Price History for Scott 189 in OGnh 90 Grade
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., vibrant color as fresh as the day it was printed, mathematically perfect centering with wide and balanced margins, long and full perforations all aroundEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A STUNNING MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1879 15-CENT AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE. THIS IMPRESSIVE STAMP HAS BEEN AWARDED THE GRADE OF GEM 100 BY P.S.E. -- THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED TO DATE AND THE ONLY EXAMPLE TO ACHIEVE THIS PERFECT GRADE.
We acknowledge that several large multiples, including a pane of 100, have been broken in recent years to feed collector demand for singles, particularly in Mint N.H. condition. This has driven up the population of Mint N.H. singles. However, very few stamps out of those multiples are well-centered -- many are off to one or two sides and would not grade very highly.
The stamp offered here is the exception to the rule. It is mathematically centered. The color is as fresh as the day it was printed, without even a hint of the oxidation that can plague this issue. The impression is detailed, and the perfs are all long and well-formed. It truly deserves the Gem 100 grade it was given.
With 1990 and 1999 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (Gem 100). This is the only example to achieve this grade to date, and this is the highest grade awarded.
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., deep rich color on bright paper, almost mathematically perfect centering, long and full perforations all aroundEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A MAGNIFICENT MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE, GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E.
This issue is often found in Mint N.H. condition, as several sheets have been broken in the past ten years. However, most of the stamps in these sheets are somewhat off-center, and examples such as this are very rare.
P.S.E. encapsulated (Superb 98; SMQ $8,400.00). Only one has graded higher to date (at 100, offered in our Whitman sale), and only two others share this grade
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., radiant color on bright paper, perfectly centered with wide margins on all sidesEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE. THIS MAGNIFICENT STAMP HAS BEEN AWARDED THE GRADE OF SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E.
This issue is often found in Mint N.H. condition, as several sheets have been broken in the past ten years. However, most of the stamps in these sheets are somewhat off-center, and examples such as this are very rare.
P.S.E. encapsulated (Superb 98; SMQ $8,400.00). Only one has graded higher to date (at 100, offered in our Whitman sale), and only two others share this grade. None have been awarded this grade since we last offered this 98 in November 2007.
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., vivid color on bright paper, outstanding centering with wide and balanced marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE.
This issue is often found in Mint N.H. condition, as several sheets have been broken in recent years. However, most of the stamps in these sheets are somewhat off-center, and examples such as this are rare.
With 1990 and 2014 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,450.00). Only five have graded higher (four at 98 and one at 100).
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., intense shade and impression on bright paper, gorgeous centering with wide and balanced marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE.
This issue is often found in Mint N.H. condition, as several sheets have been broken in recent years. However, most of the stamps in these sheets are somewhat off-center, and examples such as this are rare.
With 1989 and 1993 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,450.00). Only five have graded higher (four at 98 and one at 100) and only five others share this desirable grade
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., fiery color on post-office fresh paper, almost perfect centeringEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE.
This issue is often found in Mint N.H. condition, as several sheets have been broken in recent years. However, most of the stamps in these sheets are somewhat off-center, and examples such as this are rare.
With 2009 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,250.00). Only four have graded higher (including one at 100, offered in our Whitman sale), and only four others share this grade
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., brilliant color as fresh as the day it was printed, perfectly centered with wide margins, long and full perforations all aroundEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1879 15-CENT AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E.
With 2000 P.F. and 2004 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $7,350.00). Only three have graded higher to date and only four others share this grade.
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., rich color, almost perfectly centered with wide and balanced marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 15-CENT 1879 AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE. SCARCE IN SUCH SUPERB CONDITION.
With 2000 P.F. and 2004 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95). Scott Retail as hinged
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., brilliant color, perfectly centered with wide margins, crisp paper, long and full perforations all aroundEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A MAGNIFICENT MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 1879 15-CENT AMERICAN BANK NOTE COMPANY ISSUE.
P.S.E. encapsulated (XF 90 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ as Mint N.H., SMQ $730.00 as 90 hinged, $1,300.00 as 95 hinged). Scott Retail as hinged
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., choice centering, fiery color, post office fresh and Extremely Fine, with 1989 and 2013 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $2,650.00)
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., choice centering, vibrant color, Extremely Fine, a select post-office fresh stamp, with 2004 and 2014 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $2,650.00)
15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., exceptionally choice centering, fresh and bright, Extremely Fine, with 2004 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $2,700.00)
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., with top plate no. 31 selvage, excellent centering, wide margins, attractive color, Extremely Fine, with 2007 P.S.E. certificate (VF-XF 85 Jumbo; SMQ $1,350.00)
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., brilliant color, Very Fine and choice, ex Vineyard, with 1986 and 2003 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (VF 80; SMQ $600.00)
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15c Red Orange (189). Mint N.H., Very Fine, with 2009 P.S.E. certificate (F-VF 75; SMQ $450.00)