Great Britain 1840 1d Black and 1d Red plates 1a to 11
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20003
Symbol: H,G
Cat No: 1
1840 1d Black, Plate 1a, JB. Fresh, four margins, used on small fragment, tied by an orange-red Maltese Cross. An attractive item. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 100
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20004
Symbol: H,J
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1a (KI–LL) Exceptional Right-Hand Sheet Marginal Block of Eight with InscriptionA Marvellous Classic ShowpieceA highly desirable multiple, this left-hand sheet marginal block of eight (KI–LL) retains the rare and prized inscription “ards the RIGHT HAND SIDE of the Letter”, a feature of immense philatelic significance. Margins are just touched at lower left, otherwise clear, and each stamp is lightly struck with red Maltese Cross cancellations, adding to the block’s visual appeal.Some pressed creasing is present, typical of large multiples from this period, but it in no way detracts from the block’s marvellous overall appearance. This is a superb display piece, combining rarity, condition, and historical importance.Stanley Gibbons Specialised Catalogue value (as two blocks of four): £48,000++.
Provenance: From the renowned Seymour sale 2, 1951, lot 59.
Expertise: Certified by the British Philatelic Association (2025). (Image)
Opening GBP 20,000.00
Sold...GBP 16,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 16000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20005
Symbol: H
Cat No: 3
1840 1d Grey-Black, Plate 1a, SE. Four margins, tied by red Maltese Cross. Fine and attractive. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 95.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 95
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20006
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1a, TI. Good to large margins, neat brownish-red Maltese Cross. A lovely example. (Image)
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 160.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 160
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20007
Symbol: H,G
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, BI. Deep fresh colour, large balanced margins, neatly tied to a small fragment by light orange-red Maltese Cross. Very fine and attractive.
Expertise: Signed G. Bolaffi (Image)
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 120.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 120
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20008
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, horizontal strip of four DG–DJ. Fresh, good to very large margins, minor lower-margin scissor cuts clear of design. Paying quadruple rate (2 oz., originally containing several bills of lading) on entire letter sent within Newport to Cwm Celyn Iron Works. Red Maltese Crosses tying stamps; Newport OC 4 1840 cds on reverse. Cover with minor closed split at foot, away from stamps. A rare multiple use sent within Wales.
Expertise: Cert. BPA (2025) (Image)
Opening GBP 400.00
Sold...GBP 2,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 2000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20009
Symbol: H
Cat No: 3
1840 1d Grey-Black, Plate 1b, JJ, State 2 with partial recut left side-line. Four good to large margins, crisp strike of black Maltese Cross, an excellent example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 100
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20010
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, horizontal strip of four LC–LF. Good margins, fine strikes of red Maltese Cross. Very small scissor cut in the margin between LC–LD and LE–LF. Attractive and scarce. (Image)
Opening GBP 700.00
Sold...GBP 900.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 900
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20011
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, OL. Four margins, tied by red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 90.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 90
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20012
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b (QE–QK) Horizontal Strip of Seven, UsedAn exceptionally rare and appealing multiple, this horizontal strip of seven from Plate 1b (QE–QK) displays good to large margins all round and is lightly cancelled with red Maltese Crosses. Some creased and thin spots at foot which do not detract from the overall visual impact or scarcity of such a large multiple.Highly desirable for both plate significance and display appeal.
