Lot 122
Burma Chin Hills cover




The Academic Collection | Part 5 | S25008
Auction: 21 May 2025 at 10:30 BST
£216
Description
1943 India 3a + 1a postal stationery envelope (190 x 110mm) to Simla with 1941 3p on the front, and 1937 ½a (2), 1a and 1r on reverse along with 1941-2 1½a, 2a, 4a and 8a, each cancelled Tiddim CDS of 12 OCT (no year slug). Simla arrival 20 DEC 43 on reverse. Flap damaged and the envelope creased at base. Philatelic use (original letter enclosed, removing any possible doubts!)
Footnote
Jal Cooper first reported the use of Indian stamps in the Chin Hills in March 1943 in the 'India Stamp Journal'




