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1893, 1¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, large evenly balanced margins and exceptional centering, rich intense color and crisp detailed impression, Superb, with only five examples grading higher (all 98J); with 2011 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Superb 98, SMQ $1,150 for n.h.). Scott No. 230 $35.
Realized: $1,350
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1893, 2¢ Columbian, "broken hat" variety, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering within large oversized margins, remarkably fresh with deep rich color and a crisp detailed impression, an Extremely Fine to Superb jumbo, a wonderful large margin gem example of this popular plate variety; with 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95J, SMQ $1,100 for normal stamp). Scott No. 231 var. $150.
Realized: $1,000
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1893, 3¢ Columbian, right margin pair with imprint, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering within large well balanced margins, intensely rich color and remarkable freshness, Extremely Fine to Superb; with 2003 P.S.E. certificate. Scott No. 232 $220.
A SUPERB NEVER HINGED POSITION PAIR OF THE 3¢ COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
Realized: $650
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1893, 3¢ Columbian, bottom margin plate block of 8 with plate "No. 56" and imprint, o.g., never hinged, choice centering with wide margins, rich vibrant color, bright P.O. freshness, Extremely Fine. Scott No. 232 $2,100.
AN EXCEPTIONAL NEVER HINGED 3¢ COLUMBIAN PLATE BLOCK IN PRISTINE CONDITION.
Realized: $1,800
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1893, 4¢ Columbian, left margin single, o.g., never hinged, perfectly centered with beautifully balanced margins around, intensely rich color, Extremely Fine to Superb; with 1994 and 2016 P.F. certificates, the latter Graded (XF-S 95, SSV $750). Scott No. 233 $160.
Realized: $900
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1893, 6¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, perfect centering with large beautifully balanced margins around, rich intense color enhancing a sharp detailed impression, Superb; with 2016 P.S.A.G. Graded certificate (98, SSV $4,000). Scott No. 235 $160.
A MAGNIFICENT MINT NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 6¢ COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
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1893, 6¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, choice centering amid large oversized margins, rich radiant color, exceptionally fresh, an Extremely Fine to Superb jumbo, a wonderful large margin gem; with 2016 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95J, SMQ $1,800). Scott No. 235 $160.
Realized: $1,000
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1893, 6¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, exceptionally centered within large beautifully balanced margins, gorgeous rich intense color, an Extremely Fine to Superb jumbo, a wonderful large margin gem; with 2012 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95J, SMQ $1,800). Scott No. 235 $160.
Realized: $1,900
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1893, 8¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, precision centering and well balanced margins, bright and fresh with rich vivid color, Extremely Fine to Superb, a beautiful never hinged gem; with 2007 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $1,250). Scott No. 236 $160.
Realized: $1,000
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1893, 10¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, perfect centering and exceptionally balanced margins, rich black brown color enhancing a crisp detailed impression, Superb, one of nine examples to receive this lofty grade with only two higher (both 98J); with 2010 and 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificates (both Superb 98, SMQ $5,150). Scott No. 237 $285.
A MAGNIFICENT NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 10¢ COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
Realized: $3,500