Lot 1539 o
1857, 1¢ blue, type II, plate 11 or 12, red circular New York carrier date stamp cancel, exceptional centering amid wide balanced margins, rich deep color, Extremely Fine to Superb, a stunning gem; with 2011 P.F. & 2020 P.S.A.G. certificates, the latter Graded (95, SSV $2,500).Scott No. 20 $260+.
AN OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF THE 1857 1¢ TYPE II ISSUE BEARING A COMPLEMENTARY COLOR CANCEL.
Realized: $1,600