Sale 121: Gems of Philately

Lot 140    

1893, 8¢ lilac, o.g., never hinged, choice centering within uncommonly large beautifully balanced margins, rich vibrant color on bright paper, Superb; with 2023 P.F. certificate Graded (Superb 98, SSV $4,250).
Scott No. 225    $135.

AN EXCEPTIONAL LARGE MARGIN NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1893 8¢ SMALL BANKNOTE ISSUE.



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Realized: $2,600

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Lot 141 P   

1890, 15¢ indigo, imperf proof on stamp paper, bottom margin pair with imprint, o.g., never hinged, large even margins all around, deep bold color, Extremely Fine and choice, a wonderful gem positional multiple; with 1992 P.F. certificate.
Scott No. 227P5    $625.

Realized: $400

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Lot 142    

1890, 90¢ orange, o.g., well centered amid enormous margins, beautiful deep and rich color, very fresh, an Extremely Fine jumbo, a magnificent large margin gem, one of largest we have ever encountered; with 2018 P.S.E. certificate Graded (XF 90 Jumbo, SMQ $1,400).
Scott No. 229    $475.

Realized: $750

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