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Scott No. 137E |
1870, 6¢ carmine, 11x14 point essay grill (137E), points up, without gum, a strongly
impressed grill that is quite distinctive; pulled perf, reperforated at bottom, otherwise Fine. Estimate $1,500 - 2,000
THE ONLY RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THIS ESSAY GRILL.
Expertization: with P.F. Certificate.
Provenance: Earl of Crawford, Finkleburg.
This is believed to have originated from from Charles F. Steele, who was the inventor and patent holder for the grilling device. (Image) |
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