August 2011 Collector's Series Sale

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SPINK SHREVES GALLERIES NEW YORK

August 19-20, 2011 • New York UNITED STATES, british empire & worldwide POSTAGE STAMPS AND POSTAL HISTORY

The Collector’s Series

August 19-20, 2011

Cataloged & Sold by

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COLLECTOR’S series featuring

STAMPS BANKNOTES MEDALS COINS BOOKS

© Copyright 2011

3100 Monticello Ave. Suite 925 Dallas, Texas 75205 145 West 57th Street 18th Floor New York, New York 10019 www.spinkshreves.com

The Frank L. Himpsl Collection of U.S. Revenues The Christopher C. Smith Collection of Early India The Estate of Raymond L. “Pat” Buse, Jr.

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Public Auction Friday, August 19, 2011 Friday, August 19, 2011 Saturday, August 20, 2011 Saturday, August 20, 2011

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Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4

Lots 1 - 216 Lots 217 - 628 Lots 629 - 908 Lots 909 - 1263

Please note for the convenience of those attending the auction, each day we will be serving a light lunch and refreshments between Sessions.

Viewing of Lots DALLAS Please call for an appointment at our headquarters August 1-9, 2011 COLUMBUS, OHIO Special Viewing of selected lots at the APS Stampshow Greater Columbus Convention Center 400 North High St., Columbus, Ohio 43215 Thursday, August 11 - Saturday, August 13, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, August 14, 2011 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

NEW YORK CITY Spink Shreves Galleries, New York Monday, August 15, 2011 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 18, 2011 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

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

Sale Offered By SPINK SHREVES GALLERIES 3100 Monticello Ave., Suite 925 Dallas, TX 75205 1-800/556-STAMP (1-800/556-7826) 972/788-2100 Fax: 972/788-2788 E-Mail: Shreves@spink.com Website: www.spinkshreves.com Auctioneer: Tracy L. Shreve, New York City, Dept. of Consumer Affairs, License #914454/914455

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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.

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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/or credit cards in United States dollars; provided, however, SPINK may not accept any cash payment in excess of $10,000.00.

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 after the date of the 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 UPS ground for bulky large lots (in the U.S. only). Purchases shipped via UPS will not be covered by SPINK insurance in the event that the buyer has placed a “signature release” on file with UPS. Buyer will be responsible for total purchase price in the event of loss. SPINK cannot be and is not responsible

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for the loss of any merchandise shipped outside the United States and therefore insurance on any items to be shipped outside the United States is solely the responsibility of the buyer. It is also the responsibility of the buyer to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they are in his/her possession. Risk of loss shall be borne by the buyer following shipment of the items and SPINK assumes no liability for merchandise lost, stolen or damaged while in the possession of a party to whom merchandise has been shipped.

In the event a successful bidder fails to pay the charges due, SPINK reserves the right to resell the merchandise and the buyer agrees to pay for the reasonable cost of such a sale including a 10% seller’s commission, and also to pay any difference between the resale price and the winning price of his/her previously successful bid.

SPINK reserves the right to require payment in full before delivery of the merchandise to the buyer. Bidder personally guarantees payment, and if a corporation, an officer or principal in the corporation agrees to personally guarantee payment. Title to any purchased items remains with SPINK until all invoices are paid in full. SPINK reserves the right to await clearance of any check used for payment before delivery of any item and a $25.00 charge will be applied for any check that fails to clear.

SPINK reserves the right to refuse to honor or reject any bid which, in its opinion, is not submitted in good faith, or, as the case dictates, is not supported by satisfactory references, as SPINK in its sole discretion shall determine.

SPINK further reserves the right to ban any bidder from participation in its sales for any reason deemed appropriate in its sole discretion.

No minors may participate in any SPINK sales.

Bids will be executed for mail bidders at one advance over the next highest bid in competition with floor and/or internet bidders, until the maximum bid is executed for the mail bidder, or until the lot is sold. No buy or unlimited bids will be accepted. No additional commission (except for the buyer’s premium) is charged for executing mail bids. SPINK cannot and does not assume any responsibility for errors made in the amount bid or lot numbers listed, so check your bid sheet and online submission carefully. When identical mail bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received.

SPINK may reopen the bidding on a lot under the following circumstances: (a) SPINK has failed to execute correctly a mail bid; (b) A party purchasing the lot on the floor has done so in error; (c) Where a protest is made after the hammer has fallen but before bidding has commenced on the next lot; (d) Where the auctioneer has determined that he/she has overlooked a party still bidding on the lot but before the calling of the next lot;

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and (e) At the discretion of the auctioneer. In the event of a dispute, the auctioneer’s decision shall be final.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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notification of the buyer’s intent within three (3) days of the 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 nonauthenticity; (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 Dallas, Texas, 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 TEXAS, 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 DALLAS, TEXAS. 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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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 CANCELLED

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

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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

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CHOICE CONDITION, WELL CENTERED; IF IMPERFORATE WITH FOUR WELL CLEAR MARGINS.

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OUTSTANDING, THE HIGHEST QUALITY POSSIBLE.

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

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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.

CATALOGS USED The catalog numbers and catalog values of the contents of the lots, given in the descriptions, are from the Scott Standard Postage Stamp Catalogue, Volumes 1-2, 2012, 3-6, 2011 editions, and the 2011 Scott Specialized Catalogue of U.S. Stamps and Covers. Where, by reason of the Scott Catalog not listing items in a lot, another catalog is used, and it will be named in the description of the 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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3100 Monticello Ave., Ste. 925, Dallas, TX 75205 Toll Free: 1-800-556-7826 Fax: (212) 262-8484 (New York) ✦ (972) 788-2788 (Dallas) E-mail: shreves@spink.com

MAIL BID FORM Name (please print) ________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip ____________________________________________________________ Daytime Phone__________________________ Evening Phone

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Limit total: $ ____________________________ To ensure that bids will be accepted and delivery of lots not delayed, bidders not yet known to Spink Shreves should supply a list of Dealer References.

SPINK offers clients the option of paying by credit cards in United States Dollars for a convenience charge of two percent (2%) up to a total of $20,000.00.

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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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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

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$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+..........at auctioneer’s discretion

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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AUGUST 2011 COLLECTOR’S SERIES SALE August 19-20, 2011 featuring THE ESTATE OF RAYMOND L. “PAT” BUSE, JR. A voluminous collection containing mint never hinged stamps of the world – formed by the popular former Cincinnati Bengals and Cincinnati Reds owner. In addition, the Buse Collection contains postal history of Cincinnati.

THE FRANK L. HIMPSL COLLECTION OF UNITED STATES REVENUES The Himpsl Collection is an exciting and valuable collection of predominately 19th Century U.S. Revenues, with particular emphasis on Private Die Proprietary stamps. In fact, the Himpsl Match, Medicine, Perfumery and Playing Card stamp collection is one of the finest of its kind to appear at auction in many years – and it is highlighted by many seldom offered rarities.

A PRIVATE COLLECTOR’S ASSEMBLAGE OF EARLY 20th CENTURY U.S. ERRORS A most impressive offering of errors from the Washington-Franklin era to the 1934 National Parks and 1938 Presidential series. Many of the errors are in the finest condition attainable.

THE CHRISTOPHER C. SMITH COLLECTION OF CLASSIC INDIA A very comprehensive collection of the 1854 Lithographed issue and 1855-1902 Queen Victoria De La Rue issues offered in over 100 lots. The collection includes not only virtually all the mint or used stamps, but it is replete with postal history, as he attempted to assemble as many different rates, routes and franking combinations as possible for all these 19th Century issues.

Arrangement of Sale First Session – Friday, August 19, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. – Lots 1 - 216 United States – Presidential Free Franks & Autographs, Scott #9X1 through #293 Second Session – Friday, August 19, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. – Lots 217 - 628 United States – Scott #294 through Modern issues, Back-of-the-book issues, U.S. Possessions and Large Lots & Collections Third Session – Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. – Lots 629 – 908 United States Revenues, including the Himpsl Private Die Proprietary Stamps Fourth Session – Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. – Lots 909 - 1263 Worldwide Stamps and Postal History, including specialized India, and Large Lots & Collections Please note for the convenience of those attending the auction, on both Friday and Saturday we will be serving a light lunch and refreshments between sessions.

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Th:Jefferson Pr. US. and “free” frank as President on folded cover addressed in his hand to Mr. James Dinsmore at Monticello, near Milton, red “Washn. City/June 26” datestamp and matching straightline “FREE” handstamp, few light scattered toned spots well away from the signature, very fine; the most desirable form of the Thomas Jefferson frank. (photo)

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Martin Van Buren and “Free” frank presumably as ex-President on fresh folded cover addressed in his hand to New York, bold blue “Kinderhook, N.Y./May 25” datestamp, extremely fine and attractive. (photo - page viii)

Est. 150-200

Anna Harrison and “Free” frank on folded cover addressed in her hand to William Winkham at Boston, Mass., manuscript “Cleves O/Sept 22” postmark with no year date, but most likely an 1841-44 usage, very fine; a rare President William H. Harrison’s widow’s frank; ex-Grunin. (photo - page viii)

Est. 750-1,000

James Buchanan and “Free” frank as President on cover addressed in his hand to Philadelphia, mostly readable rimless “Washington City/Free/Feb(?) 1” datestamp, red presidential wax seal removed from reverse, very fine. (photo - page viii)

Est. 200-300

U.S. Grant, autographed letter signed as General, 1½pp, on “Head-Quarters Armies of the United States” stationery dated February 23rd, 1867, accepting an invitation to the 18th Annual Commencement of the Georgetown College Medical Department, very fine. (photo - page viii)

Est. 500-750

Free frank and autograph collection balance, with six of the former including Henry Wilson (Vice-President under Grant) on patriotic cover, General Orville Babcock (Secretary to Grant), Horace Greeley and Henry Clay, the remainder of the lot is mostly modern political figures and sports notables on first day or other covers, including Herbert Hoover, George Wallace, Sam Snead, Tom Landry, Johnny Bench, Jim Bunning (4), Stan Musial (4), Lefty Gomez and others, generally very fine.

