1873, 6¢ Dull Pink, used with 1873, 3¢ green, both tied by French auxiliary "Trouve a la Boite/ P. 35" (Found in the Box) framed marking on 1874 cover to Paris, France, red "New York 'Paid' Aug 25" exchange cds, blue Brest (9.7) entry cds and small red "PD" framed h.s., "Forwarded by Munroe & Co." oval backstamp and remailed with France 15c. ceres perf. issue to Paris street address; flap tear, Very Fine, an unusual use with the French auxiliary marking tying the stamps. Scott No. 159 + 158  Estimate $300 - 400. $0 (Image)

1873, 6¢ Dull Pink, remarkably well centered, bright and fresh, cancelled by scarce strike of NYFM geometric (Weiss GE-EP7), Extremely Fine and choice; with 2003 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 159  Estimate $200 - 300. $0 (Image)

1873, 6¢ Dull Pink, centered with mathematical precision and featuring wide margins, lovely pastel color and pristine, never hinged o.g.; an absolutely Superb gem and quite likely the finest example in existence; with 1982, 2000 & 2006 PF certificates, the last Graded (Superb 98 - the sole highest grade awarded by either the P.F. or P.S.E. - SSV $3,250). Scott No. 159  $400 for hinged. $0 (Image)