United States 1851 Issue, 3c Washington essay, by Toppan, Carpenter, Casilear & Co., in black. Die on India, mounted on thick card (49x45mm), similar to issued design except lathework impinges on colorless oval, clear die layout lines, Extremely Fine and choice. Brazer No. 33E-T. Scott No. 11-E22; $5,000. THE FINER OF TWO KNOWN EXAMPLES OF THIS 3c TOPPAN, CARPENTER, CASILEAR & CO. ESSAY SHOWING THE DIE LAYOUT LINES. One other example of this rare essay in black is known which shows the die layout lines burnished away. Lot condition * Dealer Rumsey Auctions Auction Opening Bid: 1700.00 US$ (via Philasearch.com: Schuyler Rumsey 54th Auction - item 39-A54-74)
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