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1897 (11 Jan) International cover from Transvaal T.P.O. (R.P.K. Heen) to Bristol (England), franked with six 1d and 1/2d (South African Republic), canceled by R.P.K. HEEN postmark. Arrive in Bristol January 30, 1897

British Commonwealth / South Africa (... 1961)
Catalog: Stanley Gibbons 206, 205
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Rare Stamps and Postal History of The World
Auction 58
October 12 - 26, 2026
United States United States , Black Mountain , NC

A major auction showcasing exceptional rarities and distinguished collections. 9,570 lots of valuable stamps and postal history from around the world — a record-breaking auction and the largest sale in our history.

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