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Lot# 2176A - Auction 250-256

  • Lot# : 2176A Cuba

    1948 (June): Waterlow engraved Proofs for the 'Death of Maceo' 1 peso value in black & violet, the completed design in an Imperforate Proof block of ten (5 x 2) with security punch-holes with sheet margin at base and manuscript "Vignette Plate correct, Lay a shade lower 18.6.48" in red ink, together with a matching block of ten of the Frame only in black with "Plate & Colour OK 10/6/48" in black ink in margin, both blocks with gum. Some minor bends as these were working Proofs, superb and rare.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold