Lot 10276 – 1876, 50r blue, the exceptional block of four with plate number

1876, 50r blue, the exceptional block of four with sheet margin at top displaying reversed “2” plate number and “…etes de Banco Nueva York” imprint, unused without gum, radiant deep colour reaching the captivating indigo shade and precise impression; one of just five unused blocks of four and the only multiple recorded with a plate number, a stunning exhibition item.

Provenance: Angelo Lima and Dr. de Amaral Machado.