Lot 1908
Postage Due, 1917, 3¢ deep claret, top margin single with plate number, o.g., never hinged, very well centered amid uncommonly large margins, deep bold color, very fresh, an Extremely Fine jumbo, a magnificent plate number single, one of only two examples attaining this grade with none higher for J63 or J63b; with 2005 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF 90J, SMQ $90 for 90 and $230 for 95).Scott No. J63b $40.
Realized: $130
Lot 1909
Postage Due, 1930, 50¢ carmine, o.g., never hinged, nicely centered amid wide margins, bright and exceptionally fresh, Very Fine; with photocopy of 1983 P.F. certificate and 2011 P.S.A.G. Graded certificate (75).Scott No. J76 $450.
Realized: $300