THE DIADEMS, IMPERFORATE ISSUES, ONE SHILLING WMK 8

Lot 582		Estimate: $1,500 Realised Price : $1,150 Rosy-vermilion block of four with clear to large margins all round, boldly cancelled by Sydney obliterators. The first unit with two thins and the second unit thinned and creased causing two tiny holes. The only recorded used block of this emergency printing and an important Diadem rarity. SG 99a, Cat. £720+
Lot 583		Estimate: $500 Realised Price : $380 Rosy-vermilion three selected singles with large to huge margins, all cancelled in Sydney. Each stamp is of exceptional quality. SG 99a, Cat. £540 (3)