Lot
594 
Mexico, Porte de Mar, 1875, 25c black, "5" added to 2c value, includes pair and single with no overprint and two singles with Vera Cruz district overprint, Very Fine, ex-Schimmer. Scott No. JX9a Estimate $150 - 200.
The 2c denomination was not included in the composite sheets that were issued at first. Instead it was printed in sheets of 56 stamps. With the 25c value most in demand, the 2c plate was worked over by adding figures of "5".
Realized: $160