Sale 1249 — The Hope Collection of U.S. Newspapers & Periodicals Issues
Sale Date — Tuesday, 1 March, 2022
Category — 1895 Watermarked Bureau Issue (Scottt PR114-PR125)
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Cat./Est. Value
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136
1c-$100.00 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR114-PR125). Complete set plus three extras (1c, 2c, 5c), original gum, the vast majority Mint N.H., just about three previously hinged, deep rich colors, chosen for choice centering and fresh condition, Extremely Fine set, two certificates accompany including P.S.E. XF-Superb 95 grade for No. PR117
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797
1,300
137
10c, $20.00 Black, 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR117, PR123). Two Mint N.H. top imprint, plate no. and arrow strips of four, 10c plate no. 105, $20.00 plate no. 139, both with choice centering, fresh and Extremely Fine, Scott value as singles without premium for the positions
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550
850
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$2.00 Scarlet, 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR120). Mint N.H., brilliant color, beautifully balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2004 P.F. certificate for a block of six (bottom right stamp)
75
500
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$50.00 Dull Rose, 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR124). Mint N.H., fiery color on bright white paper, beautifully centered, Extremely Fine, with 2002 P.F. certificate
170
225
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$100.00 Purple, 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR125). Mint N.H., deep rich color and proof-like impression, excellent centering with Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine, with 2007 P.S.E. certificate (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $450.00)
150
375
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$100.00 Purple, 1895 Watermarked Issue (PR125). Mint N.H., bright color, well-centered with wide margins, Extremely Fine
150
325
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