Sarawak 1932 Issue Covers 1933 (4 May) envelope from Sibu to China

(x) Sarawak 1932 Issue Covers 1933 (4 May) envelope from Sibu to China, bearing 3c. pair and 6c. tied by c.d.s. with arrival datestamp below and showing at left framed tri-lingual "british empire fair/may 24-27 1933" in violet applied in Hong Kong (Webb Type ii) with, on reverse, Hong Kong (17.5) transit d.s.; the envelope a little soiled. Very rare and the first example we recall seeing on mail from Sarawak. Photo Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Estimate:£250

View all items fromSpink AuctionsorPostcards & Stamps