Swatow U5 1878 (Sept.) U5 to the U.S. Consulate, Hankow, bearing 4c. tied by fair "S2" in black with Swatow c.d.s. alongside and showing, on reverse, part "U.S. Consulate General/Shanghai China" h.s. and "SHANGHAI/LOCAL POST" d.s., both in blue, Shanghai and Hong Kong transit c.d.s.; the U5 with overall damp staining which also affects the adhesive. A very rare item. Photo
Swatow U5 1878 (Sept.) U5 to the U.S. Consulate, Hankow, bearing 4c. tied by fair "S2" in black with Swatow c.d.s. alongside and showing, on reverse, part "U.S. Consulate General/Shanghai China" h.s. and "SHANGHAI/LOCAL POST" d.s., both in blue, Shanghai and Hong Kong transit c.d.s.; the U5 with overall damp staining which also affects the adhesive. A very rare item. Photo
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