Lot# 8653 - Auction 274-283
Auction 274-283
-> Catalogue 282: Pacific Islands – The ‘BESANÇON’ Collection
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Lot# : 8653 Tonga
1896 (May): Type-written "Half- / Penny-" in violet on 1½ d. on 2 d. pale blue, additionally surcharged in Tongan reading down in black, perf. 12 x 11, an unused corner block of four from lower left of right pane, of excellent colour, fresh and fine, large part (rice paper dried) og. A very rare and attractive multiple. Cert. RPSL (1973) Gi = £ 1'800+.rnrnProvenance: Collection H.A. Pattiz, DF, 28 April 2009, lot 30929.Starting bid : 650 CHFHammer price : 850 CHF