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    1938: Essays (6) by José Moreno (who designed and engraved the 1934 Airmail issue, 1936 high values and the 1941 Centenary set) for proposed Easter Island Anniversary (1888-1938) issue, each hand painted on card, similar to accepted designs for the 1940 semi-postal issue, with proposed 10 c. in ochre showing the 'Moai' standing stones, 20 c. value in green with Map, 30 c. in blue showing the 'Baquedano', 50 c. value in shades of brown showing Brother Eugenio Eyraud, $ 1 in violet showing Commander Policarpo and $ 1.20 value showing the 1888 President, J. M. Balmaceda. A unique group of Essays.

    Note: This group of Essays remained in Moreno's private collection until after his death when they passed to Prof. John West CBE.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF