Lot 70306 – 1896 (Dec 31) De La Rue striking book piece with stamp size die proof with blank value tablet
Lot 70306 – 1896 (Dec 31) De La Rue striking book piece with stamp size die proof with blank value tablet
Lot 70306 – 1896 (Dec 31) De La Rue striking book piece with stamp size die proof with blank value tablet
Mauritius » 1900-05 Arms Issue (SG 138-155)
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Price realised
160 GBP
Estimate
200 – 300 GBP
Auction date
Thu 21 Nov 2024 at 15:00 (Europe/Zurich)
Description
1896 (Dec 31) De La Rue striking book piece with stamp size die proof with blank value tablet, in black on glazed card, showing endorsements for the amount of leads taken and dated “Dec 31. 60” in red (indicating invoice date; a Unique and important item, documenting the early production of this plate, not used for printing postage stamps until 1902. fine. Catalogue ref: SG 138
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