New Haven, Ct., 1874 reprint, 5¢ carmine. signed E.A. Mitchell in black, cut square, large margins, Very Fine and choice, a very rare second reprint signed with black pen (only a few signed as such from the 30 examples produced). Scott No. 8XU4 var.; $1,200. Schuyler J. Rumsey Philatelic Auctions, Apr 2015, Sale 60, Lot 1878 |
US$850.00 | |
New Haven, Ct., 1845 (1872 Seebeck reprint), 5¢ carmine (Scott 8XU4 var.), cut square, handsome example of this desirable 1872 reprint made for N.F. Seebeck, featuring gorgeous rich color, few are known to exist of this often misidentified New Haven reprint; couple small thin spots, otherwise Extremely Fine. Scott $400. Estimate price $300 – 400. Daniel Kelleher Auctions, May 2014, Sale 652, Lot 25 |
US$350.00 | |