3¢ blue, 1875 Re-issue (125), o.g., previously hinged, one of the most impressive examples imaginable, a handsome well centered 3 cent re-issue with nice big margins and an incredible depth of color, of the mere 1,406 examples sold this is certainly among the nicest obtainable; a wonderful stamp that would please the most discriminating collector, Very Fine; 1963 and 2009 P.F. certificates. Scott $5,000.
The "Flagship" sale of United States stamps #660
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Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions The "Flagship" sale of United States stamps #660
Daniel F. Kelleher's sale 660 - Our "Flagship" sale of United States stamps, plus stamps and postal history from U.S. Possessions, British Commonwealth, Europe and Colonies, Asia and Middle East, and Latin America. Of particular note are:
- The "Indy" Collection of Quality Graded United States Singles
- The "Easton" Collection of United States and Worldwide
- The Salisbury/Lovitz Collection of Imperial Russia
- The "Lion" Collection of Persia
- The Rudolph P. Laubenheimer master engraver archive.
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Lot #2156 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
3¢ blue, 1875 Re-issue (125), unused without gum, pristine and fresh example, of which only 1,406 were sold, an attractive example of this terribly difficult stamp; rounded corner at top right, otherwise Very Fine; 2014 P.F. certificate. Scott $2,500.
Lot #2157 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
6¢ blue, 1875 Re-issue (126), o.g., previously hinged, brilliant fresh example of this elusive re-issue, of which only 2,226 examples were reportedly sold, a premium quality stamp; trivial thin spot, otherwise Very Fine; 1979 P.F. certificate. Scott $1,650.
Lot #2158 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
10¢ yellow, 1875 Re-issue (127), o.g., previously hinged, sensational example of this rare 1875 re-issue; impeccably fresh well centered example with nicely balanced margins and spectacular vivid color still retaining it's original "glow"; quite scarce as only 1,947 examples were sold; an exemplary showpiece deserving placement in the finest collection, Extremely Fine to Superb; 2000 P.F. certificate. Scott $1,650.
Lot #2159 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
15¢ brown & blue, Re-issue, type III (129), without gum, marvelous example of this extremely undervalued stamp, with choice centering, prooflike colors and detailed impression, with only 1,981 issued this stamp shouldn't catalog only $600 in the Scott catalog, Very Fine to Extremely Fine; 2014 P.F. certificate. Scott $600.
Lot #2160 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
15¢ brown & blue, Re-issue, type III (129), regummed, desirable example with bold prooflike colors, only 1,981 sold, a sound and attractive stamp, F.-V.F.; 2009 P.F. certificate graded F-VF-75. Scott $600.
Lot #2161 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
30¢ ultramarine & carmine, 1875 Re-issue (131), o.g., previously hinged, impressive example with sensational rich colors, as fresh and bold as the very first day it was issued; a beautiful well margined stamp in an impressive state of preservation, only 1,535 examples sold, Very Fine; 2007 P.F. certificate. Scott $2,500.
Lot #2162 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
90¢ carmine & black, 1875 Re-issue (132), neatly struck black cancellation, sensational top quality example of this rarely offered genuinely used stamp, a large margined stamp with tantalizing rich colors, of the 1,356 examples that were sold very few were ever used and most remain in mint condition, finding a sound used example with these wonderful attributes, Very Fine to Extremely Fine; 2013 P.F. certificate graded VF-XF-85....
Lot #2163 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
90¢ carmine & black, 1875 Re-issue (132), unused without gum, sound and attractive example with astounding color, a very elusive stamp, with only 1,356 examples sold, and a stamp that is ridiculously undervalued in the SMQ pricing guide, as these stamps are simply unobtainable at the SMQ guide price of $975.00 for this stamp in the grade of F-VF-75, F.-V.F.; 2003 P.S.E. certificate graded F-VF-75. Scott $1,500. SMQ $975 in the...
Lot #2164 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
1¢ buff, 1880 Re-issue (133), o.g., very lightly hinged, sensational top quality example of this scarce and undervalued 1880 re-issue, beautifully centered with radiant rich color, of the 5,000 examples reportedly sold, this is one of the nicest we have encountered, Extremely Fine; 2001 P.F. certificate. Scott $325.
