7053

HB-157, EP-169, S-111, Reed-IH24. Twenty-Four Cents. “HUNT & NASH - IRVING HOUSE." New York. Plain F

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HB-157, EP-169, S-111, Reed-IH24. Twenty-Four Cents. “HUNT & NASH - IRVING HOUSE.  New York. Plain F
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4,400.00USD+ buyer's premium (880.00)
This item SOLD at 2021 Mar 12 @ 18:59UTC-8 : PST/AKDT

Lot: 7053
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Title: HB-157, EP-169, S-111, Reed-IH24. Twenty-Four Cents. “HUNT & NASH - IRVING HOUSE." New York. Plain Frame. Choice Extremely Fine.
Description: Rated as Rarity-9 (2 to 4 Known) according to Fred Reed. A virtually impossible to locate Encased Postage Stamp rarity with only four examples thought to exist. Very desirable with its violet George Washington stamp with original deep color and centered to the left. The mica is crystal clear and unbroken, appearing perfect. The case is a lovely natural golden-chestnut brass in color having no marks or detractions. Only the slightest of wear from circulation is present. The reverse displays sharp distinct legends. There were only two others sold in the John J. Ford, Jr. Collection Sale in June 2004. Early American History Auction of December 10, 2011 Lot 273 specimen graded Choice EF and sold for $5,310 and we sold a Choice XF in our March 2018, Lot 2299 Michigan Collection for $3600. This EP number is lacking in virtually every collection.
Low Estimate: 4000
High Estimate: 5000
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