Lot 80227 – 1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in violet on 12a mint n.h. pair.
Lot 80227 – 1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in violet on 12a mint n.h. pair.
Lot 80227 – 1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in violet on 12a mint n.h. pair.
Indian States » Bahawalpur
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Price realised
Withdrawn
Estimate
300 – 400 GBP
Auction date
Fri 30 May 2025 at 15:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in violet on 12a mint n.h. pair. On 15th August 1947, Indian stamps were overprinted “star & crescent and Mumalakat kudadad-e- Bahawalpur” by rubber die immediately after Bahawalpur became independent state. Machine Overprint from “Nasik” were not available arrived later. The “overprint” Indian stamps remain in use till October 03rd 1947. Slightly toned gum, fine and very rare, fine unused.
Catalogue ref: Scott A53
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