Sale 1251 — The John B. Field Collection of Superb United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 2-3 March, 2022
Category — U.S. Possessions
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Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
1705
CANAL ZONE, 1925, 2c Carmine, "Canal" Only Ovpt. (84a). With top selvage, original gum, lightly hinged, rich color, choice centeringEXTREMELY FINE. A RARE EXAMPLE OF THE "CANAL" ONLY VARIETY. ONLY 20 WERE PRINTED.
This variety was created when the sheet was shifted downwards during overprinting. 180 stamps bear the "Zone Canal" variety. Only 20 were printed with "Canal" only. It is believed the bottom panes were destroyed.
Ex "Laila". With 1993 and 2006 P.F. certificates, the former as a pair with Scott No. 84b.
2,250
2,200