Lot
1543 
3¢ Rose, Type I, Position 87R8, perfs in at top, tied by "Richmond Va. Jul. 24, 1857" cds on cover to Raccoon Ford Va., original enclosure, slightly reduced at bottom, Fine. Scott No. 25 Estimate $300 - 400.
This is the earliest reported use of a perforated stamp from Plate 8.
Realized: $425