Sale 1061 — United States Stamps

Sale Date — Tuesday, 19 November, 2013

Category — 1890-93 Issue (Scott 219D-229)

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Sale 1061, Lot 3648, 1890-93 Issue (Scott 219D-229)2c Carmine, Cap on Both "2"'s (220c). Rich color, machine cancel positioned so that the characteristics of the variety are clearly visible, perfect centering with unusually wide margins, Extremely Fine Gem, a superb stamp in every respect, according to Brookman the varieties were caused by a breakdown of the metal of the transfer roll, only one plate of the dozens used contains a combination of both varieties (Plate 246), with 2009 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,250.00 as 98), this is the highest grade awarded and the only example to achieve it

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