Lot 193
1873, 30¢ gray black, o.g., lightly hinged, near perfect centering and evenly balanced margins, strong vibrant color, Extremely Fine to Superb, this is the highest grade and is one of two recorded; with 1991 P.F. and 2004 P.S.E. certificates, the latter Graded (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $16,000).Scott No. 165 $3,750.
AN TRULY EXCEPTIONAL MINT ORIGINAL GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1873 30¢ CONTINENTAL BANKNOTE ISSUE.
Realized: $9,500