Sale 1032 — The Nick Kirke Collection of Gem-Quality Used U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Wednesday, 23-24 October, 2012
Category — 3c 1851-56 Issue (Scott 10-11A)
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Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
3027
3c Orange Brown, Ty. II (10A). Position 4L5E with right inner line recut only, large to huge margins including significant portion of adjoining stamp at bottom and sheet margin at top, intense shade and proof-like impression, bold strike of small Boston "Paid" grid cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, a superb stamp in every respect, with 2011 P.F. and 2010 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,100.00)
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650