Lot 68 Lagos SC#20 3d Chestnut 1882-1884 Crown CA Watermark, Perf 14 Comb, Crackly Gum, Early Printing, A VFOG Example, Click on Listing to See ALL Pictures, 2022 Scott Classic Cat. $20 USD

A VFOG example of the 3d chestnut from the 1882-1884 Crown CA Watermark. Perf 14 comb, crackly gum, early printing. An earlier printing, likely before 1885 with a slightly lighter duty plate color and crackly gum, which later becomes smooth after 1885. Catalogues $20 for the basic stamp, though the earlier printing should be worth more. 2022 Scott Classic cat. $20.