Lot no. 1706

1899 (December 1), 5d. dull vermilion, vertical pair, overprinted “Provisional / Govt” in blue, tied to registered cover to London by Apia c.d.s., reverse with “N.Z. Marine P.O. / R.M.S. Mariposa” scalloped c.d.s. in blue, Registered/London transit (30 Dec) on front, some edge creasing, yet a scarce franking.