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  • Lot# : 8572 Samoa

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    1914 (Sept 3): GRI 3 s. on 3 m. violet-black, an unused example, marginal from base of sheet, with variety "Surcharge Double" with one "3 Shillings" showing a lower light impression, of rich colour, well centred and of spectacular appearance. Reverse with the black 'bord de feuille' shown at base of margin on the gum. An extremely rare stamp with just 2 examples recorded by Gibbs. Cert. BPA (1965) Gibbs 13a / Gi = £ 10'000.rnrnProvenance: Spink, Melbourne, 28 March 1999, lot 1764.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold