1903, 50¢ orange, well centered, tied by light oval cancel on oversized registered cover to Frankfort, Germany, violet "Ferry Sta., San Francisco, Cal., Feb 8, 1909" cds and N.Y. etiquette alongside, reverse with "U.S. Sea Post" and receiving cds's; cover reduced at right, otherwise Very Fine, an attractive and scarce single franking usage. Scott No. 310  $700. $0 (Image)

1903, 50¢ orange, o.g., never hinged, beautifully centered amid incredibly large margins, stunning rich brilliant color and post office fresh, an Extremely Fine to Superb jumbo, without a doubt, the finest mint example we have ever has the pleasure to offer; with 2011 P.F. and 2012 P.S.A.G. certificates, the later Graded (95J, SSV $7,500 for 95 and $25,500 for 98). Scott No. 310  $1,200. A REMARKABLE LARGE MARGIN EXAMPLE OF THE 1903 50¢ JEFFERSON IN POST OFFICE FRESH NEVER HINGED CONDITION. $0 (Image)

1903, 50¢ orange, o.g., barest trace of hinge, rich deep color, choice centering amid beautifully balanced margins, Extremely Fine and choice, a lovely gem mint stamp; with 2011 P.S.E. certificate. Scott No. 310  $400. $0 (Image)