Lot 80229 – 1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in red on 3a mint n.h. pair

1947 KGVI “SERVICE” overprint in red on 3a 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 with few copies known.