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Auction: 6021 - Great Britain Stamps & Covers
Lot: 187

x Great Britain Postal History Ireland 1843 (26 Jan.) printed satirical envelope showing an enigmatic design of a winged inverted heart holding a pair of scales, the primary legend reading "If You Trifle With A Nettle It Will Sting You/Grasp It Boldly And You Are Safe", showing superb black handstruck "2", the reverse with red Dublin despatch and green Coleraine arrival datestamps; minor perimeter creasing in no way detracting from the stunning appearance of this most attractive exhibition showpiece. Stated to be the only known example in private hands. Photo Estimate £ 1,200-1,500

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£1,300