#1a, 1863 6k Light blue on thin paper, first printing, vertical strip of four representing the complete sheet as issued, good margins, clear in lower left corner, possessing full original gum, few tone spots on back, this being an insignificant defect which plague this issue, in this case being small, slight and barely apparent on front, couple of small tears in margin of no importance, in above average state of preservation, very fine and rare. (Image)

Est. $750-1,000

#1c, 1866 6k Dark blue on chalky paper, third printing, complete sheet of four, distinctly clear shade and impression, large even margins all around, original gum, very fine and scarce; signed Bloch. (Image)

Est. $500-750