Lot
4218 BK
1917, 2¢ rose, type I, A.E.F. booklet pane of 30, o.g., never hinged, remarkable centering throughout for this notoriously off-centered pane, rich vibrant color, Extremely Fine and choice, a wonderful example of this booklet pane rarity, it is believed that approximately only twenty examples are in existence; with 1997 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 499f $29,000.
AN EXCEPTIONAL EXAMPLE OF THE 1917 2¢ A.E.F. BOOKLET PANE - BELIEVED TO BE THE FINEST EXAMPLE IN EXISTENCE.
This pane has been noted to have a slight trace of hinging, contradicting the accompanying P.F. certificate which states it is never hinged. After careful examination, we feel the P.F. certificate is correct in it's "never hinged" opinion. Despite this reflection, this pane sold in the R.A. Siegel #881 sale (09/21/2004) for $30,000 hammer versus a $28,000 catalog value.
Realized: $24,000