#323-27 LOUISIANA PURCHASE MINT PLATE BLOCKS NH OG 1904 Start Price USD 6,000.00 Current Price USD 6,000.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, September 24, 2008 End Time Friday, October 24, 2008 Location Almost Heaven WV See more about '#323-27 LOUISIANA PURCHASE MINT PLATE BLOCKS NH OG 1904' Description On April 30, 1904,the USPS issued a set of five stamps commemorating the"Louisiana Purchase".The Louisiana Purchase,obtained from France in 1803 for $15 million,almost doubled the size of the U.S.and encouraged westward expansion.For your collection:a very rarely offered and truly unique complete setof all five mint plate blocks from that issue.The five stamps were issued in denominations of1c, 2c, 3c, 5c, and 10c, and portray:Robert R. Livingston,Thomas Jefferson,James Monroe,William McKinley,Map of Louisiana Purchase.All five are in excellent condition, with no separations,and have never been hinged with all original gum.(please see photos below)This very rare set of five historical plate blocks would obviouslymake a fantastic addition for any collection!They appear to be F-VF with the exception of #328 which is a little nicer.Even though I am not a dealer or professional grader,I can see this set has exceptional eye appeal!The statements above about grade are strictly my opinion.Since grading is such a subjective art,please judge the condition yourself based on thelarge detailed pictures provided below and judge for yourself. Thank you for looking, and please check my other auction listings for more stamps, covers, coins, comic books, ties, plus many other items of interest. This item requires both a $2.20 Signature Confirmation,and Registered Mail charge with insurance,which is reflected in the shipping and handling costs.Shipping discounts are available, for multiple item purchases. Payment is expected by PayPal within 5 business days. Items will be shipped via USPS First Class or Priority Mail, or First Class or Priority Mail International. All U.S. Mail includes Delivery Confirmation and proof of mailing.  International Mail includes Customs Declaration Number and proof of mailing. All items will be shipped in a padded envelope or USPS Priority cardboard box,with a tracking number for all U.S. shipments. Thank you once again for looking,and please check my other auction listingsfor more stamps, covers, coins, comic books, ties,plus many other items of interest.   Place a Bid!