Lot 290
1882, 10¢ black brown, re-engraved (209b), a phenomenal mint single featuring choice, virtually perfect centering, enormous, beautifully balanced margins, a razor-sharp, prooflike impression and full, lightly hinged original gum; marvelously fresh and Extremely Fine to Superb. SMQ $7,200 for a normal 95.
Scott $475
A RARE SHADE IN AN IMPOSSIBLE-TO-DUPLICATE STATE OF PRESERVATION; THE SOLE RECIPIENT OF AN XF-SUP 95J, THE HIGHEST GRADE YET AWARDED BY PSE.
Expertization: 1979 & 1998 PF and 2008 PSE Certificates, last grade XF-Sup 95J.
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