Lot 3280
Proprietary, 1873, $5 green & black, violet paper (RB10a), well centered, deep rich color and outstanding impression. Original gum. Negligible tiny corner crease. Still Very Fine and choice. Scott $8,000
$5 PROPRIETARY ISSUE STAMPS ARE ALMOST ALWAYS FAULTY DUE TO THEIR LARGE SIZE. THIS STAMP, DESPITE THE TINY CREASE, IS ONE OF THE FINER MINT EXAMPLES AVAILABLE.
Expertization: 2002 P.F. Certificate.
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Realized $12,000 |