BECHUANALAND
Postal History, Postmarks
POSTAL HISTORY
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1920 (15th June), KGV 2d+1d registered postal stationery envelope surcharged ‘DUTY 4d’ (size G, (size G, BBS RE34a / H&G C12 with straight cut flaps). Addressed to Mafeking, South Africa, bearing a pair of QV 1/- green and black (SG 15, one with fault). The imprinted stamp and adhesives cancelled / tied by KANYE / BECHUANALAND (15 Jun) single circle datestamps. One of the four light datestamps cancelling the adhesive may be an arrival. A few small faults, otherwise fine and scarce use of the unappropriated dies.
Note: the basis for calculating the rate paid is unclear. However, the fact the addressee is a bank suggests commercial, non-philatelic use. The envelope may well have contained valuables and an additional fee was paid to increase compensation in the event of loss.
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