1898, 2¢ Trans-Miss., bottom margin single with imprint, o.g., never hinged, perfect centering amid large evenly balanced margins, rich vibrant color, a Superb gem, a quintessential mint example of the 2¢ Trans-Mississippi issue, this is the Only Example To Receive the Gem 100 Graded With None Higher; with 2013 P.S.E. Graded certificate (Gem 100, SMQ $2,500 for only 98). Scott No. 286  $73. $0 (Image)

1898, 2¢ Trans-Miss., o.g., never hinged, near perfect centering amid oversized margins, rich vibrant color, Extremely Fine to Superb, rarely encountered so large in this choice condition; with 2013 P.S.A.G. Graded certificate (90, SSV $225). Scott No. 286  $73. $0 (Image)

1898, 2¢ Trans-Miss., group of 26 imprint plate number pairs, each with different plate number top & bottom, strong colors, o.g., never hinged, Fine or better. Scott No. 286  $4,160. $0 (Image)

1898, 2¢ Trans-Miss., "normal" bicolor essay, hybrid on India mounted on card (166x102mm), Very Fine. Scott No. 286-E8 var.  Estimate $150 - 200. $0 (Image)