Lot 2438 o
1861, 24¢ violet, thin paper, perfectly centered amid beautifully balanced margins, strong vibrant violet color and a deep detailed impression, bold red grid cancel, Extremely Fine to Superb, ex-V. Morris; with 1992 P.F. & 2008 P.S.E. certificates, the latter Graded (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $9,000).Scott No. 70c $2,250.
A REMARKABLE EXAMPLE OF THE RARE 1861 24¢ VIOLET SHADE. THIS IS ONE OF FIVE RECORDED IN THIS GRADE, WITH NONE GRADED HIGHER.
Realized: $5,000