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Auction: 25032 - Stamps and Covers of British Asia featuring the 'Imperial' Collection of Indian Telegraphs and Revenues
Lot: 3030E

(x) India
Telegraphs

1890-91 Issue
Proofs and Essays
50r. and 1900 (14 Nov.) 2r. group (5), comprising 50r. die proof from the De La Rue striking book and two specimens, also 2r. used and unused, S.G. T51, T55a. Photo.

Note: As the colour of the 2r. rupees value caused confusion with the 2r.8a value at night time, the later stocks were printed with a red line at the base of the stamp.

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

Estimate
£350 to £450