Goldberg Coins and Collectibles

Sale 67

The Pre-Long Beach Auction

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Lot	Photo	Description	Realized
Lot 2897		"JOSEPH L. BATES FANCY GOODS" EP-6, HB-50, S-26a, 1¢ "FANCY GOODS" as two words, Plain frame. Fr-EP-6. A nice example of the more common One Cent variety, with "FANCY GOODS" as two words. The case is problem-free with a small spot or two of toning on the back, and the mica is free of all but the most trivial amount of crazing. The stamp has but a small amount of toning but retains full color. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2008:158 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $431
Lot 2898		"J. GAULT" EP-16, HB-126, S-93, 1¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-16. This is a much scarcer variety, with the Reed reference estimating it as R7 with between 11 and 15 pieces surviving. The stamp is bright blue and the mica is nearly completely clear, with only the faintest hints of crazing at the edges. The case is an even light brown color; it shows some minor tooling inside the rim at the base of the reverse, indicating that the stamp was either replaced or the case was improperly assembled. In any case, this is a rare piece that should fill a hole in any advanced collection. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. Ex: Stack's 5/2007:243 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $920
Lot 2899		"NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY" EP-24, HB-188, S-140a, 1¢ "INSURANCE" in straight line. Fr-EP-24. This higher grade piece has nearly full color on the stamp, although there are a couple of small yellowed areas. The mica is lightly crazed with no serious flaws. The case is completely original and is a gorgeous light brown color with just a touch of wear on the highest points, and has lighter tan coloring in the protected areas of the design. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:2132 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $748
Lot 2900		"NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY" EP-24, HB-188, S-140a, 1¢ "INSURANCE" in straight line. Fr-EP-24. This is the most common of the North American Life pieces, and this attractive example displays only modest crazing and a single small crack in the mica. The stamp is problem-free and displays moderate brightness. The case appears original and unopened, and is a very attractive mottled tan color with deeper light brown in the protected areas of the design. Very Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 600. Ex: Stack's 9/2009:7638 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 2901		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-4A, HB-28, S-13, 1¢ Medium AYER's, Plain frame. Fr-EP-4A. As described last by Heritage, "this is an outstanding example in that nearly 100% of the original silvering remains intact on the reverse and it also remains lightly coated on both of the obverse tabs. The mica is partially broken and this exposes the central portion of the well-centered bright blue stamp. A little bit of cabinet friction is seen on the extreme highpoints of the obverse and on the reverse legends. Overall, this is a very charming and desirable, scarce silvery piece." About Uncirculated. Estimated Value $400 - 500. Ex: Heritage 9/2009:14583 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $518
Lot 2902		"AYER'S CATHARTIC PILLS" EP-32A, HB-6, S-3, 3¢ Long arrows. Fr-EP-32A. This piece has an extremely high grade case that appears original and unopened, with ample silvering remaining on the back. The mica is mostly clear with only a minor crack and some surrounding crazing near the upper right. The stamp, however, is slightly faded, somewhat affecting the overall aesthetic appeal. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 400. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $316
Lot 2903		"AYER'S CATHARTIC PILLS" EP-32A, HB-6, S-3, 3¢ Long arrows. Fr-EP-32A. This is a pleasing type specimen, with an original and unopened case and mica that is mostly clear with only slight crazing at the top and a couple of dents near the center that are only noticed when the piece is rotated under a light. The case displays mottled tan and light brown coloring and the stamp retains nearly full color. Very Fine. Estimated Value $250 - 350. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $288
Lot 2904		"AYER'S CATHARTIC PILLS" EP-32A, HB-6, S-3, 3¢ Long arrows. Fr-EP-32A. As described by Heritage when last sold, "the case shows some silvering within the confines of the lettering on the back. The 3¢ stamp is bright and the mica is near perfect." Ths stamp is slightly wrinkled, but otherwise the attributes are all positive on this piece. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $200 - 250. Ex: Heritage 4/2009:16158 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $288
Lot 2905		"AYER'S CATHARTIC PILLS" EP-32A, HB-6, S-3, 3¢ Long arrows. Fr-EP-32A. When last sold by Heritage, this piece was described as follows: "Just a little crazing is noticed in the mica along with an attractive light olive case." A single spot of toning is also noticed on the stamp for accuracy. Very Fine. Estimated Value $150 - 200. Ex: Heritage 4/2009:16159 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $184
Lot 2906		"TAKE AYER'S PILLS" EP-33, HB-18, S-9 3¢. Fr-EP-33. The case is evenly and lightly worn, and appears original and unopened. The stamp appears bright and free of any problems. The mica has a couple of dents and scratches and some light crazing, but is mostly clear and gives a nearly unobstructed view of the stamp. Very Fine. Estimated Value $200 - 300. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $242