Expertise: Signed Alberto Diena (“AD”) and accompanied by a British Philatelic Association Certificate (2025). (Image)
Opening GBP 1,000.00
Sold...GBP 2,200.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 2200
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20013
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, RD. Fresh, fine, with four good to large margins and a crisp red Maltese Cross. Most attractive. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 120.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 120
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20014
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 1b, RE, State 2 with burr rubs (NE of ONE nearly joined). Good margins, central upright red Maltese Cross. A particularly fine example. (SG Spec. AS5g, £400) (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 150.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 150
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20015
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, AC, from the top of the sheet. Good to very large margins, lightly cancelled by red Maltese Cross. A fine and attractive stamp. (Image)
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 140.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 140
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20016
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, AC. Four good to large margins, centrally struck upright red Maltese Cross. A fine and attractive example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 200.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 200
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20017
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, CK. Four good to very good margins, tied by red Maltese Cross. A very fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 110.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 110
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20018
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, GC, with basal shift variety. Good to very large margins, neatly struck red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (SG Spec. AS14, £425). (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 110.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 110
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20019
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, IL. Four margins, neat strike of red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 130
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20020
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, JI. Four margins, crisply struck central red Maltese Cross. A very fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 150.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 150
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20021
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, LC. Good margins, fine strike of orange-red Maltese Cross. Good portion of original gum intact. An attractive example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 130
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20022
Symbol: H,J
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2 (MK–NL) Block of Four, Used
A fine and scarce used block of four from Plate 2, positions MK–NL, with clear to good margins and neatly struck red Maltese Cross cancellations. The block is well-preserved and displays exceptional visual appeal for a multiple of this plate.Expertise: Signed "AD" Alberto Diena
Stanley Gibbons Specialised Catalogue value: £18,000. (Image)
Opening GBP 3,000.00
Sold...GBP 3,400.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 3400
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20023
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, OD. Four good to large margins, centrally struck red Maltese Cross. A superb example. (Image)
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 320.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 320
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20024
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, RE. Good to large margins on cover to Liverpool, tied by neat orange-red Maltese Cross, with Maidstone AU 7 1840 departure cds alongside. An attractive cover. (SG £750)
Note: The orange-red ink is characteristic of the Liverpool Office. (Image)
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 500.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 500
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20025
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, TB. Four margins, crisp clear red Maltese Cross. Fine. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 90.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 90
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20026
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 2, TF. Four margins, neat red Maltese Cross. Worn impression, fine and most attractive. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 110.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 110
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20027
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 3, AF. Marginal example from the top of the sheet, good margins on other sides, neatly cancelled by crisp clear virtually complete red Maltese Cross. Extremely fine and visually striking. Ex SG Auction 1969. (Image)
Opening GBP 200.00
Sold...GBP 280.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 280
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20028
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 3, EG. Four margins, clear, almost complete red Maltese Cross. Very fine. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 100
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20029
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 3, HG–HL, horizontal strip of six. Good to large margins all round, lightly struck red Maltese Crosses. Pressed vertical crease on HK. A most attractive and rare multiple from this plate.
Expertise: Signed "AD" (Alberto Diena), Cert. BPA (2025) (Image)
Opening GBP 800.00
Sold...GBP 1,500.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 1500
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20030
Symbol: H
Cat No: 3
1840 1d Grey-Black, Plate 3, OA. Good to large margins, clear red Maltese Cross. Fine and most attractive. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 95.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 95
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20031
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 3, OG. Four margins, clear red Maltese Cross. Very fine. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 100
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20032
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 3, PC, letter “P” showing small loop variety. Good to large margins, clear, almost complete red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (SG Spec. AS20a, £575) (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 95.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 95
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20033
