Lot 181
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1861, 3¢ rose, plate proof on card overprinted Specimen (65P4 var.), light blue "Specimen" handstamp similar to previous but a slightly smaller size (Plett type 3, not noted by Brazer as a separate type), bright and fresh with huge margins, Extremely Fine and choice. Estimate $500 - 750
NO EXAMPLE OF THE TYPE 3 OVERPRINT IS NOTED BY PLETT IN HIS CENSUS.
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Realized $650 |