Lot 433 o
Proprietary, 1875, 5¢ Black, Rouletted, beautifully centered with strong color and impression, very light manuscript leaves the design fully visible, an Extremely Fine gem; with 1997 P.F. certificate.Scott No. RB16c $1,850.
THE FINEST RECORDED EXAMPLE OF THE 5¢ 1875 PROPRIETARY ROULETTED ISSUE.
Most examples of this stamp are badly centered. This example is extraordinary with outstanding centering, light cancellation and strong color.
Realized: $1,200