Sale 1044 — United States Essays, Proofs and Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday, 22 May, 2013
Category — 1869 Pictorial Issue and Re-Issue (Scott 112-133)
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Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
106
24c Green & Violet (120). Original gum, sharp proof-like impressions on crisp paper, wide margins and choice centeringEXTREMELY FINE. THIS IS EASILY ONE OF THE FINEST ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLES OF THE 24-CENT 1869 PICTORIAL ISSUE.
The 24c 1869 Pictorial, even in original-gum condition, is not a rare stamp. However, centering and soundness are elusive qualities among examples of this issue. This is one of the most difficult stamps of the series to obtain in such choice condition. The graded population of 24c 1869 Pictorials bears this out. Among original-gum examples, the P.S.E. Population Report records only three above the grade of 40 (one each at 75, 90 and 95).
With 2001 P.F. certificate.
8,000
5,750