Lot 822 India #4 1854 1a red, Die II, Watermark Coat of Arms, marginal block PP 21-2, 31-2, fresh colour and paper, no gum as issued (S.G. #14 Die II £520). Scott CV$400, sold for $850 plus buyer’s premium.
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Lot 821 — India #4 One anna red Die II watermark sheet, realized $4830
Lot 821 India #4 1854 1a red Die II Watermark “Coat of Arms in Sheet” Marginal block of 24 PP 1-4 / 41-44 with full ornamental margins printed on toned paper with no gum as issued. Small stains in position 24 and 42 and watermark impression weakens paper causing closed tear in position 52. Otherwise a scarce and desirable multiple. (S.G. # 14 £3,120). Robson Lowe lists no reprints of Die II. Scott CV$2,400, sold for $4,200 plus buyer’s premium.