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From The Flagship Series - Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions, LLC - March 11-13, 2024

Lot 578 - Airmail Semi-Official, 1877, 5¢ Buffalo Balloon (Scott CL1), Schoendorf Type II, o.g., barest trace of hinge, a high-flyer with bold color and clean printing; paper fresh with huge, balanced margins, Extremely Fine to Superb, unpriced in SMQ, only 300 printed and 23 actually used, with 2017 P.F. certificate graded XF-SUP 95.
SMQ XF-SUP 95.

Designed by John F. B. Lillard, a Nashville reporter, engraved by John H. Snively, and printed by Wheeler Brothers Printers, the Buffalo Balloon stamps were intended for use on a balloon flight from Nashville to Gallatin, which took place on June 18, 1877. Many existing unused stamps show signs of having been exposed to moisture around the time they were produced, leading to the no gum, disturbed gum or thinned examples often encountered.

This lightly hinged, full original gum stamp is a true condition rarity.

Scott $7,500
Estimate $15,000-20,000....
Scott $7,500
Estimate $15,000-20, Sold for US$ 24,000

Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions, LLC Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions, America's Oldest Auction Company