Lot
816 
Ceylon 1857-59, 1sh slate violet. Full o.g., strong color, ample to large margins, Very Fine, a beautiful example of this rare high value issue, especially so with original gum; with 1980 Bloch certificate. SG No. 10 £5,000 ($7,850). Scott No. 11 $5,500.
Realized: $3,500