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Auction: 4001 - British Africa
Lot: 1142

Uganda Please note in this section the quality of the paper often resulted in the stamps being creased before use. Such creases are therefore not grounds for return 1896 (June) Issue inscribed "V.96.R" in violet 20(c.) with borders on three sides, cancelled and tied by blue crayon cross on envelope to "The Ven Arch Walker c/o Rev F Rowling Luba's Busoga"; the envelope with a few faults well clear of the adhesive. A very rare stamp on cover. Sc. 47; S.G. 47. (WF). Photo Estimate £ 1,500-2,000 Note: Archdeacon Walker was Bishop Tucker's chief assistant. Reverend Rowling was responsible for the type-setting of the 1896 (November) issue

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