Lot
2070 
New York, N.Y., 1845, 5¢ black on bluish, signed "ACM" Connected, positions 14-15, horizontal pair, full Post Office fresh original gum, ample to large margins, strong bold color, Extremely Fine and choice; with 1994 and 2006 P.F. certificates. Scott No. 9X1 $5,750 for no gum.
THIS IS THE ONLY KNOWN MINT PAIR OF THE NEW YORK 1845 5¢ POSTMASTER PROVISIONAL ISSUE THAT IS SOUND AND RETAINS ITS FULL ORIGINAL GUM THAT WE ARE AWARE OF.
Scott pricing note states: "Nos. 9X1-9X3 and varieties unused are valued without gum. Examples with original gum are extremely scarce and will command higher prices." .
Realized: $8,000