Lot
340 
Postage Due, 1879, 50¢ Deep Brown, Special Printing, disturbed o.g., bold distinctive deep brown color and sharp proof-like impression, attractively centered amid wide margins, bright and fresh, Very Fine and choice; with 2013 P.S.E. certificate. Scott No. J14 $8,000.
AMONG THE FINEST KNOWN EXAMPLES OF THE POSTAGE DUE 1879 50¢ SPECIAL PRINTING ISSUE.
It has been estimated than approximately 175 50¢ postage due special printing issues where issued. A large percentage of the known examples today are either faulty, without gum or poorly centered.
Realized: $5,000