Cost of US Stamp Scott 65: 1861 3c George Washington National Bank Note. Page 3

3c Rose (Scott 65). Tied by bold strile of “V. A SPRAGUE P.M.” double-circle fancy cancel, corner of stamp also tied by matching “Corinna Me. Jul. 25” circular datestamp on cover to Rockland Maine, slightly reduced at right, stamp slight corner crease, Extremely Fine strike of this vanity fancy cancel

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jul 2015, Sale 1107, Lot 166

3c Rose (Scott 65). Wide margins but faulty top corners, cancelled by clear strike of Coin design fancy cancel, includes a central quartered pie shape surrounded by wreath and a shield at bottom, matching “Wilkinsonville Mass. Mar. 23” circular datestamp on cover to Providence R.I., some gum staining around stamp, missing backflap, otherwise Fine, an extremely unusual cancel which is unlisted in Skinner-Eno

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jul 2015, Sale 1107, Lot 169

3c Rose (Scott 65). Two covers, both stamps tied by fancy negative “N” of New Bern N.C., first with larger “N” in serrated square, on Internal Revenue official business cover to Washington D.C., “New Bern N.C. Apr. 24, 1866” double-circle datestamp, second smaller “N” in serrated circle on cover to Canton Conn. “New Berne N.C. Jun. 29” double-circle datestamp with the alternate town spelling, stamp on first cover with some irregular perfs, missing part of backflap, second cover slightly reduced at left, Very Fine strikes, a rare pair

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jul 2015, Sale 1107, Lot 168

Scott #65, 3c Brown red, a lovely mint single, exceptionally well centered within generous and remarkably well balanced margins, fresh bright color in this substantially scarcer shade, plus a proof like impression on white paper, o.g., very fine and handsome;2014 PSE certificate (VF 80; this shade not priced in SMQ).

Spink Shreves Galleries, Jul 2015, Sale 151, Lot 68

3c Rose (Scott 65). Tied by perfect strike of Fox Running to the Right fancy cancel, “Hockanum Con. Aug. 3” (circa 1866) circular datestamp on cover to Brooklyn N.Y., top left corner of cover clipped, minor edgewear VERY FINE STRIKE OF THE RARE HOCKANUM FOX FANCY CANCEL. FROM A NEWLY-DISCOVERED CORRESPONDENCE. A history of the fascinating Hockanum Running Fox cancel, written by Connecticut postal historian William J. Duffney, can be downloaded as a PDF file at http://ctpostalhistory.com/CtPP/Postal_Markings_files/Dudley%27sFoxStory2015LR.pdf . The Running Fox cancel was carved by postmaster Dudley Fox, who was also a silversmith, giving him the skills to carve an intricate fancy cancel. The author records seven covers and ten off-cover in total with four different border types. This cover and those in the three surrounding lots are from a new discovery and add four more covers to the known examples.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3087

3c Rose (Scott 65). Cancelled by perfect strike of Fox Running to the Right fancy cancel, “Hockanum Con. Aug. 24” (circa 1866) circular datestamp on cover to Brooklyn N.Y., barely reduced at left, minor edgewear, stain at top right affects stamp but we have no doubt this could be removed by a competent paper restorer VERY FINE STRIKE OF THE RARE HOCKANUM FOX FANCY CANCEL. FROM A NEWLY-DISCOVERED CORRESPONDENCE. A history of the fascinating Hockanum Running Fox cancel, written by Connecticut postal historian William J. Duffney, can be downloaded as a PDF file at http://ctpostalhistory.com/CtPP/Postal_Markings_files/Dudley%27sFoxStory2015LR.pdf . The Running Fox cancel was carved by postmaster Dudley Fox, who was also a silversmith, giving him the skills to carve an intricate fancy cancel. The author records seven covers and ten off-cover in total with four different border types. This cover and those in the three surrounding lots are from a new discovery and add four more covers to the known examples.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3088

3c Rose (Scott 65). S.e. at right, tied by perfect strike of Fox Running to the Left fancy cancel, “Hockanum Con. Aug. ?1” (circa 1866) circular datestamp on cover to Brooklyn N.Y., slightly reduced at right VERY FINE STRIKE OF THE RARE HOCKANUM FOX FANCY CANCEL. ONLY TWO OR THREE EXAMPLES OF THIS VERSION, WITH THE FOX FACING LEFT, ARE KNOWN EITHER ON OR OFF COVER. FROM A NEWLY-DISCOVERED CORRESPONDENCE. A history of the fascinating Hockanum Running Fox cancel, written by Connecticut postal historian William J. Duffney, can be downloaded as a PDF file at http://ctpostalhistory.com/CtPP/Postal_Markings_files/Dudley%27sFoxStory2015LR.pdf . The Running Fox cancel was carved by postmaster Dudley Fox, who was also a silversmith, giving him the skills to carve an intricate fancy cancel. The author records only one cover with the fox facing left (dated July 31), as well as six covers and ten off-cover of the fox facing right with four different border types. This cover and those in the three surrounding lots are from a new discovery and add four more covers to the known examples. Accompanied by three covers to the same recipient (one each from Hockanum, Hartford and Washington D.C.). Also accompanied by three covers from Brooklyn N.Y. to Hockanum, addressed to Samuel Goodsell or Miss Silena Stevens

