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Auction: 22020 - The Robin Gwynn Collection of New Zealand
Lot: 67

(x) New Zealand
The Sideface Issues
1882-1900 Second Issue
1891-95 Perf. 10

2d. lilac, variety imperforate used on cover front addressed to Mururoa, tied by 'temuka' single circle datestamp of 20 July 1897, important and rare; offered with a letter of authenticity from Campbell Paterson (2005). CP D3k var., S.G. 219 var.

Note: See the Campbell Paterson Newsletter (April 2005) where described as a 'probably unique provable example of this variety in the absence of multiples. Colossal margins on three sides.'

Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Sold for
£450

Starting price
£220