Lot 30048 – 1871, 200 mon vermilion, plate 2, pos. 27 with 100 mon plate 2, pos.15, on cover

1871, 200 mon vermilion, plate 2, position 27, together with 100 mon, plate 2, position 15, both displaying an uncommonly detailed impression and ample margins all around, tied by large “Nagoya Kensazumi” framed postmark to reverse of cover sent to Yokohama, dated 5th moon 15th day (Gregorian June 20, 1872). At top showing Nagoya merchant’s seal (diamond in square), small-size bilingual “Batchelor” double circle on front. An exceptional combination franking featuring the very elusive 200 mon plate 2 on cover, with a franking of great beauty and freshness.Note: The 300 mon franking paid the basic weight letter rate up to 4 momme within 100 ri distance, during the 2nd inland rate period (Meiji 4.12.5-6.3.31).