5c Dark Brown (1a). Positions 68-69L, horizontal pair, original gum, right stamp Dot in "S" and with three dots to left of trifoliate ornament at left (the only such guide dot variety on the plate), large margins all around including trace of adjoining stamp at bottom right, early impression and dark shade

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A BEAUTIFUL SOUND ORIGINAL-GUM PAIR OF THE 5-CENT 1847 ISSUE IN THE DARK BROWN SHADE.

5c 1847 multiples with original gum are rare, especially in this choice condition and from an early state of the plate. This pair has a strong impression that shows the Dot in "S" and the "three dots" variety, neither of which are noted on certificate.

Ex Eubanks. With 1991 and 2020 P.F. certificates (XF-Superb 95)

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