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Lot# 4701 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 4701 Hongkong

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    1873/80: Great Britain 4 d. sage-green pl. 16 used on 1880 cover to Hong Kong, China tied by "Lynn / 488" duplex in black (May 20), underpaid and struck with "T" marking and two line VALUE OF STAMPS "4" / SUM TO BE COLLECTED "2" (pence). Reverse showing routing via Singapore on the "Ancona" with fine "SINGAPORE / TO HONG KONG" cds (June 17) in black. Some trivial edge wear due to journey but a charming and rare cover.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,000 CHF