Official ABNC proof of the 3c value from the 1945 Surinam definitive set, depicting the Surinam River near Bergendal.
Engraved by William Jung
I have two theories regarding this item and would love to hear your opinion. This could be either a regular progressive proof, of the as yet unfinished engraving, or, it could be a proof of the finished engraved parts of the design, with the remainder of the design to be etched in at a later stage.
Proof of finished die, in chosen colour