Sale No: 752
Lot No:2015
Symbol:Cat No:236 var.

1893, Columbian, 8¢ magenta, faint right-reading impression on reverse (Scott 236 var), strong and dramatic stamp offset on reverse in each corner, o.g., never hinged, Very Fine to Extremely Fine, One of the nicest examples available of this intriguing variety which has since been de-listed as "printed on both sides", with 2010 P.S.E. certificate graded VF-XF 85J.
SMQ VF-XF 85J; $275 as normal item. Suggested Bid $300-400 (Image)

Suggested Bid $300-400

Sale No: 752
Lot No:2016
Symbol:Cat No:236 var.

1893, Columbian, 8¢ magenta, faint right-reading impression on reverse (Scott 236 var), right margin horizontal strip of 4, o.g., rarely seen multiple of this old-time variety, the printing on reverse inverted to that on the front; clearly right-reading, with much of the wording and frame elements recognizable; fresh and clean, with intact perforations; evidence of mount or hinges, Fine to Very Fine. Suggested Bid $750-1,000 (Image)

Suggested Bid $750-1,000

1893, Columbian, $2 brown red (Scott 242), pre-printing paper fold, bold pre-print paper folds, duplex cancel, Fine to Very Fine.
Scott $525
Suggested Bid $300-400 (Image)

Scott $525
Suggested Bid $300-400