1c Blue, Ty. III (8). Plate 4, large even margins all around, deep rich color and detailed impression showing clear breaks at both top and bottom (the characteristic of the type), light strike of circular datestamp cancels

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE IMPERFORATE ONE-CENT TYPE III, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E. A MAGNIFICENT STAMP IN EVERY RESPECT.

Type III is defined by breaks in the outer lines at both top and bottom. Many Type III stamps have breaks that were created or enlarged by plate wear. Since the wear occurred over a period of time, the majority of stamps of this type (both unused and used) has small breaks in at least one line. This stamp is notable both for its overall condition and also for the clear breaks which are evident at both top and bottom.

With 2007 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $13,600.00). This is the highest grade awarded to date, and only two others share this desirable grade.

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