15c John Paul Jones, Perf 12 (1789B). Mint N.H. bottom right corner "Use Correct Zip Code" block of four, fresh colors and well-centered

VERY FINE. AN EXTREMELY RARE MINT NEVER-HINGED "ZIP" BLOCK OF THE PERF 12 JOHN PAUL JONES ISSUE. THIS IS THE FIRST WE HAVE OFFERED AT AUCTION IN MORE THAN 30 YEARS.

This issue was printed by the American Bank Note Company and perforated in three different formats: Perf 11 x 12 (Scott 1789), Perf 11 All Around (Scott 1789A) and Perf 12 All Around (Scott 1789B). It is believed that the USPS was unaware that there were different perforations. The Perf 12 All Around is by far the rarest. We have not offered any type of multiple since keeping computerized records in 1993.

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