Denmark, 1855, 2sk blue. In combination with 1863, 16sk violet, horizontal pair by "4" numeral ring cancels on 1864 folded letter sheet to London, England paying the raised 34sk rate raised from 30sk due to the war against Prussia, matching "Aalborg, 18/2" origin cds and red "London, Fe 25, 64" arrival cds, Hamburg transit postmarks on reverse, Very Fine, a rare extra wartime surcharge rate to England, with less than 10 recorded usages; with 2004 L. Nielsen and 1988 Dr. Debo certificates. Scott No. 3+10. Facit No. 3+10 Estimate $2,500 - 3,500. $0 (Image)
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Denmark Classics Collection 1851-1879.
Sale No: 37
Lot No:3235
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Denmark, Classics Collection, 1851-1879. Massive study of the early issues, with 250 or so imperfs from 2rs blue to 16s violet, many identified by printing (1st to 4th) and shades including some scarce examples, some in pairs and strips, followed by 100 or so of the Royal Emblem and numeral designs perforated issues, also with some multiples; a wealth of cancels to be studied, couple covers, huge catalog value, occasional mint stamp, mixed condition, please examine carefully. Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. $0 (Image)