Lot 358
1898, 10¢ orange brown, type II (283), post office fresh with mathematically precise centering, rich warm color and spotless, never hinged original gum; absolutely Superb. SMQ $13,900.
Scott $450
THE 10¢ TYPE II IS EXTRAORDINARILY DIFFICULT TO LOCATE IN SUPERB NEVER HINGED CONDITION— THIS EXAMPLE MAY WELL BE THE FINEST EXTANT AS IT IS THE SOLE RECIPIENT OF A SUPERB 98, THE HIGHEST GRADE YET AWARDED BY PSE.
Expertization: PSE encapsulated and graded Superb 98.
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