Great Britain 1884 2s6d deep lilac (blued paper from white paper period), SG179a.
A very fine and fresh unused example with original gum of this very rare stamp lettered "FA".
A scarce variety being printed on blued paper during the period when white paper was being used. A very fine mint example, rarely seen, with most examples being in poor condition.
Accompanied with a 1958 British Philatelic Association (BPA) Certificate of Authenticity and a 1978 Royal Philatelic Society (RPS) Certificate.
SG Catalogue Value: £6,500.
