Lot 589
Postage Due, 1917, 5¢ deep claret (J64b), mathematically centered and post office fresh with deep, dark color, a sharp, prooflike impression and never hinged original gum; a truly Superb Gem. SMQ $335 for XF-Sup 95, not even priced as a Superb 98!).
Scott $38
NOT ONLY IS THIS THE SOLE GEM 100 AWARDED TO THE 5¢ OF 1917, IT IS THE ONLY GEM 100 AWARDED WITHIN THE ENTIRE ISSUE!.
Expertization: 2011 PSE Certificate graded Gem 100.
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| Realized $800 |
