Certified and Graded United States Stamps from 19th century to the beginning of the 20th Century. Rare Inverted Center 1869 issues, Top of the Pop Commemoratives and Very High-Grade Airmail stamps.
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#1 1847 5c Red Brown Graded XF 90 PSE. (Used). Pretty copy four margins attractive light blue grid cancel. Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $960; this being one of 60 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 41 Graded higher)

#1 1847 5c Red Brn Graded XF 90 PSE. (Used). Red grid cancel nice four-margin example. Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated.(SMQ $960; this being one of 60 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 41 Graded higher) From the Emerald City Collection

#1 1847 5c Red Brown Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Position 80R - Double Transfer "A" variety. Red grid cancel four full margins. Very Fine to Extremely Fine; 2006 PSE - Graded Certificate. (SMQ $710; this being one of 38 attaining thi... (Click Title for More Details)

#1 1847 5c Red Brown Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Gorgeous four margin example with a red grid cancel and an extraneous inking line at the bottom right. Very Fine to Extremely Fine; 2005 PSE - Graded Certificate.(SMQ $710; this being ... (Click Title for More Details)

#1 1847 5c Red Brown. (Used). A gorgeous four margin single margins vary from generous at the bottom to monstrous at the left. Attractive red cancel. Cert notes "darkening of the color" at the top very difficult to detect if at all. V... (Click Title for More Details)

#1 1847 5c Brown. (Used). Wonderful used example tied to an original piece by a red circular grid cancel and a matching red Boston circular date stamp (c.d.s.) cancel four full margins. Very Fine; 2008 PSE Certificate. (Scott $600)... (Click Title for More Details)

#1a 1847 5c Dark Brown Graded SUP 98J PSE. (Original Gum - Previously Hinged). Bottom right sheet corner margin single Position 100R believed to be the unique mint example that unquestionably proves its plate position.... (Click Title for More Details)

#1a 1847 5c Dark Brown Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Rich shade largely face-free black grid cancel. Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $860; this being one of 8 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 26 Graded higher)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (No Gum). Rare and underappreciated in this lofty grade a true world class condition rarity. Jet black color with four ample to huge margins unbelievable preservation of this 161 year old stamp l... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 July 1 10c Black Graded SUP 98 PSE. (Used). One of the finest examples of this highly sought after issue stunning with a light red cancel absolutely enormous margins belongs in the finest collection. Superb; 2008 PSE - Graded ... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Jet Black color sharp detailed impression attractive light blue grid cancel. Four margin copy. Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1650; this being one of 23 attaining t... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). A visually striking used single well centered within generous margins intense color and detailed impression on fresh bluish paper with light unobtrusive blue grid cancel. Very Fine to Ext... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF 80 PSE. (Used). Four margins very attractive and unobtrusive red cancel. Very Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1350; this being one of 25 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 106 Graded higher)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF 80 PSE. (Used). Alluring example large balanced margins extremely attractive light red cancel pencil notation on back. Very Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1350; this being one of 25 attaining this grade as ... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF 80 PSE. (Used). Four margins bottom margin large very light red cancel.Very Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1350; this being one of 25 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 106 Graded higher) From the Eme... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded VF 80 PSE. (Used). A handsome used sheet margin single well centered within very large margins with red grid cancel and an inconsequential small corner crease at the lower left visible only under magnification... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 1847 10c Black Graded F 70 PSE. (Used). Very light cancel three very nice margins a little close at bottom but still clear of design. Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $750; this being one of 19 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 14... (Click Title for More Details)

#2 (A) 1847 10c Black Graded F 70 PSE. (Used). Double Transfer in 'X' at lower right. Well-defined and clearly visible. (Pencil mark on back) Minute traces of Blue cancel. Pretty stamp. Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (This Double Transfer u... (Click Title for More Details)

#3 1875 Reproduction 5c Red Brown Graded VF 80 PSE. (No Gum As Issued). Appealing example with a lovely warm appearance clean back. Very Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $750; this being one of 12 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 38... (Click Title for More Details)

#3 1875 Reproduction 5c Red Brown. (No Gum As Issued). Clean crisp mint example quality stamp in all respects Very Fine; 2008 PSE Certificate. (Scott $800)

#4 1875 Reproduction 10c Black Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (No Gum As Issued). Sharp Impression. Light pencil '3' on back. Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1200; this being one of 15 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with... (Click Title for More Details)

#4 1875 Reproduction 10c Black Graded VF 80J PSE. (No Gum As Issued). An attention-grabbing sheet margin single generous to huge margins and a proof-like impression. Very Fine; 2008 PSE - Graded Certificate. (this being one of 1 attai... (Click Title for More Details)

#4 1875 Reproduction 10c Black Graded F-VF 75 PSE. (No Gum As Issued). Handsome unused single. Intense impression VF appearance. Fine to Very Fine; 2008 PSE - Graded Certificate. (SMQ unvalued grade 75; this being one of 5 attaining t... (Click Title for More Details)

#5A 1851 1c Blue. (Used). Very fine appearing 5A rare stamp in any condition used Position 6RIE red and black cancels with tiny thins above the head and a light vertical crease. Very Fine; 2006 PF Certificate 1986 PF Certificate. (Scott $8500)

#6 1857 1c Blue Graded VF-XF 85 PF. (Used). TY Ia. Choice example. Position 95R4 clearly showing curl in "C" of Cents with town cancel. This very pretty stamp worth well over standard CV. Very Fine to Extremely Fine; 2007 PF Graded Certificate. (Scott $14000)

#6 1851 1c Blue. (Used). Gorgeous example of this hard to find stamp neat black cancel tiny facial scuff in the upper right edge. Gem; 2008 PSE Certificate 1974 PF Certificate. (Scott $12500)

