Tonga SG1217a 1993 20s on 4s Lionfish on OHMS envelope VERT RARE

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Original price was: £125.00.Current price is: £115.00.

SKU: M306032

1993 20s on 4s Lionfish on OHMS envelope used from Vavau to Nukualofa two CDSs with indistinct (inverted) date.  Circular double-ring TONGA GOVERNMENT/ INLAND REVENUE cachet in violet on front (manuscript date 28/6/94) and addressed to the Inland Revenue Dept.  Backflap with a tear which just extends to the front of the envelope.  A very rare cover with what (despite the a number) is a basic Tongan stamp.   Surcharged locally on Tonga to cover a postal shortage and there was no philatelic distribution. SG 1217a unpriced used (Cat 400 pounds mint)