Lot 337
Used to India: 1908 (25 Dec.) picture post card from Lehlonono (Griqualand East) to Dehradun, India bearing 1902-04 1d carmine, tied by LEHLONONO DE 25 08 double circle c.d.s., MATATIELE DE 29 O8 double circle c.d.s., Kapstad transit with date error and Indian receivers of 17 and 23 January 1909. A unique usage., ex Dillaway (SG 71).
Estimate $100 - 150
Originally named Phielan’s Brook when opened in 1903 in the Griqualand East district, the name was changed to Lehlonono in August 1905. This is the only recorded cancellation of Lehlonono prior to the introduction of Union stamps in 1913.
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| Opening Bid $45 |
