Auction 333-341 Europe & Overseas Americas (North, Central & South America) - Day 1

1863: Sixth Issue, 10 c. blue, transfer block reconstruction of the ten types in unused condition, comprising ten singles according to the research conducted by Dr. Hugo Goeggel, which identifed the characteristics and distinguishing features of the transfer block (no complete sheet exist), six with gum, five with good to large margins, some faults, although a rare assembly with just two reconstructions in unused condition recorded. Cert. Bortfeldt (2008). Aditionally, comes with six unused examples in different shades and an album page with nineteen mainly used examples with various cancellations, some fine and attractive, a vaulable and scarce selection. Ex the Brian Moorhouse Estate.
Provenance: Ex  Juan Santa Mari,The 'Esmeralda' Collection, Investphila, 21-22 March 2009, lot 1730.