Lot 3074
1869, 15¢ brown & blue, type I, without grill (118a), beautifully centered with wide balanced margins, stunning, rich colors, fresh, crisp paper and full original gum. Extremely Fine and choice. Scott $13,000
UNQUESTIONABLY ONE OF THE FINEST 15¢ TYPE I 1869 PICTORIALS WITHOUT GRILL OF WHICH ONLY A SMALL NUMBER OF SOUND EXAMPLES ARE KNOWN.
Expertization: 1983 and 2002 P.F. Certificates.
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Realized $17,000 |