Lot 300 P
1861, 12¢ black, First Design, large die proof on India paper, on card (72 x 85mm) showing virtually complete die sink, showing light layout lines at top corners of design, "444" & "National Bank Note Co. N.Y." imprints below, couple trivial spots, still Very Fine, a very rare large die proof of the 12¢ First Design, ex-Finkelburg & "Lake Shore".Scott No. 59P1 $2,500.
Realized: $400