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, Cancellations: "Paid", "Way", Numerals (Scott 1)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
77
5c Red Brown (1). Large to full margins, worn-plate impression, clear strikes of red New York City circular datestamp and matching "PAID" in arc handstamp, Very Fine and choice, the ubiquitous "Paid" arc of the pre-1847 era is actually quite scarce on the 1847 Issue, this combination with the town circular datestamp on one stamp is extremely unusual, with 1995 P.F. certificate
E. 1,000-1,500
800