Lot 1853
1873, 6¢ dull pink, o.g., never hinged, wide margins, gorgeous brilliant color on bright fresh paper, Superb, a marvelous 6¢ Continental Banknote in never hinged condition; with 1994 P.F. and 2013 P.S.A.G. certificates, the later Graded (98, SSV $3,250 for hinged).Scott No. 159 $400 for hinged.
Realized: $5,000
Lot 1854 o
1873, 12¢ blackish violet, red segmented grid cancel, beautiful deep rich color, Very Fine, a choice and striking color cancel; with 2008 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 162 $155.
Realized: $130
Lot 1855 o
1873, 90¢ rose carmine, well centered with large margins, strong color and impression, bold strike of NYFM Circular Geometric (Weiss GE-EN5) on 90¢ carmine (166), reperfed at top, fresh and Very Fine appearance, a scarce strike on 90¢ value; with 1986 (clear) and 2012 P.F. certificates.Scott No. 166 Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $200
Lot 1856
1875, 2¢ vermilion, slightly disturbed o.g., wide margins, strong bold color, Extremely Fine; with 2013 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 178 $350.
Realized: $450