Lot 421
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1898, 50¢ Trans-Miss. (291), virtual perfect centering, wonderful color and a razor sharp impression, fresh never hinged original gum, Extremely Fine, SMQ $11,000. Scott $1,900
AN EXTRAORDINARY 50¢ TRANS-MISS, WHICH ALONG WITH THE $2, HAS ALWAYS BEEN THE STUMBLING BLOCK TO A SUPERB NH SET OF THESE POPULAR COMMEMS; AND NO WONDER, AS ONLY 3 OTHERS SHARE THIS GRADE, AND ONLY ONE IS GRADED HIGHER— A 98.
Expertization: 2011 P.S.E. Certificate graded XF-Sup 95.
Provenance: Beverly Hills
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Realized $8,500 |