September 2010 Society Auction

Lot 23. Scott #1 mint 1c imperf Liberty Head block of 10, full og and margins all around except at right. A somewhat jagged separation at right has affected right frame lines of stamps in positions 35 and 45. Lower left corner of plate, positions 31, 32, 33, 34, 35/41, 42,43,44,45 with about 1 ½ cm of sheet margin below and to left. (No production marks, such as screw heads). A couple of minor hinge marks and minor gum wrinkling on back. Also, a cross of ¼ mm wide paper tape that may have been used as reinforcement. It probably could be removed if professional care is used. An attractive block with a couple of faults, as mentioned. F to VF.