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90c Purple (218). Block of 40, bold strikes of "Boston Mass." oval registry cancels, bright color, some flaws incl. sealed tears, perf separations and creases FINE. AN IMPRESSIVE LARGE MULTIPLE
OF THE 90-CENT 1888 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE. THIS IS THE LARGEST RECORDED USED MULTIPLE, ACCORDING TO LINN'S U.S. STAMP FACTS. This block represents $36 worth of postage. Using an inflation calculator, this works out to the
equivalent of $852 in today's money. Scott Retail as eight blocks of four and four pairs (Image) Search for comparables at SiegelAuctions.com |
13,900.00
SOLD for $3,750.00
Will close during Public Auction |