Lot 33 United States SC#U159, U161 3c Green Franklin, 1874-1886 Plimpton Issue, 3 Fine Used Singles, White & Cream Papers, Long, Thin 3's

3 fine used singles of the 3c green Franklin from the 1874-1886 Plimpton Issue, white & cream papers, long, thin 3's.

Scott values these at $34, so we estimate them at $17. The stamps offered here grade between 66 and 68 as follows:

Centering/Margins: 30/60

Paper Freshness: 5/5

Colour: 5/5

Impression: 5/5

Absence of Visible Paper Flaws: 5/5

Perforations: 10/10

Cancellation: 6/10, 8/10