6c Carmine, I. Grill (137A). Original gum, clearly defined grill, vivid color, three wide margins, centered slightly to bottom but perfs clear

FINE. A RARE ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 6-CENT I GRILL, WHICH HAS BEEN ELEVATED TO MAJOR CATALOGUE NUMBER STATUS.

The Scott Specialized Catalogue elevated the I Grills to major catalogue numbers beginning with the 2013 edition. For years we have differentiated between the two grill types in our auctions and pointed out the rarity of many of the I grills -- especially in original gum condition. Now, with major catalogue listings, the I Grills have taken their rightful place alongside the 1867-68 Grilled Issues, which have long been differentiated in the Scott Catalogue. The 6c I Grill is rare in original-gum condition. We have not offered another example identified as an I Grill since our 1999 sale of the Lewis F. Golin collection.

With 2006 P.F. certificate not specifying the grill type

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