China 1897 4c on 3c deep red "Red Revenue", SG90 Cyprus stamps Patti Gold

Patti Gold

and the actress Elsa Lanchester

Draped bust left

with only the equivalent of 81 sheets originally being sold

China 1897 4c on 3c deep red "Red Revenue", SG90 Cyprus stamps Patti GoldChina 1897 (Jan) 4c on 3c deep red, 'Large' surcharge as type 19, "Red Revenue", SG90. A fine and fresh mint example with large part original gum. A scarce and popular stamp. In 1897, the new Qing Dynasty government took charge of the Post Office. There was an immediate need for a large quantity of stamps, especially those of high value. While waiting for the delivery of new stamps from Japan a Provisional Issue was made using existing stock from the