SIERRA LEONE 1897 2½d on 1s dull lilac, SG64 Leeward Islands stamps The period included the issue

The period included the issue of

Scarce in such pristine condition

no blocks could exist from that source

it is considered unlikely the three sheets were discovered intact

with the albino impression 2mm below the inked impression and very clear

SIERRA LEONE 1897 2½d on 1s dull lilac, SG64 Leeward Islands stamps The period included the issueSierra Leone 1897 2d on 1s dull lilac, type 9 surcharge from R2 9 of the setting, used with two part strikes of 'PAQUEBOT L(IVERPO)OL' circular date stamps, dated 'JA 9 98', SG64. A much finer used example than normally found. Despite minor perforation toning and a slightly heavy cancel, it benefits from true colour and fine appearance. A very rare and desirable stamp as only a maximum of 71 possible examples, many of which were water stained. It is