Documentary, 1871, Second Issue, $500 "Persian Rug", manuscript 1872 year date cancellation, well centered with full perforation teeth around, colors rich and vibrant, Very Fine, a rare sound example, Scott catalog value for a very fine appearing example with light cut cancel or minor flaws, ex Weill; with 1989 P.F. and 2014 P.S.E. certificates. Scott No. R133  $17,500. A WONDERFUL EXAMPLE OF THE $500 PERSIAN RUG ISSUE, ONE OF THE FEW COMPLETELY SOUND EXAMPLES IN EXISTENCE. $0 (Image)