Lot 2710 o
1871, 7¢ vermilion, I. grill, N.B.N.C. printing, several rows of unusually clear grill points, vivid shade with rich color, outstanding centering, neat strike of unlisted New York Foreign Mail Geometric cancel, Extremely Fine and choice, ex-Myerson; with 2016 P.F. certificate Graded (XF 90, SSV $2,750).Scott No. 138A $800.
A GORGEOUS AND RARE USED EXAMPLE OF THE 7¢ 1870 NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY I GRILL WITH A FACE FREE NEW YORK FOREIGN MAIL GEOMETRIC CANCEL.
Accompanying certificate states that this is VW Type F22, however that is incorrect as this is much smaller and differs in shape. Unlisted in Kirke.
Realized: $3,250