Lot 90194 – 1876, Koban 5 sen light brown, on cover from Shanghai to Nagasaki

1876, “Koban” 5 sen light brown, applied on reverse of Chinese-style illustrated envelope from Shanghai to Nagasaki (Japan), correctly paying the 5 sen rate from Shanghai to Japan, which was into force from April 1st, 1876. Tied by “crossroads” cancel of Shanghai (Nishino-tpye SH76A), with large “I.J. Postal Agency Shanghai Nov 1” cds also tying the franking, large early datestamp of “Nagasaki” alongside as arrival. Additionally dated “9th Month 16th Day” in manuscrip according to the lunar calendar. A very fine and scarce usage in China.