Lot 1502
1895, 2¢ carmine, type III, right margin single with part imprint, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering within evenly balanced margins, rich vibrant color, Extremely Fine to Superb, a lovely never hinged gem, with only ten grading higher; with 2020 P.S.E. certificate Graded (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $300).Scott No. 267 $16.
Realized: $180
Lot 1503
1895, 5¢ chocolate, top margin single with part imprint, o.g., never hinged, deep rich color, bright and fresh, Extremely Fine and choice; with 1993 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 270 $105.
Realized: $180
Lot 1504 P
1895, 10¢ dark green, imperf proof on stamp paper, right margin horizontal pair, o.g., never hinged, large margins and full sheet selvage, bright and fresh with rich color, Extremely Fine and choice, very scarce with only 400 issued; with 2002 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 273P5 $1,000 for hinged pair.
Realized: $575
Lot 1505
1898, 1¢ deep green, bottom margin imprint single, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering amid large beautifully balanced margins, deep rich color, fresh and Extremely Fine to Superb; with 2003 P.S.E. certificate Graded (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $375).Scott No. 279 $25.
Realized: $240