Lot 2249 o
1858, 5¢ Indian red, type I, exceptionally well centered with perforations well clear of design, with beautiful intense deep rich Indian red color on bright fresh paper, bold New York town cancel, Extremely Fine and choice; with 1996 P.F. & 2008 P.S.E. certificates, the latter Graded (XF 90, SMQ $8,000).Scott No. 28A $3,500.
A WONDERFUL EXAMPLE OF THIS RARE STAMP WITH THE TRUE RICH INDIAN RED SHADE WITH ONLY ONE GRADING HIGHER (95).
Realized: $4,500