Lot 489
Mexico, 1867, Gothic "Mexico", 2r black on pink, printed on both sides, reverse with both a direct and offset impression, in combination with 1867, Gothic "Mexico", 1r black on green (36) on 1868 folded letter sheet to San Luis Potosi, tied by Mexico cds's (Schatzkes 821); stamp lifted to confirm variety and placed back, cover expertly repaired internal cover hole and reinforced, otherwise Very Fine; signed J.K. Bash, with 1997 M.E.P.S.I. certificate.Scott No. 37a Estimate $2,500 - 3,500.
THE UNIQUE ON COVER EXAMPLE OF THE 1867 2R BLACK ON PINK WITH GOTHIC "MEXICO" OVERPRINT, PRINTED ON BOTH SIDES VARIETY.
Realized: $1,500