Private Special Reprint Nr 167 -

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Authentication is critical because the regular 1873 issue and the 1875 special printing look very similar. Professional authentication from firms like Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries or the Philatelic Foundation is standard for this rarity. Regular 1873 Issue 1875 Special Printing (#167) Thin, yellowish/creamy Hard, bright white Gum Usually present Issued without gum Perforations Perforated 12 Perforated 12 (often poorly centered) Color Ultramarine Usually a more vivid Ultramarine Market Value Private Special Reprint Nr 167

While these were official government issues, the term "private" is often associated with specific historical collections that handled these reprints. Robert A

Due to its scarcity, an unused Scott #167 is valued between depending on its condition and centering. Sound examples with perforations on all sides are particularly rare, as many surviving copies have one or more straight edges. Professional authentication from firms like Robert A

: Features a profile of Benjamin Franklin in ultramarine.

: These items were handled by the Nassau Stamp Co. , leading to various "private" handling myths, including incorrect attributions to the Earl of Crawford collection. Identifying the 167 Special Printing