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  • Lot# : 455 Scadta Consular mail

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    Japan 1931 (Jan 24): Incoming cover from Yokohama to Cali endorsed 'per M/S Hie-Maru' franked with Japanese adhesives (9, some defective) tied by Yokahama cds's in violet, additionally franked with Colombia 5 c. + 4 c. in combination with 1929 Scadta 10 c. red-brown + 20 c. carmine, cancelled only on arrival with "SCADTA CALI 17.II.1931" cds. Despite water damage on reverse with flap restored and minor faults, a very rare commercial usage from Japan, only 3 covers known to date. Cert. Sismondo (2005). See Corinphila Sale 148, Lot 3966.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF