Lot 1703 ()
1875 Special Printing, 24¢ dull purple, without gum as issued, deep rich color and sharp impression, scissor separated with full intact perfs giving the appearance of balanced oversized margins, Very Fine and choice, a lovely and rare 24¢ Continental Special Printing issue; with 1983 and 2002 P.F. certificates.Scott No. 175 $3,400.