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15¢ Columbus Landing, type II
rarepre-1900

15¢ Columbus Landing, type II

United States · 1870 · 15¢

Type II. An additional line was cut in the frame around the vignette, thus distinguishing Type II from Type I. The famous invert, of which there are only three unused copies, is of this variety.

This stamp was issued in 1870. Type II. An additional line was cut in the frame around the vignette, thus distinguishing Type II from Type I. The famous invert, of which there are o

Printing Method

Typographed

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,325
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,395
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$775
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$387
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$155

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.