Lot 280 o
1858, 5¢ brick red, type I, near perfect centering with perforation well clear of design all around, rich vibrant color not often found on this typically pale color issue, neat San Francisco, Cal. town cancel, an Extremely Fine gem; with 2009 P.F. & 2010 P.S.E. certificates, the latter Graded (XF 90, SMQ $5,100).Scott No. 27 $1,450.
ONE OF THE FINEST KNOWN USED EXAMPLES THE 1858 5¢ BRICK RED ISSUE. ONLY SIX EXAMPLES GRADED HIGHER BY THE P.S.E., ALL AT 95.
We are unsure why this has not graded higher, given the centering, outstanding color and crisp cancellation.
Realized: $3,000