Lot 1475
1874, 2¢ vermilion on manila, die 1 (W127), folded mint entire, U.P.S.S. #302 ($2750), strong embossing for this very difficult paper, beautiful color. Two tiny shallow surface thin spots on reverse (when folded). Otherwise Very Fine. Scott $3,000
A GREAT RARITY; THE U.P.S.S. REPORTS POSSIBLY ONLY TEN KNOWN WITH SEVERAL OF THOSE IN BEING POOR CONDITION.
Provenance: Barkhausen
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Realized $4,000 |