Sale 1391 — United States Stamps
Sale Date — Tuesday-Thursday, 13-15 October, 2026
Category — 1870-71 National Bank Note Co. Issues (Scott 134-155)
90c Carmine (155). Original gum, lightly hinged, brilliant color, choice centering with wide and balanced margins
EXTREMELY FINE. A GORGEOUS ORIGINAL-GUM EXAMPLE OF THE 1870 90-CENT NATIONAL BANK NOTE COMPANY UNGRILLED ISSUE, SCOTT 155, GRADED XF 90 BY P.S.E.
The 1870 90c National ungrilled issue, Scott 155, is somewhat overshadowed by its grilled counterpart, Scott 144. Collectors are also misled by the availability of Scott 166, the 90c 1873 Continental. Although the difference in shades is distinct, collectors have a tendency to confuse the two and underrate the 1870 National printing.
From the Nathanael Greene collection. Ex Gross. With 1991 P.F. and 2024 P.S.E. certificates (OGph, XF 90). Only three graded higher (at 95) and three share this grade. SCV $5,000.
