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Lot# 10018 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 10018 Great Britain

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    1871, 2d Ormond Hill die proof, retouched in sage green on soft card, 59mm x 59mm, showing blank lower corners, stars in upper corners, light  abino impression of "NEW DIE" lettering above, some light discoloration and small imperfections to card, but a most rare (just two such die proofs in green recorded in Karl Louis Card Index) and attractive die proof. Gi. DP46 = £18,000.rnProvenance: Chartwell Collection, Spink 12 Dec. 2012, lot 67
    Starting bid : 4,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,500 CHF