Lot 1316
1316
Proof 1868-81 Second Design, 1d. perf. colour trials in grey-blue, claret, dull purple and brown-purple, each in a horizontal strip of three, affixed to sheet headed "Messrs De La Rue & Co." with detailed notes regarding the quality of the inks used for the trials. A fascinating and very rare document. Photo
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Proof 1868-81 Second Design, 1d. perf. colour trials in grey-blue, claret, dull purple and brown-purple, each in a horizontal strip of three, affixed to sheet headed "Messrs De La Rue & Co." with detailed notes regarding the quality of the inks used for the trials. A fascinating and very rare document. Photo

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Proof 1868-81 Second Design, 1d. perf. colour trials in grey-blue, claret, dull purple and brown-purple, each in a horizontal strip of three, affixed to sheet headed "Messrs De La Rue & Co." with detailed notes regarding the quality of the inks used for the trials. A fascinating and very rare document. Photo
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VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price plus buyer's premium.