1c Blue, Ty. III (21). Plate 4, choice centering, deep rich color and detailed impression, showing clear breaks at both top and bottom (the defining characteristic of the type), red New York City carrier datestamp with integral 1c rate

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1857 ONE-CENT TYPE III, WITH GORGEOUS CENTERING, COLOR AND A RED CARRIER CANCEL.

Due to the narrow vertical spacing on Plate 4, stamps are most typically found with the perforations impinging on a portion of the design. The example offered here, centered so that the type characteristics are clearly visible and with a red carrier cancel, is truly remarkable.

With 2003 P.F. certificate

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