1862 Civil War Encased Postage Stamp Currency 3, NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE, Straight INSURANCE
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Encased Postage Stamps
"North American Life Insurance" Straight "INSURANCE"
EP-53, HB-190, S-141a, 3, NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE, Straight "INSURANCE," Choice Extremely Fine.
Rarity-5 (21 to 30 known) according to Fred Reed. This is a lovely example of this scarcer, 1862 Civil War Encased Postage Stamp emergency currency 3 denomination from the NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE merchant, with its Straight "INSURANCE" at center and a major variety type. It has extremely sharp details with a lovely even chestnut toned case. The reverse side legends are very distinct showing only slight wear and the central advertising text is highlighted by traces of original Silvering. The rich red 1861 Civil War US Postage issued George Washington stamp is well centered and clean with a bold appearance. Its clear, unbroken mica shows only slight circulation and has a fine natural internal lamination near the top. Overall, a sharp pleasing example worthy of a better quality collection.
"North American Life Insurance" Straight "INSURANCE"
EP-53, HB-190, S-141a, 3, NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE, Straight "INSURANCE," Choice Extremely Fine.
Rarity-5 (21 to 30 known) according to Fred Reed. This is a lovely example of this scarcer, 1862 Civil War Encased Postage Stamp emergency currency 3 denomination from the NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE merchant, with its Straight "INSURANCE" at center and a major variety type. It has extremely sharp details with a lovely even chestnut toned case. The reverse side legends are very distinct showing only slight wear and the central advertising text is highlighted by traces of original Silvering. The rich red 1861 Civil War US Postage issued George Washington stamp is well centered and clean with a bold appearance. Its clear, unbroken mica shows only slight circulation and has a fine natural internal lamination near the top. Overall, a sharp pleasing example worthy of a better quality collection.
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1862 Civil War Encased Postage Stamp Currency 3, NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE, Straight INSURANCE
Estimate $800 - $1,000
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