Lot
3157 
1861, 3¢ rose, block of 10, very well centered for this large used multiple, deep color, tied on piece by multiple strikes of blue "Martinsburgh, W. Va." cds, Extremely Fine; with 1996 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 65 Estimate $1,000 - 1,500.
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Lot
3158 
1861, 3¢ lake, o.g., lightly hinged, wide margins and remarkably well centered especially for this notoriously off-centered issue, rich vibrant color on fresh paper, Extremely Fine and choice; with 1983 & 1999 P.F. certificates.Scott No. 66 $2,000.
A TRULY OUTSTANDING GEM MINT EXAMPLE OF THE 1861 3¢ LAKE ISSUE WHICH RANKS AS ONE OF THE FINEST KNOWN.
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Realized: $3,750