$1.00 Black (261). Mint N.H., intense shade and proof-like impression on bright paper, perfectly centered with Jumbo margins all around

EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SPECTACULAR MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1894 $1.00 TYPE I UNWATERMARKED BUREAU ISSUE -- WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED SUPERB 98 JUMBO BY P.S.E.

As discussed in the previous lot, high-value unwatermarked 1894 Bureau Issues in Mint N.H. condition with exceptional centering are true rarities. This stamp is among the finest known.

P.S.E. encapsulated (Superb 98 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, $39,300.00 as 98). Only one stamp has graded higher to date in the P.S.E. Population Report (Gem 100). The next highest grade in Mint N.H. condition after this stamp is 90J (from our Scarsdale and Hoffman sales).

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