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British India 1854 Four Annas — First Issue, Inverted Head

British India · Colonial (19th c.) · Cat. SG 17 · Used, four margins

One of philately’s legendary classics — the 1854 Four Annas with inverted head, among the earliest stamps of the subcontinent.

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A celebrated example of the 1854 Four Annas first issue showing the inverted head variety, one of the most famous errors of classic philately. Four clear margins, a light cancellation that leaves the design fully legible, and exceptional eye appeal. Offered with full documentation of its chain of ownership.

  • The famous ‘inverted head’ variety
  • Four clear margins; light, legible cancellation
  • Among the earliest stamps of the subcontinent

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British India 1854 Four Annas — First Issue, Inverted Head

British India · 1854 · SG 17

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HP-2026-1003
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June 2026
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