The J. E. Safra 24c Inverted Jenny by Spink and Son

$20.00

The J. E. Safra 24c Inverted Jenny

May 21, 2014

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The J. E. Safra 24c Inverted Jenny

MAY 21 in New York and on

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YOUR SPINK TEAM FOR THIS SALE

SALE LOCATION SPINK SHREVES GALLERIES

145 W. 57th St., 18th Floor New York, NY 10019 212/262-8400 Fax: 212/262-8484

SALE DETAILS Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at 11:00 a.m.

For your questions about the sale lots: George Eveleth Head of Philatelic Dept. geveleth@spink.com 410.852.8375 Richard Debney Senior Philatelist rdebney@spink.com

FOR YOUR PAYMENT

Sonia Alves Auction Administration, Bidding & Payment salves@spink.com 212/262-8400

VIEWING OF LOTS SPINK SHREVES GALLERIES

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Monday, May 12, 2014 Tuesday, May 13, 2014 Wednesday, May 14, 2014 Thursday, May 15, 2014 Friday, May 16, 2014 Monday, May 19, 2014 Tuesday, May 20, 2014

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May 21, 2014 - New York

1918 Twenty Four Cent Inverted Jenny The Finest of the Five Recorded Mint N. H. Copies

1001 1001

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#C3a, 24c Carmine rose and blue, Center Inverted, pos. 77, an extraordinarily choice and exceptionally fresh mint example of this coveted and storied error rarity, wonderfully well centered amid large margins, beautiful rich colors on crisp clean paper, while full and even perforations all around further enhance its considerable eye-appeal, plus its reverse reveals immaculate original gum which is never hinged,light pencil number "77" at bottom right as marked by Eugene Klein on all positions on the sheet of 100, choice very fine; the highest graded mint never hinged example; 2014 P.F. Certificate (VF-XF 85; SSV $1,000,000.00 for VF 80). The 1918 Twenty Four Cent Inverted Jenny is one of the most recognized and desired rarities in all of philately. Its legendary status began the moment the stamp was issued in May, 1918, when William T. Robey purchased the entire error sheet of 100 at the New York Avenue Post Office window in Washington D.C. - May 14th - just one day after the stamp was issued. Within one week Robey sold the sheet for $15,000.00 to the well-known Philadelphia stamp dealer Eugene Klein (an impressive return on his initial $24.00 investment). Shortly thereafter Mr. Klein sold the sheet to the renowned, yet eccentric collector, Col. Edward H.R. Green for $20,000.00. Col. Green asked Klein to break up the sheet for him into singles and blocks, then instructed him to sell all but the few key position blocks. What is puzzling is how, given the immediate attention created by a spectacular new error, so many of the stamps from the sheet have been poorly handled and stored over the years. In fact, there are at least six examples whose whereabouts are unknown and possibly lost to philately. A great many of the known copies have varying degrees of faults and some even have lost all of their original gum. Improper hinging has caused a significant number of the faults, often thinning or creasing the stamps and nineteen have straight edges. . This example from the J.E. Safra holding, which he acquired in a 2 February, 1994 Christie's auction of the "Westport" collection for $173,000.00, is the finest of the mere five mint never hinged copies of the 24c Jenny with inverted center recorded, the most famous and widely recognized stamp in philately. It has previously graced the collections of Colonel Edward H.R. Green, Frederick H. Douglas of Rumson, N.J., who sold it through John A. Fox at auction on 30 July, 1959 for $6,100.00 to Raymond H. Weill acting as agent for Dr. J.A. Graves. It was next offered publicly at the 1982 Siegel Rarities of the world auction, and sold again to Weill acting as agent for "Westport." It realized $198,000.00 a then record price for a single United States stamp. The most recent appearance of a mint n.h. copy was the Robert A. Siegel sale of the Beverly Hills Collection in October, 2013. That copy, which was graded VF 80 by both the P.F. and P.S.E. hammered for $500,000.00.(photo)

1,000,000.00

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THE J. E. SAFRA 24c INVERTED JENNY

CATALOG KEY SYMBOLS ★ ★★ (★) ❍ ❏ ▲ ✉

MINT (O.G.) OR UNUSED AS ISSUED MINT-NEVER HINGED UNUSED (WITHOUT GUM OR REGUMMED) USED BLOCK OF FOUR OR LARGER ON PIECE COVER, CARD OR ON ENTIRE

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GRADED

CANCELLED

BK BP E P PB R S TC

COMPLETE BOOKLET BOOKLET PANE ESSAY PROOF PLATE BLOCK REPRINT SPECIMEN TRIAL COLOR PROOF

ms. n.h. o.g. ovpt. pmk. s.e.

MANUSCRIPT

ABBREVIATIONS c.d.s. cplt. fdc h.r. h.s. incl.

CIRCULAR DATE STAMP COMPLETE FIRST DAY COVER HINGE REMNANT HANDSTAMP INCLUDING

NEVER HINGED ORIGINAL GUM OVERPRINT POSTMARK STRAIGHT EDGE

CONDITION EXTREMELY FINE VERY FINE FINE

OUTSTANDING, THE HIGHEST QUALITY POSSIBLE. CHOICE CONDITION, WELL CENTERED; IF IMPERFORATE WITH FOUR WELL CLEAR MARGINS.

VERY GOOD

SOUND IN ALL RESPECTS, PERFORATIONS CLEAR DESIGN; IF IMPERFORATE MARGINS MAY BE CLOSE OR TOUCHING, BUT WILL NOT CUT DESIGN.

STAMPS ARE SO GRADED EITHER BY REASON OF GENERAL APPEARANCE OF IMPERFECT CENTERING OR A FAULT.

At all times any faults such as a crease, tear, thin spot, etc. will be specifically described. In collection lots and balances the condition described is meant to indicate the overall average to be found. Examples above and below the condition listed can be expected. Typically we do not describe minor perforation separations on blocks or sheets as these are quite normal and are not grounds for their return. In regard to covers, torn or partially missing black flaps, light filing folds and small edge tears, unless they affect the adhesive or markings, are not justification for the return of a lot.

ESTIMATES If an Estimated cash value is given, it is shown in the descriptions with the abbreviation “Est.” Estimates, which are in United States dollars, are used when a lot is large or when it is not listed in the standard catalogs. Our estimates are typically conservative and the lots invariably realize in the estimate ranges or higher.

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Terms and Conditions of Sale This is a public auction and mail-bid sale held by SPINK, who are licensed and bonded auctioneers. SPINK may not withdraw any lot after a call for bids has been made with respect to that lot, however, the consignor of the property included in the lot (or any other lot) may bid on and purchase the lot for his/her own account. If he/she does so, he/she must pay both the seller’s commission and buyer’s premium. 1. 2.

The placing of a bid constitutes full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions of Sale by the bidder. The highest bidder acknowledged by SPINK shall be the buyer. In the event of any dispute between bidders, SPINK may, at its sole discretion, immediately put the lot up for sale again. SPINK’S decision shall be final and binding upon all bidders. A buyer’s premium equal to 20% of the successful bid price of each lot up to and including $2,000.00 and 15% of the excess bid price will be added to each invoice and is payable by the buyer as part of the total purchase price. All bids are to be per lot as numbered in this catalog. SPINK reserves the right to group two or more lots together and to withdraw, prior to call for bids, any lot(s) from the sale. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only, and SPINK reserves the right to reject any bid or advance the bidding at its discretion. SPINK may not withdraw any lot after a call for bids has been made with respect to that lot, however, the consignor of the property included in the lot (or any other lot) may bid on and purchase the lot for his/her own account. If he/she does so, he/she must pay both the seller’s commission and buyer’s premium. SPINK may have made advances and loans available to certain consignors and bidders in the sale. SPINK reserves the right to bid on any lot in the sale. Additionally, SPINK may or may not have financial interest in any of the lot(s) in the sale. All sales are strictly for cash, check and bank/wire transfer in United States dollars; However, SPINK will only accept cash payments under $10,000.00. SPINK offers clients the option of paying by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express only) in United States Dollars for a convenience charge of two percent (2%) for Visa and MasterCard and four percent (4%) for American Express, up to a total of $30,000.00.Credit card payments will only be accepted if (a) the purchase is made by the card holder, (b) any purchased items to be shipped are shipped to the cardholder’s verified billing address, (c) floor bidders present their credit cards and (d) all returns are governed by the terms and conditions of the sale. Payment is due and payable immediately upon receipt of the auction invoice or, if payment is to be made at the auction site, simultaneously with receipt of the purchased items. SPINK reserves the right to void a sale if payment in full of the invoice is not received by SPINK within fifteen (15) days of the date of invoice. A late charge in the amount of the lesser of 18% per annum and the maximum lawful rate will be charged on the invoice total if payment is not received within thirty (30) days of the date of the invoice. All lots are subject to applicable state and local taxes, unless appropriate resale certificates are on file with SPINK. Shipping, handling and administration charges will be added to invoices for lots delivered by mail. All lots will be shipped via U.S. Express Mail to Post Office boxes, via Federal Express to street addresses, and FedEx ground for bulky large lots (in the U.S. only). Purchases shipped via FedEx will not be covered by SPINK insurance in the event that the buyer has placed a “signature release” on file with FedEx. Buyer

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14. Agents executing bids on behalf of clients will be held responsible for all purchases made on behalf of clients unless otherwise arranged prior to the sale. 15. The same protections applicable to SPINK shall apply to each officer, director and employee of SPINK unless such individual shall be convicted of knowingly and intentionally selling false or stolen goods. 16. The descriptions provided in the catalog are intended solely for the use of those bidders who do not have the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding. All photographs in the catalog are as accurate as can be reproduced with today’s technology; however, they cannot be relied upon for exact reproduction of color. All bidders who have inspected the lots prior to the auction will not be granted any return privileges, except for reasons of genuineness. It is presumed that all floor bidders have inspected the lots prior to bidding. Therefore, lots purchased by floor bidders are sold “AS IS” and may not be returned. Floor Bidders include those bidders acting as agents for others. Additionally, SPINK reserves the right to describe items differently than the descriptions shown in the catalog should such items be consigned to any future auction. 17. All the lots are sold as genuine. For the purpose of this sale, “genuine” is defined as not faked or forged and SPINK will not knowingly sell any item that has been “repaired’, “restored”, “processed”, “cleaned”, “pressed” or “conserved” in any way without disclosure of such facts to the potential buyer. 18. The following conditions apply to requests for expertization of philatelic items: (a) Mail bidders are asked to advise SPINK of any extension requests at the time of placing their bids; (b) Floor bidders must advise SPINK of any extensions in writing at the time of lot settlement; (c) SPINK will submit all items so requested by successful bidders to the reputable authority of their choice; For United States stamps, the Philatelic Foundation and the Professional Stamp Experts are the accepted authorities. (d) Purchasers of items submitted for expertization must pay as part of the purchase price all charges for expertization, including postage and handling; (e) Purchasers of items to be expertized must make payment in full immediately upon purchase prior to expertizing; Refunds will be made promptly for all sums if in the unlikely event an item is returned with a negative opinion; (f) Requests for expertization of stamps with certificates dated within the last five (5) years of the sale date will not be granted; (g) No lot may be returned due to a certification service grading a stamp differently than the grade stated in the auction description; (h) No lot will be accepted as a return from expertization if the item is indelibly marked as being altered or fraudulent by the expertizing authority; and (i) No lot will be accepted as a return, for any reason whatsoever, including extension returns, after four (4) months from the sale date. Any exceptions to this time limitation must be agreed to in writing at SPINK sole discretion. 19. No lots may be returned without a written request by the successful bidder and the written approval of SPINK. In the unlikely event of returning a lot, SPINK must receive notification of the buyer’s intent within three (3) days of the

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buyer’s receipt of the lot. The following lots may not be returned for any reason whatsoever: (a) lots containing ten or more items; (b) lots described as having faults or defects because of the faults described or any others, including lots described as “repaired”, “corroded”, “holed”, “whizzed”, or similar damage, except for non-authenticity; (c) illustrated lots because of centering, margins, etc. or other factors shown in the illustrations; (d) lots described “AS IS”, including third party graded coins or banknotes (i.e. PCGS, NGC, ANACS, ICG); (e) lots valued primarily for the bullion content; (f) lots examined by postal viewers; and (g) any philatelic extension lot unless the conditions set forth in Item 18 above is complied with fully. Except for lots placed on extension, as per the conditions of Item 18 above, no lots may be returned for any reason whatsoever after thirty (30) days from sale date. Late payment for purchase may, at SPINK option, be considered just cause to revoke all return privileges. If any disputes arise regarding payment, authenticity, or description between the bidder and SPINK, SPINK at its sole discretion, may submit the disputed matter to binding arbitration in New York, NY, to which the bidder, by placing a bid and hereby accepting these Terms and Conditions of Sale, agrees to be bound. United States coins and currency will not, in conformity with the law, be opened at less than face value. The auctioneer reserves the right to postpone the sale by auction for a reasonable period of time as a result of any significant event which, in the sole discretion of the auctioneer, makes it advisable to postpone the event. No prospective bidder or prospective buyer shall have recourse as a result of any postponement In the event SPINK refers an invoice(s) to an attorney for collection, the buyer agrees to pay SPINK attorney’s fees, court costs, witness fees and other costs incurred by SPINK. THESE TERMS OF SALE SHALL BE GOVERNED BY AND CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, WITHOUT GIVING REGARD TO THE PRINCIPLES OF CONFLICTS OF LAW. THE SIGNER OF A SPINK BID SHEET OR PARTICIPANT IN THE AUCTION AGREES THAT EXCLUSIVE VENUE FOR ANY DISPUTE WITH RESPECT TO THESE TERMS OR IN CONNECTION WITH SPINK SHALL RESIDE IN A STATE OR FEDERAL COURT LOCATED IN NEW YORK, NY. On-line Bidding — SPINK offers internet services as a convenience to our clients, but SPINK will not be responsible for errors or failures to execute bids placed on the internet, including, without limitation, errors or failures caused by (i) a loss of connection on SPINK or your end; (ii) a breakdown or problems with the online bidding software and/or (iii) a breakdown or problems with a client's internet connection, computer or system. Execution of on-line internet bids is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the sale and SPINK does not accept liability for failing to execute an online internet bid or for errors or omissions in connection with this activity.

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THE COLLECTOR’S SERIES SALE

Live Internet Bidding at SPINK/Shreves Galleries Auctions Bid from your computer and be a part of the LIVE auction anywhere that you can connect to the Internet. There's NO SUBSTITUTE for following the auction in real time. Live Internet Bidding lets you bid and buy as though you were right there in the saleroom. And it's easy.

The following is a step-by-step guide on registering, setting your internet browser and using the auction bidding interface. Start by following the simple steps to become a registered Live Internet Bidder. Once you've been approved for bidding, you can listen to the auction and place bids with the click of a mouse.

Registering to bid online with SPINK

Live Internet Bidding is managed by Stamp Auction Network http://www.stampauctionnetwork.com.

To bid, you must be registered and approved by both SAN and SPINK/Shreves Galleries To decide what you need to do, choose the description below that best fits you. I've never bid with SPINK nor registered with SAN. Go to stampauctionnetwork.com and click on "Register" at the top. Check the box for SPINK/Shreves Galleries and submit the form with your trade references (please, no family members or credit card companies as references). Once registered at SAN and approved by SPINK for bidding, you're ready for internet bidding.

I've bid through SAN before, but this is the first time I've bid in a SPINK/Shreves Galleries sale. Then you just need to be approved by SPINK . Go to stampauctionnetwork.com and click on "Update Registration" at the top. Your SAN account information will be sent to us for approval (you might be asked for other trade references). Once approved by SPINK for bidding, you're ready for internet bidding.

Log on to the auction for SPINK at stampauctionnetwork.com When you're logged on as a Live Internet Bidder, the bidding interface shows a photo and description of the lot, the current bid (and your bidding status), options for placing competitive bids and buttons with bid increments. • After you click on a bid amount, the auctioneer is immediately notified of your bid. • Retracting a bid is usually not acceptable, so please bid carefully. • If you bid and then decide to stop, the "Pass" button will tell the auctioneer you are no longer bidding. • You can send messages to the auctioneer (for example, a request for extension). • You can track prior realizations from the bidding screen.

I'm a SPINK/Shreves Galleries client, but I'm not registered with SAN, Go to stampauctionnetwork.com and click on "Register" at the top. Check the box for SPINK and submit the form, indicating you are a Spink/Shreves Galleries client. Once registered at SAN, you're ready for internet bidding.

I've already registered with SAN and have been approved by SPINK/Shreves Galleries for internet bidding.

Live Internet Bidding works by allowing registered bidders to observe and place bids. Live Internet Bidding will work with any browser on both PC and Mac operating systems. Before bidding by internet for the first time, we recommend finding a sale in progress and listening to the public broadcast or logging in as a registered bidder. This will help you develop a feel for the sale tempo and bidding interface.

Slow or Lost Internet Connections do occasionally happen. Call us for assistance at (212) 262-8400. If you are uncomfortable with your internet skills, we can offer other bidding solutions. www.Spink.com

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MAIL BID FORM Name (please print) ________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ The J. E. Safra 24c Inverted Jenny

Address __________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip ____________________________________________________________ Daytime Phone__________________________ Evening Phone

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Check here if you wish to limit your total amount of purchases. (Hammer Price Only)

Limit total: $ ____________________________ To ensure that bids will be accepted and delivery of lots not delayed, bidders not yet known to SPINK should supply a list of Dealer References. SPINK offers clients the option of paying by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, and American Express only) in United States Dollars for a convenience charge of two percent (2%) for Visa and MasterCard and four percent (4%) for American Express, up to a total of $30,000.00.

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Dealer References: (list city, state, zip, & phone) ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________

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Signature: __________________________________________________________Date: ____________________ I have read and agreed to all the Terms and Conditions of Sale for this catalog. Please note there is a 20% buyer’s premium added to the hammer price of each lot up to and including $2,000.00 and 15% of the excess of the hammer price above $2,000.00.

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THE J.E. SAFRA 24c INVERTED JENNY

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BIDDING INCREMENTS The auctioneer generally advances the bidding in the following incremental amounts:

Up to $100 ........................................by $100 to $300 ....................................by $300 to $750 ....................................by $750 to $1,500..................................by $1,500 to $3,000 ..............................by $3,000 to $7,500 ..............................by

$5 $10 $25 $50 $100 $250

$7,500 to $15,000..................... by $500 $15,000 to $30,000...................by $1,000 $30,000 to $75,000................... by $2,500 $75,000 to $150,000................. by $5,000 $150,000 to $300,000............... by $10,000 $300,000+..................................by $25,000

Please note, however, that the auctioneer may, in his or her sole discretion, vary the bidding increments during the course of the auction to expedite the bidding.

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SALE CALENDAR 2014 STAMPS 1 May 14 May 7 June 18 June 19 June 10 July 27/28 August 10 September 20 September 21 September

The Philatelic Collector’s Series Sale Specialized Great Britain Stamp Sale The Philatelic Collector’s Series Sale The “Garrison” Collection of New Guinea “G.R.I.” Surcharges The “Lionheart” Collection of Great Britain and British Empire, Part III The Philatelic Collector’s Series Sale The Collector’s Series Sale The Philatelic Collector’s Series Sale The Philatelic Collector’s Series Sale Stamps and Covers of South East Asia

London London Hong Kong London London London New York London Hong Kong Singapore

14021 14022 CSS10 14023 14027 14024 150 14025 CSS12 14026

COINS 17/18 June 25/26 June 21 August 17/18 September 22/23 September 15 November 3/4 December

The Numismatic Collector’s Series Ancient, British & Foreign Coins and Commemorative Medals The Numismatic Collector’s Series The Numismatic Collector’s Series Ancient, English & Foreign Coins and Commemorative Medals The Numismatic Collector’s Series Ancient, English & Foreign Coins and Commemorative Medals

New York London Hong Kong New York London Hong Kong London

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17/18 June 15 July 21 August 7/18 September 30 September 1/2 October 15 November

The Numismatic Collector’s Series World Banknotes The Numismatic Collector’s Series The Numismatic Collector’s Series World Banknotes World Banknotes The Numismatic Collector’s Series

New York London Hong Kong New York London London Hong Kong

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MEDALS 24 July 20 November

Orders, Decoration, Campaign Medals & Militaria Orders, Decoration, Campaign Medals & Militaria

London London

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BONDS AND SHARES 30 May 19 June 21 August 15 November 28 November

Bonds and Share Ceritificates of the World Stock and Bonds of the World The Numismatic Collector’s Series The Numismatic Collector’s Series Bonds and Share Ceritificates of the World

London New York Hong Kong Hong Kong London

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AUTOGRAPHS 17/18 June 17/18 September

The Numismatic Collector’s Series The Numismatic Collector’s Series

New York New York

WINES 29 May 31 July

An Evening of Exceptional Wines An Evening of Exceptional Wines

Hong Kong Hong Kong

BANKNOTES

The above sale dates are subject to change

Spink offers the following services: – VALUATIONS FOR INSURANCE AND PROBATE FOR INDIVIDUAL ITEMS OR WHOLE COLLECTIONS – – SALES ON A COMMISSION BASIS EITHER OF INDIVIDUAL PIECES OR WHOLE COLLECTIONS –

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