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Auction: 13USA - The Westchester Collection
Lot: 28

#157, 2c Brown, magnificently fresh example in outstanding overall condition, possessing incredibly intense color and impression which is wonderfully contrasted by its brilliantly white paper, marvelously well centered within extravagantly large margins, immaculate o.g., never hinged, extremely fine gem.[cr][lf][cr][lf]All of the Bank Note issues are notoriously difficult to find in premium condition and they are especially challenging to find never hinged as well. That is what makes this stamp so extraordinary - its combination of outstanding physical characteristics and its never hinged state. A superb never hinged 1873 Two Cent Continental Bank Note stamp in the finest condition attainable.[cr][lf][cr][lf]Accompanied by a 1999 PF certificate. Estimate US$ 3,000-3,500

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