Lot 339
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German Colonies & Ofices Abroad, Fantastic specialized collection that is primarily used and very nearly complete in a Lindner "T" hingeless album with extra pages inserted to hold a multitude of Michel-listed varieties, cancellations or mint duplicates. Highlights, used unless noted, all signed or with certificates, include (Michel numbers) Offices in China 7 I B, 7 II, 44 B II a/aa pair (NH), Offices in Morocco 16 II, 17 II, Offices in Turkey 23 II (mint), Cameroun 25, "Longji" 20pf bisect on piece (ex-Farouk), Carolines 1 I, 5 I, 6 I (2), 19, German New Guinea 17, Kiauchau 27 B, Marianas 1 I, 5 I, 6 I, Marshalls 5 II, etc. Condition, other than the occasional minor flaw that slips into every collection, is uniformly Fine to Very Fine. If you're looking to start a collection of German Colonies, this is the perfect opportunity. Owner's Michel value exceeds €130,000 ($165,000+).
Estimate 40,000 - 50,000
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| Realized $35,000 |
