Lot No. 1342
Auction No. | 10 |
Category |
South Australia States and Territories Australia |
Est. | $1200 |
Status | SOLD $1100 |
1891/96 1d Postcard Competition Essay. Beautifully hand painted in blue with detail picked out in white. Stamp drawn as "ONE 1 PENNY" in small circle with shield & frame incorporating "SOUTH AUSTRALIA" & "POSTAGE". The frame depicts farming, the GPO Tower, kangaroo, emu & a standing figure of Britannia holding 2 shields. With nom-de plume & numbered "52". A stunning item to compliment any South Australian collection. See website for image.