#R31c, 6c Proprietary, attractive appearing example of this very scarce revenue, bright color and appears unused but being without gum and slight soiling it was undoubtedly used even though it has no apparent cancel, expertly reperforated at bottom, fine appearance and a very presentable example of this elusive stamp as virtually all known examples have faults of various degrees. (Image)

CV. $2,000.00

#R155A, 2c Pink, Ty. IV with "I.R." overprint, fine single tied by manuscript "FATS/7/1/98" first day of issue manuscript cancel to check also dated on 1st July, 1898, three light vertical pocket folds, otherwise very fine. (Image)

Est. $150-200

6c Helmbold's Preparations die essays on card, of an unissued horizontal design, the basic elements of the design are present but the engraving does not look to be filled in with the intended shading, five different colors including two shades of green, each on card measuring 30mmx90mm, trace of wear at the corners, very fine; this design was never issued nor is it listed in Scott. (Image)

Est. $200-300