
Lot
1729
1873, 3¢ Green, Grilled, o.g., very lightly hinged, rich color and exceptional freshness, strong well defined grill, wide margins, Very Fine and choice, a premium example of the 3¢ Continental Grill issue; with 2012 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 158e $500.
Realized: $650

Lot
1730 
1873, 6¢ Dull Pink, centered with mathematical precision and featuring wide margins, lovely pastel color and pristine, never hinged o.g.; an absolutely Superb gem and quite likely the finest example in existence; with 1982, 2000 & 2006 PF certificates, the last Graded (Superb 98 - the sole highest grade awarded by either the P.F. or P.S.E. - SSV $3,250). Scott No. 159 $400 for hinged.
Realized: $5,750

Lot
1731 (
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1873, 10¢ Brown, unused no gum, remarkably bright and fresh and centered with mathematical precision amid huge, perfectly balanced margins; a stunning, Extremely Fine to Superb Jumbo gem. Scott No. 161 $300.
Realized: $325

Lot
1732
1873, 30¢ Gray Black, o.g., very lightly hinged, precision centering amid full and evenly balanced margins, wonderfully vibrant color and uncommonly fresh, Superb, a truly magnificent mint example of the 1873 30¢ Continental Bank Note issue; with 2010 P.S.E. certificate. Scott No. 165 $3,250.
Realized: $4,500