China 1912 Provisional Neutrality $2 Claret and Yellow, SG174
A superb unused upper marginal example of the rare 1912 Provisional Neutrality overprint on the $2 claret and yellow issue of the Chinese Imperial Post.
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Mint condition with original gum, unmounted mint
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Minor inclusion, not detracting from overall freshness
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Only 96 stamps issued – a major rarity in Chinese philately
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Signed Livingston, a mark of authenticity and provenance
An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of China's rarest overprints.
Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £6,000.
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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