Lot# 2478 - Auction 321-332
Auction 321-332
-> The BESANÇON Collection – British Africa (part II)
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Lot# : 2478 New Republic
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Blue Granite paper 1886/87: 1 d. violet on granite, perf. 11½, two used examples (4 JAN 87) on 1889 cover to the Duiven family in the Netherlands (J. Duiven was the Postmaster General of the Republic), with Transvaal 1885 ½ d. grey, 3 d. mauve and 4 d. bronze-green all tied by "VRYHEID" oval datestamps in violet (Feb 3, and year error 88). Reverse with 'Newcastle / Natal' cds (Feb 5, 1889), Durban cds (Feb 7), London cds. A scarce and most attractive cover.Starting bid : 1,200 CHFHammer price : not sold -
