Great Britain and British Commonwealth BRITISH OCCUP OF ITALIAN COLS
Sale No: 338
Lot No:1770
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Cat No:Collection
Somalia: 1941 Mogadisciu 'British Occupation' opts on Italian East Africa Pictorials set 10c/5c-10L/5L. (These opts on Italian postage stamps, & also on revenue stamps, were prepared on orders of the South African forces that had captured the region. But due to objections from London were never issued & most of the stock was destroyed). Superb fresh MNH. Unlisted in SG but fully listed in Italian catalogues & Michel & mentioned in Robson Lowe Encyclopedia. Sass 1-9 cat €5000+ & underpriced as it is a very rare set, especially in MNH condition. 1956 Alberto Diena AIEP & 2016 Ceremuga photo-certs. (9) (P)