Est. 400-500

Presidential widow’s free franks on seven covers comprised of Francis F. Cleveland Preston, Mary Lord Harrison, Edith K. Roosevelt, Helen Taft (2), one used from Canada, Grace Coolidge, and Anna Eleanor Roosevelt, also a 6c Eisenhower first day postcard signed by Maime Doud Eisenhower and commemorative cover signed by Lady Bird Johnson, generally very fine. (photo - page viii)

Est. 200-300

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Joseph Reed receiving free frank, folded cover addressed to “His Excellency President Reed/ War Office”, and with “On public Service” endorsement, receiving docketing “1779 recd June 19th from the Honble Board of War”, fine; Joseph Reed was a delegate to the Continental Congress and signer of the Articles of Confederation. (photo - page viii)

Est. 200-300

David Grier addressed cover, folded cover addressed to “Lt. Col. David Grier or Officer Commanding the 7th Penna. Regiment, American Camp”, sender’s directive “favd by Mr. McCollam”, cover with some foxing, fine; Grier was a lieutenant colonel of the 7th Battalion. (photo - page viii)

Est. 200-300

Dr. Benjamin Rush signer of the Declaration of Independence and early medical authority, two of his signatures on 1797 medical receipt to a Miss Betsy Cadwallider, two vertical file folds, fine; the private die medicine stamp of A. H. Flanders is inscribed “Rush’s Medicines” and it is likely that Dr. Rush’s Medicinal Preparations were those marketed by A.H. Flanders. (photo - page viii)

Est. 400-500

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Cincinnati 7th July 1801 clear manuscript postmark as Northwest Territory and matching “25” rate on folded letter to Bedford, Mass., light file fold and numerous edge tears, fine and rare Ohio territorial period usage; accompanied by a full transcript of the letter; 1993 PF certificate. (photo - page viii)

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Steamer/C.T. Dumont beautiful strong strike in magenta oval of this 1860s Ohio river steamboat illustrated marking on yellow cover to Cincinnati, Ohio, slightly reduced at left, very fine; believed to be unique and illustrated on page 213 of James W. Milgram’s Vessel-Named Markings on United States Inland and Ocean Waterways, 1810-1890; 1993 PF certificate. (photo)

Est. 1,000-1,500

STEAMER/*WARRIOR* perfectly struck red double oval handstamp on folded Bill of Lading letter to New Orleans datelined at “French Port Jan 4th 1849,” extremely fine; ex-Haas. (photo - page viii)

Est. 300-400

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To be returned to writer - John S. Hiley was Killed in Battle on Little Big Horn River M.T. June 25 76 manuscript notation in red and matching “Dead letter Office” on reverse of cover from England franked by left wing margin single of 1873 3d Rose, Plate 19 (S.G. #144) tied by “Margate/Jy 30, 76” duplex postmark, cover addressed to “John S. Hiley, ‘E Troop’ 7 Cavalry, Fort Abe Lincoln, Dakotah, United States of America” and in another hand “Bighorn Expedition,” then marked “Dead” and in red “Dead” and “over,” faint red c.d.s. also ties the stamp, on reverse there is a partial “Fort Abraham Lincoln, Dak/Oct 8” postmark and a blue triangular “Dead Letter Office/U.S.A./Oct 13, 76” handstamp, very fine; a fabulous and historical cover addressed to a member of General Custer’s 7th Cavalry while on the Little Bighorn Expedition against the Sioux Nation.

The Battle of Little Bighorn, also known as Custer’s Last Stand and, by the Native Americans involved, the Battle of the Greasy Grass, was an armed engagement between the combined forces of Lakota, Northern Cheyenne and Arapaho people against the 7th Cavalry Regiment of the United States Army. It occurred on 25-26 June, 1876 near the Little Bighorn River in eastern Montana Territory. The battle was the most famous action of the Great Sioux War of 1876-77 and was an overwhelming victory for the Native Americans, who were inspired by the visions of Sitting Bull and lead by Crazy Horse and Chief Gall. The 7th Cavalry suffered a severe defeat, five of the Seventh’s companies were annihilated, Custer was killed, as were two of his brothers, a nephew and a brother-in-law. A total of 268 U.S. troops and scouts were killed and 55 wounded. The Native Americans are believed to have only suffered between 36 and 136 killed and about 168 wounded. The Battle of Little Bighorn was the pinnacle of the Plains Indians’ power and they had achieved their greatest victory. However, outraged over the death of a popular Civil War hero on the eve of the nation’s Centennial celebrations, the nation demanded, and received, harsh retribution. Within a year the Sioux Nation was defeated and broken, “Custer’s Last Stand” was their last stand as well.

John S. Hiley was born John Stuart Stuart-Forbes on 28 May, 1849 in Rugby, England to banker Charles Hay Forbes and Jemima Rebecca of Canaan Park, Edinburgh. After Rugby public school and prestigious Edinburgh Academy, he moved to Yorkshire, England and lived with his sister Henrietta and her husband, Reverend Walter Hiley. From here the story takes a twist. Most historians believe he fled to the United States to escape deep gambling debts, but the actual reason is not certain. He left England at age 22 never to return. After various travels he wound up in New York City, where he enlisted for a five year period in the U.S. Army on 20 January, 1872, using the pseudonym John S. Hiley, adopting the surname of his brother in law. He was assigned to the 7th Calvary Company E known as the “Grey Horse Troop” and stationed at Fort Abraham Lincoln, Dakota Territory. The “Plains Calvary” was largely comprised of European migrants who joined the U.S. Army to escape privation.

Forbes was one of ten Scots assigned to the regiment. He was among the contingent who left on 17 May, 1876 and joined Lt. Colonel George Armstrong Custer on the Indian campaign, and fell along with the 267 others who died that day. According to the initial battlefield maps prepared by the Army days after the battle, Forbes’ body was found only feet away from Custer’s. (photo) Est. 15,000-20,000

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#9X1, New York, N.Y. 5c Black Postmaster Provisional, signed ACM connected, bottom frame line double, position 31, a rare unused example, ample to full margins all around, strong impression, nearly very fine; 2009 PSE certificate. (photo - page 10)

1,700.00

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Est. 300-400

#10X2a, Providence, R.I. 5c and 10c Gray black Postmaster Provisional se-tenant pair, positions 2 and 3 from the top right corner of the sheet, with large sheet margins and large margins on the other two sides, rich color, o.g., h.r.’s, very fine and choice. (photo - page 10)

2,000.00

1847 ISSUE Five Cent Franklin

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525.00

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525.00

#1, 5c Brown, four large margins, strong color in the Brown shade, tied to piece by blue numeral “5” in oval postmark, very fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

650.00

#1, 5c Red brown, left sheet-margin single, other margins mostly large, rich color, light red grid cancel, natural pre-printing fold at left, very fine; 2004 PSE certificate. (photo page 10)

525.00

#1, 5c Red brown, full to large margins all around, fine impression, cancelled by an unusual red town c.d.s. very fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

725.00

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#1, 5c Red brown, single with full to mostly large margins around and strong color, cancelled by a brilliant red “5” in serrated oval, matching red “Chicago Ill. May 22” c.d.s. in beautifully struck at the bottom of a blue 1851 folded letter to Joliet, Ill., attorney’s printed corner card inside folded letter, extremely fine; a beautiful 1847 cover with outstanding eye appeal; 1992 PF certificate; ex-Dick, Garrett and Kapiloff. (photo)

Est. 2,000-3,000

#1, 5c Brown, four full to large margins, beautiful rich color and an excellent clarity of impression, tied by blue “Paid” in oval with matching Philadelphia c.d.s. on 1848 folded letter to New York, fresh and very fine; signed Ashbrook with his notation as the Ridgeway Chestnut Brown color. (photo - page viii)

Est. 500-750

#1 var., 5c Brown, dot in “S” variety, full to large margins all around, rich color in the Brown shade, strong detailed impression, blue “5” in oval cancel, very fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

675.00

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875.00+

#1b, 5c Orange brown, full even margins all around, rich color, neat red grid cancel, tiny margin cut at bottom right, otherwise very fine; 2011 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $900.00). (photo - page 10)

1,100.00

#1b, 5c Orange brown, vertical pair, large margins to just touching at bottom right, rich distinctive color, tied by two strikes of red grid and matching “Cincinnati O./June 4” datestamp with integral “10” rate to folded letter to Baltimore, cover with bottom flap missing which is not noted on the certificate, otherwise very fine and attractive; unlisted in the Alexander census; 1998 APS certificate. (photo - page viii)

Est. 750-1,000

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#1d, 5c Brown orange, a highly desirable used example of this scarce color, four large margins, bright rich color in an unmistakable brown orange shade, blue grid cancels, extremely fine; 2006 PF certificate. (photo)

1,285.00

#1d, 5c Brown orange, large to huge margins all around, bright color in this distinctive shade, light red grid cancel, extremely fine; an exceedingly choice 1847 Five Cent Brown Orange; 2011 PSAG certificate. (photo)

1,250.00

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800.00

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#2, 10c Black, an extraordinarily choice used single, with large to huge margins on all four sides, plus its color is deeply rich while its impression is superbly detailed, bright red grid cancel, an extremely fine gem; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $2,500.00). (photo)

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1,200.00

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1,200.00

#2, 10c Black, full to large margins all around, strong detailed impression, blue grid cancel, very fine; 1980 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $1,200.00). (photo - page 10)

1,250.00

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2,250.00

#2 var., 10c Black, Sperati forgery, an impressive “unused” left margin single of this rather convincing forgery, other margins also large, privately applied gum, extremely fine; 2006 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

Est. 400-500

#2, 10c Black, impressive single with large margins all around, strong color and impression, tied by red St. Louis c.d.s. postmarks on folded cover docketed 1850 to New York, very fine; an uncommonly choice stamp on cover. (photo - page viii)

1,550.00

#2, 10c Black, large margins all around, strong color and fine impression, cancelled by ms. strokes and tied by red “Cincinnati O./Jan 23” datestamp with integral “10” rate to 1848 folded letter to Peach Bottom, Pa., cover lightly toned, otherwise very fine; 1990 APS certificate. (photo - page viii)

1,550.00

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#7TC5, 1c Franklin trial color plate proof in Black on wove, full margins, fresh color and paper, tiny stains on back only, plus a minute scissor cut in the bottom left corner (not mentioned on the accompanying certificate and mentioned by us only for strict accuracy), very fine; a great 1851 Issue rarity, this being the only trial color proof for the One Cent value; 1991 PF certificate; ex-“Lake Shore”. (photo)

3,750.00

#7, 1c Blue, Ty. II, pretty used single, with four large to extra-large margins, strong rich color and a well defined impression, beautifully cancelled by a light red town c.d.s. of Red Schroon Lake, N.Y., extremely fine; 1994 and 2001 PF certificates, as well as a 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 10)

180.00

#7, 1c Blue, Ty. II, horizontal pair with mostly large margins all around, lovely bright color on fresh paper, blue grid cancels, choice very fine; 2003 PSE certificate. (photo page 10)

357.00

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600.00

#7 var., 1c Blue, Ty. II, Plate 3, position 23L3, premium used single from this scarce plate, large margins all around, deep intense color and impression, New York town c.d.s. cancel, extremely fine and choice; 2010 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV does not price Plate 3). (photo - page 10)

600.00

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#7 var., 1c Blue, Ty. II, Plate 3, margins around ranging from huge at right to just touching the design at top, deep intense color and impression, large “Paid” in grid and a small bit of a red transit pmk., very fine; 2007 PF certificate (VF 80; the SSV does not price Plate 3 stamps). (photo - page 10)

605.00

#7 var., 1c Blue, Ty. II, Plate 3, four uniformly large margins, including a bit of the adjacent stamp at bottom, tied to buff cover with partially printed address to Shulesbury, Mass. by “New-York/Mar 31, 1857” postmark, extremely fine and choice; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

852.00

#7-8A, 1c Blue, Ty. II-IIIa, positions 38-39 from Plate 1E, horizontal pair, left stamp Type II, right stamp Type IIIa, bright color, lightly cancelled, left stamp with tiny tears at top, right stamp with minor surface scrape at bottom, very fine appearance; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

1,350.00

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#8, 1c Blue, Ty. III, position 66R4, an impressive used example of this scarce stamp, remarkably fresh, with deep luxuriant color and a prooflike impression on fresh white paper, just a faint trace of a cancel, very fine; 1980 PF certificate and a 2010 PSE certificate (VF 80; SMQ $3,050.00). (photo)

3,250.00

#9, 1c Blue, Ty. IV, a spectacular used single, boasting enormous margins on all four sides, including portions of three adjoining stamps, rich color, c.d.s. town cancels, extremely fine; 2011 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $1,400.00 for 98). (photo)

