Name: Auction: 1884 (Ju 2) "SIERRA 5s. LEONE" surcharge on...
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 140 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

SGB Stamp Auction | Great Britain & Commonwealth | 5950

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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1884 (Ju 2) "SIERRA 5s. LEONE" surcharge on 1s green, with horizontal red brush stroke from the remainder stock, horizontal strip of six with margins at both ends, the second stamp showing "sloping shaft to 5" variety (found in 15 of the 60 positions in the setting), fresh large part o.g. (three stamps unmounted). Until withdrawn on 1 March 1885 this surcharge was valid for both fiscal and postal purposes, although no genuinely postal cover or piece has yet been found. See Part 1 footnote after SG 26.

1884 (Ju 2) "SIERRA 5s. LEONE" surcharge on...

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