Lot 77
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1870, 24¢ purple, H. grill (142), outstanding centering, pate pastel shade characteristic of the genuine examples. Light cancel. Very Fine. Scott $6,500
A TRULY STELLAR EXAMPLE OF THE RARE 24¢ NATIONAL GRILLED. IT IS A PLEASURE TO SEE A CHOICE EXAMPLE COLLECTED DURING THE EARLIER DAYS, THIS STAMP WAS SUBMITTED TO THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION IN 1957 BY GEORGE SLOANE AND SIGNED BY HIM.
Expertization: with 1957 P.F. certificate.
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Realized $9,000 |