Sale 961 — The Dr. Edward and Joanne Dauer Collection of Superb Used U.S.
Sale Date — Tuesday, 23 September, 2008
Category — 1857-60 Issue
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12c Black (36). Intense shade and proof-like impression, perfectly centered with perforations clear of design on all sides, face-free strike of blue target cancelEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB EXAMPLE OF THE 12-CENT 1857 ISSUE FROM PLATE 1. THIS STAMP IS EXCEEDINGLY RARE WITH SUCH WONDERFUL CENTERING, IMPRESSION AND CANCELLATION.
Ex Drucker and Hinrichs. With 1988 and 2004 P.F. certificates. With 2008 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 95, SMQ $3,650.00 as 95). This is the highest grade awarded to date and the only example to achieve this grade.
380
17,000