China 1894 60th Birthday of the Dowager Empress first printing set of 9 to 24ca rose-carmine, SG16/24

China 1894 60th Birthday of the Dowager Empress, SG16/24

A desirable mint set of the first printing set celebrating the 60th birthday of the Empress Dowager Cixi, featuring the iconic dragon and junk designs.

• Complete set of 9 values: 1ca to 24ca rose-carmine

• Includes the rare 24ca value (unused)

• Other values are large part to fine original gum

• Bright colours and attractive presentation

• Minor trivial imperfections typical of the issue

An important classic set from Imperial China’s late Qing dynasty.

The Dowager Empress stamps were the very first commemorative stamps issued by China. They were issued to celebrate the 60^th Birthday of the Dowager Empress, one of the most powerful women in the history of China.

Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £2,300.

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