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Auction: 15USA - The William H. Gross Collection
Lot: 100

S.G. #5, 1848 2p Deep blue on greyish paper, Earliest Impression, position 1, an absolutely magnificent quality unused example of this important stamp, being in the most pristine state of preservation possible, boasting four lavishly large and wonderfully balance margins, gorgeous intense Deep Blue color and a marvelously detailed Earliest Impression which shows the artistry and talent of the engraver, plus its paper is wonderfully bright and fresh, in a word - superb.[cr][lf][cr][lf]A breathtaking example of this classic rarity in the finest condition imaginable. Without question, the finest unused example in existence. This exciting stamp combines all of the necessary elements to be considered one of the most important and desirable stamps of the entire British Empire. Its rarity is well known, while its color, impression, sizable margins and overall freshness are incomparable.[cr][lf][cr][lf]Accompanied by a 1994 BPA certificate; ex-Hind, Caspary, Lilly and Kanai (Scott #4; $35,000.00). Estimate US$ 40,000-50,000

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