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HB-138 EP-168 Scott-99a 24¢ J. Gault Ribbed

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HB-138 EP-168 Scott-99a 24¢ J. Gault Ribbed
<B>HB-138 EP-168 Scott-99a Reed-JG24RB 24¢ J. Gault Ribbed Frame Extremely Fine.<BR>Numerical grade: 55case.95stamp.95mica = 245</B></I> The case has a very dark, nearly black tone, turning somewhat lighter toward the center. The center area of the case - which of course is blank on this J. Gault variety - has a large number of very light scratches that are rather distracting. It's a shame, particularly as the stamp and mica are so extraordinary. Were the back of this case as nice as the typical Gault example, this would have been one of the highest quality pieces in the collection. As it is, it's still outstanding, with a vivid lilac stamp that is perfectly centered and a mica that is as clear and flawless as any we have ever seen. A very rare Ribbed Frame 24¢, one of only five examples known.<BR><I>From The Frederick Mayer Collection</B></I><BR><BR><b>Shipping:</b> Coins & Currency (<a target="_blank" href="http://www.heritageauctions.com/common/shipping.php">view shipping information</a>)