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Lot# 4547 - Auction 284 - 290

  • Lot# : 4547 Great Britain

    1840: 2 d. blue, Plate 1, lettered PA, a used example with large even margins all round, neatly cancelled by London "No. 9" in Maltese Cross in black. Ironed diagonal bend not affecting the lovely appearance. A rare stamp Gi DS5 / D1wi = £ 14'000.rnNote: The Karl Louis Card Index records just 3 single examples and two usages on cover, one of which is housed in the National Postal Museum.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,200 CHF