Victorian Penny Black with 'Manchester' Maltese Cross

1840 A.D.

5 7/8 x 4 in. (13 grams total, 15 x 10.2 including card).

Great Britain (GB), Queen Victoria (QV), 1d black, check letters LJ, plate 1b, with 'Manchester Cross' variety Maltese Cross cancellation stamp in black. SG 2uf. Cat. £900.00. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK philately market.
From a private UK collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 2563