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Lot# 2198 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 2198 Betchuanaland

    First Issue, overprinted in lower case 1885/87: Cape 6 d. reddish purple, wmk. Anchor, an unused block of four, overprinted "British / Bechuanaland", marginal from base of sheet, fresh colour and very fine but for vertical gum bend not detracting from appearance, large part og. with lower pair unmounted og. A scare stamp in a multiple Gi = £ 900+.rnrnProvenance: Collection H.R. Holmes, Harmers, London, 29 Oct 1981, lot 1033.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF