Lot 161
1869, 90¢ carmine & black, without grill (122a), well centered with large margins, brilliant color, a finely detailed impression and full, lightly hinged original gum; exceptionally fresh and Extremely Fine for this rare variety.
Scott $24,000
AN OUTSTANDING MINT EXAMPLE OF THE RARE UNGRILLED 90¢ 1869 PICTORIAL, ONLY FIVE OF WHICH HAVE BEEN CERTIFIED AS SOUND WITH FULL ORIGINAL GUM BY THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION.
Expertization: 1991 & 2004 PF Certificates.
Provenance: Gorham
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