Sale 1032 — The Nick Kirke Collection of Gem-Quality Used U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Wednesday, 23-24 October, 2012
Category — 1870-71 National Bank Note Co. Issue, H and I Grills (Scott 134-144, 135A-141A)
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Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
3221
10c Brown, H. Grill (139). Clearly defined grill, beautifully balanced margins, rich color on fresh paper, light cork cancelEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 10-CENT NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY H GRILL. EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO OBTAIN IN SUCH CHOICE CONDITION.
With 1999 and 2006 P.F. certificates (XF-Superb 95). With 2007 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,800.00). Only two have graded higher (at 98) and this is the only example to achieve this grade.
850
4,500