Name: Auction: 1872-80 4ct grey watermark Crown CC, perf...
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 260 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

The Taprobana Collection of Ceylon Telegraphs

<b>Sale number:</b> 5921 <br> <br> Stamp Sale

SGB Stamp Auction | The Taprobana Collection of Ceylon Telegraphs | 5921

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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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1872-80 4ct grey watermark Crown CC, perf 14, horizontal pair each with three small punched holes of the Telegraph Check Office cancelled '(GA)LLE 12-' ; together with perf 14 x 12½ block of eight (4 x 2), each with larger Check Office punched holes  and with two complete 'GALLE 25-3-80' cancels.  Very rare usage.  SG 122, 134 
 
This rare block represents the earliest known use of Ceylon postage stamps for telegraphic purposes, at a time when Indian telegraph stamps (denominated in annas and rupees) were current.

1872-80 4ct grey watermark Crown CC, perf...

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