SG3. 1848.
1d Orange-vermilion/yellowish. EARLIEST IMPRESSION.
A simply exquisite used example of this well romanced philatelic gem. Perfectly struck by two 'PAID' in frame cancellations (Kanai IIE-4) and displaying extremely large to very large margins all round and uncommonly found intense colour.
(Position 2).
BPA Certificate.
Provenance: 'Hind' (H.R. Harmer, London, 11 June 1934) "Superb Large Margins'. Sir Ernest de Silva (1959. Kanai (1993) "Exceptional Stamp".
A True 'Crown Jewel' Of Philately.
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