Lot 1024
1851, 12¢ black (17), ample to large margins including partial bottom sheet margin, intense prooflike color and impression. Full o.g. that is lightly hinged. Choice Extremely Fine.
Scott $5,250
A SUPERB AND EXCEEDINGLY RARE MINT 12¢ 1851.
Expertization: 2002 P.F. Certificate.
Choice mint examples of the 12¢ are much more rare than one might imagine. There were none in many of the most famous collections including Zoellner and Floyd. This magnificent example meets the criteria of the most discerning collector.
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