US Scott #2529c Varriant

Hi

I see three different variations for Scott's image A1881.
Scott #2529
Scott #2529a
Scott #2529C


I have come across a fourth. If one looks at the denomination and the USA on the Scott #2529C, one has a thin font and the other has a thick.




Is one a forgery? If so, which? Any other ideas?

thanks

Joe

There are differences in the rope tied to the post too.

Robert

Alub, the perforations look different. Also, the pictures are unclear but I see a difference in the loop around the pole. Am I correct?


Peter

I think the thick font is 2529 (and all of its varieties) while the thin font is 2529C. 2529 has two loops of the rope whereas 2529C has only one.
Added: There is also a 2529b which is the untagged version of the type II 2529a. I have all of the different varieties and 2529C is the only one with the thin font. I find it interesting that Scott makes no mention of the differences in the fonts used for this design.

Thanks for all the answers:

So if I am understanding your answer, the cancellation has covered up perfectly the second loop on the rope.

thanks

Joe

Yes, the cancellation does do a fairly good job of covering the top thinner loop of the rope on your 2529. Can't tell from the scan whether it is type I or II. The 19 appears smoother (more dots) in the type II.