Sale No: 5943
Lot No:20
Symbol:CYPRU
Cat No:CYPRUS
1902 (Sept 10) stamp-size undenominated master die proof for the KEVII 1902-03 1pi, 2pi, 4½pi values (as Podger BR 27/9 wmk CA and BR 34/6 wmk MCA), in black on glazed card, affixed to piece (52x59mm) from the De La Rue striking book, endorsed in M/S "Sept 10/84 leads + 6 extra" and in red "Oct 23rd 02" (the invoice date). A unique and important item. Ex Bols and De La Rue archives (RL Basel 23/3/1976, lot 245 part), but not referred to by either Bols (1979) or Podger (1997). (Image)