Worldwide Stamps and Covers TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS
Sale No: 5929
Lot No:790
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Cat No:186
1927 (24 Sep) stamp size imperforate proof in purple on blue script wmk paper from the UNDENOMINATED 'POSTAGE' MASTER DIE (type 45), affixed to quadrille piece (94 x 38mm) with M/S endorsement 'Appd for 10/- duty/initials/24.9.27' alongside. A unique and highly unusual item, in superb condition. Prepared just before the introduction of the type 46 'POSTAGE & REVENUE' design, in which the 10s value was subsequently issued. Ex De La Rue archives. [We consider the use of a master die for the production of colour trials at this late date to be without parallel].: Estimate £700-£800 (Image)
Opening GBP 550.00
Sold...GBP 550.00
Closed..Nov-16-2021, 23:59:00 EST
Sold For 550
Sale No: 5929
Lot No:791
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Cat No:221-233
1950 set of thirteen in unmounted o.g. Plate 1-1 blocks of four. SG 221-233, £340: Estimate £140-£160 (Image)