Lot 498 o
Mauritius, 1859, Dardenne issue, 2d pale blue, heavy retouch on neck, large and well balanced margins, "dumb" oval grid leaving neck and type completely exposed, Very Fine, an extremely scarce and seldom offered variety. Scott No. 17c $2,100.SG No. 44a £2,000 ($2,380).
Realized: $525