Sale 317


 
Lot 1311



1861, 3¢ pigeon blood pink (64a), virtually perfect centering, with bright color on fresh paper, original gum. Extremely Fine. SMQ $37,400.
Scott $30,000

THERE ARE FEW SURVIVING MINT EXAMPLES OF THIS RARE SHADE. THE PRESENT STAMP MAY WELL BE THE FINEST EXTANT.

Expertization: 2001 P.F., 2000 and 2007 P.S.E. Certificates, the latter graded XF 90.

The SMQ price is not based on any sales and is irrelevant for this stamp.


 
Realized $75,000



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