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Lot# 2546 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 2546 Japan

    1893: Switzerland illustrated 5 c. postal stationery card sent registered to Japan 'via New York', additionally franked by Standing Helvetia 30 c. tied by Zurich cds (Oct 27). On arrival in Yokohama the card was sent back registered 'per P&O', franked by 1888/92 Koban 20 s. orange tied by 'Yokohama / Meiji 26' datestamp in black (Dec 8). A rare and most attractive 'Round the World' usage.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF