Lot 30068 – 1871, 500 mon dark blue green plate 2, pos. 2 tied to piece by fancy “Waka” seal

1871, 500 mon dark blue green, plate 2, position 2, cut into or touched on two sides, very large margins at top and right, uncommonly detailed impression, tied to piece by early non-standard framed “Waka” circle of Wakamatsu P.O. Insect hole affecting outer margin but not altering the design.

A most unusual provincial fancy postmark, of even more desirability exhibiting this perfect strike. (JHES ¥850,000).

Note: The 500 mon plate 2 was only sold in thirteen post offices. With regards to the postmark in this lot, also one pair on piece is known, which was part of the Harold Bradshaw collection (Fine Stamp Club first auction, 1966, lot 31).