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Lot# 2243 - Auction 244-249

  • Lot# : 2243 Brit.Occup. Bagdad

    1917 (Sept 1): Surcharged 2 a. on Turkey 1 pi. ultramarine (GPO Building), with star and crescent in red, the latter obliterated in violet-black ink, perf. 12, a used example tied to small piece by complete 'Bagdad' cds (17.SEP.17) in black. Trivial aging at left, a scarce stamp with just 657 examples issued Gi = £ 650.
    Starting bid : 220 CHF
    Hammer price : 380 CHF