15¢
Black, full black

Printing Method: Engraved
Printer: National Bank Note Co.
Subject: Abraham Lincoln
Quantity Issued: 2,319,000
Perforations: 12
Scott #: 77
Issued: May 1st, 1866

Used
$35 - $80
No postmark with gum (MH)
$300 - $1,400
Full perfect gum, no postmark
no trace of stamp hinge mark (MNH)
$22,000 (2009)

Note: Centering on this stamp is poor, hence the large spread in value

Here is an example of a proof on card with perforations and gum added to give the appearance of a genuine #77. #77 was issued on stamp paper, not card.

Specimen overprints

The stamp paid the single-weight rate to France or, in combination with other denominations, greater weight and foreign destination rates. An example of a cover to France is shown above.