#6 1851 1c Blue. (Used). Extremely rare used example Position 97L4 with a black New York circular date stamp (c.d.s.). Horizontal crease from the center to the right edge large margins on three sides crisp blue color pencil notation o... (Click Title for More Details)

#6b 1851 1c Blue. (Used). Position 96R4 with town cancel several thins two creases and overall soiling very pretty appearing example rare. F-VF; 2007 PSE Certificate. (Scott $2750)

#7 1851 1c Blue Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Original Gum - Previously Hinged). Among the very finest examples in existence. Huge margins bordering on a Jumbo designation all design elements clearly visible. Beautiful blue color in... (Click Title for More Details)

#7 1851 1c Blue Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Original Gum - Hinged). An extraordinary mint single especially well-centered within generous to large margins with part of the adjoining stamp showing at the bottom and minute traces of the adjoin... (Click Title for More Details)

#7 1851 1c Blue Graded XF-S 95J PSE. (Used). A captivating used single well centered within generous to huge margins with portions of the adjacent stamps clearly showing top bottom and left light non-obtrusive town cancel. Extremely F... (Click Title for More Details)

#7 1851 1c Blue Graded XF 90J PSE. (Used). Super size Jumbo margins. Attractive. Extremely Fine; 2008 PSE - Graded Certificate. (SMQ $405; this being one of 5 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 32 Graded higher)

#8 1851 1c Blue Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Lovely example. Four margins deep color and strong impression. Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $4900; this being one of 5 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 11 Graded higher)

#8A 1851 1c Blue Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Ty IIIa. 2mm+ break in top outer line. Very pretty copy intense shade and strong impression. Black grid cancel. Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated.(SMQ $1600; this being one of... (Click Title for More Details)

#8A 1851 1c Blue Graded XF 90J PSE. (Used). Type IIIa. Wonderfully bright color and paper. Jumbo margins unobtrusive cancel. Extremely Fine; 2008 PSE - Graded Certificate and 2005 PSE Certificate for a pair from which this is the righ... (Click Title for More Details)

#8A 1851 1c Blue Graded F 70 PSE. (Used). Ty IIIa attractive example Plate 4 E relief fresh with decent margins bold blue color. Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $570; this being one of 2 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 34 Graded h... (Click Title for More Details)

#9 1851 1c Blue Graded SUP 98J PF. (Used). Position 9R1L Horizontal manuscript cancel. Huge side margins with large portion of adjoining stamps at right and left. Superb; 2007 PF Graded Certificate

#9 1852 1c Blue Graded SUP 98 PSE. (Used). Mouthwatering used example truly jumbo margins although not certified as such breakout candidate post office fresh with outstanding color black New York circular cancel. Superb PSE - Encapsul... (Click Title for More Details)

#9 1852 1c Blue Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Alluring used example with black town cancel recut at the top and twice at the bottom. Extremely Fine to Superb; 2005 PSE - Graded Certificate 2002 PF Certificate. (SMQ $860; this being one ... (Click Title for More Details)

#9 1852 1c Blue XF-S 95; PSE. (Used). Wonderfully attractive face free cancel. Extremely Fine to Superb PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $860; this being one of 27 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 35 Graded higher)

#9 1852 1c Blue Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Well centered within generous to large margins with portions of the adjoining stamps clearly showing top and bottom bright fresh color multiple black circular date stamp (c.d.s.) cancels. Ex... (Click Title for More Details)

#10 1851 3c Orange Brown Graded XF 90 PSE. (Used). Rich shade fabulous color very sharp appearance for this issue. Black circular grid cancel plate position pencil notation on back. Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated.(SMQ $385; this be... (Click Title for More Details)

#11 1851 3c Brownish Carmine Graded SUP 98J PSE. (Used). An astonishing used single of this shade variety boasting huge balanced margins top and bottom and a large part of the adjoining stamps left and right blue circular date stamp (... (Click Title for More Details)

#11A 1853-55 3c Dull Red Graded VF-XF 85J PSE. (Original Gum - Previously Hinged). An attention grabbing jumbo margined mint example with parts of the adjoining stamps right and left. Light hinge marks on the back. Very Fine to Extrem... (Click Title for More Details)

#12 1856 5c Red Brown Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Few and far between example deep rich red brown color large balanced margins black circular date stamp cancel light pencil notation on back. Extremely Fine to Superb PSE - Encapsulated... (Click Title for More Details)

#12 1856 5c Red Brown Graded XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Exquisite four margin example with very light attractive black town cancel perfect back one of the best. Extremely Fine to Superb; 2007 PSE - Graded Certificate.(SMQ $2850; this being ... (Click Title for More Details)

#12 1856 5c Red Brown Graded XF 90 PSE. (Used). Deep Shade; face-free cancel. Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1350; this being one of 17 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 26 Graded higher) From the Emerald City Collection

#12 1856 5c Red Brown Graded VF-XF 85 PSE. (Used). Very pleasing used example with circular date stamp (c.d.s.) cancel Very Fine to Extremely Fine PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $1000; this being one of 11 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with 44 Graded higher)

#13 1855 10c Graded Green XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Exceptionally choice example eye-catching green color large well balanced margins on all sides black circular date stamp (c.d.s.) and attractive traces or red cancel as well. Extremely Fi... (Click Title for More Details)

#13 1855 10c Graded Green XF-S 95 PSE. (Used). Erased pencil marks on back. Large margins. Extremely Fine to Superb PSE - Encapsulated. (SMQ $3400; this being one of 11 attaining this grade as of 10/08 with only 4 Graded higher) Fr... (Click Title for More Details)