SG 55 1847

sg 55

The paper was Dickinson 'silk' thread paper (two vertical threads 5 mm apart)
which can be clearly seen on the stamp above. The embossing can also be clearly seen on this superb scan. The design is based on the Wyon City Medal - 1837, primary die engraved by William Wyon who has his initials ww engraved at the base of the neck.

ww

Scans courtesy Elstree Stamps

One pane of the 1s (5x4)

sg54 pane

Image source British Postal Museum from the R M Phillips Collection. Vol XXX Pg 16

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