Lot 1496
Ryukyus, 1952, "Kai Tei" (revalued) surcharge on Shuri Castle, 100y on 2y rose violet, center "0" in wrong font, 9/9 "Kai Tei", position 42, o.g., very lightly hinged, choice centering, bright and fresh, Extremely Fine, a very scarce surcharge variety; with 2016 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 17c $4,000 for n.h.
Realized: $1,150