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Lot 62 |
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1894 Bureau of Engraving and Printing proof presentation album (247), leather bound, stamped in gold leaf on spine "U.S." stamps Vol IV die proofs, proof edges in gold as well. Comprised of the following 33 large die proofs: 247P1, 250P1, 253P1, 254P1-263P1, E4P1, J31P1-J37P1, PR102P1-PR113P1. Most have some scattered toning as often, but the colors are bright and fresh. A most handsome presentation album.
Scott $8,035
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Lot 63 |
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1894, 1¢ blue, unwatermarked (247), left plate no. 121 single, original gum never hinged, choice centering, intense color. Extremely Fine, a pristine gem. SSV $525 (SMQ $550).
Scott $180
Expertization: with 2001, 2022 P.F. certificates, the latter graded XF 90.
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Lot 64 |
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1894, Bureau Issue, 2¢-$5 Large Die Proofs on India (250P1, 253AP1, 256P1-263P1), complete for each value, less 1¢, 4¢, and 5¢, 2¢ type I, 3¢ type II, all die sunk on matching 150mm x 200mm cards, all have faint scotch tape marks, the proofs are bright and fresh and otherwise Very Fine.
Scott $3,750
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Lot 65 |
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1894, $1 black, type I, unwatermarked (261), near perfect centering within huge balanced margins. Duplex cancel. Extremely Fine.
Scott $3,500
Expertization: with 2001 P.S.E. certificate.
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Lot 66 |
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1895, 5¢ chocolate, imperf proof on stamp paper (270P5), original gum light hinge remnant, balanced margins, gorgeous color. Very Fine. Only 300 issued.
Scott $250
Expertization: with 1983 P.F. certificate.
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Lot 67 |
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1895, $5 dark green, D.L. watermark (278), outstanding centering, rich color. Registry cancel and a trace of red. An Extremely Fine gem.
Scott $600
Expertization: with 2002 P.S.E. certificate.
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Lot 68 |
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1895, $5 dark green, D.L. watermark (278), excellent centering, lovely rich color. Light double oval cancel. Extremely Fine. SSV $1,000 (SMQ $1,250).
Scott $600
Expertization: with 2017 P.F. certificate graded XF 90.
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Lot 69 |
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1898, 4¢ orange brown (280b), original gum never hinged, choice centering. Very Fine to Extremely Fine.
Scott $80
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