1871, 100 mon blue, plate I, position 36, tied by large "Saikyo Kensazumi" to the reverse of a cover to Osaka.

Manuscript dateline "7th month 29th day" of Meiji 4.7.29 (13 September 1871). Also showing vermilion vertical frameless "29" day marking of Saikyo, together with circular framed hakoba-in "matsu" (松) of Matsubara letter box.

A desirable early Saikyo cover, additionally enhanced by the scarce Matsubara letter box marking.

Rate: 100 mon basic rate, separate area rate of the first rate period.

Reference: Illustrated in Dragon Covers, p. 21.