Lot 176 E
1861, 1¢ Franklin essay, by Toppan, Carpenter & Co., in blue, die on old proof paper (60x63mm), engraved vignette, labels plus side ornaments, with additional pencil numerals in corners with different ornaments (similar to the unique 63-E5 and 63-E7 essays), bright and fresh, Very Fine; with 1986 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 63-E5 var. Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
A UNIQUE PROGRESSIVE ESSAY OF THE UNADOPTED 1861 1¢ FRANKLIN DESIGN IN BLUE.
Six unique progressive essays exist of this unadopted 1861 design. Two examples are in black (one offered here) and four in blue. However the 63-E6 is incorrectly listed in Scott as a die proof on old paper. Instead, this essay is composed of 1857 1¢ issue cut down and backed on cardboard with similar pencil numerals in corners.
Realized: $2,300