Eric P. Newman Collection, Part X

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Eric P. Newman Collection Part X, sold by Heritage Auctions, November 2018.

Collection Details

Total items: 871
Size: unknown

Works (871)

661. Lot 20108

Description:: Norwalk, OH � Bank of Norwalk $3 Audubon Running Grouse Vignette 18__ OH-350-UNL, Wolka 2005-21. Proof. PCGS Choice New 63 Apparent. At present there are only four confirmed note-issuers with the Audubon running grouse vignette, and this is the first confirmed note. The series was known when Haxby published, but not this $3 type. It was not until the 1990 ABNCo, auction sale that the type appeared at the bottom of a four-subject proof sheet as part of lot 1478. Though not cited specifically in the sale catalog, its later appearance in the Schingoethe Part 1 auction catalog did illustrate this type for the first time in October 2006. We believe it is likely unique. A finished India paper proof by Draper, Underwood, Bald & Spencer. At the top center is an allegorical female, with the attributes of Navigation and Agriculture, seated next to a shield with the Ohio coat of arms. Flanking are "3" dies on shaded lathe work. Identical end panels show a fancily dressed woman holding a rake and sheaf of grain in the center, with THREE on shaded lathe work above and below. At the base is the vignette of Audubon's running grouse as engraved originally for dies used by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. (and also used on the Bridgeport Bank $5 proof to follow). A significant example that "hid in plain sight" while awaiting Robert Peck and Eric Newman's exciting discovery. The pedigree chain is also important, with the proof from the first Schingoethe collection sale after its appearance in the ABNCo. sale in 1990. Published in the original Peck and Newman article as Figure 7a and 7b (detail) and subsequent Princeton exhibition catalog. Some minor thin areas were created from the original paper sheet mounting with some resulting spots from the noted "Minor Mounting Remnants on Back." Unique, and one of less than ten proofs known with the running grouse vignette. Ex: Christie's Important Early American Bank Notes 1810-1874 from the Archives of the American Bank Note Company, September 14-15, 1990 (part of lot 1478); Smythe & Co. Schingoethe Obsolete Currency Collection Part 1, October 22-22, 2004; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20108, realized $4080.

662. Lot 20108

Description:: Norwalk, OH � Bank of Norwalk $3 Audubon Running Grouse Vignette 18__ OH-350-UNL, Wolka 2005-21. Proof. PCGS Choice New 63 Apparent. At present there are only four confirmed note-issuers with the Audubon running grouse vignette, and this is the first confirmed note. The series was known when Haxby published, but not this $3 type. It was not until the 1990 ABNCo, auction sale that the type appeared at the bottom of a four-subject proof sheet as part of lot 1478. Though not cited specifically in the sale catalog, its later appearance in the Schingoethe Part 1 auction catalog did illustrate this type for the first time in October 2006. We believe it is likely unique. A finished India paper proof by Draper, Underwood, Bald & Spencer. At the top center is an allegorical female, with the attributes of Navigation and Agriculture, seated next to a shield with the Ohio coat of arms. Flanking are "3" dies on shaded lathe work. Identical end panels show a fancily dressed woman holding a rake and sheaf of grain in the center, with THREE on shaded lathe work above and below. At the base is the vignette of Audubon's running grouse as engraved originally for dies used by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. (and also used on the Bridgeport Bank $5 proof to follow). A significant example that "hid in plain sight" while awaiting Robert Peck and Eric Newman's exciting discovery. The pedigree chain is also important, with the proof from the first Schingoethe collection sale after its appearance in the ABNCo. sale in 1990. Published in the original Peck and Newman article as Figure 7a and 7b (detail) and subsequent Princeton exhibition catalog. Some minor thin areas were created from the original paper sheet mounting with some resulting spots from the noted "Minor Mounting Remnants on Back." Unique, and one of less than ten proofs known with the running grouse vignette. Ex: Christie's Important Early American Bank Notes 1810-1874 from the Archives of the American Bank Note Company, September 14-15, 1990 (part of lot 1478); Smythe & Co. Schingoethe Obsolete Currency Collection Part 1, October 22-22, 2004; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20108, realized $4080.

663. Lot 20107

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet � Block Titled. [No.] "2 � 1830" Style with Audubon's Running Grouse Vignettes. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. A second example of this fully titled and dated vignette sample sheet featuring two running grouse vignettes at the base. An India paper Proof on a large sheet, printed from a single plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Approximately 35 cm x 41 cm. Layout as on the previous. The sheet features 38 vignettes. Two of these, both at the base flanking the Barbary horseman, are running grouse vignettes adapted after Audubon. Twelve elements are side panels used on Obsolete banknotes. Dated 1830 at the bottom, and with the numeral "2" at the top. This was the first sheet of the type Eric obtained in 2006, but it has faults: Two original vignettes are replaced with portraits taken from proof notes or die vignettes. PCGS notes "Two Vignettes Replaced; Small Splits; Stains." This will frame nicely for display, and was in a family collection for decades prior to its sale in 2006 (note two pieces of archival framing tape on the top back edge as a pedigree mark). The impairments are minor compared to the importance of this sample sheet with its two running grouse vignettes. Ex: Smythe & Co. New York City Summer Currency Auction #262, July 12, 2006, lot 2550; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20107, realized $4080.

