Lot
1218 (
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1879, 30¢ full black, without gum, perfect centering amid large evenly balanced margins all around, rich intense color enhancing a sharp detailed impression, a Superb gem, this is the only example, mint or used, to obtain this lofty grade with the next highest being only a 98; with 1982 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates, the later Graded (Gem 100, SMQ grades only to 98 at $825). Scott No. 190 $325 for no gum.
A MAGNIFICENT UNUSED EXAMPLE OF THE 30¢ AMERICAN BANKNOTE ISSUE.
Realized: $1,200