Lot 1656
1879, 10¢ brown, without secret mark (187 var.), double paper variety with large, beautifully balanced margins, rich warm color on fresh, lightly hinged original gum. An Extremely Fine and choice example of this rare variety. An unbelievable gem.
Scott $6,000
ONE OF ONLY FOUR RECORDED EXAMPLES, THIS BEING THE LOWER LEFT STAMP FROM THE DISCOVERY BLOCK OF FOUR.
Expertization: 2003 P.F. Certificate for block of four.
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