In recognition of reaching 100 Mantel Points (?), I would like to present my copy of US Scott #100. This is my Series of 1867 F Grill page from my American Heirloom Hingeless Album (Volume I).
30¢
Orange, deep orange
F GRILL
Printing Method: Engraved
Printer: The National Bank Note Company
Subject: Benjamin Franklin
Number issued: 280,000
Perforations: 12
Watermark: Unwatermarked
Scott #: 100
Issued: August 13th, 1868
The earliest known date of use of #100 is October 30th, 1868.
Over 95% of stamps with grills are either E or F grills.
