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Lot# 2581 - Auction 222-226

  • Lot# : 2581 Japan

    Post Offices in China 1899: Japan Koban 1883 1 s. green, 5 s. ultramarine, 1888/92 5 r. grey (2) and 3 s. lilac-rose used on attractive cover to Sunderland, all tied by bold TIENTSIN / I.J.P.O. datestamps (Feb 24) in black. Reverse with SHANGHAI / I.J.P.O. cds (March 7), Yokohama cds (March 14) and Sunderland arrival (April 16) in black. Correctly rated at 10 sen, a charming four colour franking,
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF