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Catalog Information
GSID:
84667
Diameter:
14
Edge:
Plain
Variety:
EP88
Variety 2:
Plain frame, straight inscription
Coin Date:
North American Life Insurance Co., N.Y.
Denomination:
5c
Coinage Type:
Encased Postage
Coinage Years:
1861
PCGS #:
EP88
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North American Life Insurance Co., N.Y. 5c EP88, Plain frame, straight inscription (Fr. EP88)
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Worth: $675 – $900
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Worth: $1,350 – $1,800
Bates, Joseph L., Boston 5c EP65, Plain Frame (Fr. EP65)
Worth: $3,825 – $5,100
Bates, Joseph L., Boston 5c EP66, Ribbed Frame, Fancy Goods (2 words) (Fr. EP66)
Worth: $4,500 – $6,000
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Worth: $3,825 – $5,100
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Worth: $1,800 – $2,400
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Worth: $585 – $780
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