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 4, ED. Four margins on cover from Greenock to Glasgow, tied by red Maltese Cross. Fine strikes of Greenock NO 12 1840 departure and Glasgow 12 NO 1840 PM on reverse. Vertical filing fold well clear of the stamp. An attractive cover. (SG £850) (Image)
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 150.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 150
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20034
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
Inscriptional single on cover 1840 1d Black, Plate 4 (GA) Left-Hand Marginal Stamp with Inscription “Back be careful no” on CoverA very fresh and striking example of the 1d Black from Plate 4, on cover from London to Rickmansworth. The stamp retains its rare left-hand marginal inscription, an exceptional feature highly prized by collectors. It is neatly cancelled with a fine central red Maltese Cross, with the “T.P. Old Broad St” sub-office handstamp adjacent.Condition is fine and most attractive, with fresh impression and clear margins, and a rarity factor heightened by its marginal inscription on cover, which is seldom encountered. (Image)
Opening GBP 1,000.00
Sold...GBP 2,400.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 2400
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20035
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 4, IK. Four margins, crisp, clear red Maltese Cross. Fine. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 95.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 95
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20036
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
Usage from Ireland1840 1d Black, Plate 4, LD, LK, LF, and LE. Four singles on entire letter from Cork Barracks, 8th September 1840, to London. Each stamp with four margins, tied by indistinct red Maltese Crosses. Cork SE 9 1840 departure cds, SE 10 and SP 12 1840 transit via Dublin, and arrival marks. Four single 1d Blacks on an entire are seldom seen—a scarce Irish cover from Cork. (Image)
Opening GBP 800.00
Sold...GBP 1,500.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 1500
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20037
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 5, BA, showing retouched letter “B”. Four margins, red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 95.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 95
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20038
Symbol: H
Cat No: 3
1840 1d Grey-Black, Plate 5, horizontal strip of five EC–EH. Clear to good margins, six fine strikes of black Maltese Cross. Tiny repair at top of EF, otherwise superb quality. A fine and scarce multiple. (Image)
Opening GBP 1,000.00
Sold...GBP 1,400.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 1400
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20039
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 5, IL, right sheet marginal with partial Inscription “The Labels ABOVE”. Other margins are very large, light strike of black Maltese Cross. A superb example. (Image)
Opening GBP 200.00
Sold...GBP 600.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 600
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20040
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 5, PK. Four margins, clear red Maltese Cross. A fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 70.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 100
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20041
Symbol: H,J
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 6 (AA–BB) Used Block of FourA very fresh and striking used block of four from Plate 6, positions AA–BB, displaying good margins and lightly struck Maltese Cross cancellations, enhancing both clarity and visual appeal. A faint pressed crease is noted on AB–BB, typical for multiples of this period, but it does not detract from the overall handsome appearance.A rare and highly desirable multiple.
Stanley Gibbons Specialised Catalogue value: £18,000.
Provenance: From the renowned Robson Lowe sales, 1955 and 1960. (Image)
Opening GBP 2,000.00
Sold...GBP 3,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 3000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20042
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 6, horizontal strip of four NA–ND, used. Margins just touched at upper right of NA, scissor cut in margin between NC–ND, and a vertical crease on NA. Attractive and scarce. Provenance: Seymour Sale 5, 1952. (Image)
Opening GBP 400.00
Sold...GBP 700.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 700
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20043
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 6, QB. Good to large margins, crisply struck by black Maltese Cross. Tiny corner bend. A very fine example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 120.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 120
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20044
Symbol: H,G,J
Cat No: 2
The Largest Recorded Used Block of Plate 6The legendary 1840 1d Black, Plate 6, presented as an extraordinary block of eighteen (positions PA–PL and QA–QF) on a substantial piece of large-format legal correspondence. The upper row PA–PL forms a complete horizontal strip of twelve, an exceptional feature in itself, with the entire multiple securely tied by crisp red Maltese Cross cancellations.Margins are just clear to large all round, an impressive achievement for a multiple of this scale. A light archival fold crosses the piece, entirely consistent with original postal use. Minor imperfections are confined to PG and QE, each showing a tiny closed nick at the foot, and do not detract from the overall striking visual impact. Considering its remarkable size and survival on piece, the condition must be regarded as exceptionally fine.
Note: This iconic exhibit item was showcased at the Royal Philatelic Society Centenary Exhibition, May 1940. The second largest used Penny Black multiple known (after the block of 24 in the "Chartwell" collection) and the largest used multiple of plate 6.A truly magnificent and historically important rarity, representing the pinnacle of classic British philately. (Image)
Opening GBP 20,000.00
Sold...GBP 17,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 17000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20045
Symbol: CC,C,
Cat No: 2
A marvellous left mint sheet marginal block of four1840 1d Black, Plate 7 (BA–CB), left mint sheet marginal block of four, printed on experimental thin paper. The stamps display a fresh, rich colour and a fine, sharp impression, clearly showing the constant variety “CA with double C.” The left margin retains the distinct sheet watermark guide lines, adding further desirability and positional interest.Preserved in mint condition with original gum, the lower pair remains never hinged, while only light hinge traces are present on the upper stamps. Overall condition is exceptional for a multiple of this rarity.A magnificent and extremely rare block, seldom encountered in such outstanding quality.
Expertise: Accompanied by a British Philatelic Association Certificate (2025).
