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Lot No. 376

Auction No. 28
Category Western Australia
    States and Territories
      Australia
Est. $8000
Status SOLD $15500

 

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1879 2d mauve ERROR OF COLOUR. This is an exceptional example of this stamp printed in the colour of the 6d. Fine used with a light Perth grid cancel clear of the value wording. Previously sold at a Rod Perry Auction in 1979 & most recently at a Robin Linke sale in 2006 for $17,600 incl BP. Incls a Ceremuga Cert. (2006) that cost the vendor $800! Used examples are scarcer than mint & this is one of the finest. SG 55b, Cat. £15,000

 

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