Lot 2091
Seattle,Wash., registry label on 2¢ entire from Seattle to Kobe, Japan, additionally franked with 1¢ 2¢ and 10¢ Washington-Franklins tied by poorly struck Seattle double ovals, Seattle registry postmarked Dec 21, 1909, the cover was undeliverable and returned to sender, multiple auxiliary markings and c.d.s.s and a total of 16 Japanese reporting labels documenting failed delivery attempts; thick contents and extensive handling have resulted in the cover and stamps being rather beat up, but still a Fine and unique example of Japanese post office thoroughness.
Estimate 400 - 600
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| Realized $280 |
