Auction UPA 97

Wide 'A' 1st watermark Kangaroo 10s. handstamped 'Specimen' fine unused partial gum trace example centred S.W., few variable perfs, mild paper wrinkle not affecting appearance, the last stamp in the pane, bearing S.E. corner vertical outside edge of plate border impression to right-hand side, and at base (as viewed from front), fine colour, note 'kite' flying plate variety to left of 'Darwin' from Roo's head to 'U' of Australia. Early 'Specimen' stamps with varieties raise the roof in Australian auctions. Specialist piece. Rare. Unique (image available) {S} (Start Price / Minimum Bid = £800.00)