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Lot# 304 - Auction 265-273

  • Lot# : 304 Great Britain

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    1865/67: 4 d. vermilion, plate 8, three examples used with 1 s. green, plate 4 in a horizontal pair on 1867 double rate cover to Yokohama, Japan endorsed "via Marseilles & Shanghai" tied by London '46' numeral obliterators. Prepaid 3 shillings (double rate of 2/8 d. + Late Fee = 4 d.), backstamped in London (March 26) and Hong Kong with cds of transit (May 5) in blue. Manuscript '2' (pence) credit in red to Hong Kong. A scarce rate and attractive cover.
    Starting bid : 300.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 360.00 CHF