1851 1c Franklin Plating

Here is a stamp that someone asked me about. I was not informed about a PF until I was well into it. It has a 1984 cert indicating Scott #22 and was also sold by Siegel in 2008 as such. I think it is position 55R2. The copy is well worn at the bottom. Being a perforated stamp, that would indicate a late use of the plate. The alignment is a match at 55R2. I changed the color of the insert for visibility (see image). It has a double transfer at right that is not indicated in the Neinken drawings (see image). The comparison image that I am using is from the Franklin Archive website. That copy has a crease along the top of the stamp which makes things even harder. I do not have a copy of that position in the SS database. I would like to see any other position 55R2 that anyone has for more comparisons. Comments appreciated.

jaxom, here is a pair originally plated 55-56R2 by Mark Friedman. Note especially the guide dot from 45R2 with the small dash of color to the left.

The trace of scroll at bottom right on the stamp you are asking about suggests Plate 4 rather than Plate 2.

I agree with dudley that this one needs a careful critical look - which I cant do for now. The blur of color in G of POSTAGE reminds me of marks I often see on Plate 4.. but needs some careful study.

At some point I'll study it if noone else gets to it. Interesting item.

jaxom, I think your stamp is 76L4.

This one may be a better match.
Does anyone have a copy of 76L4?

Thanks Doug. I think we found it about the same time.

This is my copy - not the best resolution.

I made an ID image for the database as 76L4.

I see that the PFC is signed by Neinken. I know from personal experience he would not have signed on a certificate as a type IIIA, unless he felt comfortable with the identification. He always looked at the 1¢ 1851-61 in his time as chairman.