Great Britain 1840 One Penny Black Plate 6 QH, close to huge margins

Great Britain 1840 One Penny Black Plate 6 QH, close to huge margins all round and showing a portion of the adjoining stamp at top, tied by a bold red Maltese Cross cancellation in a scarlet-vermilion shade which leaves the Queen's profile clear, to "turned" entire letter with Spalding u.d.c. below; the letter was originally sent unfranked from Stafford to Spalding on 25 Aug. 1840. Tiny patched spike hole. Rare and striking Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.

Estimate:£300

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