Lot 328
Used to Germany: 1890 (12 May) 6d single rate packet envelope from Port Elizabeth to Dusseldorf, Germany bearing 1882-83 3d pale claret, 1884-90 1d rose-red and 2d deep bistre, all with perforated, " H&S" initials (representing previously unidentified Hansen & Schrader, a Port Elizabeth firm established in 1876. Large embossed oval on back flap. All tied by experimental hooded PORT ELIZABETH 12 MY 90 c.d.s. cancels, cover endorsed "Per R.M.S. Tartar," backstamped Cape Town transit c.d.s. and Dusseldorf receiver of 2 June 1890, very scarce usage of perforated initials on cover, ex Dillaway (SG 43,49,50a).
Estimate $200 - 300.
|
| |
| Opening Bid $95 |
