Lot# 4588 - Auction 284 - 290
Auction 284 - 290
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Lot# : 4588 Great Britain
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1854: Embossed 1 s. (very) deep green, used example with clear to large margins all round, tied to 1854 cover from Liverpool to New York, endorsed 'pr. Steamer Arabia' at left (Cunard Steamer), by "466" numeral obliterator in black. Obverse struck with PAID in red and '5 / CENTS' credit marking in red, reverse with one side flap removed, showing 'Liverpool' despatch cds (March 3) in green. An attractive usage Gi = £ 1'900.rnProvenance: Collection Wise, 9 June 1944.Starting bid : 300 CHFHammer price : 650 CHF -
