2c Black, Z. Grill (85B). Part original gum, clearly-defined grill incl. additional grill impression in selvage at right, intense shade and impression, small ink mark at top of head

VERY FINE. A RARE UNUSED EXAMPLE OF THE 1868 2-CENT Z GRILL. PARTICULARLY DESIRABLE WITH THE GRILLED SELVAGE.

This stamp is one of the pieces of evidence supporting our theory that the Z and F Grills were used in succession on the same machine, while the D and E Grills were used in succession on another machine. Additional grills on Z/F Grill selvage always occurs at the sides, while additional grills on D/E Grills always occur at the top or bottom.

With 1955 P.F. certificate

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