United States Stamps continued...

**1912-1917 WASHINGTON-FRANKLIN ISSUES continued...**
Lot	Symbol	CatNo.	Lot Description	CV or Estimate
1281	u	425	#425, 2c Rose red, Ty. I, impeccably centered amid uncommonly large margins, brilliantly rich color and an excellent clarity of impression, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2004 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $405.00); among the highest graded stamps, with just one never hinged example grading a bit higher (98J). (Image)	$4.75 SOLD for $550.00 Will close during Public Auction
1282	u	426 var.	#426 var., 3c Deep violet, pink back variety, exceedingly well centered within extravagantly large margins, strong bright color in the aniline shade typical of the pink back varieties, sharp impression on bright paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; 2006 PSE certificate as the generic #426 (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $365.00 for 95 and $1,100.00 for 98). (Image)	$35.00 SOLD for $850.00 Will close during Public Auction
1283	u	426	#426, 3c Deep violet, outstanding centering within lavishly large margins, bright fresh color and a crisp impression on clean white paper, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $65.00 for 95 and $125.00 for 98). (Image)	$15.00 SOLD for $250.00 Will close during Public Auction
1284	u	427	#427, 4c Brown, a magnificent quality bottom margin plate no. 7263, featuring exceptionally large and absolutely perfectly balanced margins all around, gorgeous rich color and a sharp detailed impression, unblemished o.g., n.h., superb; one of the finest quality examples we have ever offered in our auctions; 2005 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $2,300.00); this stunning gem has been awarded the highest grade in the PSE population report and is the only example to have been given the lofty Superb 98 designation. (Image)	$80.00 SOLD for $3,750.00 Will close during Public Auction
1285	u	427	#427, 4c Brown, exceptionally well centered within extravagantly large margins, rich color and a strong impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; an especially choice example; 2006 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $880.00 for 95 and $2,300.00 for 98). (Image)	$80.00 SOLD for $1,600.00 Will close during Public Auction
1286	u	428	#428, 5c Blue, a remarkable quality mint single, being absolutely perfectly centered amid large margins, deep luxuriant color and an intense impression, long intact perforations all around, o.g., lightly hinged, an extremely fine gem; 2005 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $270.00); this is the only example graded Superb 98 by the PSE, the highest grade awarded. (Image)	$35.00 SOLD for $240.00 Will close during Public Auction
1287	u	428	#428, 5c Blue, marvelously well centered, stunning deep prooflike color and impression on brilliantly white paper, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; an especially desirable example; 2006 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $880.00); this is the highest grade assigned to a never hinged #428. (Image)	$80.00 SOLD for $900.00 Will close during Public Auction
1288	u	429	#429, 6c Red orange, a spectacular mint single, featuring margins of enormous size and being incredibly well centered within these vast borders, plus its color is exceedingly bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine jumbo; 2000 PF certificate and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,100.00 for 95 and $2,950.00 for 98). (Image)	$115.00 SOLD for $1,900.00 Will close during Public Auction
1289	u	430	#430, 7c Black, a highly desirable mint single, extraordinarily well centered amid large margins, deep "jet" black color and a well incised impression on crisp white paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a lovely gem; 1997 PF certificate and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,800.00). (Image)	$225.00 SOLD for $1,800.00 Will close during Public Auction
1290	u	431	#431, 8c Pale olive green, gem mint single, perfectly centered within large margins, strong rich color and a well defined impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2006 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $280.00). (Image)	$37.50 SOLD for $425.00 Will close during Public Auction
1291	u	432	#432, 9c Salmon red, an incredibly handsome and choice mint single, marvelously well centered, brilliantly fresh color and a sharp impression on pristine white paper, unusually full and intact perforations all around, unblemished o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; this is considered the most difficult stamp of the series to find in premium never hinged condition, confirmed by the fact that this is the highest graded example in the PSE population report; 2003 PF certificate and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,100.00); ex-Gilbert. (Image)	$115.00 SOLD for $1,100.00 Will close during Public Auction
1292	u	433	#433, 10c Orange yellow, a gorgeous mint single, possessing incredibly intense and vibrant color, plus a deeply etched impression on fresh paper, in addition it sports outstanding centering within extravagantly large margins, flawless o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2003 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,050.00 for 95 and $2,850.00 for 98); only one stamp grades higher (98). (Image)	$115.00 SOLD for $1,600.00 Will close during Public Auction
1293	u	434	#434, 11c Dark green, an incredibly choice mint single, possessing not only impeccable centering amid uncommonly large margins, but it is features a remarkable overall freshness and brilliance that is rarely seen, with stunning deep prooflike color and impression wonderfully contrasted by its immaculate white paper, pristine o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem in every regard; 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $620.00). (Image)	$60.00 SOLD for $650.00 Will close during Public Auction
1294	u	435	#435, 12c Claret brown, a fabulous quality mint single, boasting mathematically precise centering amid large margins, strong rich color and a crisp detailed impression, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a true gem example; 1984 PF certificate and a 2006 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $2,000.00); this is the sole example to achieve the stellar Superb 98 status, the highest grade awarded by the PSE. (Image)	$65.00 SOLD for $2,000.00 Will close during Public Auction
1295	u	435	#435, 12c Claret brown, extraordinarily well centered within unusually large margins, deeply rich color and a highly detailed impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2004 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $115.00). (Image)	$27.50 SOLD for $110.00 Will close during Public Auction
1296	u	435a	#435a, 12c Copper red, an exceedingly choice mint single, being remarkably well centered within wide margins, gorgeous color that is incredibly deep and rich, particularly intense impression, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine; an eye-appealing gem; 2003 PF certificate and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $780.00); the highest grade assigned to this striking and distinctive shade variety by the PSE; ex-Cohen. (Image)	$75.00 SOLD for $550.00 Will close during Public Auction
1297	u	437	#437, 15c Gray, perfect centering within exceptionally large margins, strong rich color and a well defined impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine gem; a superbly centered stamp; 2003 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $830.00); one of two mint stamps (both hinged) to receive this grade, the highest in the PSE population report. (Image)	$135.00 SOLD for $675.00 Will close during Public Auction
1298	u	437	#437, 15c Gray, a most impressive mint single, extraordinarily well centered within especially wide margins, warm rich color and a well defined impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $2,400.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to date for a never hinged #437. (Image)	$300.00 SOLD for $2,300.00 Will close during Public Auction
1299	u	438	#438, 20c Ultramarine, a highly select mint single, being in a condition that is far superior to what is typically seen on this value, being remarkably well centered within lavishly large margins, plus its color is exceedingly bright and fresh on clean white paper, unusually even and intact perforations all around, pristine o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 1988 and 2004 PF certificates, and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $3,350.00). (Image)	$500.00 SOLD for $2,900.00 Will close during Public Auction
1300	u	438	#438, 20c Ultramarine, excellent centering within large margins, attractive color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2004 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $650.00). (Image)	$220.00 SOLD for $675.00 Will close during Public Auction