Sale 1219 — The Edward Morton Collection of Outstanding Quality U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 8-9 April, 2020
Category — 1870-71 National Bank Note Co. Grilled Issue (Scott 134-144)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
349
7c Vermilion, I. Grill (138A). Vibrant color, clearly-defined grill easily visible on the front of the stamp, light strike of cancel leaves entire design clearly visibleEXTREMELY FINE GEM USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 7-CENT NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY I GRILL.
With 2005 and 2015 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $3,250.00). As far as we can ascertain this is the highest grade awarded and it is shared by perhaps four others.
850
2,000