120.00

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Est. 750-1,000

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Est. 300-400

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#10A, 3c Orange brown, type II, an outstanding used example that features four large margins, rich luxuriant color and an excellent clarity of impression, neat c.d.s. town cancel, extremely fine; an uncommonly choice stamp; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,200.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned this stamp. (photo)

150.00

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#11, 3c Brownish carmine, beautiful mint block of four, with large margins all around, brilliantly rich color and a deeply etched impression on fresh white paper, immaculate o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; a magnificent quality block; 2011 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95); the Scott catalog value should prove irrelevant, as that is for a very fine hinged block in the ordinary dull red color, not the gem never hinged Brownish carmine block that is offered here. (photo) for hinged 2,100.00+

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#11, 3c Dull red, unofficial perf. 12½ of Chicago, far better centering than typically encountered, scissor separated at bottom but with intact perforations all around, rich color, light Chicago c.d.s., very fine; a highly desirable example of this very rare experimental perforation, as very few examples are both sound and have intact perforations; 2010 PF certificate; ex-Wagshal. (photo)

6,000.00

#11A, 3c Dull red, type II, worn plate variety, top sheet-margin single, with lavish margins on the other three sides showing significant portions of the adjoining stamps, light c.d.s. town cancel, extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $450.00 for 98). (photo)

13.00

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#13TC1, 10c Black, large die trial color proof on India, 42x49mm, showing the layout lines from the die, well incised impression, very fine; a handsome example of this enormously rare trial color proof of the 1851 Issue; 2006 PF certificate. (photo)

5,000.00

#13, 10c Green, Ty. I, large margins, deep color, neat c.d.s. cancel, tiny internal closed tear, very fine appearance; clear 1986 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (F 70; SMQ $400.00). (photo - page 10)

950.00

#14, 10c Green, Ty. II, an eye-catching used single, featuring gorgeous intense color and a superbly detailed impression, large to huge margins all around, light c.d.s. cancel, extremely fine gem; 1993 APS and a 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $650.00). (photo - page 10)

180.00

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#16, 10c Green, Ty. IV, position 76L1, recut at bottom, an especially handsome used example, possessing exceedingly large margins all around, strong rich color and a crisp impression, neat c.d.s. cancel, extremely fine; 1986 PF certificate and a 2010 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $4,000.00). (photo)

1,850.00

#16, 10c Green, Ty. IV, position 55L1, recut at bottom, four large margins, brilliantly rich color and a well defined impression, light c.d.s. town cancel and a bit of a red transit pmk., tiny corner crease at bottom right, otherwise extremely fine; clear 1977 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

1,850.00

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#17, 12c Black, handsome used example, with four large margins, deep color and a razor-sharp impression on crisp paper, light c.d.s. town cancel, extremely fine; 1991 PF certificate and a 2009 PF certificate (XF 90 XQ; SSV $525.00 for 90 and $1,350.00 for 95). (photo - page 10)

280.00

#17, 12c Black, single with four clear to large margins, including bits of the adjacent stamps at lower left and bottom right, tied by blue “Cincinnati O./Apr 7” datestamp to buff cover to Clarksburgh, Kentucky, postmark repeated to left, cover reduced and skillfully refolded at left, otherwise fresh and very fine; a scarce quadruple rate domestic franking; 1993 APS certificate. (photo - page 20)

1,450.00

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2,750.00

#23, 1c Blue, Ty. IV, nicely centered, strong color, c.d.s. town cancel, choice very fine; 2010 PSAG certificate. (photo - page 10)

1,000.00

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#25, 3c Brownish carmine, Ty. I, a most impressive mint example of one of the most frustratingly difficult 19th Century stamps to find in any premium quality, as this stamp features far better centering than typically found, but most desirable of all is its color, which is incredibly rich in a particularly dark Brownish carmine shade, deeply etched impression as well, fresh clean o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; a rare stamp in this exceptional condition; 1978 and 2010 PF certificates. (photo)

2,750.00

#25, 3c Rose, Ty. I, scarce mint single, well centered for this, strong rich color, part o.g., very fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

2,750.00

#26, 3c Brownish carmine, Ty. II, wonderfully well centered and fresh example beautifully cancelled by a complete and well struck fancy six point star of Chicopee, Mass., extremely fine; an eye-arresting gem; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

Est. 300-400

#26, 3c Dull red, Ty. II, single cancelled by grid on cover to Greenport, Long Island with red “Middletown, Ct./Aug 28, 1860” datestamp, arrived erroneously in Green Point where it was forwarded to Greenport with “Green Point, N.Y./Aug 29” postmark and matching two-line straightline “MISSENT AND/FORWARDED” handstamp, very fine. (photo - page 20)

Est. 150-200

#26A, 3c Dull red, Ty. IV, gorgeous used single, with stunning color that is incredibly rich and luxuriant, deeply etched impression as well, excellent centering, lightly cancelled, extremely fine and choice; 2010 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $340.00). (photo - page 10)

140.00

#30, 5c Orange brown, Ty. II, exceptionally well centered within unusually wide margins, lovely rich color and a well incised impression, o g., extremely fine; a very scarce and challenging stamp in this impressive quality; 1989 and 2009 PF certificates. (photo - page 10)

1,350.00

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#30A, 5c Brown, Ty. II, premium mint example that is exceptionally well centered within wide margins, strong rich color and a well incised impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; a highly select quality stamp; 1996 PF and 2005 PSE certificates. (photo)

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2,200.00

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#31, 10c Green, Ty. I, single with perforations trimmed away at bottom, plus 10c Green, Ty. II (#32) and 12c Black, Plate 1 (#36) paying the 32c rate to Callao, Peru, all tied by two strikes of “Paid” in grid cancel to 1858 folded letter with double circle “Boston, Mass./Sept 4” datestamp along side, ms. “per Steamer ‘Moses Taylor’ fr N. York Sept 6th” directive, boxed “MZ” backstamp, very fine usage; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

Est. 750-1,000

#32, 10c Green, Ty. II, an exceptionally rare and seldom offered mint example, with bright color and a detailed impression, fairly well centered, full o.g., minor h.r., just the faintest trace of a horizontal crease at top (more accurately described as a bend), fine; certified original gum examples of this stamp are quite elusive; 1996 PF certificate and a clear 1996 PSE certificate; ex-Lessin. (photo - page 10)

6,250.00

#32, 10c Green, Ty. II, an outstanding used example, being in a condition that is rarely encountered, with uncommonly large and wonderfully well balanced margins, bright fresh color and a well incised impression, unobtrusive blue c.d.s. cancel, an extremely fine gem; 2008 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

265.00

#33, 10c Green, Ty. III, a highly desirable used example, not only because it is extraordinarily well centered within large margins, but it also features deep luxuriant color and a sharp detailed impression, lightly cancelled, extremely fine; 1988 PF and 2010 PSE certificates. (photo - page 10)

250.00

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#36, 12c Black, plate I, an eye-catching used single, being remarkably well centered, especially for this notoriously difficult stamp, strong rich color, beautifully cancelled by a brilliant red grid pmk., extremely fine; 2005 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $875.00) and a 2006 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $900.00); these values do not take into account the premium cancel. (photo)

395.00

#36B, 12c Black, plate III, an exquisite mint example of this notoriously difficult stamp, being remarkably well centered within larger margins than typically encountered on this tightly spaced stamp, strong color and a deeply etched impression, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; certainly among the finest mint #36B’s we have ever offered; 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $3,250.00); only one stamp grades higher. (photo)

775.00

#37-E1, 24c Black die essay on India, with light pencil “Pitcher” at bottom, which is also found on some of the 10c essays, 29x33mm, quite fresh, trivial thin spot in the far right margin, very fine; an enormously rare essay, in fact Brazer (#52E-A) lists “one known”, although we are aware of two others (one of which is cut to stamp size); 1991 PF certificate. (photo - page 10)

2,500.00

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Est. 1,000-1,500

#38, 30c Orange, deep rich color, perf. faults from placement at cover corner not noted on the certificate, tied by blue open grid to buff Prussian Closed Mail cover to Baden, Germany, matching “Cincinnati O./Sep 1” datestamp alongside, red New York exchange office postmark and red rectangular boxed Aachen transit, “via Liverpool per Steamer” directive and Mullheim arrival backstamp, very fine usage; clear 1982 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

1,350.00

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#44, 12c Greenish black reprint, without gum as issued, strong color, reperforated at left, fine appearance; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

3,000.00

#45P2a, 24c Blackish violet, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on wove, large margins, strong rich color on untoned paper, there is a small neat repair at top left that does not detract from the extremely fine appearance; only five examples are thought to have been produced; 1991 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

2,500.00

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#62B, 10c Dark green “August”, used, attractively centered, deep rich color, town cancel, tiny closed perf. tear at top, otherwise very fine; clear 1983 PF certificate when it was on cover (original cover also accompanies). (photo - page 24)

1,600.00

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Brazer #57aEb, 8c Eagle essay in black on stiff bond paper, very large margins all around, strong color and impression, affixed to a white card, extremely fine; the finer of the two known copies (the other is in the following lot); 1990 PF certificate. (photo page 24)

Est. 500-750

Brazer #57aEb, 8c Eagle essay in black on stiff bond paper, offered here is the other recorded example of this essay, three large margins, close at bottom, thin spots, very fine appearance; one of only two recorded; 1991 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

Est. 400-500

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#63P2a, 1c Blue, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on wove, large even margins, bright color and quite fresh, without the toning usually found on these, extremely fine; an unusually choice “Panama-Pacific” proof; only three to five copies were produced; ex-“Chesapeake”. (photo)

2,750.00

#63, 1c Blue, an especially choice mint example of this difficult stamp, wonderfully well centered amid uncommonly large and well balanced margins, lovely bright color and razor-sharp impression on fresh paper, full clean original gum showing only the barest trace of hinging, extremely fine and handsome; 1996 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

325.00

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#63a, 1c Ultramarine, left sheet-margin single, outstanding bright color in the true Ultramarine shade, sharp detailed impression on pristine white paper, full clean o.g., lightly hinged, very fine and choice; the 1861 One Cent Ultramarine is one of the most misidentified colors in all of United States philately, as the vast majority of examples submitted to the expertizing services turn out to be pale or bright blue shades of #63, in fact this is only the fourth example of #63a we have offered in our auctions; 2011 PSE certificate. (photo)

2,500.00

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#64, 3c Pink, tied to piece by unusual and scarce fancy grid of dots (S-E #SD-G95), with full matching Sparta, Wis. c.d.s. alongside, stamp is exceptionally well centered and with bright Pink color, extremely fine; 2009 PF certificate. (photo)

1,000.00+

#65, 3c Rose, exceptionally well centered, bright fresh color, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; photocopy of a 1989 PF certificate for a block of four (as #64b, Rose pink) from which this came, and a 2010 PF certificate for the single (XF 90; SSV $275.00). (photo - page 24)

125.00

#65, 3c Rose, fresh used example spectacularly cancelled by a boldly struck blue fancy five point star of Jersey Shore, Pa. (S-E #ST-D1), very fine; a visually striking example of this desirable cancel; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

