1948 (26 Apr) Great Britain, First Day Cancellation, FDC London (England) locally addressed Cover from Paddington (district of London) to South Harrow (district of London), franked with Complete Set 2.5d and 1f

Great Britain / George VI (1936-1952)

Estimate $200.

Catalog: Stanley Gibbons 493 - 494

Condition: Small thin spot on the frontside.

Lot sold:

$20

8 bids

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Worldwide Proofs, Varieties, Rare Stamps & Postal History

Auction 49

February 17 - 20, 2026

United States , Black Mountain , NC

An extraordinary auction of worldwide proofs — die proofs, master die proofs, deluxe die proofs, trial color proofs, plate proofs. Also rare specimens, varieties, scarce stamps, and unique postal history treasures from across the globe.

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Worldwide Proofs & Specimens, Part 1

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Worldwide Postal History & Mint Items - Pre-1945

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