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Welcome to FigStamps, a carefully curated stamp store born in the mountains of Petrópolis, Brazil. From classic pieces to collectible study lots, every selection is prepared with care for collectors who appreciate history, detail, and the quiet beauty of philately.
This listing features an attractive Great Britain Queen Victoria trio, including two classic 2½d blue stamps and one impressive 2s6d lilac/purple high-value issue.
The two 2½d stamps appear to show plate numbers 22 and 23, while the group displays particularly interesting and bold postal cancellations. An appealing small study lot for collectors of Victorian Great Britain, plate numbers and classic postal markings.
All items are sold AS-IS, based on the images provided. No guarantee of authenticity, catalog number, shade, watermark or variety is made without certification.
Stamp Information:
Country/Area: Great Britain
Estimated Period/Year: Mainly c. 1880–1884
Issue/Theme: Queen Victoria classic surface-printed issues
Catalog Attribution: Possible SG157 for the 2½d stamps; possible SG178/179 for the 2s6d – not guaranteed
Condition: Used / mixed condition
Cancellation/Postal Markings: Strong circular, duplex and barred-style cancellations visible
Lot Notes: 3 stamps total; two 2½d blue stamps apparently showing plates 22 and 23, plus one 2s6d lilac/purple
Historical Context:
Queen Victoria’s later surface-printed issues are a popular field of Great Britain philately, offering collectors numerous opportunities to study plate numbers, shades, postal rates and the wide variety of cancellations employed by Victorian post offices.
Condition:
Used examples showing normal signs of age and postal handling. Hinge or paper remnants are visible on the backs, together with some toning and minor perforation irregularities. Cancellations range from moderate to heavy and are a major visual feature of this lot. Watermarks, exact shades and any specialist varieties have not been confirmed.
Catalog & Identification Notice:
All identifications are best-effort observations based on the available images and comparison with similar material. Catalog numbers, shades, plates, watermarks and varieties should be independently verified by the buyer. Offered as shown.
Shipping & Handling:
Items will be carefully packed for shipping. Tracking will be provided when available. Combined shipping is available whenever possible. International buyers are responsible for any applicable customs duties, taxes or import charges.
Sold AS-IS. Offered exactly as shown.
