Cameroun. Scott 334. Engraved Die Proof. Artist Signed. Only 18 - 28 Copies Exist.
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Cameroun. Scott 334. Final Stage Engraved Die Proof. Artist Signed. Brown ink.
This is made from the soft die (as indicated by the absence of the engraver's name in the engraved stamp). The significance of this that while theoretically 18-28 copies were made, usually the copies made from the soft die were more limited in quantity. Any use of the soft die could lead to possible deterioration of the engraving die.
The artist engraver was C.Dufrens. His pencil signature is ...evident.
Pencil notations on back side of proof.
Outstanding example. No bends, folds, creases.
This is made from the soft die (as indicated by the absence of the engraver's name in the engraved stamp). The significance of this that while theoretically 18-28 copies were made, usually the copies made from the soft die were more limited in quantity. Any use of the soft die could lead to possible deterioration of the engraving die.
The artist engraver was C.Dufrens. His pencil signature is ...evident.
Pencil notations on back side of proof.
Outstanding example. No bends, folds, creases.
