15c Brown & Blue, Ty. II (119). Original gum, lightly hinged, intense colors, choice centering with wide and nicely balanced margins

EXTREMELY FINE. A FRESH AND BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT TYPE II 1869 PICTORIAL ISSUE. ONE OF THE FEW IN EXISTENCE WITH ORIGINAL GUM, CHOICE CENTERING AND FRESHNESS OF COLOR.

Even though the supply of Type II stamps (Scott 119) is more plentiful than its Type I counterpart (Scott 118), we have found that it is at least as difficult to find in such superb condition. This Type II is both centered and lightly hinged, and the vignette is nicely aligned to the frame, something that perfectionists will appreciate.

With 1995, 2001, and 2022 P.F. certificates (XF 90). By way of comparison, P.S.E. has only graded two at 90, which is the highest grade awarded in this gum category.

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