Auction No. 50

April 16, 2026

Prices Realized

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Romano Auction House.

Worldwide Stamps, Banknotes (Paper Money), Silver and Gold Co.

Israel & Worldwide, Postal History, Judaica & Holocaust.n House.

Sale: 50

16. April 2026

Lot 339

Repub-Franc.

France 1850 – 25 c Cérès Blue (Yvert 4 c)Horizontal tête‑bêche pair (case 131), cancelled small‑numeral lozenge. Faultless ap

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Opening $1,000

Sold for $1,560

France 1850 – 25 c Cérès Blue (Yvert 4 c)

Horizontal tête‑bêche pair (case 131), cancelled small‑numeral lozenge. Faultless appearance, choice colour and ample margins. Full photo certificate (No. 18359) issued by Jean‑François Brun & Benoît Chandanson (AIEP, Paris, 4 June 2025), confirming authenticity.

Condition: Superb used tête‑bêche, exceptionally fresh and visually striking for this issue.

Maury T4 / Yvert 4 c: €20 000 pour tête‑bêche pairs.

Recent realisation (May 2025): A Brun‑certified example offered at Spink realised approximately US $3,321 (~€3,000), reflecting high demand despite margins described as "just fair"