1863, 2¢ black, o.g., very lightly hinged, choice centering, rich deep color, Extremely Fine, a lovely mint Blackjack. Scott No. 73  $375. $0 (Image)

1863, 2¢ black, die I, large die proof, large "Specimen" overprint in red, on India mounted on card (72x89mm), Very Fine, a very rare N.B.N.Co. salesman sample book proof, Scott catalog $10,000 for normal large die proof; with 1977 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 73P1 var.  Estimate $1,000 - 1,500. $0 (Image)