THREE HALFPENCE
essay Essay, originating from the De La Rue archive, for the adopted design by William Warren de la Rue, handpainted in the near issued colours but with the colours of the head and laurel leaves reversed, 'cancelled' by ink manuscript cross and affixed to card. Very attractive. Photo
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essay Essay, originating from the De La Rue archive, for the adopted design by William Warren de la Rue, handpainted in the near issued colours but with the colours of the head and laurel leaves reversed, 'cancelled' by ink manuscript cross and affixed to card. Very attractive. Photo
Further details
Note: This item is illustrated on the front cover of volume two of "The De La Rue Years 1878-1910" by W.A. Wiseman.
Most handpainted essays for the Jubilee issue originate from the design competition and were sold by Robson Lowe at auction in 1976. This essay, however, was prepared by the printer for the actual production process and included in their archive. It is specifically referenced in the S.G. Specialised catalogue.
Most handpainted essays for the Jubilee issue originate from the design competition and were sold by Robson Lowe at auction in 1976. This essay, however, was prepared by the printer for the actual production process and included in their archive. It is specifically referenced in the S.G. Specialised catalogue.