1852 Ship 1c black on magenta surface coloured paper. VFU appearance, small expertly repaired tear & thin at left etc, 3 large margins & intact frameline on 4th margin, part cds leaves central design clear. Sc 6 cat US$6750. SG 9 cat £6500. Attractive genuine example of this rare classic. Certificate can be obtained on request. (P) (Image1)

Estimate AU$1,500

1852 Ship 4c black on deep blue surface coloured paper, imperf. FU appearance, expertly recoloured surface rubbing as usual for this issue, 3 margins, light Demerara cds. Sc 7 cat US$13,000. SG 10 cat £12,000. Attractive example of this classic rarity - in our August 2022 we sold a 4 margin non-perfect example for $5000+ buyers commission. Certificate can be obtained on request. (P) (Image1)

Estimate AU$3,500