Lot 1436 P
1870, 1¢-90¢ Banknote issue, small die proofs. On full size original Roosevelt page with "1870" inscription, 15¢ with light toning, F.-V.F., one of few surviving complete pages.Scott No. 145P2//166P2 $2,025.
Realized: $2,400
Lot 1437 E
1871, 7¢ Stanton essay. Vignette and value tablet, in black on india, die sunk on full card, small tone spot, otherwise Very Fine, very scarce.Scott No. 149-E5 $1,000.
Realized: $2,400
Lot 1438
1871, 7¢ vermilion. Disturbed o.g., F.-V.F.Scott No. 149 $1,100.
Realized: $145
Lot 1439 o
1871, 7¢ vermilion. fancy shield and red transit cancels, well centered, deep color, Very Fine.Scott No. 149 $95.
Realized: $48
Lot 1440 E
1870, 12¢ Washington essay. Engraved vignette mounted on pencil drawn frame and "New border for Clay 12¢ at top", Very Fine, the unique Scott listed example of this pre-engraving essay.Scott No. 151-E8 Estimate $3,500 - 5,000.
Realized: $3,000
Lot 1441
1870, 12¢ dull violet. Slightly disturbed o.g., strong color, Fine.Scott No. 151 $2,500.
Realized: $750
Lot 1442 o
1870, 12¢ dull violet. Quarter cork cancel, large margins, bold color, Very Fine.Scott No. 151 $200.
Realized: $140
Lot 1443
1870, 15¢ bright orange. O.g., lightly hinged, bright color, F.-V.F.; with 2002 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 152 $2,750.
Realized: $1,100
Lot 1444 o
1870, 15¢ bright orange. Cork cancel, bright color, F.-V.F.Scott No. 152 $200.
Realized: $100
Lot 1445
1870, 24¢ purple. O.g., fairly light hinging, beautifully centered amid nicely balanced margins, rich color and strong impression, fresh, Extremely Fine and choice, a very difficult stamp in such premium condition; with 2001 P.S.E. certificate.Scott No. 153 $1,900.
Realized: $3,250