Lot 1966 o
France, 1871, Ceres, 15c brown bister, small numerals, tête-bêche, vertical pair, "1" dotted star cancel, bright pastel-like color, small edge repair in one stamp, Very Fine appearance, still a very presentable example of this rare tête-bêche pair; with 2015 Roumet certificate. Scott No. 56a var.Maury No. 59b €23,500 ($24,930).
Realized: $2,000