Lot 404
Italian Offices in Tientsin, Postage Due, 1918, 4¢ on 10c buff & magenta, o.g., lightly hinged, choice centering for this notoriously off-centered issues, rich vibrant colors and remarkably fresh, Very Fine and choice, a truly exceptional example of this exceedingly rare postage due issue; with 2016 Bottacchi certificate. Sassone No. 5 €14,000 ($17,220).Scott No. J5 $9,500.
Realized: $4,000