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    1889: Essay by De La Rue, for proposed Official issue with 'Service De L'Etat' inscription at base, hand-painted in maroon and chinese white on brown tracing paper backed on to card, lettered 'A' at upper left and dated in pencil 'March 14, 89'. The Essay was for the 'Miri' (-) chestnut stamp, finally issued in 1893. Exceptional and unique. Signed Todd AIEP Nile Post E117 = $ 1'250.
    Starting bid : 1,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 4,200 CHF