5'th classicphil Auction - VIENNA- AUSTRIA

1895, 2 1/2 d., pale carmine red, Queen Victoria 2-numeral, white background, imperf plate proof on blueish granite paper (with strong mesh), no wmk, block of four from the left margin, there m/s in blue CARMINE, extremely rare multiple, NG as issued, believed prepared in 1898 as colour trials for the 1899 issue of new colour 2 1/2d, genuine in all respects, thin at top right, still very attractive, certificate K. Ceremuga, VF!. Estimate 1.200€.