S.G. #R1a, 1879-88 1d Lilac overprinted "REVENUE", half used as ½d, the right vertical half tied by "A07" in barred oval to local circular rate cover to Scott's Head, clear "Dominica/Jy 6, 83" datestamp at lower right, stamp with a bit of soiling, otherwise very fine and scarce (S.G. £2,750). (Image)
Est. $400-500
Opening US$ 290.00
Sold...US$ 300.00
Closed..Jan-31-2019, 14:35:54 EST
Sold For 300
Sale No: 168
Lot No:923
Symbol:C
Cat No:R1a
S.G. #R1a, 1879-88 1d Lilac overprinted "REVENUE", half used as ½d, right vertical strip of three and right vertical pair, all tied across the cut by four strikes of "A07" in barred oval cancel to cover addressed to London, bold "Dominica/15 Oc, 87" datestamp at lower left which is repeated on reverse, London arrival backstamp, cover severely reduced at left, missing backflap and with a couple sealed tears at top, otherwise a fine and striking usage (S.G. catalog value for a single franking is £2,750). (Image)