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  • Lot# : 5129 Egypt Kingdom

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    2 pi. yellow, the famous corner marginal block of six, wmk. inverted, perf. compound 13 x 12½, with part FRANCOBOLLI imprint at right. Minor bend mentioned for accuracy but of fresh colour and fine large part original gum. A wonderful and extremely rare block, illustrated in colour on the dust jacket of 'Stamps & Postal History'. A unique gem. Signed Todd AIEP Gi = £ 720+/Nile Post D5m = $ 4'500.

    Provenance: Collection Dr. William Byam (Oct 1961), lot 287
    Starting bid : 2,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 11,500 CHF