Lot 213 P
1863, 2¢ black, Die II, "Roosevelt" Small Die Proof, on white wove mounted on original gray card, rich color, fresh and pristine, Extremely Fine and choice, only 85 were produced & one of the few still on original gray card from the Roosevelt albums.Scott No. 73aP2 $1,350.
Realized: $350
Lot 214 P
1863, 2¢ black, Die II, Plate Proof on Card, complete set of the 5 1879-94 printings plus the 1881 Atlanta proof in black, ample to mostly large margins throughout, a Very Fine set.Scott No. 73aP4 Estimate $300 - 400.
Realized: $260
Lot 215 P
1863, 2¢ black, Die II, Plate Proof on India, right margin block of 4 with part imprint, ample to large margins, bright and fresh, some shallow thinning mostly in margins, otherwise Very Fine.Scott No. 73aP3 $550+.
Realized: $300
Lot 216 S
1863, 2¢ black, Overprinted "Specimen", in vermilion, block of 4 from top of sheet showing strong layout marks and lines at top, disturbed o.g., centered to bottom, rich color and sharp detailed impression, fresh and Fine.Scott No. 73SB $1,100.
Realized: $700