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)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
3198
90c Carmine & Black (122). Deep rich colors and proof-like impressions, outstanding centering with wide and balanced margins, neat cork cancelsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A GORGEOUS USED EXAMPLE OF THE 90-CENT 1869 PICTORIAL ISSUE, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E.
With 1996 P.F. and 2005 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $8,800.00). Only three have graded higher
2,100
6,500