Vatican, Pope Pius XII stamp/label Essay by the American Bank Note Co., three-color Progressive Die Essay: a compound proof of the three parts of the design with the signature of the engraver, John Hoy, in the die, 57 x 120 mm; plus a stamp-size impression of the assembled three-piece die; both on proof paper, the composite proof with a stain in the upper left corner, otherwise Very Fine, a unique pair. Suggested Bid $500-750 (Image)

Suggested Bid $500-750

Sale No: 755
Lot No:370
Symbol:Cat No:35-40

Vatican, 1934, 40c-3.70L Provisional Surcharges complete (Scott 35-40), an exceptional mint set, the 2.55L being from the first printing with a type III "5", o.g., never hinged, Very Fine, signed A. Diena & Raybaudi, with a 1963 Diena certificate.
Sassone 35-40; €4,000 ($4,480).
Scott $3,750
Suggested Bid $1,000-1,500 (Image)

Scott $3,750
Suggested Bid $1,000

Vatican, 1973, Copernicus, trial color proofs (Scott 537/540), lovely and very scarce proof booklet, with front showing "Österreichische Staatsdruckerei" with handstamped "IMPRIMATUR" in red; inside reveals 16 proofs, comprising eight 50L proofs in different colors, plus eight undenominated proofs for the 20L and 100L values in different colors, Very Fine, striking and rare. Suggested Bid $250-350 (Image)

Suggested Bid $250-350