Lot 966, France #163c var, Realized $546

Specialized worldwide stamps often inspire strong bidding. The Scott catalogue prices a full booklet pane of the 10 centimes Sower at $3200, so one might expect a single to sell at about $320. Not so. This never hinged single had three book bids, but they were outbid on the floor for a hammer of $475.

France #163c var 1924-1926 10c green Sower from Minéraline booklet, mint never hinged single, very fine. (Scott CV for complete hinged booklet pane of 10 is $3,200.) Yvert et Tellier CV€700, realized $546 including premium.