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Auction: 12005 - Fine Stamps and Covers of China and Hong Kong
Lot: 1129

China 1897 New Currency Surcharges Large Figures, Wide Setting on First Print 1/2c. on 3ca. orange-yellow variety imperforate between stamp and interpanneau margin, unused without gum. From the sheet where the surcharge is very low. A rare and desirable stamp. Photo Estimate HK$ 50,000-60,000 It is estimated that ony 400 stamps were issued, less than 40 unused examples recorded

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HK$38,000