unused 1896-1900 prepared for use but not issued, 3d. on 5d. dull purple and mauve, almost full original gum; small perf. stain at top left and faint bend, otherwise fine. Rare. B.P.A. Certificate (2000). Cat. £2750. Photo | Christie's

Sale 1280

BRITISH EMPIRE STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY

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18 - 19 July 2001

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Lot 996

unused 1896-1900 prepared for use but not issued, 3d. on 5d. dull purple and mauve, almost full original gum; small perf. stain at top left and faint bend, otherwise fine. Rare. B.P.A. Certificate (2000). Cat. £2750. Photo

Price realised

GBP 690

Estimate

GBP 700 - GBP 900

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unused 1896-1900 prepared for use but not issued, 3d. on 5d. dull purple and mauve, almost full original gum; small perf. stain at top left and faint bend, otherwise fine. Rare. B.P.A. Certificate (2000). Cat. £2750. Photo
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