Pierron records only 5 mint pairs in existence and especially attractive as part of a block of four
he achieved the position of First Lord of the Treasury following Walpole’s resignation in 1742
The full band has signed (Johnny Rotten
Great Britain 1865 6d Deep lilac plate proof Plate 6
This King Henry VII historical document is clearly signed "HR" by King Henry VII - the first monarch of the House of Tudor and dated 1499 and addressed to Sir Robert Lytton
Ceylon 1867-70 8d lake-brown, SG68b Solomon Islands stamps Pierron records only 5 mintCeylon 1867 70 8d lake brown, watermark CC type 6, SG68b. A well centred block of 4 with lovely colour and large part original gum, (lower pair unmounted). Minor gum creasing and upper right stamp with slightly trimmed perforations, but a beautiful and rare block, with most surviving 8d multiples being from the 1863 66 issue (SG 56). A wonderful example of the rare colour variety, which is particularly special in this condition as a block of four.