Lot
3380 
1870, 90¢ carmine, N.B.N.C. printing, o.g., lightly hinged (light bend, not mentioned on cert.), well centered with large margins, vibrant Post Office fresh color, detailed impression with full perforations, Very Fine and choice; with 2000 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 155 $5,000.
A WONDERFUL ORIGINAL GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 90¢ UNGRILLED NATIONAL BANK NOTE ISSUE.
Most of the original gum specimens suffer from poor centering. This particular example stands out due to its exceptional centering, vibrant color, generous margins and overall visual appeal.
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Realized: $2,300
Lot 3381 o
1870, 90¢ carmine, N.B.N.C. printing, nice strike of rare Registered cds in red, beautifully centered with nice even margin, deep shade, Extremely Fine, a lovely stamp with this red Registry circular datestamp; with 1999 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 155 $400.
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Realized: $450