Lot
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Mexico, Victoria 2r Emerald, strip of four on official cover and cancelled Franco en Escandon (Schatzkes 1825), two left stamps had wormholes which have been very skillfully repaired, stunning Extremely Fine appearance, ex-Jones; with 1988 M.E.P.S.I. certificate (prior to restoration). Scott No. 3b Estimate $3,000 - 4,000.
NO LARGER MULTIPLES OF 2R EMERALDS ARE RECORDED (FROM ANY DISTRICT) AND OF THE TWO OR THREE KNOWN STRIPS, THIS IS THE ONLY ONE ON COVER. ONE OF THE GLORIES OF THE 1856 ISSUE.
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Realized: $6,750