Lot 2221 o
1857, 1¢ blue, type IV, Position 77L1, recut twice at top & once at bottom, beautifully centered with full long perforations on all sides, bold color on bright fresh paper, attractive blue town cancel, Extremely Fine and choice, ex-Vogel; with 2003 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 23 $700.
A CHOICE USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1857 1¢ TYPE IV PERFORATED ISSUE SHOWING SHARP AND CLEAR RECUTTING AT THE TOP AND BOTTOM.
A rare recut variety as there are only four positions on the recut plate which are recut twice at top and once at bottom.
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Realized: $800