Sale 1219 — The Edward Morton Collection of Outstanding Quality U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 8-9 April, 2020
Category — 1867-68 Grilled Issue (Scott 79-101)
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10c Yellow Green, F. Grill (96). Mathematically perfect centering with Jumbo margins, deep rich color and proof-like impression nicely complemented by red cork cancel, manuscript writing on back is noted on certificateEXTREMELY FINE GEM. THIS IS EASILY ONE OF THE FINEST USED EXAMPLES OF THE 1868 10-CENT F GRILL IN EXISTENCE. A MARVELOUS STAMP.
With 2014 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $4,000.00). The highest grade awarded and shared by no others. Certificate notes "Centering Appearance: Gem 100J" so they took off a full five points for the manuscript on back
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2,500