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Lot# 6347 - Auction 218-221

  • Lot# : 6347 Tasmania

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    1891 (June 18): De La Rue hand-painted Essay for the proposed 2½ d. design in lilac and deep lilac, marked 'A' at top and dated 'June 18th 91', largely as accepted, painted on to thick card, 66 x 78 mm., with Key Plate value in red and "2½d." and TASMANIA in Chinese white, with perforations drawn round in pencil. An exquiste and beautiful Essay, unique.rn 
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF