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Lot# 8606 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 8606 Tonga

    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 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold