Lot 371
 
1918, $2 orange red & black (523), top margin arrow and plate no. block of eight, exceptionally well centered with rich color, solid perforations and never hinged original gum; fresh and choice, Extremely Fine.
Scott $18,000
ONLY A SMALL NUMBER OF #523 PLATE BLOCKS HAVE SURVIVED IN NEVER HINGED CONDITION; IN FACT, THIS IS THE ONLY NH EXAMPLE CERTIFIED BY THE P.F.—WITH ITS CHOICE CENTERING AND PRISTINE ORIGINAL GUM, THIS MAY WELL BE THE FINEST 1918 $2 PLATE BLOCK IN EXISTENCE.
Expertization: 2007 PF Certificate.
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| Realized $14,000 |
