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Lot# 6155 - Auction 227-233

  • Lot# : 6155 Cape of Good Hope

    1871/76: 5 s. bright orange, imperforate Proof block of four, marginal from lower right corner of sheet, on surfaced paper and overprinted CANCELLED in black, produced for the 1872 South Kensington Exhibition of Fine Arts. A few light age spots on reverse, otherwise fresh and fine unused without gum. Scarce and most attractive block.
    Starting bid : 100 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF