Lot
258 
1870, 24¢ purple, full o.g., neatly hinged once at top, exceptional centering within well balanced margins, strong color, Extremely Fine and choice; with 2003 and 2013 P.F. certificates, the latter Graded (XF 90, SMQ $4,900). Scott No. 153 $1,800.
A CHOICE ORIGINAL GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 24¢ NATIONAL BANK NOTE ISSUE.
Realized: $2,500