Sale 72: Gems of Philately

Lot 353    

Airmail, 1930, $1.30 Graf Zeppelin, o.g., lightly hinged, perfect centering amid large balanced margins, rich bright color and very fresh, a Superb gem, the only hinged example to obtain this lofty grade with none higher, mint or used; with 2012 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Gem 100, SMQ $1,250).
Scott No. C14    $400.

ONE OF THE FINEST MINT EXAMPLES OF THE 1930 $1.30 GRAF ZEPPELIN ISSUE.

Realized: $1,350

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Lot 354    

Airmail, 1930, $2.60 Graf Zeppelin, o.g., never hinged, virtually perfect centering amid large evenly balanced margins, intensely rich color and exceptional freshness, Superb; with 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Superb 98, SMQ $4,250).
Scott No. C15    $975.

A MAGNIFICENT GEM NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE $2.60 ZEPPELIN ISSUE WITH ONLY TWO STAMPS GRADED HIGHER.

Realized: $2,700

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