1870 Issue (Continental Bank Note Co.)
| Lot |
Sym. |
Lot Description |
|
| 1216 |
E |
 Continental Bank Note Co., 1c
Black, Large Die Essay on Proof Paper (145-E1 var). Paper with sight
pinkish tinge, 21 x 24mm, differing from listed essay in that value tablets
and frame are blank, internal tears and paper flaws, otherwise Fine, rare,
this is believed to be unique and should be given its own catalogue listing
(Image) |
E. 1,000-1,500 |
| 1217 |
E |
 Continental Bank Note Co., 1c
Green, Large Die Essay on India (145-E1a). 52 x 53mm, deep rich color,
fresh and Very Fine (Image) |
1,500.00 |
| 1218 |
E |
 Continental Bank Note Co., 1c
Black, Large Die Essay on Proof Paper (145-E1b). Stamp size, essay with
slight pinkish tinge, traces of what may be gum on back, Very Fine example
of this rare essay (Image) |
E. 1,000-1,500 |
| 1219 |
E |
 Continental Bank Note Co., 2c
Scarlet, Large Die Essay on India (146-E1). Cut close as always, crisp
impression, traces of what may be gum on back, Very Fine and choice example
of this rare and attractive essay (Image) |
1,500.00 |
| 1220 |
E |
 Continental Bank Note Co., 3c
Black, Large Die Essay on Proof Paper (147-E1). Cut close as always,
quite defective with significant tear at right, otherwise Fine example of
this rare essay (Image) |
1,500.00 |