Belgian Congo

1891 Issue 10fr (one type)

Sperati made unused and used reproductions, in several different shades, of the 1891 issue 10fr stamps. The paper, perforations and gum are genuine. All cancels are forged.

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1. there is a white spot blow the "I" of "INDEPENDANT"

2. the is another white spot below the letters "ND" of the same word

3. there is a fine crack in the inner oval to the left of the ear


additional information from Sperati I:  Plate 109    Belgian Congo Text


Richard Frajola (April 27, 2020)