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1905-10s (13 Dec) International cover from Shanghai (China) to Los Angeles (USA), franked with two 5c (China), canceled by Shanghai postmarks. Via Canton. No arrival postmark

China / Empire (1878-1910)
Catalog: Scott 127
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Rare Stamps and Postal History of The World
Auction 58
October 12 - 26, 2026
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