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✉ CHINA. 1891 (Oct. 3). Cover to LYON (France) endorsed at top 'Per Str. Sydney' with nine times rate paid by France Type Sage 5c. green on greenish, 10c. black on lavender (2), 25c. black on rose (two pairs) and single 1fr. sage green, sl. corner fault, all tied by SHANGHAI / CHINE datestamps in black. Reverse with octagonal Paquebot LIGNE N / PAQ. FR. No. 5 datestamp and Lyon arrival cds (Nov 5). A scarce high franking.