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Lot# 1364 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 1364 Great Britain

    1856, 6 d. deep-lilac, plate 1, Wing margin pair and single, used on a Registered cover, from London to New York, dated 16 October 1861, tied by London inland "24" and pair also by 'New York Paid' arrival 3 November 1861, with superb 'Crown over Registered' and handstruck "36" in red, Liverpool dated on reverse in black 16 October 1861, extremely fresh, vivid shade, single has some pulled perfs top, otherwise very fine, an attractive one shilling rate with the additional 6 d. registration fee, scarce.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF