MALI (1960) Dentex filosus*. Sepia die proof with control punch at bottom. Scott No 8, Yvert No 8. Only 3-4 sepia die proofs were ever issued. Very rare!
AVAILABLE AT $325
MALI (1960) Tree*. New Orleans view*. Sepia inspection sheet by Pheulpin stamped "BON A TIRER". This must be the final sepia print made from the unhardened die, approved by the engraver. Scott No C1, Yvert No PA1. Unique exhibition item!
AVAILABLE AT $375
MALI (1961) Crocodiles*. Bamako aerial view*. Bridge*. Sepia printer's proof. Scott No C14, Yvert No PA14. These are the rarest of the French proofs. Only 3-4 were made from the unhardened die as a final check before printing.
AVAILABLE AT $200