Lot
2056 
Mexico, 1866, Eagle (5th Period), ½r lilac, Mexico, cons 1-1866, o.g., hinge remnant, bright color, Very Fine and choice; with 2018 M.E.P.S.I. certificate. Scott No. 20c Estimate $3,000 - 4,000.
BELIEVED TO BE THE ONLY KNOWN MINT EXAMPLE OF THE 1866 ½ EAGLE ISSUE FROM THE FIFTH PERIOD -A GREAT EAGLE ISSUE RARITY.
This issue is only known from two consignments, 1-1866 and 17-1866 (both Mexico districts). It is believed that only 400 where sent in 1866. About ten used examples are known of which most are faulty.
Realized: $3,500