Lot 105
1862, 5¢ red brown (75), exceptionally well centered with warm, rich color, a finely detailed impression and full, lightly hinged original gum; fresh and choice Extremely Fine.
Scott $5,750
A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL MINT EXAMPLE OF THIS NOTORIOUSLY TIGHTLY MARGINED, POORLY CENTERED STAMP.
Expertization: 1991 & 2003 PF Certificates.
Provenance: Gorham
The 5¢ red brown is exceedingly rare in mint condition. Of the few sound, well centered mint singles in existence, this example is one of the finest to have been certified.
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