Lot 3297 ()
Ryukyus, Okinawa District, 1947, Postmaster Hirata's handstamped seal on Mt. Fuji and Cherry Blossoms, 10s red orange, large margins all around including right sheet selvage, without gum as issued, bold handstamp causing faint crease, still an Extremely Fine gem.Scott No. 4X1 $1,200.
Realized: $400
Lot 3298 ()
Ryukyus, Okinawa District, 1947, Postmaster Hirata's handstamped seal on Coal Miners, 50s dark brown, large margins all around, bold color on bright paper, without gum as issued, faint internal crease, fresh and Extremely Fine appearance.Scott No. 4X3 $900.
Realized: $375
Lot 3299 ()
Ryukyus, Okinawa District, 1947, Postmaster Hirata's handstamped seal on "Mt. Fuji" by Hokusai, 1y deep ultramarine, right selvage single with large margins all around, brilliant color on bright paper, without gum as issued, fresh and Extremely Fine.Scott No. 4X4 $1,750.
A WONDERFUL EXAMPLE OF THE RARE OKINAWA DISTRICT 1Y DEEP ULTRAMARINE.
Realized: $1,150