Sale 984 — United States Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Thursday, 6-8 April, 2010
Category — 1861-66 Issue (Scott 69-78)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
298
24c Violet, Thin Paper (70c). Deep rich color and detailed impression, choice centering with well proportioned margins, large Boston "Paid" grid cancelEXTREMELY FINE. A BEAUTIFUL USED EXAMPLE OF THE 24-CENT 1861 ISSUE IN THE VIOLET SHADE ON THIN PAPER. A DIFFICULT STAMP TO FIND IN SUCH CHOICE CONDITION.
With 1989 P.F. certificate
2,200
2,800