FRANCE, Offices in China, Canton, 1903, 75c Deep Violet on Orange, "Indo-Chine" Inverted (28a; Yvert 30a). Block of nine, center stamp the error, original gum slightly disturbed with inclusions, outer stamps lightly hinged or minor h.r., center error stamp Mint N.H., exceptionally fresh color

VERY FINE ORIGINAL-GUM BLOCK WITH THE INVERTED "INDO-CHINE" TABLET. A MAJOR RARITY OF THE FRENCH OFFICES IN CANTON.

This is the key rarity of the French Post Office in Canton, and this block with the error in the center position is especially desirable. Many collectors are unaware that the inverted tablet error occurs on the stamps of Canton, Hoi Hao, Mongtseu, Pakhoi, and Yunnan Fou. Remarkably, the Magnolia collection contains examples of each of these major French Offices rarities, including stamps that are thought to be unique.

From the Magnolia collection. Signed Calves and with his 2004 certificate. Scott $55,000.00. Yvert €55,000.

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