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British Postage Stamps incl. 1973 “British Explorers” Set (SG 930–934)

Lot 179: British Postage Stamps incl. 1973 “British Explorers” Set (SG 930–934)

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Start price: £10

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A fine selection of British stamps, centred on the 1973 “British Explorers” commemorative issue (SG 930–934), comprising:
• David Livingstone (3p, SG 930)
• Henry Morton Stanley (5p, SG 931)
• Sir Francis Drake (7½p, SG 932)
• Sir Walter Raleigh (9p, SG 933)
• Charles Sturt (10p, SG 934)

Also included are a range of contemporary Queen Elizabeth II Machin definitives, with values noted from 3p to 10p.

Many of the stamps appear to be in mint, never-hinged condition with full original gum and no hinge marks.

A desirable lot for collectors of GB 1970s commemoratives and Machins, offered with clear scope for album completion.