
Lot
3176
Wrapper, 1874, Plimpton Issue, 2¢ vermilion on manila, Die 51, unused cut square 33 x 38mm, bright color and fresh paper, couple small thin spots which do not detract, otherwise Extremely Fine; with 1995 P.F. certificate. UPSS No. 317.Scott No. W138 $25,000.
ONE OF THE GREAT RARITIES OF POSTAL STATIONERY COLLECTING.
Only one entire is known (ex-White), but it is a "Specimen". Only a small handful of cut squares are recorded.
Realized: $4,250
