Sale 351
The Michael Bakwin Collection of Used United States 1847-1947
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Lot 130 |
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1875, 2¢ vermilion, imperforate (178var), top margin horizontal pair with part imprint, rich color, clear to large margins. Each stamp with 5 point star cancel. Light creases. Choice Very Fine appearance.
Estimate 1,500 - 2,000
THE ONLY PAIR CERTIFIED AS USED BY THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION.
Expertization: 1994 P.F. Certificate as 178a.
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Lot 131 |
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1875, 2¢ vermilion, grilled (178c), characteristic bold grill, centered to top, rich color. Split cork and town cancels. Fine.
Scott $2,750
THE ONLY USED 2¢ VERMILION CONTINENTAL GRILL TO BE CERTIFIED BY THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION. THE CATALOGUE VALUE WOULD APPEAR TO BE DATED.
Expertization: 1979 P.F. Certificate.
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