664. Lot 20107

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet � Block Titled. [No.] "2 � 1830" Style with Audubon's Running Grouse Vignettes. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. A second example of this fully titled and dated vignette sample sheet featuring two running grouse vignettes at the base. An India paper Proof on a large sheet, printed from a single plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Approximately 35 cm x 41 cm. Layout as on the previous. The sheet features 38 vignettes. Two of these, both at the base flanking the Barbary horseman, are running grouse vignettes adapted after Audubon. Twelve elements are side panels used on Obsolete banknotes. Dated 1830 at the bottom, and with the numeral "2" at the top. This was the first sheet of the type Eric obtained in 2006, but it has faults: Two original vignettes are replaced with portraits taken from proof notes or die vignettes. PCGS notes "Two Vignettes Replaced; Small Splits; Stains." This will frame nicely for display, and was in a family collection for decades prior to its sale in 2006 (note two pieces of archival framing tape on the top back edge as a pedigree mark). The impairments are minor compared to the importance of this sample sheet with its two running grouse vignettes. Ex: Smythe & Co. New York City Summer Currency Auction #262, July 12, 2006, lot 2550; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20107, realized $4080.

665. Lot 20106

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet � Block Titled. [No.] "2 � 1830" Style with Audubon's Running Grouse Vignettes. PCGS Very Fine 35 Apparent. A magnificent banknote company vignette sample sheet and another important offering from the from the Newman Collection. This is the largest sheet and shows the running grouse vignette twice. An India paper Proof on a large sheet, printed from a single plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Approximately 35 cm x 41 cm. Beautifully designed from the exterior bordering into the central title laid upon a wide strip of lathe work. Featured are 30 larger vignettes used for prominent positions on notes, and eight smaller vignettes used for base or side placement. Two of these, both at the bottom and flanking the Barbary horseman (used on the Long Island Bank, Brooklyn, New York series) are running grouse vignettes adapted after Audubon. There are 12 elements used as side panels on Obsolete banknotes, and six other devices . Dated 1830 at the bottom, and the numeral "2" at the top would seem to indicate this sheet is part of series of sample sheets. Published in the original Peck and Newman article as Figure 6. A gorgeous example, fully margined as made all around. The normal folds seen from the back are common to these large sheets. Petty faults noted are as "Small Splits; Minor Stains." In marvelous condition for a large-format India paper proof. The similar example in the 2011 Stack's Bowers sale realized $3,450 and is now privately held. There are only a few known of this type, and one has impairments. In superior condition and with an illustrious pedigree. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20106, realized $4080.

666. Lot 20106

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet � Block Titled. [No.] "2 � 1830" Style with Audubon's Running Grouse Vignettes. PCGS Very Fine 35 Apparent. A magnificent banknote company vignette sample sheet and another important offering from the from the Newman Collection. This is the largest sheet and shows the running grouse vignette twice. An India paper Proof on a large sheet, printed from a single plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Approximately 35 cm x 41 cm. Beautifully designed from the exterior bordering into the central title laid upon a wide strip of lathe work. Featured are 30 larger vignettes used for prominent positions on notes, and eight smaller vignettes used for base or side placement. Two of these, both at the bottom and flanking the Barbary horseman (used on the Long Island Bank, Brooklyn, New York series) are running grouse vignettes adapted after Audubon. There are 12 elements used as side panels on Obsolete banknotes, and six other devices . Dated 1830 at the bottom, and the numeral "2" at the top would seem to indicate this sheet is part of series of sample sheets. Published in the original Peck and Newman article as Figure 6. A gorgeous example, fully margined as made all around. The normal folds seen from the back are common to these large sheets. Petty faults noted are as "Small Splits; Minor Stains." In marvelous condition for a large-format India paper proof. The similar example in the 2011 Stack's Bowers sale realized $3,450 and is now privately held. There are only a few known of this type, and one has impairments. In superior condition and with an illustrious pedigree. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20106, realized $4080.

