Lot 171
1894, 2¢ pink, type I, choice centering within balanced margins, radiant color on brilliant white paper, o.g., never hinged, fresh and Extremely Fine to Superb; with 2016 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $1,000).Scott No. 248 $90.
Realized: $800
Lot 172
1894, 3¢ purple, beautifully centered within jumbo margins, right selvage showing part Bureau imprint, o.g., never hinged, fresh and Extremely Fine; with 1984, 2002 and 2009 P.F. certificates, latter Graded (XF 90 XQ - SSV $850).Scott No. 253 $325.
Realized: $1,250
Lot 173
1894, $1 black, type II, o.g., very lightly hinged, large well balanced and choice centering, remarkably fresh with deep bold color, Extremely Fine and choice, a stunning mint high value; with 1999 and 2006 P.F. certificates, the latter Graded (XF 90, SSV $4,250).Scott No. 261A $2,100.
A WONDERFUL MINT EXAMPLE OF THE 1894 $1 SMALL BUREAU TYPE II ISSUE.
Realized: $2,700
Lot 174
1895, 8¢ violet brown, o.g., never hinged, perfectly centered within wide margins, exceptionally fresh with rich vibrant color, Extremely Fine to Superb, a beautiful never hinged stamp; with 2007 P.S.E. Graded certificate (XF-Sup 95, SMQ $1,950).Scott No. 272 $210.
Lot 175
1895, $2 dark blue, o.g., lightly hinged, rich deep color, full margins and near perfect centering, Extremely Fine and choice; with 1998 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 277a $900.
Realized: $1,200
Lot 176
1895, $5 dark green, o.g., lightly hinged, rich color, bright and fresh, Very Fine to Extremely Fine, a lovely mint high value; with 2002 P.F. certificate.Scott No. 278 $2,000.
Realized: $1,450
Lot 177
1898, 6¢ lake, exceptionally well centered within beautifully balanced margins, deep vibrant color, o.g., never hinged, Extremely Fine to Superb; with 2016 P.F. Graded certificate (XF-Superb 95, SSV $1,375).Scott No. 282 $140.
Realized: $1,050