Sale 1255 — The David W. Gorham Collection of Outstanding Used U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Friday, 17-20 May, 2022
Category — 5c 1847 Issue, Early Impressions (Scott 1)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
23
5c Blackish Brown (1a var). Extremely deep and dark color from an early impression, which is closer in appearance to the 10c Black 1847 Issue than the usual Red Brown of the 5c, large margins all around, nicely complemented by red grid cancelEXTREMELY FINE EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT 1847 ISSUE IN THE DISTINCTIVE BLACKISH BROWN SHADE. A BEAUTIFUL STAMP IN EVERY RESPECT.
With 2002 P.F. certificate. Scott value $1,500.00
E. 1,000-1,500
5,250