Est. 300-400

#65, 3c Rose, tied by Washington, D.C. c.d.s. on Magnus multicolored Pennsylvania patriotic cover, sent to Chester County, Pa., includes four page letter on matching letterhead from a Union soldier to his sister, the letter is dated Oct. 1, 1861 and mentions Generals McClellan and Scott, and also says he thinks the war will be over by Christmas, the cover is opened at right causing a few blunted perfs. to the stamp, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 20)

Est. 300-400

#65, 3c Rose, single tied by bold fancy negative five point star cancel to all-over cough syrup advertising cover in green to Rochester, N.Y., matching “Boston/Mass./Apr 18” datestamp alongside, slightly reduced at right, very fine and attractive; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

Est. 300-400

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Est. 200-300

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#65c, 3c Rose imperforate, a striking horizontal pair, being a top margin pair with full NBNC imprint, huge margins all around, strong color and a sharp impression, lightly hinged, extremely fine; certainly among the finest quality pairs available; 2001 and 2004 PF certificates. (photo)

1,000.00

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#67, 5c Buff, used, exceptionally well centered, strong color and a well defined impression, neatly struck large Boston Paid cancel, extremely fine; a choice example of this notoriously difficult stamp; 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $1,700.00). (photo)

1,150.00

#68, 10c Yellow green, excellent centering though reperforated at right, fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine appearance; clear 1989 PF certificate and a 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 24)

1,150.00

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#70P2a, 24c Red lilac, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on wove, large margins, strong rich color, extremely fine; an uncommonly choice example of this extraordinarily rare proof, with no more than five in existence; 2003 PSE certificate. (photo)

2,750.00

#70, 24c Red lilac, pretty used single that possesses incredibly deep and luxuriant color, plus its impression is prooflike, well centered within large margins, cancelled solely by a blue town c.d.s., extremely fine; 2005 PF certificate and a 2006 PF certificate (VF-XF 85; SSV $525.00). (photo - page 24)

325.00

#70a, 24c Brown lilac, impressive used single, exceptionally well centered within much larger margins than typically found on this value, strong color and impression, neat portion of a duplex cancel, extremely fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

300.00

#70a, 24c Brown lilac, choice used single, exceedingly well centered and margined, which allow the perforations to be well clear of the design all around, rich color and a crisp impression, target cancel and a small bit of a red transit pmk. at bottom, extremely fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

300.00

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#70b, 24c Steel blue, a lovely used example of this scarce color variety, featuring marvelously rich color and a well incised impression, which is wonderfully contrasted by the bright red grid cancel, exceptionally well centered, extremely fine; 1987 and 2010 PF certificates. (photo)

940.00

#70b, 24c Steel blue, rich luxuriant color in the true Steel blue color, face-free portion of boxed “Paid” cancel, tiny trace of a thin speck, otherwise very fine; clear 1992 PF certificate and a 2010 PSE certificate (F-VF 75; SMQ $770.00). (photo - page 24)

900.00

#70c, 24c Violet on thin paper, well centered and margined, wonderfully rich color and a sharp early impression, light target cancel, trivial corner perf. crease, otherwise a very fine example of this scarce stamp. (photo - page 24)

2,200.00

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#71, 30c Orange, uncharacteristically well centered and margined for this difficult value, nice color, o.g., lightly hinged, current certificate notes an added perforation at bottom left which we are unable to detect, choice very fine; clear 1987 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

2,600.00

#71, 30c Orange, exceedingly well centered within large margins, cancelled by a perfectly struck blue target, extremely fine; 2003 and 2008 PF certificates. (photo - page 24)

215.00

#71, 30c Orange, unusually well centered and margined, bright color, light target cancel and a portion of a red transit pmk., extremely fine and quite attractive; 2001 PF and 2008 PSE certificates. (photo - page 24)

200.00

#71, 30c Orange, exceptionally well centered, brilliantly fresh color, blue target cancels, extremely fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

215.00

#71, 30c Orange, strong rich color, cancelled by an unusual fancy cork (S-E #GE-P33), very fine; 2006 PSE certificate. (photo - page 24)

200.00

#72, 90c Blue, nicely centered within large margins, strong rich color, slightly disturbed o.g., very fine; 2004 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

3,250.00

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#73TC1, 2c Dull rose, large die trial color proof on India, die sunk on 50x60mm card, faint National Bank Note Co. imprint and “1030” at bottom, a couple insignificant toned specks, very fine; an enormously rare trial color proof, with only two examples recorded; an important item for the Two Cent Black Jack specialist; ex-Burrows. (photo)

8,000.00

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#73, 2c Black, an outstanding “post office” fresh right sheet-margin single, being exceptionally well centered within considerably larger margins than normally found on this challenging value, wonderfully fresh color and a well incised impression on crisp paper, unblemished o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; any mint Two Cent “Black Jack” in this outstanding quality would be exciting, but to find one never hinged is an incredibly difficult task; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

for hinged 375.00

#73, 2c Black, exceedingly fresh, with bright color on clean white paper, uncharacteristically well centered and margined, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2011 PSE certificate. (photo - page 24)

375.00

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#73f, 2c Black, printed on both sides, Inverted Impression on back, a wonderfully choice used example of this extremely rare and popular variety, one of only six examples recorded to date (five used and one unused, the latter with clipped perforations on two sides), of the six recorded some have the image on the reverse right side up and some are inverted, as found on this stamp, the front of the stamp is exceptionally well centered and has a strong impression, neatly cancelled with a San Francisco double ring c.d.s., the reverse shows parts of two stamps, split almost equally, natural s.e. at right and just the trace of an inconsequential paper bend at bottom, nevertheless this is one of the finest examples recorded; an absolute “must” for the serious Two Cent “Black Jack” collector or exhibitor; clear 1974 and 2009 PF certificates; ex-Russo, Cunliffe. (photo)

18,500.00

#75, 5c Red brown, exceptionally well centered amid generous balanced margins which allow the perforations to clear the design all around, deep rich color and sharp impression on fresh paper, open grid and portion of a red cancel as well, extremely fine; 2004 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

550.00

#76 var., 5c Dark brown, gorgeous used example, with eye-arresting prooflike color in this scarce and undervalued shade, a superbly detailed impression on brilliantly white paper, exceptionally well centered, circle of wedges cancel and a light red transit pmk., extremely fine; 2000 and 2005 PF certificates. (photo - page 24)

140.00

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210.00

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#78P2a, 24c Lilac, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on wove, an unusually choice example of this proof rarity, of which only three to five exist, featuring large margins, deep intense color on much fresher paper than typically found, extremely fine; this is almost certainly the finest quality copy in existence, as our records locate three other examples, all which have thins; 1991 PF certificate. (photo)

2,750.00

#78, 24c Lilac, an impressive used vertical pair, with both stamps boasting near perfect centering within particularly large and well balanced margins, rich color and detailed impression on fresh paper, cut cork cancel, the bottom stamp with just a faint trace of a crease, otherwise extremely fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

800.00

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#78c, 24c Blackish violet, single centered a bit to upper right, with characteristic intense color and crisp impression, short sealed tear at lower left not noted on the certificate, tied by blue target cancel to 1866 cover to England, matching “Cincinnati, O/May 20” datestamp alongside, red New York exchange office postmark and red London receiver, very fine; an extremely rare usage of the sought-after 24c Blackish violet shade; clear 1980 PF certificate. (photo)

22,500.00

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#79, 3c Rose, “A” grill, an uncommonly select used example, although there are some perf. faults as is always the case on this all-over grilled stamp, the perforations are much more intact than usually found, in addition it is exceedingly well centered and margined, bright fresh color, cancelled by a beautifully struck and complete blue target, overall choice very fine; 2009 PF certificate. (photo)

1,725.00

#85B, 2c Black, “Z” grill, exceedingly well centered and margined though reperforated at left, strong rich color, lightly cancelled, extremely fine appearance; clear 1998 APS and 2002 PF certificates, as well as a 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 24)

1,500.00

#86, 1c Blue, “E” grill, well centered within very large margins, strong rich color and a crisp impression, unusually light cancel, choice very fine; 2001 and 2010 PF certificates. (photo - page 24)

525.00

#86, 1c Blue, “E” grill, exceedingly well centered within much larger margins than typically found, deep rich color and a crisp impression, light cork cancel, extremely fine; 1992 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate (VF 80 - the low grade must be because the perfs. are a bit uneven as the centering is certainly XF; SSV $525.00). (photo - page 24)

525.00

#95, 5c Brown, “F” grill, used with nearly full strike of “Paid” in circle cancel, deep rich color, fresh and fine; 1994 PSE certificate. (photo - page 24)

1,025.00

#100, 30c Orange, “F” grill, select used example of this very scarce and challenging stamp to find in true premium condition, possessing outstanding centering within large margins (with its perforations clearing the design all around), brilliantly fresh color, extremely 1982, 1989 and 2010 PF certificates. (photo - page 24)

1,000.00

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#105, 5c Brown re-issue, unused, particularly well centered within exceptionally large margins, rich color and a sharp impression, the top right corner has been rounded since the issuance of the certificate, otherwise extremely fine; only 672 stamps sold; clear 1989 PF certificate. (photo - page 24)

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#106, 10c Green re-issue, a magnificent quality mint example of this rare re-issue, possessing exceptional overall physical qualities, including being incredibly well centered amid lavishly large margins, gorgeous prooflike color and impression on especially bright white paper, full o g., an extremely fine gem in every regard; without question this stamp is among the very finest available of the 451 sold; 1964 and 2009 PF certificates; ex-Kantor. (photo)

3,750.00

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1,015.00

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#112, 1c Buff, a phenomenal mint single for the collector seeking a true “post office” fresh gem, as this fabulous stamp possesses an incredible overall freshness and crispness unlike any other we have seen, with sumptuously rich color, outstanding centering and pristine full original gum that has never been hinged, extremely fine and visually stunning; 1983 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the bottom left stamp, as well as a 2011 PSE certificate for the single. (photo)

for hinged 750.00

#113, 2c Brown, nicely centered and margined, lovely rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; 1999 PF certificate and a 2008 PF certificate (VF 80; SSV $650.00). (photo page 34)

650.00

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#115, 6c Ultramarine, a superb quality example of the most difficult value of all the 1869 Pictorials to find in premium mint condition, as this gem boasts extraordinary centering within large balanced margins, plus it color is rich and luxuriant, while its impression is highly detailed on crisp white paper, full o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; among the very finest mint examples we have ever offered; 1986 and 2000 PF certificates, as well as 2005 and 2010 PSE certificates (both grading XF-Superb 95 OGph; SMQ $11,500.00); one of only four examples to receive this impressive grade, the highest the PSE has awarded to a mint #115. (photo)

2,750.00

#115, 6c Ultramarine, striking used example, with extraordinarily wide margins, the size of which is rarely seen on this value, excellent centering as well, bright color, circle of wedges cancel, extremely fine jumbo; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 34)

240.00

#117, 12c Green, uncharacteristically well centered and margined, rich luxuriant color, magenta bar cancel, which is a seldom seen cancel, extremely fine; 1988 PF certificate and a 2010 PF certificate (XF 90; the SSV value of $350.00 does not include that scarce cancel premium). (photo - page 34)

275.00

#118, 15c Brown and blue, Ty. I, double grill variety, with both grills completely on the stamp and not split as is often the case, exceptionally well centered within large margins, circle of wedges cancel, choice very fine; 2007 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ for the normal stamp $950.00). (photo - page 34)

950.00

#121, 30c Blue and carmine, exceedingly well centered within uncommonly large and balanced margins, strong colors, relatively transparent circle of wedges cancel, extremely fine; 1993 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

525.00

#121, 30c Blue and carmine, used block of six (3x2), nicely centered, strong rich colors, cork cancels, a couple light creases and top left stamp with small repair, very fine appearance; scant few Thirty Cent Pictorial blocks of this size exist; ex-Hansen. (photo page 34)

4,950.00+

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#122, 90c Carmine and black, premium used example of this popular high value, extraordinarily well centered within large margins, bright fresh colors, light cork cancel, extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $4,100.00). (photo)

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#122, 90c Carmine and black, used, excellent centering and margins, lightly cancelled, small corner crease and a few light toned spots at top, extremely fine appearance. (photo - page 34)

2,250.00

#122, 90c Carmine and black, used, unusually large margins, very fine; 2002 and 2008 PF certificates, as well as 2008 PSE certificate (F-VF 75 Jumbo; SMQ $1,500.00 for 75 and $2,000.00 for 80). (photo - page 34)

2,250.00

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#126, 6c Blue re-issue, a beautiful used example of a stamp that is far more rare used than mint, featuring extraordinary centering within large margins, brilliantly rich color and a crisp clean impression on immaculate paper, light duplex postmark which proves its contemporaneous usage, a tiny perforation crease is the only thing keeping this out of the gem category, extremely fine; only a tiny percentage of the 2,226 Six Cent Re-issues were ever used, and one would be hard pressed to fine another this well centered and margined; 2006 PF certificate. (photo)

3,250.00

#131, 30c Blue and carmine re-issue, exceptionally well centered within uncharacteristically large margins, beautiful vibrant colors, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85 OGph; SMQ $4,050.00). (photo)

2,750.00

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#132, 90c Carmine and black re-issue, an outstanding mint example of this rare and popular re-issue high value, being in a quality that is almost never encountered, with flawless centering amid especially large margins, brilliant colors, sharp detailed impressions, full o.g., very mild h.r., an extremely fine gem that ranks among the finest quality original gum Ninety Cent 1869 Re-issues in existence; only 1,356 were sold; encapsulated PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $10,000.00). (photo)

4,250.00

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#133, 1c Buff re-issue, two nicely centered singles affixed slightly overlapping and tied to stamp dealer’s corner card cover to Halifax, Canada, “Media, Pa/Mar 11, 1884” datestamp alongside, Philadelphia transit and Halifax arrival backstamps and ms. “Enclosed $1.00” notation on reverse, very fine and scarce re-issue usage; 2010 PF certificate. (photo)

Est. 1,500-2,000

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#136b, 3c Green with grill, imperforate, with grill points down, horizontal pair, large margins all around, strong rich color, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine and scarce; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

1,200.00

#146, 2c Red brown, nicely centered, tied by beautifully struck Jack-O-Lantern fancy cancel of Boston, Mass to buff drop cover with “United States Internal Revenue/Official Business” imprint, very fine and attractive, 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

Est. 200-300

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#148, 6c Carmine, strong color, small corner crease, tied to canary colored cover from Rawdon, Canada to Boston, Mass. by Canadian concentric rings cancellation, matching “Rawdon/Oc 12 71/Que” c.d.s. at bottom left, Montreal transit c.d.s. on reverse, the use of the 6c U.S. stamp was illegal from Canada (despite having been cancelled by the Canadian postal authorities), so cover was marked “Due 10c” in pencil, some wrinkling to cover at top left, fine; one of only three reported examples of an attempted usage from Canada. (photo - page 20)

Est. 200-300

#151, 12c Dull violet, unused, well centered within large margins, fresh color, very fine; 2001 and 2008 PF certificates. (photo - page 34)

1,000.00

#151, 12c Dull violet, used, especially well centered and margined, attractive color, fairly light cancel, extremely fine; actually a challenging stamp to find in this premium used quality; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

220.00

#153, 24c Purple, a most attractive used example, exceedingly well centered within uncharacteristically large margins, lovely bright color, red NYFM cancel, extremely fine; a stamp with excellent eye appeal; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

245.00

#154, 30c Black, unused, uncommonly well centered and margined, strong color and impression on bright white paper, regummed, extremely fine; 2002 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $2,450.00). (photo - page 34)

2,750.00

#155, 90c Carmine, exceptionally well centered within lavishly large margins, the size of which are rarely seen on this high value, brilliant rich color and an unusually strong impression, extremely fine; 2002 PF certificate and a 2011 PSE certificate (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $720.00 for 90 and $2,500.00 for 95). (photo - page 34)

350.00

#155, 90c Carmine, used, well centered within uncommonly large margins, bright color, light circle of wedges cancel and a small bit of a red pmk., choice very fine; 1988 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

350.00

#155, 90c Carmine, used, nicely centered, bright color, crisp circle of “V”s cancel, very fine. (photo - page 34)

350.00

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#160P2a, 7c Orange vermilion, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish wove, full balance margins, bright color on fresh paper that is most unusual on the “Panama-Pacific” proofs, extremely fine; no more that five examples were produced, with this surely being one of the finest of that tiny group; 2005 PF certificate; ex“Lake Shore”. (photo - page 34)

1,200.00

#162P2a, 12c Blackish violet, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof in yellowish wove, full large margins, some light toning as usual, mostly as “offset” on reverse, the face shows just a slight bit of toning at top left, very fine; only four or five examples are known. (photo - page 34)

1,200.00

#163P2a, 15c Yellow orange, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish wove, a highly select example of this rare proof, with lovely bright color on much fresher paper than typically found, large margins, extremely fine; only five are thought to have been produced; ex-“Chesapeake”. (photo - page 34)

1,200.00

#163, 15c Yellow orange, well centered and margined, strong bright color, cancelled solely by a complete strike of fancy five point star, extremely fine; a most unusual and desirable cancel; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

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#183, 2c Vermilion, a highly desirable mint example, being remarkably well centered within especially large margins, bright fresh color, pristine o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $2,600.00). (photo)

400.00

#188, 10c Brown, with secret mark, a phenomenal used example, boasting the most gigantic margins imaginable and being extraordinarily well centered within these incredible borders, strong color, cork cancel, extremely fine; an eye-popping gem; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

32.00

#189, 15c Red orange, exceedingly well centered within large margins, deep vibrant color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine and choice; 2005 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $800.00). (photo - page 34)

250.00

#189, 15c Red orange, strong color and impression, o.g., n.h., very fine; photocopy of a 1999 PF certificate for the strip of five from which this came. (photo - page 34)

850.00

#190, 30c Full black, premium quality mint single, with large and wonderfully well balanced margins all around, deep color and an intense impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 1992 PF certificate and a 2011 PSE certificate (XF 90; SSV $1,700.00). (photo - page 34)

950.00

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#206, 1c Gray blue, an extraordinarily choice mint single, marvelously well centered within uncharacteristically wide margins, rich fresh color, pristine o g., never hinged, an extremely fine gem; encapsulated PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,800.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has given to a never hinged #206, being one of only five to be so graded. (photo)

260.00

#206, 1c Gray blue, very well centered within large margins, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2006 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $670.00). (photo - page 34)

260.00

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#209b, 10c Black brown, striking intense color and razor-sharp impression, well margined for this, o g. that is slightly disturbed from a hinge removal, fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

3,000.00

#210, 2c Red brown, well centered, tied by bold Wheel of Fortune fancy cancel to printed address cover to New York, matching slanted letter triple circle “Brookland,/Arkansas./Nov 9, 1885” datestamp at lower left, extremely fine and scarce Arkansas usage; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

Est. 150-200

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#211Bc, 2c Pale red brown special printing, horizontal pair, imperforate between, handsome example of this rare error pair, with brilliantly rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; “HFC” backstamps and accompanied by a 1982 PF certificate; ex-Hansen. (photo)

2,000.00

#212, 1c Ultramarine, single and vertical pair of 2c Green (#213) cancelled by target on 1889 cover to England from Prides Crossing, Mass., arrive in Birmingham with “T” in circle, “25” in circle and large bold “5d” due handstamps, Boston and Liverpool transit backstamps and Birmingham arrival postmark, top flap missing, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 20)

Est. 150-200

#213P2a, 2c Green, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish wove, an impressive example showing extra-large margins wonderfully bright and fresh, extremely fine; 1990 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

1,200.00

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#213, 2c Green, an exceedingly choice mint single, being marvelously well centered within large balanced margins, sumptuously rich color and a crisp impression, pristine o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; 2001 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the top left stamp, as well as a 2008 PSE certificate for the single (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,100.00); only one stamp grades higher. (photo)

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#214P2a, 3c Vermilion, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish wove, full balanced margins, bright color, extremely fine; an exceedingly select quality example of this very rare proof. (photo)

1,200.00

#217P2a, 30c Orange brown, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish paper, displaying extra-large margins, attractive color, a couple small rust stains, otherwise very fine; 1990 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

1,200.00

#218, 90c Purple, deeply rich color, o.g., very fine; 1993 PF certificate. (photo - page 34)

1,000.00

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#224, 6c Brown red, excellent centering within large margins, strong rich color, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $600.00). (photo - page 40)

230.00

#224, 6c Brown red, exceedingly well centered, attractive color, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1990 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $600.00). (photo - page 40)

230.00

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#225, 8c Lilac, a stunning mint example, featuring incredibly wide margins and being extraordinarily well centered within these impressive borders, gloriously rich color and a sharp detailed impression on bright paper, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a large margined gem for the connoisseur; 1999 PF certificate and a 2004 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,650.00 for 95 and $5,000.00 for 98); only two stamps grade higher. (photo)

180.00

#228, 30c Black, nicely centered and margined, strong color, o g., never hinged, choice very fine; 2000 and 2005 PF certificates. (photo - page 40)

1,200.00

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★/★★❑#229a, 90c Orange imperforate, striking bottom margin imprint block of four, large margins all around, brilliant color, o.g., top pair with slight h.r., bottom pair never hinged, extremely fine; an eye-catching showpiece and a very rare (if not unique) position piece; 2001 PF certificate. (photo)

2,900.00+

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#230, 1c Columbian, excellent centering within lavishly large margins, rich luxuriant color and a clean impression on bright white paper, pristine o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $260.00 for 95 and $1,350.00 for 98). (photo - page 40)

47.00

#230, 1c Columbian, tied along with two 1c and single 2c Trans-Mississippi (#285, 286) to cover to Nice, France by “Boston, Mass./Apr 12, 1900” duplex postmarks, extremely fine; a colorful mixed commemorative issues franking; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 20)

Est. 300-400

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#233, 4c Columbian, a superb mint single that is precisely centered within exceptionally large margins, strong rich color, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a magnificent Four Cent Columbian; 2009 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $3,250.00). (photo)

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#233, 4c Columbian, wonderfully well centered within extravagantly large margins, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $800.00 for 95 and $3,250.00). (photo - page 40)

200.00

#233, 4c Columbian, right sheet-margin partial imprint single, large margins, fresh color, o.g., n.h., choice very fine. (photo - page 40)

200.00

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#233 var., 4c Columbian, bisect, the upper left diagonal half well tied to blue locally addressed cover by “Washington, D.C./Mar 9, 3” duplex postmark, fresh and extremely fine; a rare commercial bisect usage accepted as full payment of postage; 2004 PF certificate. (photo)

Est. 1,500-2,000

#234, 5c Columbian, exceptionally well centered within uncommonly large margins, intense prooflike color and impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine and choice; 2008 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $375.00). (photo - page 40)

