Lot 73 E
1851, 3¢ Washington essay, by Toppan, Carpenter, Casilear & Co., in black, 2 different designs in pair, die on India, mounted on card (73x52mm), some vertical creasing India affecting right design, otherwise Fine, ex Beals. Brazer No. 33E-Q.Scott No. 11-E19 $6,000.
ONE OF THE RAREST AND MOST IMPORTANT WORKING ESSAYS OF THE 1851 3¢ ISSUE WITH ONLY A FEW KNOWN TO EXIST.
Realized: $10,500