Lot 1026
GB 1883-84 2s6d (EA), stamp-sized die proof on DLR striking book piece, For SG 175

Stamps and Covers of Great Britain Including the David Willmer Collection | S26009
Auction: 10 June 2026 at 10.30 BST
Description
1883-84 2s6d (EA), stamp-sized die proof printed in black on white glazed card, mounted on DLR striking book piece (45x54mm), annotated ’2 formes april 24th 120 leads each’ this then amended to ‘1’ forme in red and ‘112’ leads in black, and further endorsed in red ‘Die and full size plate, 21 Jun 83’. Some minor surface rubbing, of little importance for this unique piece. For SG 175, £2,500.
Footnote
Ex De La Rue Archives & J. W. Phillips.

