Lot 1245 P
1861-66, 5¢//90¢, large die proofs on India paper, die sunk on card, 4 different (Scott 69P1, 71P1, 72P1, 76P1), all with full die sinkage (sizes vary), 5¢ & 12¢ with N.B.N.Co. imprint, same two with a bit of very minor toning, otherwise Very Fine.Scott Nos. 69P1//76P1 $2,400.
Realized: $900
Lot 1246 P
1863, 2¢ Black Jack, trial color plate proofs on India paper, 6 different colors; dull chalky blue, blue green, vermilion, scarlet, dull red, and gray black, ample to mostly large margins, with tiny thins in blue green, vermilion & dull rose, otherwise Very Fine.Scott Nos. 73TC3b, e-h, j $1,900.
Realized: $500
Lot 1247 P
1863, 2¢ Black Jack, trial color plate proofs on India paper, 6 different colors; dull chalky blue, green, vermilion, scarlet, dull rose and gray black, large margins, strong bright colors, Very Fine.Scott Nos. 73TC3b//j $1,500.
Realized: $450
Lot 1248 P
1861, 3¢ scarlet, "Roosevelt" trial color small die proof on white wove paper, on original gray card, Very Fine.Scott Nos. 74TC2 $375.
Realized: $240
Lot 1249 P
1861, 3¢ scarlet, trial color plate proof on India paper, block of 4, ample to large margins, rich brilliant color, Very Fine and attractive.Scott Nos. 74TC3 $725.
Realized: $240