as only 420 sheets (of 240) were printed
They were issued at an important moment in China’s history at a time when China was striving to transform itself into a modern industrialised nation
Very fine and fresh four margin unused original gum vertical pair lightly mounted on top stamp only
and with marginal rail company logo's
Germany’s answer to the Beatles
Great Britain 1867 1s Die proof, Plate 6, SG117var Lesotho stamps as only 420 sheets (ofGreat Britain 1867 1s Die proof, Plate 6, SG117var. A very fine cut to size example printed in black on white glazed card with void plate numbers and corner letters, mounted on part De La Rue striking book page with manuscript annotations "Dec 9th" & "no 6 330". A spectacular and unique die proof. Provenance: Ex. De La Rue Archives. Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: from 2,500. Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email