Great Britain 1840 1d Black Plate 9, SG2 – Double Rate Cover
A stunning philatelic piece from the dawn of British postal history.
This exceptional item features two very fine used examples of the iconic 1840 1d black from Plate 9, lettered 'BA' and 'DI'. Each stamp displays close to enormous margins, and is neatly cancelled by a crisp black Maltese Cross.
Well preserved on a full entire envelope sent from Arundel to London and backstamped 'JU.6-7 1840', just a month after the world’s first postage stamp was issued.
A highly desirable double rate cover, offering a rare glimpse into early Victorian correspondence.
A genuine showpiece for the discerning philatelist.
Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £1,200 per single example on cover.
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