1857, 12¢ black, plate I. Tied by light 1858 New Orleans, La. cds's on 3¢ Nesbitt entire to Loire, France, red New York exchange and ultramarine French entry, transit and receiving backstamps, Very Fine. Scott No. 36+U10  Estimate $75 - 100. $0 (Image)

1857, 12¢ black, plate I. Town cancel, nicely centered, strong shade, Very Fine; with 2004 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 36  $350. $0 (Image)

1857, 12¢ black, plate I. Block of 4, town and red numeral "9" cancels, large margins and rich shade, an attractive Fine block, very scarce. Scott No. 36  $2,500. $0 (Image)