Lot 128 o
1857, 1¢ blue, type III. Pos. 36L4, red "New York" Carrier cancellation, perfectly centered amid near full margins, beautiful rich deep color and proof-like impression on pristine and bright paper, Extremely Fine and choice, a wonderful and striking used gem; with 1986, 1994 P.F. certificates and 2005 P.S.E. graded certificate (XF-Sup 95).Scott No. 21 $2,750.
This is one of five examples attaining the grade of "XF-Superb 95" in the P.S.E. Population Report, with none higher. However, in our opinion this is the most visually appealing of the five, set off by the red Carrier cancel.
Realized: $8,500