Value of US Stamps Scott Catalogue 63: 1861 1c Benjamin Franklin National Bank Note. Page 14

1c Black, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (63TC1a). 57 x 56mm, off card, beautifully detailed impression and deep shade, inconsequential translucency in top left corner far from design, Very Fine, a rare large die trial color proof of the 1c, the proof offered in the previous lot and the ex Finkelburg and Lake Shore example are the only two we have sold that were die sunk, Scott Retail as die sunk

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1063

1c Black, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 63TC1a). Die sunk on 68 x 100mm card with full die sinkage, intense shade, minor toned spot on card, otherwise Very Fine, an extremely rare large die trial color proof of the 1c with full die sinkage, Don Evans notes in his book on the 1c Franklin that he has no records of a full large die trial color proof, we have sold only one other die sunk example, which was ex Finkelburg and Lake Shore, with 1999 P.F. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1062

1c Wyckoff Patent, Trial Color Plate Proof on Surface Starched Paper, Imperforate (Scott 63TC5). Eight singles, each a different color, incl. one with part imprint, large margins, bright colors, Very Fine and attractive group

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1107

1c Lowenberg, Wyckoff and Macdonough Patents, Trial Color Plate Proofs on Surface Coated Paper, Imperforate (63TC5). Group of eight blocks of four and two blocks of eight, range of colors incl. about half in Brown from both Wyckoff and Macdonough, one block in Green with full imprint at top, characteristic paper irregularities, overall Very Fine group, Scott Retail as singles

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1105

1c Dark Orange, Wyckoff Patent, Trial Color Plate Proof on Surface Coated Paper, Perforated (63TC6). Bottom imprint and plate no. 27 block of twelve, original gum, h.r. in top corners and selvage, other ten stamps Mint N.H., radiant color, perfs to touching on only one side on most with a few completely clear, fresh and Very Fine, a desirable plate block of this patent, Scott Catalogue states “perforated 1861 trial colors are valued with perfs cutting into design on two sides. Well centered examples are extremely scarce and sell for more”, Scott Retail as singles with no premium as a plate block $600.00

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1104

1c Rose Pink, Lowenberg Patent, Trial Color Plate Proof on Surface Starched Paper, Imperforate (Scott 63TC5). Bottom imprint and plate no. 27 block of twelve, large margins, bright color, characteristic paper irregularities, Very Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1103

1c Green, Lowenberg Patent, Trial Color Plate Proof on Surface Starched Paper, Imperforate (Scott 63TC5). Bottom imprint and plate no. 27 block of twelve, large margins all around, rich color, characteristic paper ridges, Very Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2012, Sale 1037, Lot 1102

1c Blue (Scott 63). Brilliant color on bright paper, gorgeous centering with unusually wide and balanced margins, neat strike of Philadelphia circular datestamp cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, a superb stamp in every respect, with 2007 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo, SMQ price $575.00 as 95, $1,700.00 as 98), only one has graded higher (at 98) and only one other shares this desirable grade, this statistic is the same as when we last offered this stamp in March 2008.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Nov 2012, Sale 1034, Lot 74

Scott #63, 1c Blue, excellent centering within large margins, lovely fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine and choice; 2008 PF certificate.

Spink Shreves Galleries, Nov 2012, Sale 141, Lot 43

1c Blue (Scott 63). Original gum, barely hinged, brilliant color, Very Fine, with copy of 1990 P.F. certificate for block of four

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1033, Lot 4040

1c Dark Blue (63b). Intense color and impression which is very distinct from the standard Blue shade, essentially perfect centering, lightly cancelled EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB EXAMPLE OF THE ONE-CENT 1861 ISSUE IN THE DARK BLUE COLOR. THIS IS ONE OF THE SCARCEST SHADES OF THE ONE-CENT. Don Evans notes in his book on the 1c 1861 Issue (p. 33) that the Dark Blue shade is very close to Indigo shade used for the “Premiere Gravure” (Scott No. 55) and in fact he believed that this should be the formal designated color name for this shade. With 1992 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $3,850.00). This is the highest grade awarded and no other examples have achieved this grade

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3106

1c Ultramarine (Scott 63a). Rich color on bright paper, well-balanced margins, neat strike of target cancel and also circular datestamp at bottom, tiny thin spot at top left not mentioned on accompanying certificate, Extremely Fine appearance, with 1972 P.F. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3104

1c 1861 Issue, Shade Study (Scott 63). Small shade study of four stamps, including Pale Blue, Deep Blue, Pale Milky Blue and Bright Blue, wonderful contrast in shades when shown side by side, three with nice margins and centering, last in at left, the Pale Milky Blue with small tear, otherwise Fine-Very Fine, each accompanied by one or two certificates, Pale Blue graded VF-XF 85

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3105

1c Blue (Scott 63). Perfect centering with wide margins, brilliant color on bright white paper, beautifully complemented by red New York Carrier datestamp cancel EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB EXAMPLE OF THE ONE-CENT 1861 ISSUE WITH A VIVID RED CARRIER CANCEL. THIS STAMP HAS BEEN GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E. THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED AND THE ONLY EXAMPLE TO ACHIEVE IT. This is an outstanding example of one of the most remarkable aspects of the Kirke collection — finding common stamps in the most uncommon condition and with beautiful cancels. With 2004 P.F. and 2005 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98, SMQ $1,700.00). This is the highest grade awarded and no other examples have achieved it

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3102

1c Bright Blue (Scott 63). Magnificently centered with beautiful color, neat grid cancel, full perforations, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.F. and 2009 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95, SMQ value $575.00 as the normal Blue)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2012, Sale 1032, Lot 3103