Rhodesia/British South African Company £5-1898 SG#12~CV£1600- with Certificate
Price: 229.50 GBP
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Item Specifics
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Description:
This Rhodesia/British South African Company stamp features a Sage Green background with an Arms design. It was issued in 1898 as a Postage stamp with a denomination of £5. The stamp is in Superb grade and has been certified by the British Philatelic Association. It is a mint never hinged stamp and is part of the Victoria (1840-1901) era. The currency is Pre-Decimal and the stamp is specific to the Africa region. The SG Number is SG#12 and the stamp has regional status as a colony in Rhodesia. This stamp is a valuable addition to any collector's collection, with a catalogue value of £1600.
Grade: Superb
Certification: British Philatelic Association
Colour: Sage Green
Regional Status: Colony
Denomination: £5
Year of Issue: 1898
Type: Postage
Number: 1
Era: Victoria (1840-1901)
Quality: Mint Never Hinged/MNH
Currency: Pre-Decimal
Region: Africa
Country: Rhodesia
Topic: Arms
SG Number: SG#12
Buying tips
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Price notes
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Condition notes
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FAQ
What should I check before buying Rhodesia/British South African Company £5-1898 SG#12~CV£1600- with Certificate?
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Why do prices vary for Rhodesia/British South African Company £5-1898 SG#12~CV£1600- with Certificate?
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