How to tell the difference
between
#118 and #119
A George Kopecky Guide
This is a difficult issue because it tends to have heavier cancels that, together with the darker colors, can obscure the defining attributes. In addition, the position of the blue vignette is often shifted enough to do the same. I have deliberately chosen examples that readily show the attributes. You may not be so lucky with your stamp.
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On the #119 (Type II), there is a small diamond in the center of the vignette frame (red arrow), right under the “T” in “POSTAGE”. On the #118 Type I) there is no diamond (green arrow). This test is conclusive. Note also the dark brown outline around the vignette which also defines the diamond shape on the #119 (purple arrow). There is no such frame line on the #118 (orange arrow). This test is also conclusive. |
Shown above - #118
Shown above - #119
