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Lot# 3547 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 3547 Cayman Islands

    1917 (Sept 4): De La Rue "WAR STAMP / 1½d" surcharge (Type 16) in black on 2½ d. deep blue, an unused block of four of superb colour, marginal from base of sheet, fresh and very fine, unmounted og. An extremely rare multiple - only 420 stamps were issued - in the foremost quality Gi = £ 3'000+.
    Starting bid : 1,200 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,600 CHF