Lot 1843 /
1923, $1 violet black & $2 deep blue, arrow blocks of 4, o.g., $1 lightly hinged at top, others never hinged ($2 gum skips in top stamps), both bright and fresh, Very Fine.Scott No. 571 $700.
Lot 1844 P
1923, $2 deep blue, large die proof on India, modified to 33 x 31 mm, attractive, deep rich color, fresh, Extremely Fine, rarely offered in any size.Scott No. 572P1 $2,500.
Realized: $500
Lot 1845 /
1923, $5 carmine & blue, centerline block of 4, o.g., lightly hinged at top, bottom stamps never hinged, choice overall centering, rich vibrant colors, Extremely Fine and choice.Scott No. 573 $540 for singles.
Realized: $300
Lot 1846
1923, $5 carmine & blue, top margin plate block of 8 with two plate numbers and guide arrow, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering, rich radiant colors and Post Office freshness, Extremely Fine and choice.Scott No. 573 $2,600.
A GEM NEVER HINGED PLATE BLOCK OF THE 1923 $5 AMERICA ISSUE.
Lot 1847 /
1923, $5 carmine lake & dark blue, top margin plate block of 8 with two plate numbers and guide arrow, o.g., very lightly hinged in selvage and one stamp, others never hinged, intense colors, F.-V.F., a very scarce and seldom offered plate block.Scott No. 573a $2,625.
Realized: $1,400