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Washington Head: Denomination in Numerals: 2¢: Perf 8½ Coils  

Scott 411 - 2c Perf 8.5 Horizontally

Washington Head:
Denomination 
in Numerals

"2 CENTS"
Perf 8½ coils

Scott 413 - 1c Perf 8.5 Vertically  

Scott 411
Perf 8½ Horizontally
Vertical or Endwise Coil
  Scott 413
Perf 8½ Vertically
Horizontal or Sidewise Coil

Watermark Check - There is no need to check for watermark or plate type other than for authentication purposes, since both of these stamps must be flat plate and single-line watermarked.

Coil Type Printing Method Watermark Scott Number
Perf 8½ horizontally Flat Plate Single-line 411
Perf 8½ vertically Flat Plate Single-line 413


Caution

Scott 411 and 413
are sometimes faked by adding perforations to the common imperforate stamp, Scott 409. Since the cost of certification outweighs the value of the stamp, the forger stands an excellent chance of not being found out. We would recommend purchasing these stamps from reputable sellers only and demanding certification for line pairs. 



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