Scott #178 (1875 2¢ Vermilion/Scarlet))
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 92 |
| Estimate | 10.00 - 15.00 USD |
| Auction | Coin, Stamp, Collectables and More 29 |
| Date | August 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT |
| Auction house | Featherznest |
| Location | Grapevine, Arkansas |
"Scarlet Vermilion Classic – Scott #178 1875 2¢ UsedHere is a genuine used example of Scott #178, the 1875 2¢ vermilion stamp from the Continental Bank Note Company issue. Printed in a desirable scarlet/vermilion shade, it features the iconic oval presidential portrait with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'TWO CENTS' below. Bold period black cancel adds authentic postal history character. Perf 12 on unwatermarked paper.A solid Bank Note era piece perfect for U.S. classics collectors, shade specialists, or general postage accumulations. Condition is used with typical wear for the issue — sound perfs and paper, average centering. Compare via The Swedish Tiger site or Siegel auction records for similar #178 realizations.Offered as-is with clear photos from Featherznest (Grapevine, AR). Quality collectibles since 2014
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