India 1948 Essays

bulletThere were three lower denominations in this set.  The first design in single colors was used for the 1½, 3½ and 12 As. values.  Instead of completing the set with another common postage rate, the second design in two colors was used for an exorbitant face value of 10 Rs., the most expensive commemorative issue from India until then.
bulletAt some point during the review, the two color design was also considered for the 12 As. denomination, as evidenced by these two rare photographic essays.