Lot
217 
1893, Columbian, 15¢ dark green, o.g., never hinged, precision centering amid beautifully balance margins, rich vibrant color on bright fresh paper, Extremely Fine to Superb, a truly wonderful and rare never hinged example in this gem condition, with only eight examples to receive this graded and only eight graded higher; with 2013 P.S.E. certificate Graded (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $5,000). Scott No. 238 $600.
ONE OF THE FINEST NEVER HINGED EXAMPLES OF THE 15¢ COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
Realized: $4,250