Greece Turkey 1919 Smyrna Greek Occupation ovpt 20 L Postage Due MH-VF

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Two-line black overprint "Hellenic Post Smyrna". In 4-05-1919 Smyrna was occupied by the Greek Army. To cover the needs in postage stamps of the Postal sector of the Base of Smyrna (T.T. 902) a set of stamps was issued on 13-06-1919 including seven postage of 1913-1916. These stamps where in circulation for one day only and the remainders were burned. It is worth noting that the proceeds from the sales of these stamps were 70 drachmas only. This indicates that less than 70 sets were sold in total. Please see scan and my other items listed under other categories by Paypal accepted. European buyers can also pay by bank draft. Buyer pays shipping and handling. Combined Shipping! Enjoy the auction. Shipment is by registered mail only for the safety of your purchases. After the auction is closed $5.50 will be added for combined registered shipping to anywhere in the world. Postage remains the same for multiple purchases. If you are a buyer from Turkey no shipping costs will be added but you will have to pay the actual shipping costs to the cargo service company when receiving the item(s). The items will be sent from Turkey.