Lot
2255 
1847, 5¢ Red Brown, on deeply blued paper, full original gum which is lightly hinged, four large to huge margins, deep rich color which is wonderfully fresh, Extremely Fine, while there a number of mint 5¢ 1847's, there are very few which display the gem Post Office characteristics of this gorgeous stamp; with 2015 P.F. & 2016 P.S.E. certificates, latter Graded (XF 90, SMQ $13,500).Scott No. 1 $6,750.
PERHAPS THE MOST ATTRACTIVE MINT 1847 5¢ WE HAVE EVER OFFERED - FAR NICER THAN THE GRADE INDICATES DUE TO COLOR, IMPRESSION AND OVERALL QUALITY
ONLY ONE EXAMPLE HAS BEEN GRADED HIGHER BY THE P.S.E.
Realized: $8,000