Lot #2165 - united states 1875 re-issue of the 1869 pictorial issue
1¢ brown orange, 1881-82 Re-issue (133a), corner margin single, without gum as issued, remarkable example with beautiful centering and huge margins, with delightful rich color, this fabulous position piece is among the finest of the 18,252 examples that were sold in 1881 and 1882, a stamp who's equal may not exist, Extremely Fine. Scott $250.
Lot #2166 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
Bank Note issues (149//O74), neat cancellations, eye catching group of 21 JUMBO's from the 1870's issues, mostly from the Bank Note issues and include 149, 156, 158-59, 183, 184 pair, 189, 205, 209 pair, 210 x (4), 212-13, J15, J18, O24, and O74; a select and eye catching group with outstanding eye appeal; most with small or hidden flaws not affecting the beautiful appearance, otherwise Extremely Fine; one Scott #210 with 1971 A.P.S....
Lot #2167 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
Fancy Cancels Collection. Approximately 2000 banknotes mounted on stock pages, including stars, targets, wedges, diamond, negatives & numerals cork cancels. We noted a large number of 2¢ Jackson brown; 2¢ Jackson vermilion & 3¢ Washington green stamps, plus some 3¢ Washington rose (65). A holding with interesting selection of cancels and many easily saleable stamps throughout, which makes it quite deserving of being...
Lot #2168 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
3¢ green, double H. grill (136 var.), o.g., lightly hinged, dynamite fresh color, showing clear double grill, scarce thus as the grills impressed on these Bank Note issues are most times very difficult to detect, V.G.-Fine. Scott $950.
Lot #2169 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
15¢ orange, H. grill (141), cancel removed, sensational well centered example with generous margins and dazzling color, with and easily identifiable grill, completely sound and most appealing, Very Fine; 2013 P.S.E. certificate. Scott $1,400.
Lot #2170 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
15¢ orange, H. grill (141), black cork cancellation, scarce stamp with robust color and easily identifiable grill points; trace of trivial crease along upper right corner, F.-V.F. Scott $1,400.
Lot #2171 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
2¢ red brown, I. grill (135A), o.g., lightly hinged, handsome example of this scarce "I" grill with captivating fresh color and impression, accompanying P.S.E. certificate describes this stamp as the regular #135, as this was before the H and I grills became universally accepted; this stamp has an easily identifiable I grill measuring 11 x 13mm, and would never be confused with the larger H grill, F.-V.F.; 1993 P.S.E. certificate....
Lot #2172 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
1¢-90¢ National issue complete, plate proofs on India (145P3-155P3), exceptionally fresh set of 11 different values of hybrid proofs, India mounted on card, a magnificent set, Extremely Fine. Scott $331.
Lot #2173 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
6¢ carmine (148), neat black grid cancellation, tremendous centering and luscious rich color, a really good looking stamp, Extremely Fine to Superb; 2008 P.S.E. certificate graded XF-SUP-95. Scott $25. SMQ $350 in the grade of XF-Sup-95.
Lot #2174 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
15¢ bright orange (152), unused without gum, choice well centered example with radiant color, quite an elusive stamp; reperforated at left - not mentioned on accompanying certificate, otherwise Very Fine; clear 1969 P.F. certificate. Scott $1,100.
Lot #2175 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
90¢ carmine (155), neat black cancellation, extremely fresh and choice with bright color, Very Fine; 2014 P.S.A.G. certificate graded "80". Scott $350.
Lot #2176 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
1¢-90c plate proofs on card (157P4//209P4), immaculate "set" of 11 different values, all with large margins and unbelievable colors, includes 157P4, 160, 162-166P4, and 206-209P4; impeccably fresh both on the front and on the reverse without any traces of hinge marks or blemishes, scarce thus, Superb. Scott $295.
Lot #2177 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
6¢ dull pink (159), tied on piece by partial blue "Gin Barrel" cancellation, a Superb well centered example with a nearly complete cancel, simply gorgeous, Extremely Fine; 2014 P.F. certificate. Scott $21.
Lot #2178 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
7¢ orange vermilion (160), disturbed o.g., choice example with brilliant color, quite undervalued in Scott, Very Fine; 1971 A.P.S. certificate. Scott $1,000.
Lot #2179 - united states 1870-1888 bank note co. issues
30¢ gray black, vertically ribbed paper variety (165 var), unused without gum, decent example of this scarce 30 cent Continental Bank Note Company printing, with vivid color; small faults show only in fluid, otherwise Fine; 2014 Weiss certificate. Scott $1,300.
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