3c Plum, Type II (11A var). Positions 42-45R2, horizontal strip of four, intense color in the true Plum shade, full to large margins including portions of adjoining stamps at bottom, tied by light strikes of "New Orleans La. Mar. 7" (1857) circular datestamp on blue folded cover to New York City, docketing inside confirms the date

EXTREMELY FINE. THIS IS THE LARGEST RECORDED MULTIPLE OF THE 3-CENT 1851 PLUM SHADE. A SPECTACULAR COLOR RARITY IN EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION.

Dr. Chase stated that the Plum shade was produced in early 1857, shortly before the introduction of perforated stamps. This cover fits exactly into that time period. He also compared the shade to an intermediate shade of Scott 280 of the 1894 Issue. Some students believe that no more than 50 examples are known.

With 2003 P.F. certificate and with note of authentication on back by Dr. Amonette, who additionally states that it matches the Chase Color Chart "Medium Plum". Scott value as four off-cover singles is $8,800.00

Image Magnifier / Download

Power Search for Comparables