Auction: 1026 - British Empire Stamps & Covers from the Vestey Collection
Lot: 239
Gilbert and Ellice Islands — 5/- die proof of name and duty plate in black on glazed card (92x60mm.), marked "after hardening" altered to "Before" in manuscript and dated "7 may. 12", fine. Photo Estimate £ 200-250
Sold for
£270
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