Sale 1351 — The Vaquero Collection of Gem-Quality 19th and 20th Century United States Stamps

Sale Date — Thursday, 15 May, 2025

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Category — 1893 Columbian Issue (Scott 230-245)

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Sale 1351, Lot 1029, 1893 Columbian Issue (Scott 230-245)

5c Chocolate, Columbian (234). Mint N.H., intense shade and impression on bright paper, choice centering with wide and balanced margins

EXTREMELY FINE GEM MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 5-CENT COLUMBIAN ISSUE, GRADED SUPERB 98 JUMBO BY P.S.E. — ONLY ONE GRADES HIGHER.

Ex Gorham. With 1996 and 2006 P.F. certificates (Superb 98). With 2025 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo). Only one grades higher (at 100) and eight others share this desirable grade.

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2,200