Lot 2907		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34A, HB-30, S-15a, 3¢ Medium AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34A. The case on this AYER'S piece is among the nicer we've seen, with original and problem-free surfaces. Ample silvering remains on the back. The mica is cracked and crazed at the bottom and left sides, but the balance retains decent clarity. The stamp is an attractive reddish-pink color with no apparent flaws. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2908		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34A, HB-30, S-15a, 3¢ Medium AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34A. A beautiful example of this piece, with lovely, glossy light brown surfaces on a case that appears original and unopened. The mica is nearly crystal clear, save for a tiny crazed area near the top rim. The stamp is decently centered and is free of any major flaws. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $350 - 450. Ex: Early American History Auctions 6/1996:419 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2909		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34A, HB-30, S-15a, 3¢ Medium AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34A. This piece shows little actual wear on the case and it appears unopened and free of any major defects, but it is brassy from an old cleaning. The mica shows some chips and scratches as well as the normal crazing. The reverse is an advanced late die state, with the die crack extending from the S in AYER'S all the way to the left under the A. Fine. Estimated Value $250 - 350. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2910		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34B, HB-32, S-15b, 3¢ Large AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34B. In Fred Reed's reference, he estimates the survival of this variety at about 41-50 pieces. This one has a case that is a very attractive olive-brown, is unopened and completely original, and is problem-free save for a minor flaw on the reverse at 12 o'clock which was caused by improper assembly. The mica displays moderate crazing and a crack, which caused a minor stain on the stamp. Very Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 400. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2911		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34B, HB-32, S-15b, 3¢ Large AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34B. This piece has an extremely attractive and problem-free case that displays rich olive-tan surfaces. The mica is substantially clear on the left half, howerver the right half shows some moderate crazing. The stamp is solid with no mentionable flaws. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 400. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2008:163 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $288
Lot 2912		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34B, HB-32, S-15b, 3¢ Large AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34B. Smooth, glossy light brown surfaces give this attractive case a solid appearance. It is unopened and free of any mentionable flaws. The mica is solid with a modest amount of crazing, but attractive overall. The stamp is not well centered, but is otherwise very nice. Very Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 400. Ex: Early American History Auctions 8/2009:611 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $299
Lot 2913		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-34B, HB-32, S-15b, 3¢ Large AYER'S, Plain frame. Fr-EP-34B. The case is remarkably high grade with very little actual wear, and appears unopened; an old cleaning is the only flaw. The mica displays a single crack near the bottom and only very minor crazing, and the balance is substantially clear. The stamp is well centered but slightly faded. Very Fine. Estimated Value $250 - 350. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2007:933 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $253
Lot 2914		"BAILEY & CO" EP-36, HB-45, S-22 3¢. Fr-EP-36. The "Bailey" of the Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co., which is now part of the Zale Corporation, was Bailey & Co. jewelers, located at 819 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. This piece has a rarity rating of R-8 which is the most "common" of any of the Bailey pieces. Such is relative because all Bailey pieces are rated in terms of rarity at R-8 or higher. The case appears brassy from an old cleaning, and has been laquered. The mica is remarkably clear, with only modest crazing. The stamp is attractive and retains good brightness. Very Fine. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500. Ex: Early American History Auctions (private treaty) The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2915		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-38, HB-63, S-32 3¢. Fr-EP-38. A third example of the BROWN'S issue, this piece has an extremely attractive and problem-free medium, glossy brown case that appears unopened. The mica displays scattered light crazing, with a small crack near the bottom rim. The stamp is centered above average and retains good color. A very attractive example overall. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 900. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:3103 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2916		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-38, HB-63, S-32 3¢. Fr-EP-38. This 3¢ is rated as R-6 by Reed, indicating 16 to 20 survivors known. The case is an even light brown color and appears original and unopened. The mica is mostly crystal clear, with only modest crazing. The stamp has a single horizontal wrinkle and a small spot, but retains a rich reddish-brown color. Very Fine. Estimated Value $700 - 800. