TRINIDAD & TOBAGO 1937 Coronation set of 3 Specimens, SG243s/5s

TRINIDAD & TOBAGO 1937 Coronation set of 3 Specimens, SG243s/5sTrinidad & Tobago 1937 Coronation of King George VI set of 3, (1c green, 2c yellow brown & 8c orange) perforated 'SPECIMEN' (type D20), SG243s 5s. A very fine quality mint set with original gum and fresh colours. These "SPECIMEN" examples were used solely by postal administrations for reference purposes to help spot any attempted forgeries. BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles. com

upper right corner block of 4 with plate number

A scarce variety from a total printing of only 1

Guaranteed authentic hair from Elvis Presley

4c on $20 brown-purple and 12c on $200 chocolate

Very fine quality unmounted mint with full original gum

Presented in an attractive Victorian-era gold coloured locket on a portrait backing

Only 250 pairs existed (= 10 panes of 50)

This combination was then used on all stamps of Palestine

but an attractive example of this scarce usage

Choice quality used example and very scarce

During both extended visits Gandhi was cared for by Sumati Morarjee

Some gum faults (small thins and slight disturbance) but fine appearance and a great rarity