Prices of US Stamps Scott Catalog # 304: 1903 5c Abraham Lincoln. Page 4

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., spectacular color and proof-like impression, precise centering with Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine Gem, a superb stamp in every respect, P.S.E. encapsulated (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo, SMQ value $1,200.00 as 95, $3,600.00 as 98), only four have graded higher to date, and only two others share this grade.

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2011, Sale 1014, Lot 1721

1903, 5¢ blue (Scott 304), o.g., never hinged, tiny natural gum skips, large margins and brilliant fresh color, Extremely Fine. Scott price $150.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jul 2011, Sale 625, Lot 902

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., rich color and proof-like impression, wide margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $1,200.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2010, Sale 1000, Lot 1183

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., wide margins and essentially perfect centering, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95, SMQ value $1,200.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2010, Sale 997, Lot 5843

5c Blue (Scott 304). Bottom imprint and plate no. 3157 block of six, original gum, barely hinged, detailed impression, Fine-Very Fine

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2010, Sale 997, Lot 5844

1903, 5¢ blue (304), post office fresh and nearly perfectly centered with huge balanced margins and deep, dark color, original gum, never hinged, Extremely Fine. SMQ value $380 for a normal 90. Scott $150 Expertization: 1986 PF and 2007 PSE Certificates, the latter graded XF 90J.

Matthew Bennett International, Sep 2010, Sale 333, Lot 3713

1903, 5¢ blue (304), full top margin imprint and plate no. 4073 block of 6, original gum, never hinged, Fine. Scott price $1,375

Matthew Bennett International, Sep 2010, Sale 333, Lot 3714

1903, 5¢ blue (304), wonderful centering within exceptionally large balanced margins, deep shade on bright paper, fresh never hinged original gum, Extremely Fine. SMQ value $1,200 for a normal 95. Scott $150 A SUPERB JUMBO MARGINED MINT SINGLE. Expertization: 2008 PSE Certificate graded XF-Sup 95J.

Matthew Bennett International, Sep 2010, Sale 331, Lot 677

5c Blue (Scott 304). Wide margins of near Jumbo proportions, precisely centered, intense color, lightly hinged, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (OGph, Superb 98, SMQ $365.00), one of only two in the hinged category to have achieved this lofty grade with only one higher

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2010, Sale 992, Lot 2393

5c Blue (Scott 304). Block of four, bottom pair Mint N.H., top right stamp thin spot, otherwise Fine-Very Fine, with 2007 P.S.E. certificate

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 976, Lot 1858

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., bright color and proof-like impression on fresh paper, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2007 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95, SMQ price $1,050.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 976, Lot 1855

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., uncommonly wide margins and superbly centered, intense color, Extremely Fine, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF 90, SMQ $330.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 976, Lot 1857

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., rich color and proof-like impression, wide margins, Extremely Fine Gem, P.S.E. encapsulated (XF-Superb 95, SMQ $1,050.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 976, Lot 1856

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H. with partial imprint top selvage, uncommonly wide margins with choice centering, intense color, Extremely Fine, with 1998 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90, SMQ value $330.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Sep 2009, Sale 968B, Lot 376

5c Blue (Scott 304). Mint N.H., deep rich color and proof-like impression on bright paper, wide margins, fresh and Extremely Fine, with 2005 P.F. and 2003 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95, SMQ price $1,300.00)

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jun 2009, Sale 975, Lot 1659