Lot
3177 
Envelope, 1875, Plimpton Issue, 2¢ reddish brown on orange, Die 52, Centennial Special Printing, unused cut square 33 x 37mm, brilliant color with perfect embossing, bright and fresh paper, trivial bit of discoloration in right side corners (not present on certs.), Very Fine; with 1960 & 2004 P.F. certificates.Scott No. U140A $17,500.
A BEAUTIFUL AND RARE CUT SQUARE OF THE 2¢ BROWN RED ON ORANGE CENTENNIAL SPECIAL PRINTING.
Realized: $2,000