Great Britain 1910 4d Hentschel Colour Essay – Pale Grey Brown

A rare and attractive King George V-era printing trial.

A very fine colour essay of the 4d value, printed in pale grey brown on white wove paper (measuring 48 x 61mm). It features the handstruck control mark “MB/89” above the design, as identification of part of the Hentschel printings.

A scarce and highly collectable essay, offering a fascinating glimpse into the early production process for one of Britain’s iconic definitive issues.

Stanley Gibbons catalogue value: £950.