Sale 1174 — The J. R. Helton, Jr. Collection of Used United States Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday, 7 March, 2018
Category — 1912-15 Washington-Franklin Issue (Scott 405-461)
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4c Brown (427). Mathematically precise centering with Jumbo margins, gorgeous rich color on bright paper, long and full perforations, lightly cancelled, Extremely Fine Gem, the essence of perfection which caused a P.S.E. grader to describe this stamp as "Yum Yum" on an accompanying note, with 2009 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 100, SMQ $925.00 at 100), only one other example shares this exalted grade
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750