Great Britain 1865 1d "Royal reprint" Plate 66 (Watermark Inverted), SGDP35a.
Magnificent right hand marginal four margin unused with original gum vertical pair lettered 'IL-JL'. With full deckle edge selvedge showing inscription and central sheet ornament.
A stunning exhibition piece.
This special unissued printing in September 1865 was requested by young members of the Royal Family for examples of the 1d Black. The full background behind this exclusive issue of the penny black remains a philatelic mystery.
GB Specialised Catalogue No: DP35a.
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