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Lot# 272 - 181th Auction

  • Lot# : 272 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, the used block of eight showing vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at base, positions 7-10/13-16, with large margins all round and 7mm. sheet margin at base, cancelled by framed CIDADE DE NICTHEROY handstamps (Ayres 1371) in black. Usual minor bends and a slight internal repair on position 16, but an exceedingly rare and most appealing multiple. One of the highlights of the Benavides collection.
    Provenance: Benavides ('Tijuca'), Autumn 2001.
    Starting bid : 15,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 15,000 CHF