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Lot# 8657 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 8657 Tonga

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    1896 (May): Type-written "Half- / Penny-" in violet on 7½ d. on 2 d. pale blue, additionally surcharged in Tongan reading down in black, perf. 12 x 11, an unused corner marginal horizontal pair from upper left of sheet, each stamp with variety "Hafl" and "Penny Omitted", rice paper backing on fine part og. Small thin at base of right hand stamp of no significance on a wonderfully fresh positional multiple. A rarity of the issue. Cert. BPA (2021) Gi = £ 11'000+.
    Starting bid : 3,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 7,500 CHF