210.00

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#235, 6c Columbian, an outstanding right sheet-margin mint single, being wonderfully well centered amid lavishly large margins all around, plus its color is especially rich and luxuriant, razor-sharp impression as well, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a stamp for the collector assembling their mint Columbian set one gem stamp at a time; 2009 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,100.00 for 95 and $5,000.00 for 98). (photo)

200.00

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#236, 8c Columbian, exceptionally well centered and margined, rich color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1980 and 2002 PF certificates, as well as a 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $375.00). (photo - page 40)

180.00

#236, 8c Columbian, marvelously well centered and margined, sumptuously rich color and a deeply etched impression, lightly cancelled, extremely fine; actually a very difficult stamp to find in this gem used condition; 2011 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $265.00). (photo - page 40)

12.00

#237, 10c Columbian, scarce bottom margin imprint, letter Y” and plate “No. 99” block of eight, fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, some perf. separations down the middle column, fine. (photo - page 64)

6,250.00

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#238, 15c Columbian, left sheet-margin block of four, deeply rich color and a crisp impression, well centered and margined (especially the right stamps), o g., n.h., very fineextremely fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo)

2,800.00+

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#240, 50c Columbian, uncommonly well centered, rich color, o.g., very fine; 2011 PSE certificate (VF 80 OGh; SMQ $480.00). (photo - page 40)

500.00

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#241, $1.00 Columbian, bright color, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; 1998 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (VF 80 OGph; SMQ $1,100.00). (photo - page 40)

1,100.00

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#241, $1.00 Columbian, exceedingly well centered and margined, deep intense color, o.g., lightly hinged, small painted over inclusion, extremely fine appearance; clear 2000 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 40)

1,100.00

#241, $1.00 Columbian, well centered within large margins, just slightly disturbed o.g., very fine; clear 2003 PF certificate and a 2011 PSE certificate. (photo - page 40)

1,100.00

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#244, $4.00 Columbian, a highly desirable mint example, being wonderfully well centered within large margins, strong rich color and an excellent clarity of impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 1996 PF certificate and a 2008 PF certificate (XF 90; SMQ $3,650.00). (photo)

2,250.00

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#249, 2c Carmine lake, Ty. I, an incredibly choice full top imprint and plate no. 11 strip of three, excellent centering throughout, with particularly large margins, brilliant rich color in the true and unmistakable Carmine lake shade, o g., n.h., extremely fine; in all probability this is the finest quality plate number strip of #249 in existence; 2010 PF certificate. (photo)

1,450.00

#253TC1, 3c Dark red violet, large die trial color proof on India, 45x45mm mounted on card (not the original stock card), deep color, very fine; 2004 PSE certificate; listed but not priced in Scott. (photo - page 40)

Est. 200-300

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#258, 10c Dark green, the left margin partial imprint single offered here is, without question, one of the finest quality mint copies of #258 extant, as it features impressive physical characteristics that almost never converge on a single stamp, including near perfect centering within extravagantly large margins, deep prooflike color and an intense impression on fresh white paper, flawless o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem in every regard; anyone assembling a set of select never hinged Bureau issues will recognize that the Ten Cent value is the most difficult to find in this superb quality; 1986 PF certificate and a 2011 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $7,350.00 for 95 and $22,000.00 for 98) one of only two to grade 95J, with just one grading higher (98). (photo)

925.00

#260, 50c Orange, fresh mint single, with bright color, o.g., n.h., very fine; 2011 PSAG certificate. (photo - page 40)

1,600.00

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#261A, $1.00 Black, Ty. II, an exciting mint example of this rare and difficult Bureau issue, being in a condition unlike the vast majority one encounters, fabulously bright and fresh, with intense prooflike color and impression on wonderfully bright paper, exceptionally well centered within large margins, and equally impressive is this stamp’s reverse, sporting unblemished o g. that has never been hinged, extremely fine; premium never hinged examples of this stamp are rarely offered; photocopy of a 1992 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the bottom right stamp, and a 2004 PF certificate as a single; ex-Lewis. (photo)

6,750.00

#263, $5.00 Dark green, nicely centered, strong rich color and a crisp impression on fresh paper, o.g., lightly hinged, a very fine example of this scarce high value; 1997 PF certificate. (photo - page 40)

4,500.00

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#266-267, 2c Carmine, Ty. II-III se-tenant combination pair, the left stamp being type II and the right stamp type III, remarkably well centered, lovely bright color on fresh paper, unblemished o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; the Two Cent Bureau combination pair is quite elusive and greatly undercataloged, especially when found in this gem quality; quite likely one of the finest, if not the finest combination pairs known; photocopy of a 2005 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the top pair. (photo)

500.00

#271a, 6c Dull brown, watermarked “USIR” in error, clear “I” in the watermark, used with unobtrusive face-free cancel, strong color, trivial creasing at top, otherwise a fine example of this very scarce error; clear 1960 PF certificate. (photo - page 40)

12,500.00

#273, 10c Dark green, well centered within uncommonly large margins, deep intense color and impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $750.00). (photo - page 40)

290.00

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#274, 15c Dark blue, exceptionally well centered, deep prooflike color and impression on bright paper, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; an uncommonly choice example; 2001 PF certificate and a 2008 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $1,400.00). (photo)

675.00

#277a, $2.00 Dark blue, deep intense color and impression on fresh white paper, o.g., n.h., nearly very fine; photocopy of a 2010 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the top right stamp. (photo - page 40)

1,000.00

#279, 1c Deep green, top margin plate no. 496 single, extraordinarily well centered, brilliantly fresh color, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $290.00). (photo - page 40)

25.00

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#284, 15c Olive green, a fabulous used example, not only is it perfectly centered within extravagantly large margins, but it also possesses rich luxuriant color and a highly detailed impression, plus its cancel is unusually light and unobtrusive, a superb gem in every regard; 2011 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $1,450.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to any #284 (mint or used) and is the sole used copy to reach Superb 98 status. (photo)

13.00

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#285, 1c Trans-Mississippi, wonderfully well centered amid large balanced margins, deeply rich color and a sharp detailed impression, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; an exceptionally choice One Cent Trans-Mississippi; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $650.00). (photo - page 40)

75.00

★★PB #285, 1c Trans-Mississippi, full top margin imprint and plate no. 592 block of six, deep intense color, o g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 64)

750.00

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#290, 10c Trans-Mississippi, excellent centering within wide margins, rich bright color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1999 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,150.00). (photo)

475.00

#291, 50c Trans-Mississippi, uncharacteristically well centered within very large margins, deep vibrant color and a strong detailed impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 1987 PF and 2005 PSE certificates. (photo - page 40)

650.00

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#293, $2.00 Trans-Mississippi, a highly desirable mint example of this high value commemorative, very well centered within much larger margins than typically encountered, sumptuously rich color and a deeply etched impression, pristine o.g., never hinged, extremely fine; premium never hinged Two Dollar Trans-Mississippis are exceedingly rare; 1982 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $8,950.00). (photo)

6,000.00

#293, $2.00 Trans-Mississippi, uncommonly well centered and margined, strong rich color, fresh clean o.g. with just the faintest trace of hinging (if any), very fine; 1992 PF certificate (never hinged by omission). (photo - page 40)

1,900.00

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#293, $2.00 Trans-Mississippi, an incredible quality used example of a stamp which is virtually impossible to find in such premium condition, possessing outstanding centering amid margins which are truly huge for this notoriously tightly margined value, additionally its color is especially rich and luxuriant, very lightly cancelled with a target cancel versus the less desirable large registry oval postmark, extremely fine; a gorgeous used gem; 1997 PF certificate. (photo)

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Lots 217-628 Spink Shreves Galleries, New York, NY

UNITED STATES STAMPS AND POSTAL HISTORY 1901 PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION

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#296, 4c Pan-American, an outstanding mint single in a quality that would be hard to improve upon, precisely centered amid uncharacteristically wide margins, rich bright color and a clean impression, immaculate o g., n.h., extremely fine; a truly gem Four Cent PanAmerican; 2011 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $5,500.00); one of only four to grade Superb 98, with just one grading higher (100). (photo)

190.00

#299, 10c Pan-American, an eye-catching top left corner margin single with engraver’s initials, excellent centering, rich luxuriant colors, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2005 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $650.00). (photo - page 40)

325.00

Spink Shreves Galleries is pleased to announce that we can accept credit cards as payment for purchases up to $20,000.00 with no administrative fees, provided payment is made within 7 days of the auction. For assistance with this type of payment, please contact our Dallas offices. 800-556-7826 or 972-788-2100.

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#302, 3c Bright violet, a superlative bottom sheet-margin partial imprint single, being in a quality that would be almost impossible to duplicate, as it features absolutely perfect centering amid extraordinarily large margins, brilliantly rich color and a highly detailed impression on fresh paper, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; certainly among the very finest never hinged #302’s in existence; 2007 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $3,050.00 for 98); this is the highest grade the PSE has awarded this stamp, being one of only three to reach the Superb 98 Jumbo plateau. (photo)

140.00

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#302, 3c Bright violet, perfectly centered within exceedingly large margins, rich color and a well defined impression, flawless o g., n.h., extremely fine gem; a true condition rarity; encapsulated PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $3,050.00). (photo)

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We welcome your call to answer any questions you have or to help you in preparing your bids. Please ask for Rick Penko or Chris Anderson.

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#303-E1, 4c Black incomplete design die essay on India, die sunk on 91x105mm card, with Bureau control number 58920 handstamped in blue on back, very fine; a key 1903 Issue essay rarity, this is the only example recorded; ex-“Chesapeake”, “Lake Shore”. (photo)

3,250.00

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#304, 5c Blue, a fabulous quality mint single, possessing mathematically precise centering, with uncharacteristically wide margins all around, stunning prooflike color and impression that could not be more intense nor more detailed on bright white paper, pristine o g. without a single gum bend or skip, n.h., an extremely fine gem in every regard; 2009 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $3,600.00); one of just two to grade Superb 98, and only one stamp grades slightly higher (98J). (photo)

150.00

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#307, 10c Pale red brown, a visually stunning mint single, possessing color that is incredibly deep and rich, with a superbly detailed impression that would rival any proof, in addition it is impeccably well centered within lavishly large margins, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a beautiful stamp; 2006 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SSV $1,200.00 for 95 and $4,500.00 for 98) and a 2011 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,100.00 for 95 and $5,000.00 for 98); only one stamp grades slightly higher (98J). (photo)

150.00

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#309, 15c Olive green, an incomparable quality bottom sheet-margin plate no. 3202 single, possessing every physical characteristic that the most demanding condition conscious collector could ask for, from its mathematically precise centering within huge margins, to its indescribably intense color and impression on brilliantly fresh paper, immaculate o.g. without a single gum bend or skip, n.h., extremely fine; a superb gem for the finest collection; 1984 and 2002 PF certificates; ex-Higgins. (photo)

500.00

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#309, 15c Olive green, a superlative mint example that is absolutely perfectly centered within extravagantly large margins, rich luxuriant color and a well incised impression, o.g., relatively lightly hinged, superb; 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100 OGh; SMQ $1,200.00 for 98); this is the only example of #309 in the PSE population report, whether mint or used, to receive the coveted Gem 100 designation. (photo)

