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1908 (4 Aug) Red band cover franked on reverse with unoverprinted 1902 7k strip of three tied by URGA datestamp with large year date (Type 4D, better shown by an additional strike on front). A rare cancel, especially on cover.

Russia & Soviet Union / Offices in China

1908 (4 Aug) Red band cover franked on reverse with unoverprinted 1902 7k strip of three tied by URGA datestamp with large year date (Type 4D, better shown by an additional strike on front). A rare cancel, especially on cover.

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Auction 48
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