Lot# 8606 - Auction 274-283
Auction 274-283
-> Catalogue 282: Pacific Islands – The ‘BESANÇON’ Collection
-> Brit. Colonies
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Lot# : 8606 Tonga
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First Issue 1886/88: 2 d. pale violet, perf. 12½ x 11½, a single example used on 1893 or 1896 cover addressed to R.B. Leefe (1847-1908), the acting British Vice-Consul in Tongatabu (from 1887) tied by circular TONGA in bars obliterator with "HAAPAI" datestamp (Nov 22) at left. Reverse with "Nukualofa" arrival cds (Dec 1, 1893) in black. Slight envelope imperfection above the adhesive but a scarce internal usage.Starting bid : 250 CHFHammer price : not sold -
