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All items are VF and fresh, and Scott numbers stated, unless otherwise described.

Proofs take a variety of forms and represent the progress of the creation of the final stamp image. Die proofs can show the work of the engraver as it progress or final die proofs can show the finished engraving. Because die proofs are typically pulled from the actual original engraving, the impression quality is typically superior to that of the issued stamp. A "sunken" die proof has the die impression in an embossed area that "frames" it. Color proofs are usually "experiments" to determine which color(s) best present the image. In the case of multi-colored stamps, slightly changes in the combinations of colors can make dramatic differences in the final stamp image.

Monaco is one of the few "Slania countries" from which any form of proof material is available to collectors. Such material is completely legitimate, bearing an official control imprint, often being presented to government officials or other dignataries, or being sold on behalf of the postal museum. Proofs of Monaco Slania-engraved stamps are scarce and very much sought after. All items are VF and fresh. If you are seeking this type of material, please let me know of your interest; such items seldom make it into my price lists. I am always interested in buying such material.

Items marked "Reference" are shown for informational purposes only and have already been sold; please do not try to order them.

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Item #	Quality & Description	US$
203716	Scott #1411 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: bluish green. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.10 issue. The issued stamp color is carmine.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203670	Scott #1412 sunken die proof in olive brown, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.15 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203717	Scott #1412 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: yellow green. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.15 issue. The issued stamp color is violet.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203671	Scott #1413 sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.20 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203718	Scott #1413 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: dark green. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.20 issue. The issued stamp color is ultramarine.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203672	Scott #1414 sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.30 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203719	Scott #1414 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: reddish violet. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.30 issue. The issued stamp color is blue.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203673	Scott #1415 sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.40 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203720	Scott #1415 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: ultramarine. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.40 issue. The issued stamp color is dark green.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203674	Scott #1416 sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 3.00 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.

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Item #	Quality & Description	US$
203721	Scott #1416 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: violet. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 3.00 issue. The issued stamp color is red.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203675	Scott #1417 sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1984 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 6.00 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203722	Scott #1417 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: ultramarinish violet. 1984 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 6.00 issue. The issued stamp color is yellow green.	100.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203676	Scott #1500d sunken die proof in dark gray blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". One design (Rainier III) from the 1985 Stamp Centenary souvenir sheet issue. This is the only proof type item from this issue that I can recall ever seeing or hearing of.	325.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203677	Scott #1516 sunken die proof in dark blue gray, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1986 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.50 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203691	Scott #1516 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: magenta. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.50 issue. The issued stamp color is bright red.	95.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203692	Scott #1516 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: bright reddish violet. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.50 issue. The issued stamp color is bright red.	95.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203693	Scott #1516 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: ultramarinish violet. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.50 issue. The issued stamp color is bright red.	95.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203678	Scott #1517 sunken die proof in green blue, with colorless embossed seal, signed "Slania". 1986 Old Monaco Clerissi Drawings 0.60 issue.	275.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.
203694	Scott #1517 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: violet. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.60 issue. The issued stamp color is blue green.	95.00 Reference For reference only. NOT for sale.

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Item #

Quality & Description

US$

203695

Scott #1517 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: reddish brown. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.60 issue. The issued stamp color is blue green.

95.00

Reference
For reference only. NOT for sale.

203696

Scott #1517 imperforate color plate proof in experimental color: dark carmine. 1986 Clerissi Old Monaco Drawings 0.60 issue. The issued stamp color is blue green.

95.00

Reference
For reference only. NOT for sale.

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