Sale 1219 — The Edward Morton Collection of Outstanding Quality U.S. Stamps
Sale Date — Wednesday-Thursday, 8-9 April, 2020
Category — 1901 Pan-American Issue (Scott 294-299)
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Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
501
1c Pan-American, Center Inverted (294a). Lightly hinged, incredibly well-centered, deep dark colorsEXTREMELY FINE. A REMARKABLY FRESH AND BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE OF THE ONE-CENT PAN-AMERICAN INVERT.
According to Johl, the 1c Pan-American Inverts were found in at least four different post offices around the country soon after release of the issue in May 1901, including Bessemer Ala., Richmond Va., Utica N.Y. and Connecticut.
With 1999 P.F., 2007 and 2011 P.S.E. certificates (OGph, VF-XF 85; SMQ $19,500.00). Only six 1c Pan-American inverts grade higher (all at 90)
12,500
15,500