German Post China

Lot 2073 German Post China

Michel40 Scott49

Description

Germany, Offices in China, 1906-13, 4c on 10pf Carmine (49; Michel 40). Tied by "Schanghai, Deutsche Post 25.2 14" circular datestamp with additional strike beside on cover to Hamburg, Germany, sender's directive "via Sibirien", bold and clear violet "BY EXPRESS/TIENTSIN-PUKOW/RAILWAY" three-line handstamp, cover with some minor edgewear, Very Fine and scarce cover