Lot no. 2859

5 pia. green, perf 12 ½, magnificent mint block of 25 with part foliate margin at base, second stamp in the block with variety "5" of value missing at lower right, superb freshness of colour and appearance, large part original gum. See Peter Smith page 205. A delightful piece (Nile Post D29+D29b = $ 1400+).