Auction: CSS109 - The ‘Connaught’ Collection of Hong Kong, Part 2
Lot: 6739
Hong Kong
Covers and Cancellations
Firm's Security Markings
Jardine, Matheson & Co.: 1879 (29 Nov.) envelope to New Zealand "Per French Mail via Torres Straits" bearing 1863-71 24c. green vertical pair (left wing margin) overprinted "J.M. & Co." in black, tied by "B62" and Hong Kong code "B" despatch c.d.s. and showing small "2" in red crayon, the reverse bearing Auckland (7.1) and Gisborne (9.1) arrival c.d.s. An attractive double rate cover
Sold for
HK$2,000
Starting price
HK$1500