Lot
2398 
Samoa, Bezahlt, Kaiserl. Deutsche Postagentur, Apia 2 - 5 - 1895. Bold boxed provisional frank date stamp (S10) used as transit postmark on reverse of cover from Tonga to Lyon, France, franked with Tonga 2½d on 8d surcharge tied by "Vavau, 17 My, 95" cds, receiving backstamp, backflap tear affecting handstamp, F.-V.F., a scarce usage of this provisional handstamp used as a transit date stamp. Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $950