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Lot# 8610 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 8610 Tonga

    Surcharged by Wilson & Horton, Auckland 1891: 1 d. carmine, perf. 12 x 11½, overprinted FOUR PENCE in black, the album page with an unused block of thirty-six from lower left of sheet with "Target" Control under second vertical column, of fresh bright colour and with a few age spots, one or two stamps defective prior to the overprint being applied and lower right stamp with pinhole where the sheet would have hung in the Post Office; large part og. or unmounted og. (this stamp scarce in a large multiple), together with fine unused and used horizontal pairs each showing variety "No Stop after PENCE", scarce and most attractive group Gi = £ 340++.
    Starting bid : 140 CHF
    Hammer price : 140 CHF