Sale 1245 — United States Stamps, featuring the Sacramento Collection
Sale Date — Tuesday-Thursday, 16-18 November, 2021
Category — 1881-87 American Bank Note Co. Issues (Scott 205-218)
Lot
Symbol
Photo/Description
Cat./Est. Value
Realized
1406
4c Carmine (215). Mint N.H., vibrant color and sharp proof-like impression, beautifully centered with wide marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1888 4-CENT CARMINE AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT VALUES OF THE SERIES TO OBTAIN IN SUCH SUPERB CONDITION.
With 2004 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,250.00). Only two grade higher (at 98) and six others share this grade
525
2,200