China 1897 large figure surcharges on 'Small Dragons', SG66/68

China 1897 (May) large figure surcharges spaced 1½mm on 'Small Dragons', set of 3 to 5c on 5ca olive-yellow, SG66/68.

A fine quality mint set with virtually full original gum and only light even gum toning as usually seen. A very pleasing set which is most difficult to assemble in such fine form.

Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £3,500.