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2917		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-38, HB-63, S-32 3¢. Fr-EP-38. This collection includes four examples of this variety, remarkably fully 20%-25% of the known survivors. The case of this example is an attractive and problem-free medium brown color and appears to be original and unopened. The mica possesses a fair amount of crazing, which distracts slightly from the fact that the stamp is well centered and free of any flaws whatsoever. Very Fine. Estimated Value $700 - 800. Ex: Stack's 5/2007:236 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2918		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-38, HB-63, S-32 3¢. Fr-EP-38. A second example of this scarce variety, with a case that appears to be unopened and problem-free save for an old cleaning. The mica is cracked and a little crazed, but retains good clarity overall. The stamp retains nearly full brightness. Very Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2008:164 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $380
Lot 2919		"BURNETT'S COCOAINE KALLISTON" EP-39, HB-74, S-45 3¢. Fr-EP-39. The case appears original and unopened, and displays an attractive light brown and tan appearance. The mica displays some isolated crazing, particularly near the left tab. The stamp is slightly wrinkled but retains good color and brightness. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 600. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 2920		"BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-40, HB-82, S-53 3¢. Fr-EP-40. A third example, this with a case that is original, unopened, and displays an even glossy-brown appearance. The mica is about 80% clear, with modest crazing and a small crack near the bottom. The stamp is nicely centered and retains nearly full color. An above average example in every respect. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $600 - 800. Ex: Early American History Auctions 8/2009:612 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2921		"BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-40, HB-82, S-53 3¢. Fr-EP-40. One of the more attractive cases of this variety that we've seen, the tannish-olive coloring is highlighted by traces of original silvering. The mica is above average with only trivial crazing save for a small swath at the upper left. The stamp is decent with no major flaws. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $550 - 750. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $518
Lot 2922		"BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-40, HB-82, S-53 3¢. Fr-EP-40. Rated as an R-6 by Reed, this 3¢ Burnett's Cooking Extracts is occasionally available but is far scarcer than the 5¢ or 10¢ of this issue. The case is a glossy even medium brown color, although the surfaces suggest an old, light cleaning. The back is rotated approximately 20 degrees. The mica is remarkably almost crystal clear, among the nicest that we've seen, with only a trivial touch of crazing just under the top rim. The stamp is a touch wrinkled but retains good color and is well centered. Very Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 700. Ex: Bowers & Merena 11/2009:53 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $535
Lot 2923		"NORTH AMERICAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY" EP-53, HB-190, S-141a, 3¢ "INSURANCE" in straight line, Plain frame. Fr-EP-53. This is one of the more commonly available varieties from this issuer. The case is a beautiful, glossy medium brown, while the mica is free of any major flaws and is about 80% free of crazing. The stamp is a touch soiled, which is the only detraction on this otherwise very nice example. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2008:169 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368
Lot 2924		"JOHN SHILLITO & CO." EP-56, HB-217, S-161 3¢. Fr-EP-56. The 3¢ is the second most common denomination for this issuer. Although the second most common denomination the tern is relative because this merchant issue is scarce in all denominations. This piece has an extremely attractive, original and problem-free case with traces of original luster remaining around the lettering on the reverse. The mica displays some moderate crazing, and the stamp is a little dull and wrinkly but the overall appearance is still very strong. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:3105 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2925		"JOSEPH L. BATES FANCY GOODS" EP-6A, HB-49, S-26, 1¢ "FANCY GOODS" as one word. Fr-EP-6A. This extremely attractive case displays wonderful brightness and no mentionable flaws. The mica displays some crazing on the right side and a little less so on the left, and the stamp is almost perfectly centered and retains good color. This is the scarcer of the two 1¢ Bates varieties. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 900. Ex: Early American History Auctions 12/2009:528 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2926		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-67, HB-64, S-33 5¢. Fr-EP-67. This case displays some mottled brown coloring and is original and unopened. The mica has some crazing, particularly at the top half. The stamp is relatively well centered and retains rich deep-brown coloration. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $600 - 700. