Sale 1255 — The David W. Gorham Collection of Outstanding Used U.S. Stamps

Sale Date — Tuesday-Friday, 17-20 May, 2022

Lot

Symbol

Photo/Description

Cat./Est. Value

Realized

857

12c Blackish Violet (162). Choice centering and margins, brilliant color on bright paper complemented by purple cork cancel

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A BEAUTIFUL USED EXAMPLE OF THE 12-CENT CONTINENTAL BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE CANCELLED IN PURPLE.

With 1997 and 2008 P.F. certificates. Scott assigns a $500.00 premium for a purple cancel.

635

1,200