essay 1919 unadopted De La Rue 1d. composite stamp-size essay, the vignette (in blue) and part of the frame are photographic, the remaining detail of the frame is handpainted in red-orange, affixed to card (114x89mm.) dated ''30th June 19'' and marked ''Dupl: Design: Border yellow brown''. Delightful. Photo

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