Lot# 1429 - Auction 291-297
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Lot# : 1429 Imperial China
1878/1939: Collection beginning with three large dragons, including a 1878 thin paper 1ca green fine unused no gum, a very good range small dragons mostly used, 1897 Dowager Empress with new currency overprint predominantly used with values to 30c. Later issues include the Curtis Jenny airplane issue 1921, 1932 North West Scientific Expedition unused and a range of other values. The quality needs to be looked at with a cautious eye, there are also some forgeries noted, overall a well worthwhile lot with many really good stamps.Starting bid : 1,500.00 CHFHammer price : 2,200.00 CHF