US Stamps Value Scott 148: 1870 6c Abraham Lincoln Bank Note Without Grill. Page 3

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Radiant color, neat strike of “Hiogo, Japan” circular handstamp, Very Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1722

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Original gum, lightly hinged, brilliant color on crisp paper, Very Fine and choice, with 2012 P.S.E. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1721

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Brilliant color, wonderful centering with Jumbo margins, neat strike of New York Foreign Mail Star cancel and trace of red transit cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo, SMQ $340.00 as 95, $1,000.00 as 98), only one has graded higher (100J, offered in our Kirke sale) and one other shares this grade

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Nov 2012, Sale 1034, Lot 152

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Original gum, h.r., intense shade and impression, reperfed at right (not mentioned on accompanying certificates), Very Fine appearance, with 1992 P.F. and 1993 P.S.E. certificates

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1033, Lot 4084

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Jumbo margins and perfect centering, bright color on fresh paper, light strike of cork cancel leaves design completely visible EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SPECTACULAR USED EXAMPLE OF THE 6-CENT 1870 NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE WHICH HAS ACHIEVED THE ULTIMATE GRADE OF GEM 100 JUMBO FROM P.S.E. With 2010 P.F. and 2004 P.S.E. certificates (Gem 100 Jumbo, unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,000.00 as 98). This is the only example to achieve this perfect grade. The next highest used example in the P.S.E. Population Report is a 95J.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3235

6c Carmine, Double Impression (148b). Clear and dramatic doubling of the entire design, cancelled by bold strike of quartered cork, matching “Stonington Ct. Feb. 15” double-circle datestamp on cover to Knowlsey, England, red Feb. 16 New York exchange office circular datestamp ties stamp, 1871 receiving backstamp, stamp with perf faults at upper right and small piece out at lower right, cover with edge flaws FINE APPEARANCE. THIS IS THE ONLY EXAMPLE OF THE 6-CENT NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY DOUBLE IMPRESSION CERTIFIED AS GENUINE BY THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION. IT IS ALSO THE EARLIEST RECORDED USE. Our list of double impressions is included as an appendix to this catalogue. Most double impressions occur when the first impression is made and found to be inadequate. The paper is then put in the press a second time, when it receives the heavier impression. It is a common misconception that the weaker impression is the second one. Our census of potential examples of Scott 148b is available at our website at http://siegelauctions.com/dynamic/census/148b/148b.pdf and is also illustrated below. Of the three potential genuine examples, one received a certificate from the P.F. as a kiss print and a certificate from P.S.E. as a double impression. We have examined that stamp, and the engraving lines are of sufficient detail that we consider it to be a double impression. The third is a cover from the same correspondence as the one offered here, sent on Feb. 20, 1871, but it has not been seen since 1978. Therefore, there could be three copies of this rarity, of which only one has been conclusively certified as genuine. With 2011 P.F. certificate. Scott Catalogue value is based on the sale price of the cover offered here.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2012, Sale 1027, Lot 55

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Deep rich color and proof-like impression on bright paper, well-proportioned margins for this surprisingly difficult issue, unobtrusive cork cancel leaves design clearly visible, Extremely Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2012, Sale 1027, Lot 56

1870, 6¢ carmine (148), beautifully centered and remarkably fresh with lovely color and full original gum, Extremely Fine and choice. One of only two at this grade with just one graded higher—a 98. SMQ $3,250. Scott $1,000 A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL MINT 6¢ NATIONAL WITH GREAT EYE APPEAL; EASILY AMONG THE FINEST EXAMPLES AVAILABLE. Expertization: 2002 PF and 2005 PSE Certificates, the latter graded XF 90.

Matthew Bennett International, Sep 2012, Sale 345, Lot 188

1870, 6¢ carmine (Scott 148), outstanding bottom sheet margin single with part imprint, spectacular rich color, simply gorgeous, o.g., lightly hinged, Very Fine, 2002 P.F. certificate. Scott $1,000. Estimate value $750 – 1,000. (Image 1)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jun 2012, Sale 630, Lot 1372

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Block of four, original gum, h.r., rich color and proof-like impression, right stamps diagonal crease, Very Fine-Extremely Fine appearance, the largest recorded unused multiple is a block of six (two known)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Mar 2012, Sale 1021, Lot 353

o 1870, 6¢ carmine (148), choice centering with beautifully balanced margins, vibrant color and an unusual capital “D” cancel, Extremely Fine with fabulous eye appeal. Scott $35 Expertization: 1992 PF Certificate.

Matthew Bennett International, Mar 2012, Sale 344, Lot 4363

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Original gum, radiant color, Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine, with 2011 P.S.E. certificate (OGh, VF-XF 85 Jumbo, SMQ price $1,825.00 as 85, $3,250.00 as 90)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Mar 2012, Sale 1019, Lot 506

1870, 6¢ carmine (Scott 148), block of 18, tied by red grids and matching red “Jackson Mo. Jul 11” cds on piece, some light cancel oxidization, one stamp with tear; still Very Fine and quite striking. Estimate $1,000 – 1,500 Provenance: Landau.

Matthew Bennett International, Feb 2012, Sale 340, Lot 265

o 1870, 6¢ carmine (148), nearly perfectly centered and exceptionally fresh with brilliant color contrasted beautifully by a bright blue partial Savannah Ga. c.d.s. overstruck with a matching fancy geometric cork cancel, Extremely Fine and quite spectacular. Scott price $37 Expertization: 2008 PF Certificate for a pair.

Matthew Bennett International, Feb 2012, Sale 340, Lot 264

6c Carmine (Scott 148). Original gum, lightly hinged, bright color, wide margins EXTREMELY FINE. THE 6-CENT 1870 NATIONAL BANK NOTE ISSUE IS EXTREMELY RARE IN THIS CHOICE ORIGINAL-GUM CONDITION. Unlike its counterparts in the Continental and American Bank Note Company issues, the 6c National is rarely found in choice grades with original gum. With 2005 and 2008 P.F. certificates

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2011, Sale 1011, Lot 533