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Lot# 2235 - Auction 244-249

  • Lot# : 2235 Brit.Occup. Bagdad

    1917 (Sept 1): Surcharged 1 a. on Turkey 20 pa. carmine (1909 Toughra), with star and crescent in blue, the latter obliterated in violet-black ink, perf. 12, an unused horizontal pair, fresh and fine appearance, superb large part og. A very rare stamp with just 288 examples issued. An exceptional multiple Gi = £ 2'800.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,600 CHF