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U.S. and Worldwide Stamps and Postal History


1895 First Bureau Issue, Watermarked
 
 
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Lot 1717
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1895, 50¢ orange (275), bright color. Light "Saginaw E. Side, Mich." ovals. Selvage reduced. Fresh and about Fine. A suitable substitute for the scarce mint, which catalogues $6,000.
Estimate 750 - 1,000
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Lot 1718

1895, $2 bright blue (277), top plate number "84" single, beautifully centered, rich color with a detailed impression. Post office fresh never hinged original gum. Very Fine and choice.
Scott $3,600

Expertization: 2008 P.S.E. Certificate.
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Lot 1719

1895, $2 bright blue (277), top sheet margin single with part imprint, exceptionally fresh and beautifully centered. Slightly disturbed original gum. Extremely Fine and choice.
Scott $1,200

Expertization: 1989 P.S.E. Certificate.
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Lot 1720
BK
1898, 2¢ red, type IV (279Bj), booklet pane of 6. Exceptionally well centered with margins on all sides, brilliant color. Original gum, small hinge remnant in selvage, stamps never hinged. Fresh and Extremely Fine. one of the finest we have ever offered.
Scott $450
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Lot 1721

1898, 15¢ olive green (284), beautifully centered, strong color. Original gum, never hinged, trivial natural gum bend. Choice Very Fine.
Scott $550

Expertization: 1990 & 2007 P.F. Certificates.
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