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Lot# 2622 - Auction 265-273

  • Lot# : 2622 Jamaica

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    Prepared for use but not Issued 1921: 'Abolition of Slavery 1st August 1838' De La Rue Master Die Proofs (2) for the proposed 6 d. value, Vignette Only, engraved in black on thin India paper and mounted in card frame, the first near complete but Sky, Cloud, and Flag without shading, the second stage Proof in much nearer to the completed design. Outstanding working Proofs of great rarity.rnProvenance: Collection Collett, Harmers, London, 15 March 1965.
    Starting bid : 1,200.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,800.00 CHF