Lot 3236
1909, 15¢ pale ultramarine (340), perfectly centered within unusually large margins for the double-line watermarked issue, bright, fresh color, original gum, never hinged. Superb. SMQ $3,650.
Scott $160
A PERFECT GEM, WE HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS STAMP'S EQUAL.
Expertization: 2003 and 2006 P.F. Certificates, the latter graded S 98.
This is the only 15¢ 1908—1909 issue to receive a grade of 98 from either of the expertizing committees.
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