tradition and experience in classic philately since 1919

Lot# 2191 - Auction 250-256

  • Lot# : 2191 Mexico

    1 / 1
    The figures quoted regarding known examples of the Guadalajara lots, follow an as yet unpublished study of these stamps being prepared by eminent philatelists in the field. Publication of this census will be forthcoming, hopefully within the next eighteen months.rnrnGuadalajara 1867: 'MEDIO' (½) r. handstamped in black, first printing on white medium wove paper, an unused example with huge margins all round and large part original gum, ex the famous strip of three of which this was formerly the third stamp thereof, unobtrusive diagonal bend not affecting the frontal appearance, an exquisite stamp in the foremost quality for this rare Provisional. Photocopy of cert. Mepsi (2004) Scott = $ 350.rnNote: Besides the famous block of 20, there are just seven recorded unused examples of this stamp.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,400 CHF