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Lot# 6010 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 6010 Ceylon

    Recess by Perkins Bacon 1857: Plate Proof by Perkins Bacon for the initial issue, 2 d. black imperforate on medium yellowish wove paper, an unused block of four, with clear to good margins all round (difficult to find - the stamps were misaligned on the plate, causing most multiples to be touched); minor pressed bend but of fine and attractive appearance. Scarce.
    Starting bid : 200.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 260.00 CHF