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#310, 50c Orange, an exquisite mint single in an incredibly fresh state, possessing an overall brilliance not often seen, with gloriously rich color and a deeply incised impression on bright white paper, additionally this eye-arresting stamp features outstanding centering within large margins, unblemished o g., n.h., extremely fine; actually a very rare and desirable stamp in this gem never hinged condition; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $8,000.00). (photo)

1,250.00

#310, 50c Orange, exceedingly well centered within large margins, brilliantly rich color on fresh paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine and choice; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 40)

1,250.00

#311, $1.00 Black, deep color and an unusually sharp impression on fresh paper, nicely centered within lavishly large margins, o g., never hinged (scarce thus), very fine; 1989 PF certificate (right selvage subsequently removed). (photo - page 40)

2,100.00

#312P2a, $2.00 Blue, “Panama-Pacific” small die proof on yellowish wove, large full margins with a couple small edge nicks at right, strong color, very fine; only 3-5 examples were produced. (photo - page 56)

2,500.00

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#313, $5.00 Dark green, wonderfully well centered within lavishly large margins all around, sumptuously rich color and a well defined impression on fresh white paper, N.Y. registry cancel, extremely fine; select quality used copies of this high value are seldom encountered, especially with margins this large; 2003 PF certificate. (photo)

800.00

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#323, 1c Louisiana Purchase, impressive left sheet-margin single, excellent centering, deep rich color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $700.00). (photo - page 56)

70.00

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#327, 10c Louisiana Purchase, an especially handsome top margin imprint single, remarkably fresh, with deep luxuriant color and a razor-sharp impression on fresh paper, extraordinarily well centered, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $2,400.00). (photo)

375.00

#330, 5c Jamestown, well centered within much larger margins than usually seen on this stamp, deep color, o.g., n.h., choice very fine; 2001 PF certificate. (photo - page 56)

325.00

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#332P1, 2c Carmine on amber, large die proof on proof paper, 25x43mm, a couple tiny pinholes in the left margin, otherwise very fine; believed to be unique; listed but unpriced in Scott; ex-Zivic. (photo - page 56)

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#332b, 2c Lake, the discovery copy of the Lake shade on the Two Cent double line watermarked stamp, with deep color in a clear Lake shade, sharp impression, o.g., relatively lightly hinged, fine; to our knowledge this is the only certified copy of this stamp; listed but unpriced in Scott; accompanied by a 2009 PSE certificate as well as an analysis from a Video Spectral Comparator. (photo)

Est. 3,000-4,000

#340, 15c Pale ultramarine, absolutely perfect centering amid extravagantly large margins, bright fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, superb; 2000 PF certificate and a 2006 PSE certificate (Gem 100 OGph; SMQ $385.00 for 98); this is the only #340 in the PSE population report to achieve the exalted grade of Gem 100. (photo)

65.00

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#343, 371, 1c Green and 2c Hudson-Fulton imperforates, a single of each enclosed within U.S. Automatic Vending Co. pocket Ty. 3-2, with red “patents pending” printed on both top and bottom flaps, numbered 344 on reverse, o g., n.h., very fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 56)

650.00

1909 BLUISH PAPERS

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#358 var., 2c Carmine on bluish paper, major double transfer, with the bottom half of the stamp showing a clear double transfer, left plate no. 4837 single, strong color, o.g., n.h., fine; an important variety for the Washington-Franklin specialist, this being the first example we have seen; listed but unpriced in Scott; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo)

Est. 750-1,000

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#366, 15c Pale ultramarine on bluish paper, a highly desirable mint single that is uncommonly well centered and margined, strong color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 1990 PF certificate, 2008 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $1,925.00) and a 2008 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,850.00); only two stamps grade higher. (photo)

1,350.00

#366, 15c Pale ultramarine on bluish paper, bright rich color on especially fresh paper, reperforated at right, o.g., never hinged (scarce thus), very fine appearance; clear 1988 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 56)

3,250.00

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#374, 376-80, 382, 1c, 3c-8c and 15c Washington-Franklins, excellent group of seven values, each being wonderfully well centered, most often amid oversized margins, all with rich colors on fresh paper, o.g., l.h. except 1c n.h., extremely fine and handsome; 8c with 1998 PSE and 15c with 1994 PF certificates. (photo - page 56)

480.00

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#375b, 2c Lake, an exceedingly choice mint example of this scarce and highly distinctive color variety, being remarkably well centered within especially large margins, deep intense color and a razor-sharp impression, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; this is the finest centered and margined copy we have ever seen; 2009 PSE certificate. (photo)

900.00

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#379, 6c Red orange, a visually striking top margin mint single, possessing spectacularly immense margins all around and being precisely centered within these huge borders, brilliantly fresh, unblemished o.g., n.h., a superb gem of incredible size. (photo)

80.00

#387, 1c Green coil, perf. 12 vert., pair with 2mm spacing, exceedingly well centered within large margins, strong color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2004 PSE and 2005 PF certificates. (photo - page 56)

475.00

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#389, 3c Deep violet, Ty. I, “Orangeburg Coil”, perf. 12 vert., deep color and impression, typical centering, neat wavy line cancel of Orangeburg, N.Y., two minor corner creases (actually far less defective than usually found), fine appearance; a most presentable and collectable example of this rare coil that was issued specifically for use by the Bell Pharmaceutical Co. to mail their samples to doctors; 1975 and 2008 PF certificates. (photo)

11,000.00

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#397, 1c Panama-Pacific, a magnificent mint bottom sheet-margin single, being in quality that simply cannot be improved upon, including mathematically precise centering amid exceedingly large margins, lovely bright color and a crisp impression on fresh white paper, flawless o.g., n.h., superb; 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100; SMQ $450.00 for 98); one of five never hinged examples to be graded Gem 100, the highest in the PSE population report. (photo)

40.00

#398, 2c Panama-Pacific, especially large and perfectly balanced margins all around, radiant rich color on bright white paper, light slogan cancel, an extremely fine used gem; 2011 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $250.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has given to a used #398. (photo - page 56)

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#400, 10c Panama-Pacific, orange yellow, highly select mint single, exceedingly well centered within uncharacteristically large margins, bright color, pristine o g., n.h., extremely fine; an especially choice stamp; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $900.00). (photo)

270.00

#400A, 10c Panama-Pacific, orange, uncharacteristically well centered and margined, strong bright color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 1995 PF certificate, 2008 PF certificate (VF-XF 85; SSV $550.00) and a 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $525.00). (photo - page 56)

450.00

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#400A, 10c Panama-Pacific, orange, bright and fresh, nicely centered, o g., n.h., choice very fine; 2008 PF certificate (VF-XF 85; SSV $550.00). (photo - page 56)

450.00

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#404, 10c Panama-Pacific, perf. 10, very well centered within large margins, vibrant color, o.g., n.h., choice very fine; 1993 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $1,900.00). (photo)

1,750.00

#404, 10c Panama-Pacific, perf. 10, particularly well centered amid extravagantly large margins, gorgeous bright color, o g., barest trace of hinging (if any), shorter perf. at bottom, extremely fine; clear 1984 PF certificate. (photo - page 56)

750.00

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#404, 10c Panama-Pacific, perf. 10, handsome bottom margin plate no. 6130 block of six, well centered, gorgeous vibrant color on bright white paper, o g., lightly hinged, very fine; a fine-very fine example of this important commemorative plate block rarity. (photo)

12,000.00

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#406c, 2c Lake, a seldom offered mint example of this rare and distinctive color variety, particularly intense color and impression, centered slightly to the top left as are all examples we have sold, large margins, o.g., faintly hinged, certainly very fine for this; quite undercataloged in our opinion; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo)

2,000.00

#408 var., 1c Green, “Kansas City” roulette variety, vertically imperforate between, a most unusual and rare variety of the “Kansas City” roulette, being a pristine mint block of four which has no rouletting vertically between the two rows, well centered, rich color, o.g., n.h., trivial gum crease, very fine; only two such blocks have been recorded; signed “ERW” and accompanied by a photocopy of a 2001 PF certificate, as well as a 2009 PSE certificate; ex-Hansen. (photo - page 56)

Est. 400-500

#411, 2c Carmine coil, perf. 8½ horiz., guide line pair, dazzling bright color, exceptionally well centered, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2010 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $360.00). (photo - page 56)

125.00

#416, 10c Orange yellow, striking mint single, with huge margins all around and being incredibly well centered within these borders, radiant color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2004 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $250.00 for 98); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to any copy of this stamp. (photo - page 56)

40.00

#420, 30c Orange red, well centered within uncharacteristically large margins, lovely bright color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1993 PF certificate and a 2007 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $525.00). (photo - page 56)

250.00

#423, $1.00 Violet brown, bottom margin imprint and plate no. A 5782 strip of three, deep rich color, o g., left stamp with trivial gum crease, fine; 2005 PF certificate; cataloged as three singles. (photo - page 56)

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#440, 50c Violet, highly desirable mint example in a true “post office” state of preservation, with bright fresh color and a clean impression, wonderfully well centered within much larger margins than usual, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine; rarely seen both this well centered and never hinged; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo)

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#442, 2c Carmine flat plate coil, perf. 10 horiz., a stunning mint single in the finest attainable quality, impeccably well centered amid remarkable large margins, brilliantly fresh color, flawless o g., n.h., superb; 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; SMQ $200.00 for a mere 98); this is the only example of this stamp to reach the pinnacle Gem 100 Jumbo designation from the PSE. (photo)

22.00

#446, 4c Brown flat plate coil, perf. 10 vert., handsome used pair, exceptionally well centered within large margins, strong rich color, light town c.d.s. cancel, extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 56)

425.00

#447, 5c Blue flat plate coil, perf. 10 vert., an exceedingly choice guide line pair, marvelously well centered and margined, intense color in a dark shade, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; encapsulated PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $700.00). (photo - page 56)

260.00

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#448, 1c Green rotary coil, perf. 10 horiz., gem mint pair, perfectly centered within large margins, strong rich color, o.g., n.h., superb; 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100; SMQ $570.00 for 98); this is the only pair of #448 in the PSE population report to reach the grade of Gem 100, the highest they have awarded. (photo)

40.00

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#456, 3c Violet rotary coil, Ty. I, perf. 10 vert., select quality mint single, beautifully centered, bright fresh color, o g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2008 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95; SMQ $1,750.00). (photo)

525.00

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#457, 4c Brown rotary coil, perf. 10 vert., a highly desirable mint pair, remarkably well centered and margined, especially deep color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $775.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has given to a pair of #457. (photo)

130.00

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#467, 5c Carmine error, single error stamp cut from sheet so that equal portions of the eight adjoining stamps show, exceptionally well centered, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $1,150.00). (photo)

950.00

#467, 5c Carmine error, in a horizontal pair with the normal 2c, o g., n.h., nearly very fine. (photo - page 56)

950.00

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★★/★❑#467, 5c Carmine error, single error in a block of nine, bright color, o g., one 2c stamp hinged, the error and all others are never hinged, fine-very fine. (photo - page 64)

1,050.00

★★/★❑#467, 5c Carmine error, single error in a block of nine, attractive color, o.g., error stamp n.h., fine. (photo - page 64)

1,050.00

#467, 5c Carmine error, double error in a block of twelve, bright and fresh, o g., n.h., fine. (photo - page 64)

3,100.00

★★/★❑#467, 5c Carmine error, double error in a block of twelve, fresh color, o g., error stamps n.h., fine. (photo - page 64)

1,950.00

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#472, 10c Orange yellow, a marvelous mint single, not only extraordinarily well centered amid lavishly large margins, but also gorgeous radiant color, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine and eye-catching gem; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,350.00 for 95 and $5,500.00 for 98). (photo)

230.00

#479, $2.00 Dark blue, left sheet-margin single, uncommonly well centered, strong rich color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $570.00). (photo - page 56)

500.00

#480, $5.00 Light green, outstanding centering within large balanced margins, bright fresh color, pristine o g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 1989 PF certificate. (photo - page 56)

390.00

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As an added convenience to our bidders in the sale, we offer telephone bidding during the auction which gives buyers the flexibility they may need to increase their bids as the auction proceeds. Please call our offices (800-556-7826 or 212-262-8400) to arrange for telephone bidding prior to the sale and ask for Rick Penko.

