Lot 280
E
1870, 6¢ carmine, 11 x 14 point essay grill (137E), 11 x 14 "points up" grill essay, without gum, a strongly impressed grill that is quite distinctive. Pulled perf at right and reperforated at bottom. Otherwise Fine.
Estimate 1,000 - 1,500
THE ONLY RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THIS ESSAY GRILL.
Expertization: with 2011 P.F. certificate.
Provenance: Earl of Crawford, Finkleburg
This is believed to have originated from Charles F. Steele, who was the inventor and patent holder for the grilling device.
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| Realized $1,500 |
