Lot 1167
1916, 30¢ orange red (476A), exceptionally well centered, with brilliant intense color on bright paper. Original gum, never hinged. Very Fine.
Scott $9,000 for Fine
ONE OF ONLY A SMALL NUMBER OF WELL CENTERED EXAMPLES OF THIS RARE 20TH CENTURY VARIETY.
Expertization: 1992 P.F. Certificate.
The majority of the 30¢ perf 10 on watermarked paper are seen with perforations cutting into or touching the design on one side and many are straight edged or have condition problems. This totally sound example with fully clear perforations is among the finest available.
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