Lot
1728 
1857, 1¢ blue, type III, o.g., never hinged (couple natural gum skips), well centered with outerline breaks at top and bottom clearly visible, deep rich plate 4 color, bright and fresh, Very Fine and choice, one of two known in mint never hinged condition; with 1990 and 1995 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 21 $17,500 for hinged.
THE FINEST KNOWN NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1857 1¢ TYPE III ISSUE - A TRUE CONDITION RARITY.
Realized: $17,000