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Lot# 40498 - Auction 321-332

  • Lot# : 40498 Australia

    1912: Kangaroo & Map Essay for 20 s. value, printed by Rudolf Steel in red-orange & pale brown on smooth unwatermarked paper, line perf. 12½ by Cooke. The Essay was derided for the tuft of grass to the left of the 'Roo, labelled 'Rabbit's Ears'. Superb, a spectacular and wonderful Essay. Unique BW KE33B = $ 30'000.rnrnProvenance: Collection Hugh Morgan, Spink, 12 Nov 2012, lot 46.
    Starting bid : 15,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 15,000 CHF