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Auction: 6010 - Important Stamps & Covers of the World - Washington Philatelic Exhibition Auction
Lot: 95

France 1849-50 imperforate, 20c. black on white block of thirty (10x3), [81-110], with sheet margins at both sides, [93] tête-bêche, unused with large part original gum. One of the largest blocks known. A magnificent and prestigious showpiece in outstanding condition. Ceres T3a; Sc. 3c; S.G. 7/23 Estimate US$ 150,000-180,000Note: This block was illustrated in the Yvert Spécialisé Catalogue, 2000. provenance: Theodore Champion La Fayette, 2003

Sold for
$120,000