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Auction: 13USA - The Westchester Collection
Lot: 15

#107, 12c Black re-issue, a superlative mint example of this rare re-issue, possessing absolutely perfect centering amid the most lavish margins imaginable, intense ""jet"" black color and an impression that is fabulously detailed on bright fresh paper, full clean o.g., lightly hinged, superb.[cr][lf][cr][lf]In recent years the rarity of gem quality original gum examples of the 1875 Re-issues have become more appreciated and is reflected in increasingly impressive auction realizations they attract. When an original gum example appears at auction that boasts all of the physical attributes even the most demanding condition conscious collector could hope for, the competition is fierce and the final realizations often record breaking. Such a record breaking realization is in store for this magnificent example. Of the mere 389 copies sold of this value, we doubt this stamp´s equal exists. A stamp destined for placement in a collection that restricts itself to only the finest available quality.[cr][lf][cr][lf]Accompanied by 1974 and 1997 PF certificates; ex-Lewer Estimate US$ 15,000-18,000

Sold for
$21,000