Lot 167
SG 32a R20/1 Without Overprint in block of four




Stamps & Covers of Asia | S24007
Auction: 18 June 2024 at 11:00 BST
£7,200
Description
1889-1902 3p carmine lower left marginal block of four from the corner of sheet with lower left stamp showing ERROR WITHOUT OVERPRINT, as a result of a paper fold, with the missing opt appearing vertically on the gummed side of the left margin (!), with only an albino impression on the stamp itself. Brilliant large part o.g. (lower pair unmounted). A unique and wonderful exhibition item, which is the basis for the catalogue listing. BPA certificate (1997) SG 32a £6500
Footnote
Ex. Surton




