German Realm stamp was used in China before the official issues were released in 1898. Used stamp with readable cancellation needs - "KDPAG SHANGHAI" and date - to be sure was used in China Shanghai. This stamp was in use in 1890. Mi: DR 47a.
German Realm stamp was used in China before the official issues were released in 1898. Used stamp with readable cancellation needs - "SHANGHAI" and date - to be sure was used in China Shanghai. This stamp was in use between 1890-96. Mi: DR 47b.
German Realm stamp was used in China before the official issues were released in 1898. Used stamp with readable cancellation needs - "SHANGHAI" and date - to be sure was used in China Shanghai. This stamp was in use between 1895-Febr 98. Mi: DR 47d.