Sale 929 — The Alan Geisler Collection of U.S. and Possessions Stamps
Sale Date — Monday, 26 February, 2007
Category — 1875 Continental Bank Note Co. Special Printings
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Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
184
12c Dark Violet, Special Printing (173). Without gum as issued, scissors-separated as usual but with perforations intact all around, deep rich color, choice centeringEXTREMELY FINE EXAMPLE OF THE 1875 12-CENT CONTINENTAL BANK NOTE COMPANY SPECIAL PRINTING.
Our recent review of copies certified by the Philatelic Foundation found approximately 60 examples of Scott 173.
With 1952 and 1992 P.F. certificates
6,500
4,500