Lot 1307 1944 $6.00 Rate Cover to Unoccupied China. Franked with six of #242, the $1 Destroyer. Canada censor tape at left. Routed via Miami and West Africa. China Chengtu receiver on back. Tape used by sender to reinforce cover on back at stamp end. Typical edge damage for a heavy cover like this. Scarce rate and destination. Estimate $200, sold for $300 plus buyer’s premium.
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Lot 966 — India 1922 King George V half anna surcharge group with varieties, sold for $264
Lot 966 India #105, 105a, 105b group, 1922 King George V Surcharge with Varieties, with mint hinged regular, mint hinged inverted and mint never hinged sheet selvedge pair with one stamp having its surcharge omitted. Fine or better group. From the Stanstead Collection. Scott CV$250, sold for $230 plus buyer’s premium.