Provenance: Earl of Crawford and "a well known fellow of the RPS" Robson Lowe auction (7 May 1958). (Image)
Opening GBP 20,000.00
Sold...GBP 26,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 26000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20046
Symbol: CC,C,
Cat No: 2
THE UNIQUE LARGEST MINT MULTIPLE OF THE PENNY BLACK IN PRIVATE HANDS1840 1d Black, Plate 7 (IA–LF) - The Famous Seymour Block — Mint Marginal Inscriptional Block of Twenty-Four (6 x 4)An extraordinary and historically iconic multiple, this mint marginal block of twenty-four from the left side of the sheet is the largest known Penny Black multiple in private hands. It retains part of the rare sheet inscription: "the labels ABOVE the address and towards the RIGHT HAND SIDE of the letter" — a feature of immense philatelic significance.The block is brilliantly fresh, with excellent margins on the other sides and practically full original gum. Typical of the plate 7 sheet, wrinkling and minor tone spots are noted purely for accuracy and do not detract from the stunning overall appearance.A world-class exhibition icon, combining rarity, scale, condition, and display impact, unquestionably worthy of the finest collection.It is the largest and the mint block extant.Note: The block is the largest part of a sheet known as the Crawford Sheet, broken up.
Provenance: Earl of Crawford, Seymour sale 5, 1952, lot 235.
Expertise: Accompanied by a British Philatelic Association Certificate (2025). (Image)
Opening GBP 600,000.00
Sold...GBP 500,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 500000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20047
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 7, MF. Four-margined single on cover from London to Ventnor, Isle of Wight, tied by red Maltese Cross, light London “T.P.” sub-office marking alongside, H 25 JY 1840 despatch cds on reverse. An attractive cover and an early use of an envelope. (Image)
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 190.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 190
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20048
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 7, QD. Good to large margins, neat strike of a practically complete red Maltese Cross. Fine and attractive. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 130
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20049
Symbol: C
Cat No: 2
Left Sheet Mint Marginal Strip of Three1840 1d Black, Plate 7 (RA–RC) - A left-hand sheet marginal horizontal strip of three, preserved in brilliant mint condition and displaying a deep, rich shade of exceptional visual appeal. The stamps are well-centred with large, balanced margins, enhancing both presentation and rarity.Light vertical gum bends are present, typical for multiples of this period and entirely unobtrusive, having no impact on the stamps themselves. Overall, this is a superb and scarce multiple, rarely encountered in such attractive condition.Provenance: Earl of Crawford
Expertise: Accompanied by a certificate and signature by Alberto Diena (1963), together with a British Philatelic Association Certificate (2025). (Image)
Opening GBP 8,000.00
Sold...GBP 7,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 7000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20050
Symbol: H,G,J
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 8 (KA–LC) Block of Six on Fragment, Used
A very attractive and rare multiple from Plate 8, positions KA–LC, with clear to good margins (note LA cut into at lower left) and tied on a fragment by orange-red Maltese Cross cancellations. A horizontal crease on the bottom row is noted, typical for multiples of this size and era, but the block retains excellent visual appeal and display quality.
Particularly scarce for this plate, this multiple is highly desirable for the advanced collector.
Provenance: Ex Robson Lowe sale, 1954. (Image)
Opening GBP 4,000.00
Sold...GBP 4,000.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 4000
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20051
Symbol: H
Cat No: 2
1840 1d Black, Plate 8, OK. Good margins, fine strike of an almost complete red Maltese Cross. A lovely example. (Image)
Opening GBP 80.00
Sold...GBP 150.00
Closed..Mar-26-2026, 02:00:00 EST
Sold For 150
Sale No: 26MARGBP
Lot No: 20052
Symbol: F
Cat No: 2
Inscriptional Single on Cover to Ireland1840 1d Black, Plate 8 (TE) Lower Marginal Stamp with partial inscription “abels ABOVE the A” on WrapperAn exceptionally rare and historically fascinating usage, this lower marginal 1d Black from Plate 8 is tied to a wrapper (no sideflaps) from Bridgenorth, 3 February 1841, addressed to Carndonagh, Ireland. The front bears contemporary annotations recording the results of the Walsall election, including the declaration of John Gladstone’s victory, offering both philatelic and historical significance.The wrapper is backstamped Dublin transit, 4 February 1841, and the stamp retains its marginal inscription, an element highly prized by collectors. (Image)
