1883, 2¢ red brown. Tied by perfect strike of fancy U.S. Mail in Padlock cancel on cover to Lake Village, N.H., matching "Stoneham, Mass. Sep 1" cds alongside, 1884 docketing at top; cover slightly reduced at sides, Extremely Fine and choice, a superb strike of this very scarce fancy cancel; with 2005 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 210  Estimate $500 - 750. $0 (Image)

1883, 2¢ red brown. Tied by Fruitland, Md. cds & additionally cancelled by fancy Skull & Crossbones handstamp centrally struck on cover, second town strike at left; stamp with trivial perf toning, Very Fine. Scott No. 210  Estimate $100 - 150. $0 (Image)

1883, 2¢ red brown. O.g., lightly hinged, perfectly centered amid uncommonly large margins, brilliant color and exceptional freshness, an Extremely Fine gem, rarely encountered so choice; with 2004 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 210  $43. $0 (Image)

1883, 2¢ red brown. O.g., lightly hinged, precision centering amid large margins, gorgeous rich brilliant color, very fresh, Extremely Fine and choice; with 2003 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 210  $43. $0 (Image)