Lot 1726 E
Moore, Dr. C.C., 1¢ Model Essay, black A.B.N.Co. pen and ink model essay on card (97x68mm), with vignette and signature legend from 2¢ die affixed, manuscript Approved, July 25, 1879 approval and "Green B. Raum, Commissioner" signature of Commissioner of Internal Revenue, Very Fine, ex-A.B.N.Co. Archives.Scott No. RS183E Estimate $1,500 - 2,000.
THE UNIQUE APPROVAL MODEL ESSAY FOR THE DR. C.C. MOORE 1¢ MEDICINE ISSUE.
Realized: $2,500
Lot 1727 P
Moore, Dr. C.C., 2¢ green, trial color large die proof, on India die sunk on card (115x74mm), with N.B.N.Co. imprint at bottom, fresh and Very Fine, ex-Joyce.Scott No. RS184TC1 $225.
Realized: $130
Lot 1728
Moore, Dr. C.C., 2¢ black, watermarked USIR, top margin plate "No. 54" block of 12 with obliterated N.B.N.Co. imprint, o.g., never hinged, rich color, Very Fine, a wonderful exhibition multiple, ex-Joyce (taken from an irregular block of 46).Scott No. RS184d Estimate $500 - 750.