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Lot# 2693 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 2693 South West Africa

    Postage Due 1931: Lithographed by Bradbury Wilkinson, the Postage Due set of five, each value Imperforate in issued colours and adhered to display cards (5) with "Engraved & Printed by / Bradbury Wilkinson & Co. Ltd. / New Malden, Surrey" labels at base of each Proof, the ½ d. black & green card dated "23 Feb 1931" on reverse in pencil; the 2 d. black & violet Proof marked on reverse "Presented to the Administrator of S.W. Africa Mr. Werth" in pencil; a fine and wonderful group.rnrnProvenance: Christies, London, 13 Sept 1994, lot 1172.
    Starting bid : 1,200 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,400 CHF