Lot# 6622 - Auction 218-221
Auction 218-221
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Lot# : 6622 Australia
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1932: 'Chambon' Essay for the 'Superb Lyrebird' issue, 1 s. value printed in red on brown French style wove unwatermarked toned paper, a marginal example with stamp sized blank above, a copy of the design as issued, presumably sent as an example of the French Bureau of Engraving's facility to print postage stamps for Australia in the future. The value and country name scored through at top and at base. Fresh and fine, mounted on the blank margin with the Essay unmounted og. Scarce.Starting bid : 150 CHFHammer price : 320 CHF -
