Great Britain 1841 1d red brown Plate 12 imprimaturs, SG8var South Africa stamps One of only 22 possible

One of only 22 possible examples

(Perkins Bacon perforation trial)

A rare and attractive group of die proofs pulled from the master die in unissued colours in very fine condition

Great Britain 1888 9d dull purple & blue (Govt

to steel them for the battle ahead

Great Britain 1841 1d red brown Plate 12 imprimaturs, SG8var South Africa stamps One of only 22 possibleGREAT BRITAIN 1841 1d Red Brown Plate 12 imprimaturs, SG8var An outstanding unused imperforate imprimatur horizontal pair from the bottom right hand corner of the sheet, lettered 'TKTL'. This exceptional example includes part of the sheet inscription and the plate number 12, which adds significantly to both its rarity and appeal. The pair has been expertly re joined, and the margins are full and well balanced, with clear impressions and strong colour.