China 1897 12ca orange-yellow '60th Birthday of the Dowager Empress', SG32

China 1897 12ca orange-yellow '60th Birthday of the Dowager Empress', from the unissued second printing, SG32.

A fine mint example with large part original gum, which is lightly toned as is common.

A rare and classic Chinese stamp and the 'key value' of this issue.

This printing was made for surcharging in the new currency. Genuinely used examples are unknown.

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