Sale 1034 — The Merlin Collection of Superb United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 28-29 November, 2012
Category — 1893 Columbian Issue (Scott 230-245)
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Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
207
1c Columbian (230). Mint N.H., Jumbo margins with beautifully precise centering, rich color and proof-like impression on bright paperEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SPECTACULAR MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE ONE-CENT COLUMBIAN ISSUE WHICH HAS ACHIEVED THE GRADE OF SUPERB 98 JUMBO FROM P.S.E.
With 2010 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,375.00 as 98). This is the highest grade awarded and only four others share this grade.
37
1,800