China 1912 'Provisional Neutrality' Overprints, SG184/6
A scarce and attractive trio from the birth of the Republic of China:
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Includes 1c brownish orange, 3c blue-green, and 7c crimson-lake
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Each stamp bears the iconic ‘Provisional Neutrality’ overprint in bold characters
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Mint examples with fresh large part original gum with excellent colour and clarity
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A desirable and historically significant set from the early Republican period
Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £1,350.
On 10 October 1911 a revolution began in Wuchang. Whilst awaiting the course of events, post offices in some cities overprinted imperial stamps with 'Provisional Neutrality'.
On 15 February 1912, Yuan Shih-kai was elected provisional president of the Chinese Republic. On 11 December 1915 he was elected Emperor, but in face of revolts he revoked the monarchy on 22 March 1916.
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