France 1850 – 25 c Cérès Blue (Yvert 4 c)
Horizontal tête‑bêche pair (case 131), cancelled small‑numeral lozenge. Faultless appearance, choice colour and ample margins. Full photo certificate (No. 18359) issued by Jean‑François Brun & Benoît Chandanson (AIEP, Paris, 4 June 2025), confirming authenticity.
Condition: Superb used tête‑bêche, exceptionally fresh and visually striking for this issue.
Maury T4 / Yvert 4 c: €20 000 pour tête‑bêche pairs.
Recent realisation (May 2025): A Brun‑certified example offered at Spink realised approximately US $3,321 (~€3,000), reflecting high demand despite margins described as "just fair"
