706 Mexico: Classic collection 1856-74 inc 1856 Hidalgo set to 8r. 1861 New Colours set inc both 8r colours. Also 1861 4r black/yellow 3/4 on piece (SG cat £19,000 for cover). 1864 Eagle set to 8r. 1866-67 Maximillian range to 50c inc litho & engraved plus pr & blk of 4. 1868 Full face Hidalgo vals to 100c inc with & without stops, plus perfs. 1872-74 Sideface Hidalgo to 50c plus perfs. Plenty shades noted plus great coverage of town opt. Generally F-VF M/U, odd forgery not counted. SG cat £2300+ plus £19,000 for 3/4 4r so £21,000 = A$34,500+. Great classic lot. (125) (P) $700 $1200
