Lot 395, Canada three cent carmine Admiral perf 12×8, mint XF, sold for $63

Another example of a modestly priced stamp far exceeding its catalogue value when offered in extremely fine condition.
Lot 395, Canada three cent carmine Admiral perf 12x8, mint XF, sold for $63
Lot 395 Canada #184 1931 3c carmine Admiral, perforated 12 x 8, mint never hinged bottom margin single, with deep, rich colour and fur well balanced margins. Extremely fine. Accompanied by a 2014 Philatelic Foundation certificate grading it at “XF-S 95 XQ”. An exceptional quality stamp. Unitrade CV$36, sold for C$55 plus buyer’s premium.