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Lot# 4040 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 4040 New Guinea

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    1915: ½ d. green and 1 d. carmine-red (2) used on 1915 cover to Stockholm, Sweden endorsed 'Letter to enemy country enclosed', tied by 'Kawieng' cds's (Dec 23). Struck on despatch with circular KAISERLICHES OBERGERICHT / RABAUL in violet with manuscript 'Censored Rabaul 20/12/15' in red ink. Mailed via the GPO in Sydney for further Censorship with Reseal tape at left 'Opened by Censor' in violet. Reverse with Stockholm cds (March 2, 1916) of arrival. A fine and scarce cover to an unusual destination.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF