5c Chocolate (223). Mint N.H., perfectly centered with Jumbo margins, deep rich color and proof-like impression on bright paper

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT 1890 ISSUE. THIS MAGNIFICENT STAMP HAS BEEN AWARDED THE GRADE OF SUPERB 98 JUMBO BY P.S.E. -- ONLY ONE HAS GRADED HIGHER, AND THIS IS THE ONLY EXAMPLE TO ACHIEVE THIS LOFTY GRADE.

With 1997 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in any grade higher than 98, SMQ $9,600.00 as 98). The current P.S.E. Population Report lists one Superb 98J and one 100J in OGnh condition (no other 98's or 100's).

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