Sale 1188 — United States Stamp Treasures: The William H. Gross Collection

Sale Date — Wednesday, 3 October, 2018

Lot

Symbol

Photo/Description

Cat./Est. Value

Realized

68°

Eagle & Shield of Waterbury, Connecticut

DESCRIPTION

Eagle & Shield, perfect full strike on 3¢ Rose (65)

PROVENANCE

* B. H. Handy, The Collectors Shop (Keffer), 11/12/1953

CENSUS, LITERATURE AND EXHIBITION REFERENCES

* Paul C. Rohloff, The Waterbury Cancellations, 1865-1890, Rohloff A-8

CONDITION NOTES

* Extremely Fine strike; stamp has long sealed tear and crease

E. 2,000-3,000

3,500