Lot 1923
New Zealand, N.Z. Marine P.O., R.M.S. "Monowai", 31 Dec, 96. Clear strike of red cds on backflap of cover to Ringwood, England, franked with Samoa 1892 2½d rose tied by "Apia, Samoa, Dec 30, 96" cds, receiving backstamp, cover with small edge tears and file fold affecting marine postmark, F.-V.F., a very scarce marine post office postmark used for only a short time between December 1896 and May 1897.Scott No. 14b Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $150