markdown**Item Overview:** An exceptional and highly collectible turn-of-the-century European Postal History piece. This is an authentic 1900 "Lettre de Valeur" (Insured / Value Declared Letter) sent from Switzerland to Germany, featuring fascinating postal markings, historical provenance, and immaculate security seals.
**Key Features & Historical Details:** * **Route & Dates:** Postmarked in Genève Principal (Geneva, Switzerland) on June 12, 1900, arriving the very next day in Leipzig, Germany, as verified by the rectangular arrival backstamp dated "Leipzig 13.6.00". * **Famous Addressee:** Exceptionally addressed to the world-renowned German naturopath, scientist, and author Louis Kuhne (Floßplatz 24, Leipzig). This letter dates to the final months of his life and active practice (he passed away in April 1901). * **Declared Value:** Clearly annotated in the lower left corner as "Valeur: 20 francs" with a recorded weight of "Gramm 10" (10 grams). * **Postal Markings:** Includes classic blue-crayon transit tax markings ("4") and rate calculations ("Fr 80 / 10") on the front cover. * **Condition of Seals:** The reverse side features five (5) completely intact, original brown wax security seals. Each seal bears a beautiful, crisp, non-fractured monogram impression with the elegant cursive initials "T.T." framed in a double-line border.
**Condition Report:** The cover is in excellent vintage condition. It shows light, natural age toning consistent with a 126-year-old document. The wax seals are beautifully preserved with no major chips or breaks. Please review the high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic details.
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