HB-28 EP-4a Scott-13 Reed-AS01MD 1¢ Ayer's Sarsaparilla Medium Ayer's Very Fine ...
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HB-28 EP-4a Scott-13 Reed-AS01MD 1¢ Ayer's Sarsaparilla Medium Ayer's Very Fine The beginnings of the die break is found in the field on the advertising side between "AYER'S"and "SARSAPARILLA" on this example. Specifically in this case, the die beak is under the "A" and "Y" in "AYER'S. This die break is discussed on page 106 of, Civil War Encased Stamps The Issuers and Their Times by Fred L. Reed III. The stamp is centered and possesses a nice color, but it has a few wrinkles. The mica A small amount of tinning is found at center on the advertising side. The mica exhibits much crazing, yet this is visible only when tilting the piece. HID08101242017 www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice
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