US Stamp Prices Scott 231: 1893 2c Columbian Exposition: Landing of Columbus. Page 6

U.S.; General Issues, 1893, 2¢ Columbian, “Broken Hat” Variety, #231. N.h., rich color, Grade 95 Extremely Fine and attractive, PSE (2012), PF (1993) certs. Scott Stamp Values $925 (for normal). Estimate $500-600.

Harmer-Schau Auction Galleries, Aug 2012, Sale 94, Lot 1298

Scott #231, 2c Columbian, single tied to a E.P.H. Capron Engines, Boilers and Farm Machinery all-over yellow and purple illustrated advertising cover to Kingston, NY, pictorial designs continue on reverse, “Norwalk, CT/Feb. 17, 1893” c.d.s. cancel, Kingston receiving c.d.s. on reverse, fine-very fine; 2012 PF certificate.

Spink Shreves Galleries, Jul 2012, Sale 140, Lot 172

1893, 2¢ Columbian, broken hat variety (Scott 231), phenomenal top margin single with imprint “No.” in selvage, an extraordinary example of the highly desirable broken hat variety, with immense margins of epic proportions and wonderful deep rich color, an unbelievable World Class GEM, o.g., never hinged, Extremely Fine, 1988 P.F. certificate. Scott $150. Estimate $300 – 400. (Image 1)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jun 2012, Sale 630, Lot 1497

1893, 2¢ Columbian (Scott 231), nice appearing example of the broken frame line at lower right variety, a lovely and fresh bottom sheet margin single with part imprint in selvage, o.g., never hinged; small sealed tear at bottom of selvage not affecting stamp, Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Scott $40. Estimate price $30 – 40. (Image 1)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jun 2012, Sale 630, Lot 1498

1893, 2¢ Columbian, broken hat variety (Scott 231), a magnificent top margin imprint and plate number pair, o.g., never hinged, wonderful multiple of the elusive broken hat variety, tin immaculate mint condition, beautiful rich color, an outstanding showpiece, Extremely Fine. Scott $300. Estimate $400 – 600. (Image 1)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jun 2012, Sale 630, Lot 1499

1893, 2¢ Columbian (Scott 231), marvelous bottom margin imprint pair, o.g., never hinged, enormous JUMBO margins on both stamps, beautiful brilliant fresh color, an extraordinary showpiece with tremendous eye appeal, Extremely Fine. Scott $80. Estimate price $200 – 300. (Image 1)

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jun 2012, Sale 630, Lot 1500

2c Columbian (Scott 231). Top imprint, plate no. 154 and letter “N N” block of eight, original gum which is slightly disturbed, bright color, selvage slightly reduced, Very Fine, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (DOG, F 70)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2012, Sale 1026, Lot 1308

/ 1893, 2¢ Columbian, broken hat variety (231 var.), plate block of six, bright color, o.g., stamps never hinged, some perf seps, natural paper crease affects bottom left stamp, a F.-V.F. and rare plate block of the Broken Hat variety. Scott $550 ++

Matthew Bennett International, Mar 2012, Sale 344, Lot 4418

2c Columbian, “Broken Hat” (231 var). Mint N.H., brilliant color, wide margins, Very Fine and choice, with 1992 P.F. certificate for block

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Mar 2012, Sale 1019, Lot 540

2c Columbian (Scott 231). Mint N.H., deep rich color and proof-like impression, perfect centering with Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine Gem, a superb stamp in every respect, with 2003 P.F. and 2011 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98 Jumbo, unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $1,700.00 as 98), only three have graded higher to date

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Mar 2012, Sale 1019, Lot 539

1893, 2¢ Columbian (Scott 231), top plate number and imprint strip of 4, o.g., never hinged, spectacular deep rich color; handsome strip except for a minor surface abrasion in the top right portion of the selvage affecting the “3” in the plate No. “173”, Fine to Very Fine. Scott $160 as singles Estimate price $100 – 150.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jan 2012, Sale 628, Lot 349

1893, 2¢ Columbian (Scott 231), impressive example of the “Broken frame line at lower right” variety, o.g., never hinged, huge boardwalk margins, sensational color and impression, just a great stamp, Extremely Fine, 2001 P.S.E. certificate graded XF-90J. SMQ value $175. Scott $40.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Oct 2011, Sale 626, Lot 215

2c Columbian (Scott 231). Bottom imprint, plate no. 73 and letter “Q” block of eight, seven stamps Mint N.H., top right stamp hinged, bright color, all stamps with ample to wide margins, Very Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2011, Sale 1014, Lot 1473

2c Columbian (231). Mint N.H. bottom right corner imprint, “P P” and plate no. 167 block of ten, each stamp “broken hat” variety, rich color, small natural gum skip on bottom right stamp, Very Fine and choice, Scott Retail as Mint N.H. broken hat varieties with no premium for the plate block

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2011, Sale 1014, Lot 1472

2c Columbian, Broken Hat (231 var). Mint N.H., pretty shade, precise centering with balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2011, Sale 1014, Lot 1471