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Lot No. 2988

Auction No. 27
Category Commonwealth & Foreign
Est. $350
Status SOLD $280

 

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Tonga 1896 2d pale blue "King George 1" typewritten "Half-Penny" on 7 ½d on 2d with Tongan words "VAEUA OE BENI" reading downwards. Stops instead of hyphens after both words. Mint no gum with small repaired tear at left & typical perfs for issue. Ceremuga Cert. (2008) Rare with only several recorded. SG 37Ad, Cat. £1100

 

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