Lot# 8640 - Auction 274-283
Auction 274-283
-> Catalogue 282: Pacific Islands – The ‘BESANÇON’ Collection
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Lot# : 8640 Tonga
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Lithographed & Surcharged by the "Star" Office in Auckland 1895 (June 20): ½ d. on George II 2½ d. vermilion, perf. 12, a used block of four of fine colour, cfirst stamp showing variety "BU of BULEAGA joined" (Row 1, stamp 1), and third stamp variety "7 for "1" in ½" (Row 2, stamp 1), cancelled by "Nukualofa / Tonga" cds (July 1, 1895) in black. Slight corner bend not detracting from appearance of a scarce and attractive multiple Gi = £ 200+.Starting bid : 100 CHFHammer price : 100 CHF -
