Sale 1231 — The James P. Myerson Collection of Superb United States Stamps

Sale Date — Tuesday-Wednesday, 9-10 February, 2021

*A buyer’s premium of 18% of the winning bid was added as part of the total purchase price on all lots in this sale. Buyers were responsible for applicable sales tax, customs duty and any other prescribed charges. By placing a bid, bidders agreed to the terms and conditions in effect at the time of the sale.

Category — 1867-68 Grilled Issue (Scott 79-101)

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Cat./Est. Value

Realized

110

Sale Number 1231, Lot Number 110, 1867-68 Grilled Issue (Scott 79-101)24c Gray Lilac, F. Grill (99), 24c Gray Lilac, F. Grill (99)

24c Gray Lilac, F. Grill (99). Pastel shade, outstanding centering with balanced margins, light rosette cancel

EXTREMELY FINE GEM USED EXAMPLE OF THE 1868 24-CENT F GRILL -- GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY THE PHILATELIC FOUNDATION.

The higher-denomination F Grills were produced in limited quantities and are often found either off center or with choppy perforations. This stamp is a true condition rarity.

With 1983 and 2019 P.F. certificates (XF-Superb 95)

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