Lot 1768
1867, 5¢ brown, F. grill (95), near perfect centering with fresh vibrant color and a deeply etched impression, full lightly hinged original gum, Extremely Fine and choice.
Scott $3,500
AN EXCEPTIONAL MINT EXAMPLE OF THE RARE MINT 5¢ F. GRILL.
Expertization: 1995 & 2004 P.F. Certificates.
The 5¢ 1867 grill is widely recognized as one of the most difficult of these issues to locate in gem mint condition. Few have retained their original gum while remaining free of faults, and only a tiny fraction of these are as well centered as this choice example.
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