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Lot# 6637 - Auction 309-320

  • Lot# : 6637 Great Britain

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    1865, 4 d. vermilion, plate 12, lettered AB, unused, top sheet margin with current No."321", variety extremely "misplaced perforations", original gum, fresh vibrant shade, rare, this type of mis-perforation is more frequently seen on the 1d/2d line engraved issues, very rare on surface printed, especially in unused condition; according to the Karl Louis Card Index there are only six “mis-perforated” 4d. vermilion recorded; these come from the top row, lettered AA – AF, originating from the upper left pane of plate 12.rnReference: "Pick of the Pack", The GB Journal, September/October 2023rnProvenance: Ex. Dendy Marshall Collection (1945); Ex. Bailey Collection (1955);  Ex. Dr Douglas Latto Collection (1992). rn                     rn                   
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF