Sale 1202 — The James Depew Collection of Superb U.S. Coils and 20th Century Imperforate Issues
Sale Date — Wednesday, 22 May, 2019
Category — 1916-18 Perf 10 Vertical Rotary Press Coils, Unwatermarked (Scott 486-489)
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Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
2594
3c Violet, Ty. I, Coil (489). Mint N.H., Jumbo margins and mathematically perfect centering, vivid color on post-office fresh paper, Extremely Fine Gem, a huge example of this coil issue in the finest attainable condition, with 2014 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; SMQ $375.00 as 100, unpriced in 100J grade), this is one of only two examples of Scott 489 to achieve this highest possible P.S.E. grade
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650