Lot 2263
Barbados, 1858, "Britannia", 6d deep rose red, imperf, large margins, tied by barred "1" oval handstamp on cover to London, England, with red "London, Paid, Mr 21, 59" entry cds, reverse with "Barbadoes, Fe 27, 1859" origin cds and red receiving postmark, Very Fine, a choice on cover usage of this scarce shade. Scott No. 8a.SG No. 11a Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.