essay Proof --Revenue 1908-10 issue, a study comprising enlarged die proof of the Ruler's head, ½a. master proof with "½" appearing only in the upper left corner, completed die proof in green, 1a. working photograph, composite essay in carmine and Chinese white, die proofs in black (2) and in carmine (central portion of design only), plate proofs (17, with a block of fifteen) and issued stamps (10, with a block of nine inset on thick card). A fine lot. (12 items)