Sale 1138 — The Hanover Collection of Superb-Quality U.S. Stamps, Part 2
Sale Date — Thursday, 6 October, 2016
Category — Offices in China (Scott K1-K17)
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1769°
10c on 5c Offices in China (K5). Mint N.H., intense shade and impression on bright paper, perfectly centered with Jumbo marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. THIS OUTSTANDING EXAMPLE OF THE 10-CENT ON 5-CENT OFFICES IN CHINA IS GRADED SUPERB 98 JUMBO BY P.S.E. -- THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED AND THE ONLY EXAMPLE TO ACHIEVE IT.
Ex Dr. Killien. With 1999 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $3,750.00). This is the highest grade awarded and the only example to achieve it.
170
4,750