1870, 2¢ red brown, block of seven with 1¢ ultramarine (145) on reverse plus 3¢ green (147) on front, all tied by cork cancels on orange buff cover to Sherburne Ky., "Decatur Ill. Sep 22" cds, unusual blue "Registered No., Decatur, Ill. Sep 20 1873" oval handstamp at lower left, some edge wear, Very Fine. Scott Nos. 146  Estimate $300 - 400. $0 (Image)

1870, 2¢ red brown, neat face-free cancel, perfect centering amid beautifully balanced margins, rich vibrant color, Extremely Fine to Superb, a wonderful used gem; with 2014 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $250). Scott No. 146  $20. $0 (Image)

1870, 2¢ red brown, H. grill, o.g., lightly hinged, brilliant color, clear grill impression, fresh and Very Fine; with 1992 and 2004 P.F. certificates. Scott No. 135  $1,000. $0 (Image)

1870, 2¢ red brown, H. grill, fancy four-point star cancel, choice centering amid oversized and well balanced margins, gorgeous rich color, an Extremely Fine jumbo, rarely encountered so large; with 2002 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 135  $80. $0 (Image)