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Anyone know much about encased postage stamps?
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What do you think of this one? Is it way over priced? ENCASED POSTAGE STAMP (circa 1862-3). J. Gault. 5 Cents. Plain frame. HB 131; EP 78; S. 96. The stamp is bold, the mica is clear and the case is sound. Choice VF. $425.
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I don't know that much about encased postage but I remember that 'Gaults' are the most common. Probably the 2 or 3 cent issue is most common. I'm not sure of value.....
I have always been intrigued by these things, but have never owned one.....
Paul
Edited to say Duuuuh... I just realized I could blow up the image and it does look pretty good. The mica looks clear case looks unpolished. Interesting dark stamp.
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this field without extensive study beforehand. Bank Note Reporter had an interesting article about the fakes and how to spot them not long ago. Many people are fooled by them. Replacing the original mica and case and trying to make them look old is the centerpoint of the funny business going on here.