Auction #677 The Larkspur Collection of Quality United States Singles and Revenue Issues

1857, 1¢ blue, type III (Scott 21), barely touched by black cancellation along a couple perforations at upper right, the quintessential example of this scarce used type II stamp; perfectly centered amid large even margins with captivating deep rich color; a stunning GEM that's beyond description; this stamp is 1 of only 9 examples to achieve this impressive grade from P.S.E., and is THE HIGHEST GRADED Scott #21, according to P.S.E.'s population report, Extremely Fine to Superb, with 1994 P.F.C. and 2005 P.S.E. certificate graded XF-SUP 95.
SMQ XF-SUP 95; $9,750.
Scott $1,800.
Estimate $7,500 - 10,000.