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    Recess by De La Rue 1863/66: 2 d. grey green, wmk. Crown CC type 5, perf. 12½, an unused block of four of fulsome colour, perforations trimmed at top, traces of aging but of fresh and fine appearance, large part og. A very scarce (no unused block in the comprehensive Joseph Hackmey collection) and attractive multiple Gi = £ 400+.rnProvenance: Collection Rev. G.E.K. Cornwall-Brooks, Harmers, London, 20 March 1979, lot 186.
    Starting bid : 350.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,400.00 CHF