Lot 800 E
1861, 3¢ Washington, N.B.N.C. "Premiere Gravure" essay, in brown rose, finished plate essay on semi-transparent stamp paper, perf'd and gummed (formerly No. 56), o.g., never hinged, well centered for this notoriously off centered issue, rich deep color and very fresh, Very Fine, a choice example of this "Premiere Gravure" issue, especially so in never hinged condition; with 2022 P.S.A.G. certificate.Scott Nos. 65-E15h $650 for hinged.
Realized: $475