British P.O. in Siam 1882-85 4c rose, SG3

British P.O. in Siam 1882-85 4c rose, SG3British P. O. in Siam 1882 85 4c rose, watermark CC, type 1 overprint, SG3. A brilliant quality mint example with large part original gum. An exceptional example of this very rare stamp, with lovely fresh colour. Accompanied with a British Philatelic Association (BPA) certificate of authenticity (1981). An overseas postal service for foreign residents in Siam was operated by the British Consulate at Bangkok from 1858. Mail was despatched by steamer to

Great Britain 1884 2s6d deep lilac (Blued paper from white paper period)

2c sepia x 8 (sets of 4 from plates 1 and 2)

New Zealand Campbell Paterson Catalogue Numbers: E18d - 1

and of British Colonial philately more broadly

Some creases as to be expected for a sheet of this size and minor soiling at upper right

The globe has been very well cared for and the condition is excellent

The book features Blyton’s familiar and much loved cosy tone

Highly coveted by Olympic collectors

tied by type D8 "ZANZIBAR" circular date stamp of "AP 9 31"

Accompanied with an American Philatelic Society certificate of authenticity (1990) as Scott #37e

A fine used example with good to large margins

In 1971 he reached #1 with You've Got a Friend