Proof 1871-1909 imperforate plate proofs, comprising ½a. claret (54, one perforated "SPECIMEN" and a block of four with security punctures), 2a. green (4), 3a. bistre (69), 4a. blue-grey (5), 8a. lilac (9) and 12a. brown (3), in varying size multiples; the majority with light stains though an attractive group. (144)