Lot 2103 P
1861, 3¢ scarlet, trial color proof on stamp paper, perf'd (formerly No. 74), no gum, rich brilliant color, F.-V.F., an attractive and sound example of this rare trial printing; with 2012 P.S.A.G. certificate.Scott No. 74TC6 $7,000 for o.g.
Realized: $2,000
Lot
2104 
1862, 5¢ red brown, used with 10¢ green (68) and 30¢ orange (71), each canceled by unusual five-ring targets, matching "Manchester Ms, Mar 17" cds on orange cover to Canton, China, red "Boston Br. Pkt. '40' Mar 18" credit exchange cds, red London Paid (3.30) transit cds and "1d" colonial credit handstamp, forwarded upon arrival to care of ship at Hong Kong, reverse with "Hong Kong, C, MY 20, 63" arrival cds; top edge flaws and no back flap, reduced slightly at left, 5¢ couple small tears and corner perf crease, F.-V.F. and scarce 1861 Issue three-color use to Canton, China. Scott No. 75 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
Realized: $650