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    1894: The first issue mint (2 sets) and the set in mint blocks of four, together with 1894 Emperor Menelik II design 4 g. lilac-brown (5), 8 g. lilac (4) and 16 g. black (3) unoverprinted, and a block of thirty five 16 g. black showing "4" year date in interpanneau margin also unoverprinted. These latter stamps or Essays were later utilised for the first Postage Due overprint which was issued in 1905. Scarce and fine selection.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 250 CHF