24c Violet, Thin Paper (70c). Original gum, deep rich color and proof-like impression, choice centering with well-balanced margins, small gum covered thin spot at top left

VERY FINE APPEARANCE. A RARE ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1861 24-CENT VIOLET ON THIN PAPER.

The 24c 1861 exists in four basic shades of Violet. All four are rare, especially in sound original-gum condition. The stamp offered here is remarkable in that the Violet ink retains much of its purplish hue, especially in the darker engraved areas, which is most unusual among unused or original-gum examples.

With 2001 P.F. certificate

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