26th Oct, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST
1882 £5 orange, SG.137, used with perfect central strike of Lancaster 11.FE.02 cds. A few minute abrasions, owner's mark in purple in the centre slightly showing through but fortunately coinciding with the postmark therefore very unobtrusive. A wonderful example.
Sold for £1,300
Estimated at £1,000 - £1,250
Auction: Stamps, Postal History & Postcards, 26th Oct, 2022
To include excellent classic postmarks of Great Britain with rare Chard town cancel on penny black pair, as well as the same collector’s Chile classics, GB used in Chile and exciting postal history.
Please note: A684 is closed for five days (24-28 October) between Patrick Brompton and Harmby. Diversion signs are in place. Please allow extra time for your journey.
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