German Realm stamp was used in China before the official issues were released in 1898. Used stamp with readable cancellation needs - "SHANGHAI" and date - to be sure was used in China Shanghai. This stamp was in use between 1886-91. Mi: DR 40II.
German Realm stamp was used in German East Africa before the official issues were released in Jul 1893. Used stamp with readable cancellation needs - place and date - to be sure was used in East Africa - in Lamu - between 22-Nov-1888 to 31-Mar-1891. Mi: DR 40II
