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an old photo of a man standing in front of a gardenan old letter written in french on a piece of paper
Astrid Guillon Maison de ventes aux enchères

118 - 71. Saône-et-Loire. Varennes-le-Grand.
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Estimate €60 - €80
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71. Saône-et-Loire. Varennes-le-Grand. [Fr. Benoit, parish priest and beekeeper]. The Rectory Apiary. (Written on 26 June 1934 by Fr. Benoit, parish priest, Varennes-le-Grand, 26 June 1934. ‘My first honey harvest has largely been collected, extracted and left to settle. My buckets are ready. The honey is excellent; I do not think you will be disappointed. As I was recently unable to supply you with honey, I referred you to one of my contacts; I do not intend to follow in his footsteps by making you this offer today. I have about a thousand kilos available today or tomorrow. I think I can meet your requirements. Prices have not yet been set. Officially […] the Beekeepers’ and Consumers’ Association meeting on 24 June will shortly give us a base price. This is a matter for discussion. If we were to proceed, I would be grateful if you could let me know what size containers you would require: 15? 10? Kilos.”
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About the sale ONLINE Collection of beekeeping postcards from Mr Christian de Casteljau. Books, lithographs & other specialities
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Auction time 09/11/2026 at 4:00 PM
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