Sale 1014 — Outstanding United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Friday, 12-14 October, 2011
Category — 1918-22 Washington-Franklin Issues, Pilgrim Issue (Scott 529-550)
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Cat./Est. Value
Realized
2027
3c Violet, Ty. III (529). Mathematically precise centering, deep rich color on bright paper, face-free strike of duplex cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, a phenomenal stamp in every respect, with 2011 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $260.00 as 98), this is the highest grade awarded to date and the only example to achieve this grade
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750