Lot 3043
1863, 24¢ lilac (78), unusually well centered and exceptionally bright and fresh with full, lightly hinged original gum. Extremely Fine and choice.
Scott $2,500
THE REMARKABLE OVERALL FRESHNESS OF THIS 24¢ LILAC, COMBINED WITH ITS EXEMPLARY CENTERING, PLACE IT AMONG THE FINEST EXAMPLES WE HAVE EVER OFFERED.
Expertization: 2000 P.F. Certificate.
Few 24¢ stamps of the 1861 issue have retained the freshness and depth of color of this stamp.
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