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3085

3c Rose (Scott 65). Natural s.e. at left with part of guideline, cancelled by perfect strike of Fox Running to the Right fancy cancel, “Hockanum Con. Aug. 1” (circa 1866) circular datestamp on cover to Brooklyn N.Y., tiny part of bottom right corner of cover clipped, small filing hole at left, minor edgewear VERY FINE STRIKE OF THE RARE HOCKANUM FOX FANCY CANCEL. FROM A NEWLY-DISCOVERED CORRESPONDENCE. A history of the fascinating Hockanum Running Fox cancel, written by Connecticut postal historian William J. Duffney, can be downloaded as a PDF file at http://ctpostalhistory.com/CtPP/Postal_Markings_files/Dudley%27sFoxStory2015LR.pdf . The Running Fox cancel was carved by postmaster Dudley Fox, who was also a silversmith, giving him the skills to carve an intricate fancy cancel. The author records seven covers and ten off-cover in total with four different border types. This cover and those in the three surrounding lots are from a new discovery and add four more covers to the known examples.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3086

3c Rose (Scott 65). Socked-on-the-nose cogwheel cancel, matching “San Francisco Cal. Jan. 28, 1864” double-circle datestamp on cover to Virden Ill. originating in mining camp in British Columbia with British Columbia & Vancouver Island, 1860, 2-1/2p Dull Rose (2) tied by “Paid” oval handstamp, struck again to the left, pencil note indicates letter was dated Dec. 6, 1863 (no longer present), red crayon “10” representing U.S. postage paid at origin but overpaid since the rate was lowered to 3c in July 1863 (U.S. 3c stamp applied by GPO in British Columbia correctly prepays rate), “General Post Office, British Columbia, 20 Jan. 1864” double-circle datestamp on back, certificate notes 2-1/2p has small toned spot and small vertical crease at bottom, as well as light cover soiling VERY FINE. AN ATTRACTIVE AND EXTREMELY RARE UNITED STATES AND BRITISH COLUMBIA & VANCOUVER ISLAND MIXED FRANKING. Ex Wilkinson, Walske and “New Helvetia”. With 2004 P.F. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3076

3c Rose (Scott 65). Horizontal strip of five, deep rich color, tied by cogwheel cancels, “San Francisco Cal. Mar. 10, 1863” double-circle datestamp on lavender cover from British Columbia to Bowmanville, Canada West, with British Columbia & Vancouver Island, 1860, 2-1/2p Dull Rose (2), wing margin at right, cancelled by Westminster “1” in barred oval handstamp (tied by cogwheel), “Paid” in oval handstamp, red crayon “15” indicating 15c U.S. postage prepaid at origin, “General Post Office, British Columbia, Mar. 4, 1863” and Bowmanville Apr. 6 datestamps on back, 3c stamps small tears at top and one affected from placement at edge of cover, 2-1/2p stamp nicked at bottom and small faults VERY FINE APPEARANCE. A RARE MIXED FRANKING OF UNITED STATES AND BRITISH COLUMBIA & VANCOUVER ISLAND STAMPS ON A COVER ORIGINATING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA AND SENT TO CANADA VIA SAN FRANCISCO, PANAMA AND NEW YORK. The 2-1/2p stamp paid the British Colonial postage, and the red crayon “15” indicated that U.S. postage was fully paid. The 3c 1861 stamps were affixed in Victoria, and the cover was carried to San Francisco on the PMSS Pacific. After cancelling the U.S. stamps, the San Francisco post office bagged the cover for transport to New York via Panama. It reached its final destination in Canada on April 6. Ex Wellburn, Mitchell, Wilkinson, Walske and “New Helvetia”

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1106, Lot 3077

3c Rose (Scott 65). Original gum, faintly hinged (actually just a fingerprint), fresh color, Very Fine and choice, with1994 P.F. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2015, Sale 1100, Lot 10

Scott 65P1S, 1861 3c Rose, Large die proof on india, Black ‘SPECIMEN’ overprint, green “SPECIMEN / POSTAGE STAMP / FROM THE / NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY / NO. 1 WALL STREET / NEW YORK” imprint on full card, a little light soiling on reverse and slightly reduced, otherwise Very Fine, Very Rare

H.R. Harmer, Jun 2015, Sale 3007, Lot 3017

1861, 3¢ rose (Scott 65), elaborate Shield in Circle fancy cancel, almost complete bold strike, unlisted, a real beauty, Very Fine. Estimate value $150 – 200.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, May 2015, Sale 669, Lot 2500

1861, 3¢ rose, impressive offset (Scott 65 variety), light black target cancellation, remarkable example featuring a dynamite offset on back showing reversed impression of the design, an interesting variety, Very Good to Fine, 2015 P.S.E. certificate. Scott $3 for normal stamp. Estimate $100 – 150. (Image)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, May 2015, Sale 669, Lot 2501

1861, 3¢ rose on laid paper (Scott 65b), neat target cancel; minute pinhole, fresh, Fine to Very Fine appearance, 2015 PSE certificate. Scott $1,250. Estimate value $250 – 350.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, May 2015, Sale 669, Lot 2502