Lot 1492
1882 (Jul. 13) Shanghai to Washington, D.C., "Customs / Shanghai" Chinese local post origin c.d.s. on reverse of cover bearing "U.S. Postal Agency Shanghai Jul 26" c.d.s. and 5¢ blue (179) pair tied through perfs by Shanghai circle of wedges, reverse with magenta "San Francisco Paid All Aug 28" transit c.d.s. and "Carrier Sep 4" delivery c.d.s.; accompanied by additional cover bearing "U.S. Postal Agency Shanghai Jun 30" c.d.s. and 5¢ blue (179) single cancelled by Shanghai circle of wedges on cover to Salisbury, N.C.; each with faults, Fine. Estimate 300 - 400
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Realized $500 |