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Lot# 1890 - 196-201 Auction

  • Lot# : 1890 Australia

    Korea 1898: Japan 2 s. red postal stationery card, reply half, up-rated for use from Gensan to Sydney by 5 rin. grey, two horizontal pairs, tied by GENSAN / I.J.P.O. datestamps (Sept 21). 'Brisbane' duplex at left (Oct 23) indicates the card was carried by the Queensland Royal Mail (Torres Strait) Line. Interesting message on reverse 'I am writing to you but the card is like a piece of blotting paper and you will hardly be able to read it..'. A scarce usage.
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold