Lot
1212 P
Postal Card, 1885, 1¢ brown on buff, die proof, exceptionally detailed impression unlike any plate proof or regular issue, on high quality off white card with impression clearly showing through on reverse, Extremely Fine, believed to be one of only such recorded examples, the USPCC catalog only lists a UX9 die proof with manuscript "Specimen" in red, accompanied by card with manuscript "Respectfully submitted" at bottom with suggestion of change to the printed instruction line. USPCC No. S7P var.Scott No. UX8P Estimate $200 - 300.
Realized: $140