Lot 184
 
1857, 1d brown violet, Block of Four, probable bottom sheet margin, other margins good, lightly hinged, extremely fine, Ex John Chapin, Sismondo Cert. (2016).
SG 1; £640 ($930). (Scott 1).
Scott $500
John C. Chapin of Vermont was a well established collector and exhibitor for over 40 years. If there was anything his collections were noted for, it was quality, quality, and quality both in inexpensive stamps and the great rarities. He was a client of the Harmer family for most of his life The following 23 lots are just a small study of his endeavors.
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