Small Queen Constant Plate Varieties

3T16.1 (R&S 4-50)

Hooked Nose Variety

Plate Position - unknown

ERU:

LRU:

Multiples:

Notes: There is no doubt that the stamp illustrated shows a retouch. This is the only example I have seen with a clear retouch - and on what is clearly a worn image.

I have always had 'difficulties' with this "CPV" and reconciling the various descriptions and illustrations.

3T16.1 (R&S 4-50)

Hooked Nose Variety

Plate Position - unknown

ERU:

LRU:

Multiples:

Notes: There is no doubt that the stamp illustrated shows a retouch. This is the only example I have seen with a clear retouch - and on what is clearly a worn image.

I have always had 'difficulties' with this "CPV" and reconciling the various descriptions and illustrations.