Cost of US Stamps Scott Catalog # 565 – 1923 14c American Indian Perf 11. Page 1

1923, 14¢ blue. Bottom margin plate “19420” block of 6, o.g., never hinged, exceptional centering amid wide margins, radiantly rich color, brilliantly fresh and immaculate, Extremely Fine and choice, a stunning gem. Scott No. 565; $130.

Schuyler J. Rumsey Philatelic Auctions, Apr 2015, Sale 60, Lot 2949

1923, 14¢ blue (Scott 565), top plate block of 6, o.g., never hinged, fantastic bold color on bright white paper, a striking top quality example, Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Scott $130. Estimate price $100 – 150.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Jan 2015, Sale 663, Lot 1901

14c Blue (Scott 565). Mint N.H., flawless centering, intense color and impression, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2014 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, $225.00 as 98), one of eight to grade Gem 100

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2014, Sale 1090, Lot 1583

14c Hollow Horn Bear, Large Die Proof on India (Scott 565P1). On 150 x 196mm card with full die sinkage, binding at left from a salesman’s sample book, brilliant color, fresh and Very Fine, a rare die proof, we have offered only two others since 1993

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Dec 2014, Sale 1090, Lot 1044

14c Hollow Horn Bear, Large Die Proof on India (565P1). On 152 x 203mm card with full die sinkage, typed “Approved March 24, 1923. Postmaster General” and signed Harry S. New, blue 1208112 control number on back, minor corner bend at bottom right, still Very Fine, accompanied by a large engraving on India, die sunk on same size card, depicting an Indian in headdress, pencil “Hollow Horn Bear – Brule Sioux”, small margin tear at bottom and card thinning outside India paper, still Very Fine, this engraving was the basis for the design of the 14c stamp, Scott Retail for the 565P1 die proof $1,000.00

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Oct 2014, Sale 1082, Lot 179

1923, 14¢ blue (Scott 565), bottom right complete sheet of 100 with plate numbers, o.g., mostly never hinged, fabulous well centered sheet that would yield many top quality gradable singles if broken up, all never hinged except a single stamp at top center row, and a small hinge remnant in bottom selvage that would deem the bottom plate block/6 hinged, three manuscript signatures in right side margin including “H.S.N, PMG” (Harry S. New, postmaster general, plus another dated “5/1/23”, a premium quality multiple with gorgeous rich color, among the nicest that hasn’t been broken up for singles, Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Scott $1,134. Estimate $300 – 400.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Sep 2014, Sale 655, Lot 581

1923, 14¢ blue (Scott 565), top plate block of 6, o.g., never hinged, among the freshest and choicest examples you’ll ever see, excellent well centered plate being a striking wide top with intense color, throw away the catalog on this one, as this plate block in this quality should realize a staggering price, Very Fine. Scott $130. Estimate value $200 – 300.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, May 2014, Sale 653, Lot 2437

*    14¢ blue (565 var.), strip of three with dramatic pre-printing fold, lightly hinged (on left stamp) original gum, F.-V.F., excellent Indian topical variety (photo). Estimate 200 – 300

Matthew Bennett International, May 2014, Sale 350, Lot 665

United States 1910-30 Issues 1922-25 14c Indian, Washington May 1, 1923 Worden FDC, v.f.

Cherrystone Auctions, Apr 2014, Sale 201404, Lot 92

1923, 14¢ blue (Scott 565), top plate block of 6, o.g., never hinged, outstanding quality, an extraordinary showpiece with captivating color, Very Fine to Extremely Fine, 2014 P.S.E. certificate. Scott $130. Estimate value $150 – 200.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Mar 2014, Sale 648, Lot 2257

1923, 14¢ blue (565), o.g., never hinged, stunning example of this popular stamp, perfectly centered amid generous margins, with gleaming rich color, a perfect “Bo Derek – 10” that would please the most quality conscious collector, Superb, 2013 P.S.E. certificate graded SUP-98, 1 of 39 examples at this lofty grade, with only 10 others grading higher, according to P.S.E.’s population report. SMQ $250 in grade of Sup-98. Scott $11. Estimate price $200 – 300.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Dec 2013, Sale 640, Lot 463

United States – First Day Covers 1923 14c American Indian, Washington, D.C., May 1 FDC, clear postmark, addressed to Herman W. Boers, cover serviced by George Frost, with his distinctive wax seal shown on front, v.f.

Cherrystone Auctions, Nov 2013, Sale 201311, Lot 77

14c Blue (Scott 565). Mint N.H., precise centering and wide margins, intense color and sharp impression, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ value $250.00 as 98), this is highest grade possible on the grading chart and it is the only example to achieve it

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Jul 2013, Sale 1050, Lot 645

14c Blue (565). Mint N.H. pane of 100 with bottom and right plate no. blocks of six, natural s.e. top and left, deep rich color, light Scott No. pencil notation in selvage, one stamp with tiny toned spot, Fine-Very Fine, Scott Retail as plate blocks and singles

Robert Siegel Auction Galleries, Mar 2013, Sale 1040, Lot 1971

1923, 14¢ blue (Scott 565), bottom plate block of 6, o.g., never hinged, impressive example with sensational deep dark color printed on bleach white paper, scarce when found with such beautiful qualities, Very Fine to Extremely Fine. Scott $130. Estimate value $150 – 200.

Daniel Kelleher Auctions, Mar 2013, Sale 635, Lot 704