Sale 287


 
Lot 1402



1857, 3¢ claret, type II (26 var.), virtually perfectly centered with intense color and a razor sharp impression. O.g., never hinged. (slightly "short-gummed" at top as the stamp is a top row copy). A choice Extremely Fine gem.
Scott $170 for hinged

Expertization: 1998 P.F. Certificate that shows the original top sheet margin.

 
Realized $725



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