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Lot# 1633 - Auction 244-249

  • Lot# : 1633 Great Britain

    1841: 1 d. red-brown on blued paper, Die I, lettered OE, a fine used example with ample to large margins all round showing a portion of adjoining stamp at right, tied to an exquisite 1844 Valentine's envelope by a neat strike of the Maltese Cross in black. Fine filigree lace on reverse of envelope with complete impressed wax seal "TRUTH / IS / STRONG" and crisp ENNIS cds in black (Feb 14). A most attractive cover.rn 
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF