Sale 1289 — 2023 Rarities of the World
Sale Date — Tuesday, 27 June, 2023
Category — Washington-Franklin and Other Issues, including Upright Jenny
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10c Orange, Panama-Pacific, Perf 10 (404). Wide top plate no. 6135 block of six, original gum, top center stamp lightly hinged, other five stamps Mint N.H., top left stamp natural gum skips, vibrant color, unusually choice centeringEXTREMELY FINE. AN EXTREMELY RARE WIDE TOP POSITION PLATE BLOCK OF THE 10-CENT PERF 10 PANAMA-PACIFIC ISSUE.
Many plate block collectors actively search for top positions, considering this format to be the most desirable. In the case of the 10c Perf 10 Panama-Pacific Issue, it also seems to be the scarcest. We have offered only three other top position plate blocks since 2013. The centering on the example offered here is truly outstanding, adding to its overall appeal.
With 2023 P.S.E. certificate.
9,500
11,500