Lot 1663 P
1893, Columbian, 5¢ sepia, trial color large die proof on India, 98x83mm card showing full die sinkage, rich color, no die number, Extremely Fine and choice.Scott No. 234TC1a $850.
This trial color proof of the completed die prior to hardening to check the design. The die number (C-265) and American Bank Note Co. imprint were later added below design and the die hardened.
Realized: $425