Romania 1903 1 Ban Color Proof Block – “Postal Palace Caisorii” Issue, Imperforate, Upper Right Corner
€ 2.200,00
Rare imperforate color proof block of four (1 Ban brown), Romania 1903 “Inauguration of the Postal Palace” issue. Upper right corner, no gum, certified genuine by Iulian D. Cherata (AIEP).
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A scarce and significant philatelic gem: this is an imperforate color proof block of four from the 1903 Romanian commemorative issue marking the Inauguration of the Postal Palace in Bucharest.
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Denomination: 1 Ban
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Colour: Brown
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Position: Upper right corner of the sheet / the only one
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Condition: Unused, without gum, with light creasing and marginal toning — overall fine condition.
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Certification: Expertised and signed by Iulian Dumitru Cherata (AIEP) – Certificate No. 69467 dated 18/07/2025.
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Provenance: Previously signed in pencil by renowned experts Nathansohn and faintly by I.I. Oddor.
According to Romanian philatelic literature (1974 and 1984 catalogues), only one sheet of 80 such examples was produced, making this block an exceptionally rare proof item. Not listed by Eduard Cohen in his 1945 work, it is absent from major essay references.
An elite addition to any advanced collection of Romanian philately, colour proofs, or essay material.
| Stamps By Condition | Mint (MNH / MH / no Gum) |
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| Stamps By Country | Romania |
| Stamps by Era | Early 20th Century (1900–1945) |
| Stamps By Format | Block |
| Stamps by Region | Europe |
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