Three things to keep in mind when looking at the above results (unsolds are not included):
It is important to look at the individual data points listed below. Price swings up may be due to varieties such as broken hat or other positives such as cancels. Price swings down may be due to factors such as faults on items that would have graded higher if they were sound, and may not be considered as desirable as a sound copy in this grade.
When looking at multiple grades on the graph, grades with the same population numbers may show overlapping.
At the time of an auction, the SMQ value has already been published and is available to bidders. Increases or decreases in SMQ value prior to the auction may affect the price realized.
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6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., intense shade and proof-like impression, gorgeous centering with wide and balanced margins, long and full perforations all around
EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A PHENOMENAL MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 6-CENT COLUMBIAN, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E.
With 2009 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $4,300.00). Only one has graded higher (at 98J) and only five others share this grade.
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., radiant color as fresh as the day it was printed, remarkably detailed impression showing every nuance of the engraving, bright paper, long and full perforations all around, perfectly centered
EXTREMELY FINE GEM. THIS MAGNIFICENT MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 6-CENT COLUMBIAN HAS BEEN AWARDED THE GRADE OF SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E. -- ONLY ONE HAS GRADED HIGHER TO DATE.
With 2008 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $9,200.00). Only one has graded higher to date (at 98 Jumbo) and only four others share this desirable grade. The highest grade we have previously offered is a 95J. A comparison of the P.S.E.'s Population Report for other mid-denomination Columbian stamps indicates how scarce this is in higher grades. For example, the 5c has 20 stamps graded 98 or higher, the 4c has 17 stamps graded 98 or higher and the 3c has 18 graded 98 or higher. The only comparable denomination is the 8c, with eight copies graded 98 or higher. Surprisingly, the 4c through 8c have virtually the same SMQ value, despite the significantly different populations.
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., brilliant color, crisp impression, Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 1992 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $875.00 as 95, $4,250.00 as 98), only seven have graded higher
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., brilliant color, crisp impression, Jumbo margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 1992 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $975.00 as 95, $4,300.00 as 98), only seven have graded higher
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., Jumbo margins and near perfect centering, magnificent deep rich color, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2004 and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,200.00 as 95, $5,300.00 as 98), this is one of five in this grade with only seven higher
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H. with right selvage, Jumbo margins and essentially perfect centering, magnificent deep rich color with proof-like impression
EXTREMELY FINE GEM. AN ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICANT JUMBO-MARGINED MINT NEVER-HINGED 6-CENT COLUMBIAN ISSUE.
With 2009 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $980.00 as 95, $5,500.00 as 98). This is one of five in this grade with only six higher; in our opinion, this deserves a 98J grade (and beats the 98's out there)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., beautiful warm color and unusually detailed impression, perfectly centered with Jumbo margins
EXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB MINT NEVER-HINGED EXAMPLE OF THE 6-CENT COLUMBIAN. SCARCE IN SUCH EXQUISITE CONDITION.
With 1992 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $2,200.00 as 95, $7,950.00 as 98). Only two other share this grade, and only four have graded higher to date.
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., beautiful color and proof-like impression, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2017 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $900.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., beautiful color and proof-like impression, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 1996 P.F. and 2003 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $900.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., beautiful color and proof-like impression, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2017 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $925.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H. with bottom part imprint selvage, rich color and detailed impression, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $925.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H. with part imprint selvage at bottom, rich color and detailed impression, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,200.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., pretty color, well-proportioned margins, long and full peforations all around, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,200.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., brilliant color on fresh paper, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2010 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,200.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., brilliant color on post-office fresh paper, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2003 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,400.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., strong color and wonderfully well-centered, fresh, Extremely Fine Gem, with 2009 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,400.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., pretty pastel color in the true Purple color of the main Scott Catalogue listing, wide and balanced margins, Extremely Fine Gem, a beautiful stamp in every respect, ex Floyd, with 1990 and 2001 P.F. certificates, with 2004 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,400.00)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., radiant color on post-office fresh paper, Jumbo margins, fresh and Extremely Fine, with 1999 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $450.00 as 90, $875.00 as 95)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., radiant color on post-office fresh paper, Jumbo margins, fresh and Extremely Fine, a gorgeous stamp, with 1999 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $660.00 as 90, $2,200.00 as 95)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., pretty shade, wide margins (particularly at sides), Extremely Fine, with 2002 P.F. and 2004 P.S.E. certificate (VF-XF 85 -- we feel this should grade 90)
6c Columbian (235). Mint N.H., brilliant color on bright paper, well-proportioned margins, Very Fine, with 2003 P.S.E. certificate (F-VF 75; SMQ $85.00 as 70, $225.00 as 80)