Sale 1034 — The Merlin Collection of Superb United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 28-29 November, 2012
Category — 1917-20 Washington-Franklin Issues (Scott 486-541)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
466
30c Orange Red (516). Mint N.H., mathematically perfect centering with incredible Jumbo margins, fiery color, post-office fresh paper and gum, Extremely Fine Gem, a magnificent stamp, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,000.00 as 98), no other examples of Scott 516 in any condition (Mint N.H., hinged or used) have equaled this ultimate grade
70
1,900