Lot 1140
1870, 2¢ red brown, grilled (135), exceptionally well centered within balanced margins, particularly deep color and sharp impression on fresh paper, clearly defined grill. Never hinged original gum. Extremely Fine. SMQ $2,900 for XF 90 hinged.
Scott $1,300 as hinged
A REMARKABLY FRESH EXAMPLE OF THE 2¢ 1870 GRILLED ISSUE THAT IS RARE IN THIS CHOICE MINT NEVER HINGED CONDITION.
Expertization: 2006 P.F. Certificate graded XF 90.
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