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Lot 296



Postage Due, 1884, 5¢ red brown (J18), virtually perfectly centered with deep rich color and flawless, never hinged original gum. Extremely Fine and choice. Scott Stamp Values $2,500.
Scott $1,450

UNDOUBTEDLY AMONG THE FINEST EXAMPLES OF THIS KEY POSTAGE DUE IN EXISTENCE-ONLY ONE OTHER AT THIS GRADE BY THE PF, NONE HIGHER, AND THE HIGHEST GIVEN BY THE PSE IS AN 85J.

Expertization: with 1991 and 2015 P.F. certificate, letter graded XF 90.

 
Realized $2,500



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