90c Dull Carmine, Special Printing (202). Without gum as issued, brilliant color, long and full perforations, trivial natural inclusion behind head

VERY FINE . A SCARCE SOUND EXAMPLE OF THE 90-CENT 1880 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY SPECIAL PRINTING. ONLY 41 ARE KNOWN TO EXIST.

Our census of Scott 202 contains approximately 41 certified copies. The 90c 1880 Special Printing on soft paper is notorious for its condition. Thins or more serious faults affect about half of the known examples.

Census No. 202-UNC-04. Ex "Country Gentleman" (Siegel Sale 422, 1972) where acquired by the current owner. Small blue "W.H.C. " (Colson) backstamp. With 1973 P.F. certificate

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