Lot# 2419 - Auction 321-332
Auction 321-332
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Lot# : 2419 Swaziland
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Forerunner Period 1887: Transvaal 2 d. olive-bistre (Gi 178) used on 1888 printed "ON THE SWAZIE KING'S SERVICE" envelope to Pietermaritzburg, Natal with "Embekelweni, Swazieland" at lower left, tied by "STEYNSDORP" cds (Sept 11) in black with information strike alongside. Reverse with "GPO / Natal" cds (Sept 15). A fine and most unusual cover. Illustrated in "Swaziland Philately" edited by Peter van der Molen on page 15.rnProvenance: Collection Harvey Pirie; Christie's, London, 27 Oct 1987, lot 546.Starting bid : 250 CHFHammer price : 850 CHF -
