Hong Kong Covers and Cancellations Military Mail 1897 (20 Jan.) envelope from the Chief Stoker on H.M.S. Centurion in Hong Kong to Brighton, England bearing pair of 1882-96 2c. carmine tied by Hong Kong code "B" c.d.s. with a second strike alongside; divided as usual across the corner and signed by the commanding officer. A little roughly opened at top, some soiling and staining (mostly confined to the reverse). Photo