7c Scarlet Vermilion, Special Printing (196). Without gum as issued, brilliant color on bright paper, choice centering with wide margins

EXTREMELY FINE. A VIBRANT AND SUPERBLY CENTERED EXAMPLE OF THE 1880 7-CENT AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY SPECIAL PRINTING.

Our recent review of records at the Philatelic Foundation found approximately 83 certified copies of Scott 196. The centering and quality of this stamp places it among the top ten ranked by condition.

With 1958 and 1998 P.F. certificates. P.S.E. encapsulated (VF-XF 85; SMQ $15,800.00). Only two VF-XF 85's are in the current P.S.E. Population Report (one has graded higher).

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