667. Lot 20105

Description:: [Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co.] Vignette Proof Sample Sheet - Undated and Untitled, Without Imprint Style with Audubon Running Grouse Vignette. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. This rarity is the second-style vignette sample sheet with the running grouse. An unusual banknote company sample sheet because it is undated, untitled, and without an imprint. It is clearly the work of Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. as it displays several small vignettes observed on their notes, including the running grouse, as well as counters and dies. Printed on a medium size India paper sheet by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. In a smaller format than previous, 21 cm by 32.5 cm. There are 43 strictly numerical counters, including odd denominations, from 1 to 1000, two counters with vignettes, and four textual counters. There are five horizontal oval lathe work dies and eight small vignettes: stag, sword and shield, arm and hammer, grouse, children with flowers, woman with sheep, wheat-drying tower, and ornamental shield with grapes. In the second row from the bottom is the running grouse adapted from Audubon. Noted with "Small Splits; Minor Stains." A contemporary pen notation shows to the face at the top right edge, away from the vignettes. A rare sheet. We believe less than ten still exist. Bright and attractive. This will also display beautifully. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20105, realized $1560.

668. Lot 20105

Description:: [Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co.] Vignette Proof Sample Sheet - Undated and Untitled, Without Imprint Style with Audubon Running Grouse Vignette. PCGS Very Fine 30 Apparent. This rarity is the second-style vignette sample sheet with the running grouse. An unusual banknote company sample sheet because it is undated, untitled, and without an imprint. It is clearly the work of Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. as it displays several small vignettes observed on their notes, including the running grouse, as well as counters and dies. Printed on a medium size India paper sheet by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. In a smaller format than previous, 21 cm by 32.5 cm. There are 43 strictly numerical counters, including odd denominations, from 1 to 1000, two counters with vignettes, and four textual counters. There are five horizontal oval lathe work dies and eight small vignettes: stag, sword and shield, arm and hammer, grouse, children with flowers, woman with sheep, wheat-drying tower, and ornamental shield with grapes. In the second row from the bottom is the running grouse adapted from Audubon. Noted with "Small Splits; Minor Stains." A contemporary pen notation shows to the face at the top right edge, away from the vignettes. A rare sheet. We believe less than ten still exist. Bright and attractive. This will also display beautifully. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20105, realized $1560.

669. Lot 20104

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet - Undated (Ca. 1825 or 1826) and Untitled with Center Imprint Style with Audubon Running Grouse Vignette. PCGS Very Fine 35 Apparent. A second example of this extremely rare vignette proof sample sheet, and another important opportunity. We consider this and the previous sheet as having the initial appearance of the Audubon running grouse vignette. As previous, an India paper Proof on a large sheet, from a single copper plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co., with the imprint near the center. Approximately, 32 cm x 41cm. Undated and untitled. No title block, but there are eleven rows with 66 engraved elements. The running grouse in the bottom row, second from the right, is boldly printed and sharp. This sheet was published in the original Peck and Newman article, "Discovered!", as Figure 1. Noted with "Small Splits and Minor Damage; Repairs; Minor Stains." Folded into twelve parts originally. There are some visible streaks of foxing toward the top third and a toned back "twelfth," not visible from the face. The rest of the sheet is vibrant and sharp. Obtained from an important collection of engraver's sheets sold in the July 12, 2006, R. M. Smythe & Co. sale; formerly the property of a family for multiple decades. Two small pieces of archival framing tape on the top back edge are the pedigree marks on this example. The first observed by Smythe's catalogers and extremely rare. It is cited in the Stack's Bowers March 2011 lot description as the only other example observed at that time. One of three examples confirmed by us and a significant proof sample sheet. Ex: Smythe & Co. New York City Summer Currency Auction #262, July 12, 2006, lot 2552; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20104, realized $3120.

670. Lot 20104

Description:: Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co. Vignette Proof Sample Sheet - Undated (Ca. 1825 or 1826) and Untitled with Center Imprint Style with Audubon Running Grouse Vignette. PCGS Very Fine 35 Apparent. A second example of this extremely rare vignette proof sample sheet, and another important opportunity. We consider this and the previous sheet as having the initial appearance of the Audubon running grouse vignette. As previous, an India paper Proof on a large sheet, from a single copper plate, by Fairman, Draper, Underwood & Co., with the imprint near the center. Approximately, 32 cm x 41cm. Undated and untitled. No title block, but there are eleven rows with 66 engraved elements. The running grouse in the bottom row, second from the right, is boldly printed and sharp. This sheet was published in the original Peck and Newman article, "Discovered!", as Figure 1. Noted with "Small Splits and Minor Damage; Repairs; Minor Stains." Folded into twelve parts originally. There are some visible streaks of foxing toward the top third and a toned back "twelfth," not visible from the face. The rest of the sheet is vibrant and sharp. Obtained from an important collection of engraver's sheets sold in the July 12, 2006, R. M. Smythe & Co. sale; formerly the property of a family for multiple decades. Two small pieces of archival framing tape on the top back edge are the pedigree marks on this example. The first observed by Smythe's catalogers and extremely rare. It is cited in the Stack's Bowers March 2011 lot description as the only other example observed at that time. One of three examples confirmed by us and a significant proof sample sheet. Ex: Smythe & Co. New York City Summer Currency Auction #262, July 12, 2006, lot 2552; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20104, realized $3120.