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2927		"BURNETT'S COCOAINE KALLISTON" EP-69, HB-75, S-46 5¢. Fr-EP-69. A second example of this variety, this with an equally attractive case that is light tan in color and is original, unopened, and free of any flaws. The mica is substantially crazed throughout, but is not all that unattractive. The stamp appears well centered and fully bright. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 600. Ex: Early American History Auctions 8/2009:615 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2928		"BURNETT'S COCOAINE KALLISTON" EP-69, HB-75, S-46 5¢. Fr-EP-69. Reed rates this 5¢ Burnett's Cocoaine at the R-6 level, indicating about 16 to 20 pieces known, however based on auction appearances we suspect the actual total to be closer to two dozen survivors. This case is a lovely high grade piece with olive-brown surfaces that display hints of luster in the protected areas. The mica, unfortunately, is damaged, with about a quarter of the cover missing in the bottom right quadrant. The stamp is a touch wrinkly but otherwise appears unaffected. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:2134 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2929		"BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-70, HB-83, S-54 5¢. Fr-EP-70. This is a common enough piece, but the overall condition is above average. The case is original and unopened with lovely glossy-brown surfaces. The mica is about 85% clear, with a streak of crazing diagonally across the center and a light vertical scratch the only major flaws. The stamp is off center but retains excellent color and brightness. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $450 - 650. Ex: Early American History Auctions 8/2003:695 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $460
Lot 2930		"DRAKE'S PLANTATION BITTERS" EP-74, HB-102, S-72, 5¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-74. This is a very attractive example of a variety that is a much scarcer denomination. Reed rates it as an R-5, indicating 21-30 known. The case is original, unopened, and retains traces of luster around the lettering. The surfaces mottled olive and medium brown. The mica shows some very minor crazing and some light scratches, but is otherwise crystal clear. The stamp is a touch off center but retains good color. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $600 - 800. Ex: Early American History Auctions 12/2007:2154 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $564
Lot 2931		"TREMONT HOUSE" (Gage Brothers & Drake) EP-77, HB-122, S-90 5¢. Fr-EP-77. The original an unopened case is a glossy light brown with no mentionable flaws. The mica is only lightly crazed around the rims, and the stamp, although slightly wrinkled, retains good color. This is a relatively common variety (listed as R-2 by Reed), making it an excellent example of the type or issuer. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $700 - 800. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:2136 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2932		"KIRKPATRICK & GAULT" EP-83, HB-162, S-115 5¢. Fr-EP-83. A second example of this variety, this piece possesses a glossy brown case that is original and problem-free. The mica is substantially clear, although some minor crazing is present. The stamp is slightly wrinkled but is almost perfectly centered and retains full brightness. An above average example overall. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 600. Ex: Early American History Auctions 10/2001:1018 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2933		"KIRKPATRICK & GAULT" EP-83, HB-162, S-115 5¢. Fr-EP-83. The case of this piece displays loads of original silvering, and appears unopened and problem-free. The mica is unfortunately heavily crazed but is free of any major damage. The stamp appears to be relatively bright and is well centered. Choice Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $350 - 450. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2934		So-called Feuchtwanger Strip of Three 3¢ Stamps, HB-unl, EP-95a. Fr-EP-95A. Often called a Feuchtwanger strip, as the back bears an eagle reminiscent of the Hard Times tokens from 1837 designed by Dr. Feuchtwanger. It is now believed by many researchers that these 9¢ (as well as the identical 27¢) strips were produced in New York City in the 1890s. Nonetheless, they have a long history of collectibility. This is a decent example, with glossy brown surfaces that display very little actual wear. About Uncirculated. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2008:176 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2935		So-called Feuchtwanger Strip of Three 3¢ Stamps, HB-unl, EP-95a. Fr-EP-95A. A second example, just as nice with glossy brown surfaces and very little actual wear. About Uncirculated. Estimated Value $800 - 1,000. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2936		So-called Feuchtwanger Strip of Three 9¢ Stamps, HB-unl, EP-95b. Fr-EP-95B. Rare and unusual with the mica exhibiting the normal allotment of crazing. The back displays glossy brown surfaces with a couple of carbon streaks, making it easily pedigreed. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,200. Ex: L. Sommer Collection; EAHC 5/1988:161; Goldberg 2/2010:1774 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $1,150
