Lot 85 o
Documentary, 1871-72 Third Issue, 2¢ Orange & Black, Center Inverted, neat Dec 31, 1872 manuscript cancel, uncommonly rich colors, large margins, Extremely Fine and choice.Scott No. R135b $600.
Realized: $575
Lot 86 o
Documentary, 1871-72 Third Issue, 30¢ Orange & Black, Center Inverted, herringbone cut cancel, choice centering amid nicely balanced margins, strong bright color, light diagonal crease at top left and a couple tiny pinhole not detracting, Very Fine and choice appearance, an attractive example of this scarce third issue inverted center; with 1984 P.F. certificate.Scott No. R140a $2,750.
Realized: $1,250
Lot 87 o
Documentary, 1871-72 Third Issue, $10 Green & Black, light June 10, 1872 manuscript cancel, rich vibrant color on fresh bright paper, precision centering and beautifully balanced margins, Superb, a outstanding gem $10 Third Issue revenue issue.Scott No. R149 $350.
Realized: $625
Lot 88 o
Documentary, 1871-72 Third Issue, $20 Orange & Black, neat manuscript cancel, strong bright color, well centered amid nicely balanced margins, Extremely Fine, a choice $20 Third Issue high value; with 2012 P.F. certificate.Scott No. R150 $750.
Realized: $1,500