Lot 20143 – The only recorded sheet 10pa on 2 1/2pi violet, perf.
Lot 20143 – The only recorded sheet 10pa on 2 1/2pi violet, perf.
Egypt » 1879 Surcharges
Price realised
7’000 EUR
Estimate
8’000 EUR
Auction date
Mon 5 Dec 2022 at 17:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
The only recorded sheet
10pa. on 2 1/2pi. violet, perf. 12 1/2, mint complete sheet of 200, with tête-bêche in position 154, the sheet is from the Intermediate State (Second State) after the first substitution of position 102 that resulted in the indented frame in position 101, very fine and an important unique showpiece.
Provenance: British Monarchy Royal Collection
Catalogue ref: D31a
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