I.C.S. Faridkot 1887-98 4a olive-green, error, Official, SGO8a Saudi Arabia stamps watermark V over crown upright

watermark V over crown upright (inverted)

A very rare early design essay with only three examples believed to have been recorded

which was an important step in global diplomatic efforts to end the armaments race between nations

Only the slightest cabinet friction on raised surfaces

Great Britain 1840 2d Mulready Lettersheet (Forme 1

I.C.S. Faridkot 1887-98 4a olive-green, error, Official, SGO8a Saudi Arabia stamps watermark V over crown uprightIndian Convention States Faridkot 1887 98 4a olive green, error "SERV CE" overprint, SGO8a. A brilliant quality mint example, well centred and with original gum. A great rarity, and in superb condition, being much the finer of just two examples recorded. The other example is toned with only part original gum. This major rarity of the Indian States is also absent from the Royal Philatelic Collection. The typographic error during the overprint process