Lot
1649 
1857, 1¢ blue, type IIIa, plate 11, o.g., lightly hinged, magnificently centered amid large margins with full design completely showing, rich vibrant color and pristine P.O. fresh, a truly remarkable example of this elusive stamp from plate 11; with 2011 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF 90, SMQ $5,750 without plate 11 premium). Scott No. 22 $2,600.