Lot 331
Used to Germany: Used from British Bechuanaland: 1905 (24 Oct.) 1903-09 1d pink postal stationery envelope (a bit roughly opened at top right) uprated with 1902-04 ½d green and 1d carmine, paying the 2½ rate to Elberfeld, Germany all tied by MIER OC 25 05 B.B. c.d.s. cancels, backstamped with squared circle UPINGTON OC 31 05 C.G.H. c.d.s. transit and Elberfeld receiver of 26 November 1905, scarce., ex Dillaway (SG 70, 71).
Estimate $100 - 150
This envelope was used during the short-lived period when mail from Mier went to Upington using camel post.
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| Opening Bid $45 |
