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Lot# 9176 - Auction 274-283

  • Lot# : 9176 Ceylon

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    Local Surcharges 1885 (Jan-Mar): 28 c. on 48 c. rose, wmk. Crown CC, perf. 14, a used example in a pale shade, showing variety "Surcharge Double", one or two blunted perfs. at lower left mentioned for accuracy, cancelled by part numeral obliterator handstamp in black. A rare stamp. Cert. BPA (2000) Gi = £ 3'000.rnrnProvenance: Collection Edward M. Gilbert, Spink & Harmers of New York, London, 15-16 June 2005, lot 410.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold