The vellum document is in superb condition considering it is more than 360 years old
An exceptional quality multiple of the highest pedigree
He was known for his superb leadership skills and somewhat unconventional strategies
it was not issued as a Christmas commemorative but became one as it does show "XMAS 1898" in the design and its official first day of issue was on Christmas Day
This stamp is especially scarce with such fine perforations
Australia Tasmania 1857 cover, SG20 Aden stamps The vellum document is inAustralia Tasmania 1857 (JY 25) entire letter from Hobart to 'Campbell Town', franked at 4d inland rate by 1856 57 2d dull emerald green on thin white paper (no watermark), SG20. The two examples have lovely fresh colour with mostly good margins, tied by very fine '62' numeral, with red 'PRE PAID' despatch circular date stamp below. Light filing fold at foot, the stamps lifted for inspection (by Purves) and replaced, and the left stamp with