Price History for Scott 292 in Used 90 Grade
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Mathematically perfect centering with Jumbo margins, intense shade and proof-like impression, neat strike of circular datestamp leaves entire design clearly visibleEXTREMELY FINE GEM. THIS STUNNING USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE HAS BEEN GRADED GEM 100 JUMBO BY P.S.E. -- THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE POSSIBLE ON THE GRADING CHART, AND THIS STAMP IS THE ONLY $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI TO ACHIEVE THIS ULTIMATE GRADE. A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF WHAT IS WIDELY REGARDED AS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL UNITED STATES COMMEMORATIVE STAMP EVER ISSUED.
The $1.00 Trans-Mississippi is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful designs in U.S. philately. According to Brookman, the picture is supposed to portray cattle in the American West and is labelled "Western Cattle In Storm" at bottom. However, the subject of the original painting by J.A. MacWhirter, who specialized in romantic landscapes and first exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy at the age of 14, was of cattle in the West Highlands of Scotland.
The dollar-value Trans-Mississippi stamps are rarely found with centering that would qualify for a high numerical grade, but in used condition they are further handicapped by heavy registry cancels, which almost invariably knock points off the final grade.
With 1999 P.F. and 2012 P.S.E. certificates (Gem 100 Jumbo; unpriced in SMQ above the grade of 98, SMQ $11,700.00 as 98). This is the only dollar-value stamp of either the Columbian or Trans-Mississippi issues to be awarded the highest grade possible of Gem 100 Jumbo in any category (used, hinged or Mint N.H.).
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Essentially perfect centering with wide margins, intense shade and proof-like impression, very light duplex cancelEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A STUNNING USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE, GRADED SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E.
The $1.00 Trans-Mississippi is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful designs in U.S. philately. According to Brookman, the picture is supposed to portray cattle in the American West and is labelled "Western Cattle In Storm" at bottom. However, the subject of the original painting by J. A. MacWhirter, who specialized in romantic landscapes and first exhibited at the Royal Scottish Academy at the age of 14, was cattle in the West Highlands of Scotland.
The dollar-value Trans-Mississippi stamps are rarely found with centering that would qualify for a high numerical grade, but in used condition they are further handicapped by heavy registry cancels, which almost invariably knock points off the final grade.
With 2000 and 2009 P.F. certificates. With 2012 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $11,750.00). Only one used stamp grades higher (the Gem 100 Jumbo offered in our 2012 Rarities sale). The P.S.E. Population Report also lists one other Superb 98, but that stamp has a P.F. certificate calling an ink covered scrape
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Perfectly centered with unusually wide and balanced margins on all sides, deep shade and proof-like impressions which shows every nuance of the detailed engraving, clear and unobtrusive strike of "Baltimore Md. Reg." oval registry cancel, P.F. certificate states that the ink at lower left is not part of the cancel but was applied to cover an abrasion (we disagree with this opinion and think that the ink is either from the cancel or the stamp printing), P.S.E. certificate states "it is genuine", Extremely Fine Gem, ex Tahoe, with 2012 P.F. and 2007 P.S.E. certificates (Superb 98; SMQ $11,750.00), as a sound 98 this is the second highest grade awarded, exceeded only by the Gem 100 Jumbo sold in our 2012 Rarities of the World sale
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Perfectly centered with unusually wide and balanced margins on all sides, deep shade and proof-like impressions which shows every nuance of the detailed engraving, clear and unobtrusive strike of "Baltimore Md. Reg." oval registry cancel, full perforations all aroundEXTREMELY FINE GEM. WITHOUT QUESTION ONE OF THE FINEST USED EXAMPLES OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE IN EXISTENCE. THIS STAMP HAS BEEN AWARDED THE LOFTY GRADE OF SUPERB 98 BY P.S.E. -- THIS IS THE HIGHEST GRADE AWARDED TO DATE, AND THIS STAMP IS THE ONLY EXAMPLE TO ACHIEVE THIS GRADE.
The dollar-value Trans-Mississippi stamps are rarely found with centering that would qualify for a high numerical grade, but in used condition they are further handicapped by heavy registry cancels, which almost invariably knock points off the final grade. The $1.00 offered here is extraordinary not only for its precise centering and wide margins, but the clearly-struck cancel leaves the entire design visible.
With 2007 P.S.E. certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $7,800.00). This is the highest grade awarded to date, and this is the only stamp to achieve this grade.
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Intense shade and proof-like impression, light registry oval cancels, exceptionally choice centering with wide marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E. -- ONLY FOUR EXAMPLES HAVE BEEN GRADED HIGHER.
