1898, 8¢ Trans-Miss., o.g., very lightly hinged, rich color and crisp impression, attractively centered, fresh and Very Fine; with 2001 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 289  $150. $0 (Image)

1898, 8¢ Trans-Miss., top margin plate number "609" single with portion of adjacent stamp at bottom, o.g., never hinged, strong deep color, attractive centering amid large margins, Very Fine and choice; with 1998 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 289  $425. $0 (Image)

1898, 8¢ Trans-Miss., bottom margin plate "609" block of 4 with imprint, o.g., never hinged, well centered, rich deep color on fresh paper, Very Fine and choice; with 1991 P.F. certificate. Scott No. 289  $3,400. AN ATTRACTIVE NEVER HINGED PLATE BLOCK OF FOUR OF THE 8¢ TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE. $0 (Image)

1898, 8¢ Trans-Miss., normal bicolor essay, on India die sunk on card (58x70mm), hint of card toning, otherwise Very Fine. Scott No. 289-E4  $550. $0 (Image)