Sale 953 — United States Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Friday, 25-28 March, 2008
Category — 1918-20 Offset Printing Issues (Scott 525-536)
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2c Carmine, Ty. V (527). Mint N.H., radiant color on bright paper, beautifully centered with Jumbo marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. THIS IS THE ONLY EXAMPLE OF THIS ISSUE TO ACHIEVE THE GRADE OF SUPERB 98 JUMBO FROM P.S.E., WHICH IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED TO DATE.
With1986 and 1999 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,600.00 as 98). This is the only example to achieve this grade, which is the highest awarded to date.
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