The $1.00 Trans-Mississippi has been called the most beautiful stamp in United States philately. With 2001 and 2012 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,000.00). Only four have graded higher.
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Intense shade and proof-like impression, neat strikes of Philadelphia Pa. registry oval cancels, unusually choice centering with wide marginsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE, WHICH IS GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E. -- ONLY THREE USED EXAMPLES HAVE GRADED HIGHER.
The $1.00 Trans-Mississippi has been called the most beautiful stamp in United States philately. With 2016 P.S.E. certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,000.00). Only three have graded higher.
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Intense shade and impression, gorgeous centering with wide and balanced margins, neat strikes of Boston oval cancelsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E. -- ONLY ONE USED EXAMPLE HAS GRADED HIGHER TO DATE.
1990 P.F. certificate no longer accompanies. P.S.E. encapsulated (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $3,900.00). Only one used copy has graded higher (at 98), and only five others share this desirable grade.
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Intense shade and impression, gorgeous centering with wide and balanced margins, neat strikes of Boston oval cancelsEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A SUPERB USED EXAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI ISSUE, WHICH HAS BEEN GRADED XF-SUPERB 95 BY P.S.E. -- ONLY ONE USED EXAMPLE HAS GRADED HIGHER TO DATE.
With 1990 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,450.00). Only one used copy has graded higher (at 98), and only four others share this desirable grade. As an indication of how rare this stamp is in higher grades, the highest grade awarded to date to a Mint N.H. copy is 95, and only one used and two original-gum copies have graded higher than 95.
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide and balanced margins, detailed impression, bold registry oval cancel, fresh and Extremely Fine, signed Brettl, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Deep shade on bright paper, wide and balanced margins, unobtrusive strike of target cancel at bottom right, fresh and Extremely Fine, a beautiful used example of this issue, with 2007 P.F. and 2009 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide and balanced margins, detailed impression, bold registry oval cancel, fresh and Extremely Fine, signed Brettl, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Intense shade and impression, unobtrusive strike of registry oval cancel with blue crayon, wide margins, Extremely Fine, a pretty stamp, ex "Golden Oak", with 2014 P.S.E. certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide and balanced margins, detailed impression, neat oval registry cancelEXTREMELY FINE GEM. A MAGNIFICENT WIDE-MARGINED AND LIGHTLY-CANCELLED EXCAMPLE OF THE $1.00 TRANS-MISSISSIPPI, REGARDED BY MANY TO BE THE MOST BEAUTIFUL STAMP EVER ISSUED BY THE UNITED STATES.
Ex Bowman. With 1988, 1998 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (the latter graded XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00). We continue to be astonished that this did not receive a grade higher than 90 or at least the "Jumbo" appellation. In our opinion, this stamp rivals the 100J we sold for $20,000 (Sale 1025, lot 204) -- we'll let the bidders judge
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide and balanced margins, detailed impression, neat registry oval cancel, fresh and Extremely Fine, a beautiful stamp, with 1988 and 1998 P.F. and 2008 P.S.E. certificates (XF 90; SMQ $1,350.00), we are surprised this did not grade higher
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Well-balanced margins, crisp shade and impression, light registry oval cancel, Extremely Fine, with 1998 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (VF-XF 85; SMQ $850.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Unusually wide margins, intense color, light registry oval cancel, guideline at top, Very Fine and choice, with 2012 P.S.E. certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $850.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide margins, oval numeral grid cancel, Very Fine and choice, with 1987 P.F. and 2006 P.S.E. certificates (VF-XF 85; SMQ $900.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Unusually wide margins, oval numeral grid cancel, Very Fine and choice, with 2008 P.S.E. certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $950.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Wide margins and exceptional centering, intense color, light New York oval registry cancel, Very Fine and choice, with 1988 P.F. and 1993 and 2005 P.S.E. certificates (VF-XF 85; SMQ $900.00)
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Bright shade, light duplex cancel, Very Fine, with 2013 P.S.E. certificate (VF 80; SMQ $700.00)
$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Bold color, sharp impression on fresh paper, lightly struck New York circular datestamp, Very Fine, with 1992 P.F. and 2012 P.S.E. certificates (VF 80; SMQ $700.00)
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$1.00 Trans-Mississippi (292). Unobtrusive strike of duplex cancel, three wide margins, fresh and Fine, with 2013 P.F. and 2013 P.S.E. certificates (F-VF 75; SMQ $475.00)