Sale 1032 — The Nick Kirke Collection of Gem-Quality Used U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Wednesday, 23-24 October, 2012
Category — 1873-75 Continental Bank Note Co. Issue (Scott 156-179)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
3275
2c Vermilion (178). Jumbo margins and almost perfect centering, bright vivid color on fresh paper, bold duplex ring cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, a striking stamp, with 2010 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $780.00 as 98), this is the highest grade awarded and it is shared by no others, the next highest grade for a used stamp is 95
15
1,400