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$5.00 Black, Large Die Trial Color Proof Printed Directly on Card (263TC1). 116 x 159mm with full die sinkage, trace of albino “63” die no. at bottom, Very Fine and choice, scarce, probably from a set prepared on April 22, 1898, ex Earl of Crawford, Scott Retail as on India Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 240 |
US$800.00 |
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$5.00 Dark Green, Plate Proof on Card (Scott 263P4). Bottom arrow block of four, large margins all around, light vertical crease, Very Fine appearance, unique from this position Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 249 |
US$1,500.00 |
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$5.00 Dark Green, Plate Proof on Card (Scott 263P4). Right arrow block of four, rich color on bright paper, large margins all around, Very Fine and choice, a scarce and desirable position multiple, all arrow positions on the $2.00 and $5.00 are unique, ex Earl of Crawford Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 248 |
US$1,800.00 |
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$5.00 Dull Violet, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 263TC1). On 152 x 202mm card with full die sinkage, trace of albino “63” die no. at bottom, complete strike of red “Received Third Asst. P.M. Genl. P.O.D. Dec. 24, 1897” double-circle datestamp on back, card with some slight soiling, otherwise Very Fine, especially desirable with the complete backstamp Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 238 |
US$800.00 |
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$5.00 Olive Green, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 263TC1). On 151 x 202mm card with full die sinkage, trace of albino “63” die no. at bottom, virtually complete strike of red “Received Third Asst. P.M. Genl. P.O.D. Dec. 24, 1897” double-circle datestamp on back, card with some soiling, otherwise Very Fine, scarce Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 239 |
US$800.00 |
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$5.00 Orange Brown, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 263TC1). On 72 x 164mm card with full die sinkage, partially inked “63” die no. at bottom, radiant color, fresh and Very Fine, scarce Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 234 |
US$800.00 |
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$5.00 Brown Red, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (263TC1). On 72 x 164mm card with full die sinkage, brilliant color, Very Fine and choice, a beautiful Trial Color Proof, this looks more like Chestnut to us but we have classified it according to its closest fit in Scott Catalogue Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 235 |
US$1,000.00 |
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$5.00 Red Brown, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 263TC1). On 151 x 202mm card with full die sinkage, faint albino impression of “63” die no. at bottom, mostly complete strike of red “Received Third Asst. P.M. Genl. P.O.D. Dec. 24, 1897” double-circle datestamp on back, card with some soiling, otherwise Very Fine, scarce Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 236 |
US$850.00 |
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$5.00 Gray Black, Large Die Trial Color Proof on India (Scott 263TC1). On 150 x 202mm card with full die sinkage, trace of albino “63” die no. at bottom, red “Received Third …Genl. P.O.D. Dec. 24, 1897” double-circle datestamp on back, card with some slight soiling, otherwise Very Fine, scarce Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2009, Sale 977, Lot 237 |
US$800.00 |
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United States 1894-95 Bureau Issues 1894 $5 dark green, deep rich color, well centered with wide margins, l.h. (appears n.h.), fine and beautiful example of this high value, with 2002 PFC Cherrystone Auctions, Nov 2009, Sale 200911, Lot 3096 |
US$1,900.00 |
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o U.S. General Issues, 1894, $5 dark green, #263. Used, heavy pressed out creases, Fine appearing. Scott $2,750. Estimate $250. Harmer-Schau Auction Galleries, Oct 2009, Sale 83, Lot 405 |
US$460.00 |
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o U.S. General Issues, 1894, $5 dark green, #263. Used, tiny thins at top, Average to Fine. Scott $2,750. Estimate price $300. Harmer-Schau Auction Galleries, Oct 2009, Sale 83, Lot 404 |
US$299.00 |
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$5.00 Dark Green (Scott 263). Original gum, rich color and detailed impression on crisp paper with clear stitch watermark FRESH AND FINE ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1894 $5.00 UNWATERMARKED BUREAU ISSUE. This stamp has far more visual appeal than our conservative grade would indicate. Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 976, Lot 1759 |
US$2,300.00 |
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$5.00 Dark Green (263). Original gum, lightly hinged, deep rich color and proof-like impression on post-office fresh paper, perfectly centered with wide margins EXTREMELY FINE FINE GEM. THIS STUNNING ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1894 $5.00 UNWATERMARKED BUREAU ISSUE HAS BEEN GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E. The 1894 Unwatermarked issue was the first U.S. postage issue to be printed by the Bureau of Engraving & Printing, after the contract with American Bank Note Co. expired. The first stamps printed by the Bureau are notoriously difficult to find well-centered, as production was marred by initial problems as they geared up to meet the needs of the public for stamps. The designs were kept the same from the 1890 ABN Co. issue, with the addition of corner triangles to distinguish the printings. The use of the same designs is another indication of the time pressure that may have caused some of the initial production problems. Perhaps the two most difficult denominations to find in superb condition are the $1.00 Type II (Scott 261A), and the $5.00. With 2009 P.S.E. certificate (OGph, Superb 98, SMQ value $29,000.00). Only three others share this grade and only one has graded higher to date. Collectors waiting for a Mint N.H. example in higher grades will have a very long wait — the highest grade awarded thus far to a Mint N.H. copy is 80. Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2009, Sale 973, Lot 166 |
US$17,500.00 |
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$5.00 Dark Green (Scott 263). Original gum, lightly hinged, deep rich color on crisp paper, well-proportioned margins VERY FINE ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1894 $5.00 UNWATERMARKED BUREAU ISSUE. With 1978 and 2000 P.F. certificates Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Apr 2009, Sale 972, Lot 3254 |
US$2,400.00 |