Lot
2122 
1863, 24¢ lilac, full o.g., well centered amid nicely balanced margins (especially so for this issue), bright fresh color with sharp impression, Very Fine and choice, a lovely original gum example of this very difficult issue; with 1999 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 78 $2,750.
AN CHOICE MINT ORIGINAL GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1863 24¢ LILAC ISSUE.
Realized: $1,900