Auction: CSS101 - Fine Stamps and Covers of China and Hong Kong
Lot: 6699
Hong Kong
1863-71
1877 (4 May) envelope to Northumberland "Via Brindisi" bearing 2c. brown tied by "B62" in back with a light strike of the despatch c.d.s. alongside and rate marking "1" in red crayon, the reverse with Acklington and Widdrington (18.6) arrival c.d.s.; some light peripheral soiling. A good printed paper rate envelope but not paying the premium 4c. rate to go via Brindisi. Photo
Sold for
HK$2,500
Starting price
HK$1800