Sale 1034 — The Merlin Collection of Superb United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 28-29 November, 2012
Category — 1870-71 National Bank Note Co. Issue, H and I Grills (Scott 135-144, 134A-139A)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
149
1c Ultramarine, I. Grill (134A). Clearly-defined grill, rich color on bright paper, light strike of Star in Circle fancy cancel, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2009 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ does not differentiate between grill types in their pricing, SMQ $1,050.00 as 95, $3,500.00 as 98)
275
4,500