Sale 937 — 2007 Rarities of the World

Sale Date — Saturday, 16 June, 2007

Category — 1861-66 Issue

Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
84
 
Sale 937, Lot 84, 1861-66 Issue24c Violet, Thin Paper (70c). Choice centering with balanced margins, deep rich color and proof-like impression nicely complemented by blue Springfield double-circle datestamp

EXTREMELY FINE. A GORGEOUS USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1860 24-CENT VIOLET ON THIN PAPER. A DIFFICULT STAMP TO FIND IN SUCH CHOICE CONDITION.

This is especially desirable with the blue town cancel, which leaves the entire design clearly visible.

1,705
2,600