Lot 2937		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-98A, HB-36, S-17, 10¢ Medium "AYER'S", Plain frame. Fr-EP-98A. An extremely attractive case houses this piece, with olive-brown surfaces that are darker in the protected areas on the reverse. The mica is remarkably clear, with only some isolated crazing and a scratch or two just to the left of center. The stamp is above average as well. This is a desirable example of a scarce variety, one of approximately 16 to 20 pieces known according to Fred Reed. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 900. Ex: Early American History Auctions 11/2007:941 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2938		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-98A, HB-36, S-17, 10¢ Medium "AYER'S", Plain frame. Fr-EP-98A. A second very attractive example, the case just as nice or nicer than the previous piece. It is original and free of any signs of tampering. The mica displays more crazing than the last, with some very minor cracking present as well. The stamp is very nice overall with good color and brightness, although not well centered. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 900. Ex: Early American History Auctions 8/2009:616 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2939		"AYER'S SARSAPARILLA" EP-98A, HB-36, S-17, 10¢ Medium "AYER'S", Plain frame. Fr-EP-98A. A third example of this scarce variety. The case is very slightly bent, although very attractive overall with ample silvering remaining on the reverse. The mica is damaged and missing a small piece near the right tab at bottom. The stamp is above average and is very bright. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $800 - 900. Ex: Early American History Auctions 2/2009:806 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2940		"BROWN'S BRONCHIAL TROCHES" EP-103, HB-65, S-34 10¢. Fr-EP-103. This is a scarce variety, with Reed estimating that 16 to 20 pieces are known. The case displays lovely olive-brown coloration, although some light tooling marks, disturbances in the toning on the back, and warped tabs on the obverse suggest that the stamp has been replaced. The mica is 95% clear with only isolated crazing near the rims. The stamp is above average as well. Very Fine. Estimated Value $900 - 1,000. Ex: Early American History Auctions 12/2007:2156 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2941		"F. BUHL & CO." EP-104, HB-70, S-41 10¢. Fr-EP-104. Although the case is slightly bent and a little brassy from an old cleaning, it appears free of any tampering and has good eye appeal overall. The mica is substantially clear with only some localized crazing and a single crack at about 10:00 near the frame. The stamp is well centered and has ideal color and brightness. A really good looking piece despite its flaws, and one of only an estimated dozen or so pieces believed to be extant. Very Fine. Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,200. Ex: Early American History Auctions 12/2010:270 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2942		'BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-106, HB-84, S-55, 10¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-106. The case on this piece retains a touch of silvering on the back, and is relatively free of actual wear. It is free of any signs of tampering and is completely original. The mica is fairly clear, although some minor crazing and separation is present. The stamp is a little dull but is free of any major flaws. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $650 - 750. Ex: Early American History Auctions 9/2007:4212 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2943		"BURNETT'S STANDARD COOKING EXTRACTS" EP-106, HB-84, S-55, 10¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-106. A glossy brown case gives this piece excellent eye appeal, and it appears unopened and free of any tampering or cleaning. The reverse is rotated about 30 degrees. About a third of the mica displays moderate crazing, but it is free of any major problems save for a short crack near the top rim. The stamp is well centered but lacking in brightness. It is accompanied by a Philatelic Foundation certificate (#435610) indicating it to be genuine. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $600 - 700. The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2944		"TREMONT HOUSE" (Gage Brothers & Drake) EP-114, HB-123, S-91, 10¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-114. The case is relatively high grade, with ample traces of original silvering. It is unopened and problem-free. The mica is cracked and crazed, but the stamp appears undamaged although it is a little wrinkled. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $450 - 550. Ex: Early American History Auctions 4/2001:689 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Unsold
Lot 2945		"J. GAULT" EP-116, HB-133, S-97, 10¢ Plain frame. Fr-EP-116. The case is very attractive and reddish olive-brown in color, and is original and unopened although it does have a subtle bend present. The mica is substantially clear, with only minor crazing and a single crack near 11:00 from the rim. The stamp is centered a touch high but has relatively good color. A decent overall example of this common and relatively available variety. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $350 - 450. Ex: Early American History Auctions 5/2009:844 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $322
Lot 2946		"KIRKPATRICK & GAULT" EP-120, HB-163, S-116 10¢. Fr-EP-120. This 10¢ example from the short-lived Kirkpatrick & Gault partnership has a high-grade case with a pleasing, natural color. The nicely centered stamp is bright while the mica has a crazed line running from 2 to 7 o'clock. The case is also slightly crimped, which appears to be post-production. This is an interesting piece as it solicits business for encased postage orders. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 600. Ex: Heritage 9/2009:14586 The Samuel J. Berngard Collection. View details and enlarged photos	Realized $368

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