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Auction: 25020 - The Tom Gosse Collection of the Japanese Occupation of South-East Asia
Lot: 835

(x) Sarawak
Kuching Overprint
1c. purple with violet overprint, a top left corner block of four, the top left stamp with overprint omitted, unused with large part original gum; minor adhesions/abrasions on surface and reverse, a little toned, nevertheless a very rare multiple. Without doubt one of the most important items from the occupation period. An exhibition item. B.P.A. Certificate (2014). ISC J1/1b, $12,000+; S.G. J1/a, £5,500+. Photo

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

Sold for
£5,500

Starting price
£1200