Lot 2018
1869, 2¢ brown (113), centered with near mathematical precision amid perfectly balanced margins, deep, rich color on bright white paper with impeccably fresh, never hinged original gum with just a spot of offset from another 2¢ (of no import and mentioned only for accuracy), a choice, Extremely Fine gem.
Scott $675 for never hinged
AN EXQUISITELY FRESH AND PERFECTLY CENTERED MINT SINGLE, QUITE POSSIBLY WITHOUT EQUAL.
Expertization: 1996 PF Certificate.
Again, we pored over dozens and dozens of auction catalogues without ever encountering a never hinged single that could begin to rival the present 2¢brown for freshness, color and centering.
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