1893, 5¢ Columbian, two singles, used with 3¢ Columbian (232), nat. s.e. at bottom, all tied by "Boston Mass." registry ovals on E.A. Holton Stamp Dealer mulready facsimile ad cover to Amsterdam, Holland, purple "Registered, Boston, Mass. Aug 31 1893" framed postmark, New York (9.1) transit and Amsterdam (9.10) arrival backstamps, Very Fine. Scott Nos. 234  Estimate $300 - 400. $0 (Image)

1893, 5¢ Columbian, o.g., lightly hinged, choice centering amid large beautifully balanced margins, deep rich color and exceptionally fresh, an Extremely Fine gem, a gorgeous large margin stamp. Scott No. 234  $55. $0 (Image)

1893, 5¢ Columbian, top margin plate "No. 9" block of 8 with imprint and letter "B", o.g., lightly hinged, well centered with wide margins, strong vibrant color on bright fresh paper, Very Fine, a handsome top margin plate block of the 5¢ Columbian issue. Scott No. 234  $2,650. $0 (Image)