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Lot# 5189 - 196-201 Auction

  • Lot# : 5189 Egypt Kingdom

    1871: Essays by Penasson of Alexandria for 1872 issue, imperforate, without value or inscriptions, with examples in violet, deep green and brown and a block of four in red (colours and stamp size all as utilised for the 1867 issue), further example on tinted paper in sage green, all with gum, and an example perforated 15 x 12½ printed in blue, without gum. A few imperfections as usual but generally fine, a scarce group Nile Post E51+E51a = $ 550+.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF