Lot 291 Canada #MR4a 1916, 2c+1c brown Admiral War Tax, Die I, never hinged, desirable bright shade, wonderfully-centred amidst balanced margins, one of the most elusive of the Admiral issues, particularly in such choice quality, very fine; ex Smallman, with 2016 Greene Foundation and 2019 (VF-XF 85) P.S.E. certificates. Unitrade C$4,500.
two cent plus one cent brown
Lot 226, Canada 1916 2c + 1c brown Admiral War Tax VF ng block of four, sold for C$1,638
Lot 226 Canada #MR4iv 1916 2c + 1c Brown Admiral War Tax Imperforate Horizontally, Die I, an unused (no gum, as issued) block of four, very fine and scarce. Accompanied by a 2020 Greene Foundation certificate. Rsv. $850. Unitrade CV$1,500, sold for C$1,400.00 plus 17% buyer’s premium.