Sale 937 — 2007 Rarities of the World
Sale Date — Saturday, 16 June, 2007
Category — 1880 American Bank Note Co. Special Printing
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24c Dark Violet, Special Printing (200). Without gum as issued, rich color on bright paper, choice centering with wide marginsVERY FINE AND CHOICE EXAMPLE OF THE 1880 24-CENT AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY SPECIAL PRINTING.
Our recent review of records at the Philatelic Foundation found approximately 66 certified copies of Scott 200. Very few compare favorably to the example offered here.
Ex Phillips and West. With 1967 and 1994 P.F. certificates. P.S.E. encapsulated (VF 80; SMQ $14,000.00)
9,500
11,000