Great Britain 1840 One Penny Black Plate 5 QC (constant variety)

Great Britain 1840 One Penny Black Plate 5 QC (constant variety), large margins, used as a seal on entire letter from Derry to Bristol dated 2 July 1841, tied by a crisp black Maltese Cross with framed "too late" and datestamps alongside; the adhesive naturally torn on opening, nevertheless still highly attractive and most unusual, especially used from Ireland. An item worthy of Exhibition Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.

Estimate:$1,066.24

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