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Lot 54 |
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1893, Columbians, large die proofs (230P1-245P1), complete set on India die sunk on 152 mm x 227mm cards, bound into a leather bound album, presented to Francois Aussaresses by D.E. Woodhull, president of the American Bank Note Company, with "Christophe Colomb, 1492-1892 stamped in gold leaf on the spine, the proof edges are also in gold leaf. Begins with a title page and then a page preceding each proof with the name of the value. The proofs are remarkably fresh (1¢ has a slight spot) and are in an unusual vertical format. It is believed to be one of only five produced, and the only one in French. Original dust case accompanies. A stunning set and a remarkable philatelic artifact. Catalogue value of the proofs, $12,300.
Estimate 7,500 - 10,000
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Lot 55 |
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1893, Columbians, large die proofs (230P1-245P1), complete set, die sunk on approximately 217mm x 139mm cards, cards with gilt edges from originating in a presentation book, 1¢ small water stain on card, 3¢ couple negligible toned spots on card, $3 and $5 negligible specks on proofs, otherwise an exceptionally fresh and choice, Very Fine set.
Scott $12,300
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Lot 56 |
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1893, 5¢ Columbian (234), original gum never hinged, outstanding centering, brilliant prooflike color and impression. Extremely Fine, a stunning 5¢ Columbian. SSV $950 (SMQ $900).
Scott $150
Expertization: with 1995, 2022 P.F. certificates, the latter graded XF-SUP 95.
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Lot 57 |
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1893, 15¢ Columbian (238), excellent centering, lovely bright color. Light duplex cancel. Choice Extremely Fine. SMQ $250.
Scott $80
Expertization: with 2008 P.S.E. certificate graded XF 90.
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Lot 58 |
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1893, 30¢ Columbian (239), choice centering within balanced wide margins, rich color, finely detailed impression. Duplex postmark. An Extremely Fine jumbo, rarely seen in this choice used condition. The PSE, for example, has only graded two examples 95J and only one higher (98). SSV unpriced as 95J (SMQ $1,300).
Scott $90
Expertization: with 2018 P.S.A.G. certificate graded 95J.
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Lot 59 |
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1893, $1 Columbian (241), well centered, bright color and paper. Duplex "4" cancel. Very Fine.
Scott $525
Expertization: with 2014 P.S.A.G. certificate.
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Lot 60 |
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1893, $2 Columbian (242), quite well centered, pretty color. Duplex cancel. Very Fine.
Scott $525
Expertization: with 2017 P.F. certificate.
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Lot 61 |
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1893, $4 Columbian, rose carmine (244a), very well centered, pretty pastel shade. Registry postmark. Very Fine. SMQ $1,100.
Scott $975
Expertization: with 2018 P.S.E. certificate graded VF 80.
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