Lot 40122 - 1894 ½a Deep Red 1854 Essays – “SPECIMEN” Block of

1894 ½a Deep Red 1854 Essays – “SPECIMEN” Block of Sixteen, Spence 107 — impressive block of sixteen printed in deep red on deep yellowish wove paper, with “SPECIMEN” printed on the reverse of each row, spaced so that one letter falls behind each impression. Some hinging and minor staining on reverse, otherwise fine and scarce. A striking and highly desirable exhibition piece, particularly attractive in this substantial multiple.