Lot 15
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1851, 1¢ blue, type II (7), spectacular mint single with absolutely enormous margins showing large portions of adjacent stamps on three sides and a partial sheet margin on the fourth, bright fresh color and paper, a strong impression allowing all of the intricacies of the design to show clearly, full, fresh, lightly hinged original gum, a truly Superb gem. SMQ $9,700 for 98, unpriced in Gem 100. Scott $1,050
A MAGNIFICENT STAMP OF OUTSTANDING PROPORTIONS AND GLOWING COLOR. BETWEEN THE PF AND THE PSE, THERE HAVE ONLY BEEN ONE OTHER 100 AND TWO 100JS AWARDED.
Expertization: 2002 and 2006 P.F. Certificates, the latter graded Superb Gem 100.
Provenance: Gorham
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Realized $9,000 |