CEYLON 1885 5c on 64c red-brown, SG173 Airmail Stamps nine signed in ballpoint pen

nine signed in ballpoint pen

Gandhi has signed handsomely towards the bottom right in black ink

1876' and endorsed 'BEFORE HARDENING'

be made according to the teno[u]r herafter ensuing

cancelled by a crisp red Maltese Cross

CEYLON 1885 5c on 64c red-brown, SG173 Airmail Stamps nine signed in ballpoint penCeylon 1885 5c on 64c red brown, type 21 local surcharge, position 12 of the setting, perforations 14 x 12, SG173. A brilliant quality mint example with large part original gum. A few slightly shortish perforations mentioned for accuracy as still very fine. A rare stamp in unused condition, particularly so fine. Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: 950. BUY NOW: Order online, by phone +44 (0)1534 639 998, or via email info@paulfrasercollectibles. com