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  • Lot# : 8565 Samoa

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    1914 (Sept 3): GRI 1 s. on 1 m. carmine (Shillings), a used example on evelope (imprinted 'Pourerere' on reverse) tied by "Apia / Samoa" cds (Nov 24) in black, datestamp repeated on reverse. A delightful stamp and a most attractive cover. Just 100 stamps issued. Signed Holcombe. Cert. Holcombe (1992) Gibbs 10 / Gi = £ 3'500 off cover.rnrnProvenance: Corinphila, sale 133, 6-9 June 2002, lot 661.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,600 CHF