CEYLON 1862 1s slate-purple, SG43

CEYLON 1862 1s slate-purple, SG43Ceylon 1862 1s slate purple, no watermark, perforations 13, SG43. A fine mint example with large part original gum. Typical centring normally seen for this issue and slight gum disturbance, but far above average, with exceptional colour. A rarity in unused condition. Provenance: Signed by revered experts Sergio Sismondo. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue value is 1,800. BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email

As such this is a rare example of the last Christmas card George VI would sign

Dalton was displeased with the end result and as a safeguard against forgery ordered that all correspondence bearing the stamps must be signed by a post office clerk

cachets of origin were struck on mail from the island

as their Man of the Year

Faintly toned gum immaterial to the overall fine and attractive appearance

A reasonably priced watermark variety in comparison to its rarity

Slightly trimmed perforations at upper right

Scarce in this form and quality

A key high-denomination rarity from the island of Tobago

Curved Raised lines on bottom scroll of shield Uncirculated and graded 80 by London Coins Grading Service and in their holder ALERT ME WHEN ANOTHER IS AVAILABLE >

lower left stamp showing watermark error 'C' of 'CA' missing

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity