Pos 83R8

1¢ Franklin Issue of 1857-1861, PLATE 8
Pos 83R8, (Scott #24)

Scott #24 Blue,
Type V, Relief E
Issued only Perforate.

The dot at the back of Franklins head is also found on Positions 42R8, 43R8 and, 82R8.

FIGURE 1. (Below) Heavy dot at the back of Franklins head. This dot is also found on Positions 42R8, 43R8 and, 82R8.

FIGURE 2. (Below) Faint remains of the CURL found on Position 43R8 can also be seen above the G of POSTAGE.

FIGURE 3. (Below) A faint line of color between Ornaments A and B as well as a blurry dot of color to the left of the unnamed upper left corner ornament. These are not illustrated in the plating diagrams.

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Update 12/30/07