FRANCE, Offices in China, Pakhoi, 1903, 75c Deep Violet on Orange, Black Overprint, "Indo-Chine" Inverted (14a; Yvert 14a). Se-tenant block of eight with sheet selvage at left, position 2 the error, positions 1-2 with barest trace of disturbed original gum, others with backing paper adhering, well-centered, bold colors

VERY FINE. AN OUTSTANDING MULTIPLE CONTAINING THE PAKHOI 75-CENTIMES WITH THE "INDO-CHINE" TABLET INVERTED. ONLY THREE EXAMPLES ARE RECORDED.

This is the key rarity of the French Post Office in Pakhoi, and this se-tenant block containing the inverted tablet error is especially desirable. Unlike the 75c "Indo-Chine" inverted tablet from Mongtseu, which is recorded with Black and Red overprints (each unique), the error is only found with the Black Pakhoi overprint.

Many collectors are unaware that the inverted table 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. With 2018 Calves & Jacquart certificate. Scott $47,500.00. Yvert €55,000.

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