Pos 41R9

1¢ Franklin Issue of 1857-1861, PLATE 9
Pos 41R9, (Scott #24)

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

NOTE: 41R9 is a variety worthy of special (According to Neinken) mention. An inconsistent plate scratch runs across the centerline from 50L9 and into the middle of 41R9 below Ornament D. It is not visible on this example. See Page 423 Fig 20-D of Neinken.

FIGURE 1. (Below) Small dot of color at the upper right corner. A faint line of color cutting thru the G of POSTAGE.

FIGURE 2. (Below) Small dots of color to the right of Ornaments P/Q.

FIGURE 3. (Below) Blob of color to the left and above Ornament H.

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Update 1/22/08