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Auction: 25016 - Stamps and Covers of Asia
Lot: 1356

(x) Malaya
Straits Settlements
1912-23 MCA $500 purple and orange-brown, unused with large part original gum, centred to upper left, lovely fresh colours and choice quality. One of the great rarities of Straits Settlements, of which we record only seven mint examples. A major exhibition showpiece of the highest calibre. R.P.S. (1959) and B.P.A. (1993) Certificates. S.G. 215, £100,000. Photo

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

Estimate
£30,000 to £40,000

Starting price
£28000