1889, 1¢ to 90¢ carmine, overprinted "Sample A", complete set (Scott 212S//191S), o.g., previously hinged, a selected for freshness and facial appeal set; a few with faults that in no way detract from the beauty of this set, Fine to Very Fine.
Scott $750
Suggested Bid $250-350 (Image)

Scott $750
Suggested Bid $250-350

Sale No: 750
Lot No:2603
Symbol:Cat No:214

1887, 3¢ vermilion (Scott 214), top margin block of 4 with plate number, o.g., never hinged, bright and fresh; light bend across selvage, Fine.
Scott $720
Suggested Bid $250-350 (Image)

Scott $720
Suggested Bid $250-350

Sale No: 750
Lot No:2604
Symbol:Cat No:217

1888, 30¢ orange brown (Scott 217), o.g., hinged, with bright, lively color and clean impression, Very Fine to Extremely Fine, with 2014 P.S.E. certificate graded VF-XF 85.
SMQ VF-XF 85; $450.
Scott $250
Suggested Bid $300-400 (Image)

Scott $250
Suggested Bid $300-400

Sale No: 750
Lot No:2605
Symbol:Cat No:218

1888, 90¢ purple (Scott 218), slightly disturbed o.g., previously hinged, in strong color with razor-sharp detail; light overall toning not mentioned on accompanying certificate, Very Fine to Extremely Fine, with 1993 P.F. certificate.
Scott $800
Suggested Bid $500-750 (Image)

Scott $800
Suggested Bid $500-750

Sale No: 750
Lot No:2606
Symbol:Cat No:218

1888, 90¢ purple (Scott 218), o.g., lightly hinged, magnificent example with outstanding color and centering; fresh; reperforated at bottom, Extremely Fine appearance, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate.
Scott $850
Suggested Bid $400-600 (Image)

Scott $850
Suggested Bid $400-600

1888, 90¢ purple (Scott 218), horizontal strip of 5, a magnificent multiple, fresh with incredible depth of color; Boston double-oval cancels, Fine, with 2003 P.S.E. certificate.
Scott $1,225 as two pairs plus single
Suggested Bid $350-500 (Image)

Scott $1,225 as two pairs plus singl