1942-51 set of eleven in Plate blocks of four, unmounted o.g., with duplicated blocks (many dated ex the SG reference collection), 28 blocks in all; a fine group. The 1r a block of eight including imprint, not a corner block. SG 1-11: Estimate £180-£200 (Image)

1949 (1r on) 1/- blue, right marginal (#35 in the sheet) with the surcharge omitted, unmounted mint. SG guarantee on reverse. Together with original approval book (!) from SG containing the stamp, priced at £150 in 1950, and letter acknowledging receipt of the remittance. SG 19a, £4000: Estimate £1800-£2000 (Image)