cover 1879 (4 May) envelope to U.S.A., reverse with "CUSTOMS/KIUKIANG" despatch c.d.s. in mauve, front with Koban 5s.tied by cork cancellation and a fair strike of "I.J.POSTAL AGENCY/SHANGHAI" c.d.s., Shanghai Customs, Yokohama and San Francisco transit datestamps. A fine example of this customs service. Photo | Christie's

拍品 2167

2167

Imperial Japanese Postal Agency

cover 1879 (4 May) envelope to U.S.A., reverse with "CUSTOMS/KIUKIANG" despatch c.d.s. in mauve, front with Koban 5s.tied by cork cancellation and a fair strike of "I.J.POSTAL AGENCY/SHANGHAI" c.d.s., Shanghai Customs, Yokohama and San Francisco transit datestamps. A fine example of this customs service. Photo

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cover 1879 (4 May) envelope to U.S.A., reverse with "CUSTOMS/KIUKIANG" despatch c.d.s. in mauve, front with Koban 5s.tied by cork cancellation and a fair strike of "I.J.POSTAL AGENCY/SHANGHAI" c.d.s., Shanghai Customs, Yokohama and San Francisco transit datestamps. A fine example of this customs service. Photo