Die Proofs numbered X-G-8 in Orange and Black
Only one plate was used for the 1$.
It was used for both Wet and Dry printings and had only upper imprints.
A band of Type D lathework replaced the lower imprints.
Plate 1
Type D lathework
There were markings in the left and right margins to indicate where the pane of 400 stamps should be cut horizontaly.
A set of pyramid guides lines in the left margin, and the words "R GAUGE" and a guide arrow in the right margin.
One pane of 100 stamps was printed imperforate probably as a favour
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