Lot# 8617 - Auction 274-283
Auction 274-283
-> Catalogue 282: Pacific Islands – The ‘BESANÇON’ Collection
-> Brit. Colonies
-> Tonga
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Lot# : 8617 Tonga
1892: Plate Proofs (3) by A.E. Cousins for the Tongan Arms 1 d. and 4 d. values, imperforate on medium wove paper, with 1 d. in blue (issued in rose) and 4 d. in chestnut (as issued), and a further unadopted 1 d. Proof struck in blue with considerably more detail in the background shading and scroll-work in the oval frame - an altogether finer production. A rare trio.Starting bid : 350 CHFHammer price : 350 CHF