Sale 1032 — The Nick Kirke Collection of Gem-Quality Used U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Wednesday, 23-24 October, 2012
Category — 1c-90c 1869 Pictorial Issue (Scott 112-122)
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Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
3189
12c Green (117). Rich color and proof-like impression, essentially perfect centering, cancel leaves Adriatic vignette completely visibleEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A GORGEOUS USED EXAMPLE OF THE 12-CENT 1869 PICTORIAL ISSUE WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E. -- THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED.
With 2010 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98; SMQ $2,000.00). This is the highest grade awarded and it is shared by eight others
140
2,200