Lot 1885 P
1893, 15¢ Columbian, large die proof, die sunk, on salesman sample card (103x171mm), Very Fine.Scott No. 238P1 var. Estimate $150 - 200.
Realized: $180
Lot 1886 o
1893, 15¢ Columbian, target cancel, perfectly centered amid tall margins, strong bright color, an Extremely Fine jumbo; with 2012 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF 90J, SMQ $250 for 90 and $750 for 95).Scott No. 238 $83.
Realized: $260
Lot 1887
1893, 30¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering amid oversized margins, intensely rich color on bright paper, Extremely Fine to Superb, a wonderful mint gem; with 2009 P.F. Graded certificate (XF-S 95, SSV $2,900).Scott No. 239 $750.
Lot 1888
1893, 30¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering amid large beautifully balanced margins, gorgeous rich radiant color, exceptionally fresh, Extremely Fine to Superb, a marvelous mint never hinged 30¢ Columbian; with 2012 P.S.A.G. Graded certificate (95, SSV $2,900).Scott No. 239 $750.
Realized: $1,800
Lot 1889
1893, 30¢ Columbian, o.g., never hinged, gorgeous rich radiant color on bright paper, choice centering amid beautifully balanced margins, Extremely Fine to Superb, a stunning never hinged gem; with 2012 P.S.A.G. Graded certificate (95, SSV $2,900).Scott No. 239 $750.
Realized: $2,800
Lot 1890
1893, 30¢ Columbian, block of 4, o.g., rich color, top left with natural gum crease and short perf at left, otherwise about Fine.Scott No. 239 $1,150.
Realized: $120
Lot 1891
1893, 50¢ Columbian, o.g., lightly hinged twice, nice centering and margins, strong bold color, Very Fine to Extremely Fine; with 2013 P.F. Graded certificate (VF-XF 85, SMQ $625).Scott No. 240 $500.
Realized: $475
Lot 1892
1893, 50¢ Columbian, full o.g., strong color and sharp impression, wide margins, Very Fine; with 1986 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 240 $500.
Realized: $450
Lot 1893
1893, 50¢ Columbian, o.g., very lightly hinged, nicely centered amid well balanced margins, deep bold color, Very Fine and choice.Scott No. 240 $500.
Realized: $425
Lot 1894
1893, 50¢ Columbian, o.g., attractive centering, strong bold color, Very Fine.Scott No. 240 $500.
Realized: $170