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1867 Lowenberg Essays Washington Printed on Reverse Onionskin Rare 8 items
$261.25
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LittleArtTreasures (394)
Condition:Mint Lightly HingedClassic US 3c Washington 1867 Imperf Plate Essays Printed on Reverse of transparent Onionskin Paper, design of Washington vignette printed by Henry Lowenberg in a variety of colors, XF Mint Lightly Hinged, rich intense color, ... Read More
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- United States
- Stamp Format
- Single
Item Description
Condition:Mint Lightly HingedClassic US 3c Washington 1867 Imperf Plate Essays Printed on Reverse of transparent Onionskin Paper, design of Washington vignette printed by Henry Lowenberg in a variety of colors, XF Mint Lightly Hinged, rich intense color, Rare 8 items including Rare Vertical PairSeldom-seen 1867 Lowenberg Plate Essays represent a neat era in stamp production.
Attempting
to prevent the reuse of stamps, inventor Henry Lowenberg patented his
invention, which he called “decalcomania.” Lowenberg printed stamps on
transparent onionskin paper and then applied the adhesive to the printed
side. The design showed through the paper for legitimate use – but
remained “stuck” like a decal to the envelope if the stamp was removed.
Neat postal history and a real conversation piece. Get the special collector’s set of 9 plate essays in a rainbow of colors.
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- LittleArtTreasures (394)
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- 10/26/2011
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- California, United States
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