Lot 180
o
1871, 7¢ vermilion, grilled (138), virtually perfectly centered with radiant color and a beautifully struck fancy New York "rosette" with part of duplexed c.d.s. at bottom and bit of red transit marking on right perfs; a fresh, choice, Extremely Fine Gem.
Scott $550
AN EXTRAORDINARY 7¢ GRILL WITH EXCEPTIONAL CENTERING, REMARKABLE COLOR AND A STRIKING CANCELLATION.
Expertization: 1999 PF Certificate.
This cancel is similar to New York's foreign mail cancels but is part of a duplex device that was used only domestically. It is normally seen on 2¢ drop letters and is quite rare on the higher values.
|
| |
| Realized $425 |
