2945 1945 Torino CLN liberation local "C.L.N." fancy opt set Bandiera Brothers 25c, 1L & 2.50L. VF MUH. Sass 32-34 cat €1500. Very scarce set that was authorized by CLN authorities but issue was blocked by Allied military officials. 2011 Ceremuga photo-cert. (3) (P) $450 $600
2947 1961 South America Visit 205L lilac-rose "Gronchi Rosa" from 1st printing which had the map of Peru incorrect on the stamp so it was withdrawn after protests from the Peruvian govt & a corrected 205L value was later re-issued in grey. Superb fresh MUH with original gum. Sass 921 cat €2000, SG 1055 (footnote) cat £2000. Key stamp of modern Italy. Certificate can be arranged on request. (P) $1200 $1600