Baltimore, Maryland. John Clark. ca. 1840 6 1/4 Cents. PMG Superb Gem Uncirculated 67 EPQ. Proof. KSG 5.33.3. Rarity 5. Plate C. Printed on India paper. 18__ Proof. Imprint of Underwood, Bald Spencer & Hufty. Justice holds a sword and scales at left. Right side cherubs check out the local newspaper while oblivious to the beehive between them. Clark was a lottery and exchange broker with offices under the "Museum" between 1835 and 1845. A gorgeous, bright white paper superb gem. Super vignettes, outstanding condition, and odd denomination. In our March sale, we sold a PMG Gem Unc 65 EPQ of this denomination for over $300.
