Lot 2474 o
1861, 90¢ blue, neat unobtrusive large Boston "Paid" in grid cancel leaving most of design unobscured, perfectly centered amid large beautifully balanced margins all around, strong bold color on bright fresh paper, an Extremely Fine gem, ex-Kirke; with 2003 P.F. & 2014 P.S.E. certificates, the latter Graded (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $3,250).Scott No. 72 $600.
A SUPERB GEM AND ONE OF THE PRETTIEST 1861 90¢ BLUE HIGH VALUES WE HAVE EVER OFFERED, WHICH IN OUR OPINION STACKS UP FAVORABLY AGAINST ANY OF THE FIVE STAMPS GRADED HIGHER.
Realized: $5,750