Lot 2041
1890, 15¢ indigo (227), bottom margin plate no. 22 single, near perfect centering within exceptionally large margins, stunning deep rich color highlighted by brilliant white paper, fresh never hinged original gum, Extremely Fine to Superb. SMQ $6,850 for a normal 95.
Scott $750
AN ABSOLUTELY BREATHTAKING GEM MINT SINGLE OF THE 15¢ SMALL BANK NOTE ISSUE, BEARING THE HIGHEST GRADE YET AWARDED BY THE PSE AND THE SOLE EXAMPLE.
Expertization: 2009 PSE Certificate graded XF-Sup 95J.
The centering, the margins and the pristine color and paper all come together to make this one of the most memorable stamps in the Golden State Collection.
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| Realized $7,250 |
