STAMPS

proof

type proof

type, American Phototype Sample Invalid for Actual Use"

type, "Sample" at bottom

type trial color proof in red, unlisted in Turner, the sole other known copy is in the Eagle collection at the NPM

type trial color in green

type proof

type proof

type "Sample" in bands at L & R

type proof

type proof in black, 1 of 2 recorded. This is the first stamp issued after Lincoln's death. It was approved May 31, 1865, only 46 days after Lincoln was assassinated. A very important item for a Lincoln specialist.

type proof, cut to shape

type proof, ex-Antizzo

type proof

proof, ex-Deats and Joyce

proof, small margins around

proof VF, ex-Antizzo