Lot 3327 o
1869, 24¢ green & violet, large even margins & choice centering, wonderful Post Office fresh colors, vivid red cork cancel, Extremely Fine and choice, ex-Myerson; with 2015 P.F. certificate, Graded XF 90.Scott No. 120 $1,150.
A STUNNING EXAMPLE OF THE 24¢ 1869 ISSUE WITH A "PAINT RED" CANCEL, WHOSE BEAUTY IS A SIGHT TO BEHOLD.
Typically, United States classic issues command a premium when they bear red cancels. Nevertheless, the nearly twofold premium for a red-cancellation on the 24¢ 1869 bicolor underscores its significant appeal.
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Realized: $2,200