Lot 1646 P
Howe, S.D., 4¢ black, large die proof, approval proof on India, cut-to-shape and mounted on card (94x75mm), with manuscript "Approved, July 14, 1873" approval date and "Office of Internal Revenue, B.J. Sweet, Acting Commissioner" signature of Commissioner of Internal Revenue, with blue "Jos. R. Carpenter, Philadelphia, Pa., Jul 23, 1873" cds, Very Fine, a unique approval proof, ex-Joyce.Scott No. RS134P1 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
Realized: $1,800