Proof 1938-50 die proofs of the small format (King George VI head) and large format (King George VI head and Columbus) with uncleared surrounds and value tablets, in black on glazed white cards (92x60 mm.), each with pencil "25/1/38", marked in ink "B707" and "B695" respectively; die proof of the King George VI head and Medicinal Spring format vignettes, in black on glazed white card (92x60 mm.) with pencil "11/4/38" and marked in ink "C336"; also photographic essays of the 6d. and 2/6d. values in the issued designs; a fine and rare assembly. Photo | Christie's

Lot 610

610

Proof 1938-50 die proofs of the small format (King George VI head) and large format (King George VI head and Columbus) with uncleared surrounds and value tablets, in black on glazed white cards (92x60 mm.), each with pencil "25/1/38", marked in ink "B707" and "B695" respectively; die proof of the King George VI head and Medicinal Spring format vignettes, in black on glazed white card (92x60 mm.) with pencil "11/4/38" and marked in ink "C336"; also photographic essays of the 6d. and 2/6d. values in the issued designs; a fine and rare assembly. Photo

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Proof 1938-50 die proofs of the small format (King George VI head) and large format (King George VI head and Columbus) with uncleared surrounds and value tablets, in black on glazed white cards (92x60 mm.), each with pencil "25/1/38", marked in ink "B707" and "B695" respectively; die proof of the King George VI head and Medicinal Spring format vignettes, in black on glazed white card (92x60 mm.) with pencil "11/4/38" and marked in ink "C336"; also photographic essays of the 6d. and 2/6d. values in the issued designs; a fine and rare assembly. Photo