Lot 1711 E
1861, 12¢ Washington essay, by Toppan, Carpenter & Co., in black. Complete design, die on India, cut to shape as always, Very Fine.Scott No. 69-E4b $500.
Realized: $125
Lot 1712 E
1861, 12¢ N.B.N.C. "Premiere Gravure" essay, in scarlet. Vignette only, die on ivory paper, couple carbon specks, Very Fine.Scott No. 69-E5b $500.
Realized: $95
Lot 1713 E
1861, 12¢ N.B.N.C. "Premiere Gravure" essay, in black. Formerly #59P2, complete design, small die on white wove, mounted on grey card, Extremely Fine and choice.Scott No. 69-E6b $450.
Realized: $200
Lot 1714 ()
1861, 12¢ black. Without gum, very well centered amid nicely balanced margins, fresh and bright with bold color, Extremely Fine, an attractive mint stamp; with 1994 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 69 $875 for no gum.
Realized: $625
Lot 1715 ()
1861, 12¢ black. No gum, well centered, fresh and Very Fine, with 1984 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 69 $875.
Realized: $375