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#485, 5c Carmine error imperforate, a spectacular single contained in a block of nine, beautifully cut from the sheet so that equal portions of the adjoining sixteen 2c stamps are showing, radiant color, pristine o.g., never hinged, superb.

The 1917 Five Cent Imperforate Error is one of the key 20th Century rarities of United States philately. It has been recorded by George B. Sloane that a total of 48 uncut imperforate sheets of 400 of plate no. 7942 were sold out of the New York City Post Office, each sheet containing a single error and a double error, making 48 the maximum number of either error block that could possibly exist. Over the years, some of these blocks were cut up for singles or miscut altogether, making undesirable blocks of six for instance. Also, due to the wartime printing methods, several suffer from large inclusions, gum bends or skips and other production maladies. Still others were hinged or thinned at one time. The block offered here is as choice as can exist, an opinion shared by the Professional Stamp Experts, who awarded this block the ultimate grade of Gem 100 Jumbo, the only such block to be so graded.

An eye-arresting showpiece for the most fastidious collector. Accompanied by a 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100 Jumbo; the SMQ does not attempt to price Scott #485). (photo)

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#498a, 1c Green, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, exceptionally fresh, with marvelously rich color and a crisp detailed impression on fresh paper, large margins, o.g., n.h., very fine for this; only one sheet of 100 (50 pairs) was found; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

1,750.00

#498a, 1c Green, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, vertical strip of three, incredibly well centered, strong rich color, o.g., very lightly hinged, extremely fine; one of the finest centered examples of this rare error available; photocopy of a 2005 PF certificate for the block of six from which this came, as well as a 2007 PSE certificate for the strip of three; cataloged simply as a pair. (photo)

900.00+

#498a, 1c Green, vertical strip of three, imperforate horizontally, bright color, o.g., top stamp with small thin spot, bottom stamp with minor internal gum crease, fine and rare; photocopy of a 2005 PF certificate for the block of six from which this came; cataloged as a pair. (photo - page 56)

900.00+

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#498b, 1c Green, horizontal pair, imperforate between, a superb mint example of this very scarce error, in a quality that is far superior to any other we have ever seen, marvelously well centered amid extravagantly large margins, deep luxuriant color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; quite likely the finest example of this error that exists; 1995 PF and 2009 PSE certificates; ex-Floyd. (photo)

1,750.00

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#498b, 1c Green, horizontal pair, imperforate between, a spectacular right margin plate no. 10656 block of fifteen, containing three error pairs in the second and third columns, brilliantly fresh throughout, with deep rich color, o.g., n.h., very fine; an immensely rare and absolutely unique showpiece; 2007 PSE certificate. (photo)

5,250.00+

#499 var., 2c Rose, Ty. I, misperforated a striking bottom left corner plate no. 8006 sheet of 100, with the vertical perforations shifted so strongly as to completely “bisect” all stamps, plus the sheet itself was miscut, with only one half of the vertical row of stamps showing at right, o.g., n.h. (usual gum bends and skips), a few perf. separations, small pencil note at top left, fine; not your typical garden variety freak. (photo - page 64)

Est. 400-500

#499c, 2c Rose, Ty. I, vertical pair, imperforate between, bright fresh color, o.g., n.h., a fine example of this very scarce error; 2007 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

1,000.00

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#499f, 2c Rose, Ty. I, A.E.F. booklet pane, top margin single from the pane of thirty, tied by “U.S. Army Postal Service/May 24/1918” duplex on picture postcard to Massachusetts, proper censor handstamp, stamp with strong color, very fine; a scarce legitimate usage of the A.E.F. stamp; 2008 APS certificate. (photo - page 20)

Est. 500-750

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#501c, 3c Light violet, Ty. I, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, well centered and with generous margins at top and bottom, rich color on fresh paper, o.g., lightly hinged, mild horizontal crease at bottom, otherwise very fine; only 25 pairs were discovered; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

3,000.00

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#501d, 3c Light violet, Type I, double impression, two distinct impressions, one of which is split, centered to the right as are all known copies of this rare error, o.g., lightly hinged, fine; an especially striking double impression it is believed only six copies (three of which are used) are known; 2010 PF certificate. (photo)

3,500.00

#504, 5c Blue, gem top margin plate no. 8882 single, perfectly centered within large margins, rich vibrant color and a deeply etched impression on fresh paper, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1989 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the top right stamp, as well as a 2011 PF certificate for the single (XF-Superb 95 XQ; SSV $160.00 for 95 and $500.00 for 98). (photo - page 68)

18.00

#505, 5c Rose error, a highly desirable mint example of this error, extraordinarily well centered, wonderfully bright color, o g., n.h. (vertical gum skip), extremely fine; clear 1990 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

625.00

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650.00

#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, well centered (especially the top error), vibrant color, o.g., n.h., a few gum skips, one of which just barely affects the top error, very fine. (photo - page 64)

2,000.00

#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, fresh color, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 64)

2,000.00

#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, rich color, o g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 64)

2,000.00

#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, bright color, o g., n.h., fine. (photo - page 64)

2,000.00

#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, attractive color, o.g., n.h., fine. (photo - page 70)

2,000.00

★★/★❑#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, o.g., top row hinged, the error stamps are never hinged, fine. (photo - page 70)

1,300.00

★★/★❑#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of twelve, o.g., one 2c stamp lightly hinged, all others (including both error stamps) are never hinged, fine. (photo - page 70)

1,300.00

★★/★❑#505, 5c Rose error, double error in a block of nine, o g., top row hinged but the two error stamps are never hinged, the top one with some gum skips, fine. (photo - page 70)

1,250.00

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As an added new convenience to our bidders, we have now identified lots accompanied

by Professional Stamp Experts (PSE) or Philatelic Foundation (PF) graded certificates by placing a ✦ just below the symbol field at the left of the description. Lots accompanied by a graded PSE certificate will also have incorporated into the description the Stamp Market Quarterly (SMQ ) price for the corresponding grade. Lots accompanied by a graded PF certificate will have incorporated into the description the Scott Stamp Value (SSV) price for the corresponding grade.

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#509, 9c Salmon red, a fantastic gem that is the epitome of perfection, as every aspect of this stamp could not be improved up, including flawless centering amid large balanced margins, radiant color and a crisp detailed impression on brilliantly white paper, pristine o.g., n.h., a superb gem for the collector who insists on only the finest possible quality; 2011 PSE certificate (Gem 100; SMQ $700.00 for 98); this is the only example in the PSE population report to receive the exalted Gem 100 designation. (photo)

27.50

#515, 20c Light ultramarine, top sheet-margin single, well centered within particularly large margins, fresh color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2006 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $250.00 for 90 and $600.00 for 95). (photo - page 68)

90.00

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#515d, 20c Light ultramarine, perforated 10 at bottom, an impressive example of this major error rarity, bright and fresh, usual centering, Two Rivers, Wis. pre-cancel, fine; only about ten examples have been recorded, nearly all of which bear a pre-cancel; 2001 and 2007 PF certificates; Scott notes No. 515d is valued in the grade of fine. (photo)

15,000.00

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#517, 50c Red violet, excellent centering within large margins, strong color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2004 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $650.00). (photo - page 68)

130.00

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#517, 50c Red violet, fresh bottom margin plate no. 7042 block of six, nicely centered, rich color on crisp clean paper, o.g., bottom center stamp l.h. and the rest n.h., very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,600.00

#518, $1.00 Violet brown, bottom margin imprint, letter “A” and plate no. 5782 block of six, uncommonly well centered, crisp and intact, o.g., small h.r.’s at top, bottom stamps n.h., very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,300.00

#524, $5.00 Deep green and black, exceptionally well centered and margined, rich bright colors, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $800.00). (photo - page 68)

375.00

#525c, 1c Gray green offset, horizontal pair, imperforate between, with natural s.e. at right as always since this variety always comes from the two right rows of a left pane, fresh, o.g., lightly hinged, fine; this error catalogs a mere $100.00, but we have been unable to locate another mint example in any auction (including our own) - when this happens there are two explanations: (a) it is common and worth only a fraction of the catalog value so it falls below the minimum value to run as a single lot, or (b) it is so rare and never comes to market so the catalog editors have no information to update the price, in the case of #525c, we believe the latter explanation holds true; 2008 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

100.00

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#525c, 1c Gray green offset, horizontal pair, imperforate between, with natural s.e. at right as always since this variety always comes from the two right rows of a left pane, exceptionally fresh, lightly cancelled, fine; an extraordinarily rare and undercataloged error, as we are aware of only two other used examples, one contained in a block of four, and another used on a postcard; 2004 PF certificate. (photo)

700.00

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★★PB #528A, 2c Carmine offset, Ty. VI, fresh full top margin plate no. 11706 block of six, rich color and a sharp impression on marvelously bright paper, exceptionally well centered, immaculate o g., n.h., extremely fine; a very scarce plate block that is almost never encountered in such outstanding condition and as a full top. (photo - page 70)

800.00

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#536a, 1c Gray green offset, horizontal pair, imperforate vertically, large and exceedingly well balanced margins, strong fresh color, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; a wonderfully choice example of this rarely offered error; H. F. Colman handstamp and accompanied by a 2004 PF certificate. (photo)

2,000.00

★★PB #537, 3c Victory, right margin plate no. 9430 block of six, well centered for this difficult issue, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 70)

400.00

#537c, 3c Red violet, exceptionally well centered within lavish margins all around, fresh color in this distinctive shade, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $425.00 for 90 and $1,250.00 for 95); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to this stamp and the only example to be so graded. (photo - page 68)

350.00

#538a, 1c Green, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, incredibly well centered pair with a light contemporary cancel (and specifically stated as such on the accompanying certificate), brilliantly fresh, extremely fine; postally used examples of this error are quite elusive and way undercataloged, especially in this choice quality; photocopy of a 2007 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the left pair. (photo - page 68)

100.00

#546, 2c Carmine rose coil waste, Ty. III, perf. 11, uncharacteristically well centered and margined, strong bright color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2000 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $570.00). (photo - page 68)

240.00

#547, $2.00 Carmine and black, uncommonly large and beautifully balanced margins all around, outstanding color that is remarkably bright and intense, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem with great eye appeal; 1991 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

290.00

#550, 5c Pilgrim Tercentenary, bottom margin plate no. 12426 single, very well centered and margined, rich color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95; SMQ $450.00). (photo - page 68)

95.00

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#560, 8c Olive green, a truly stunning bottom margin plate no. 16450 single, which we believe to be the finest #560 in existence, as it boasts outstanding physical characteristics that are never found on this value, including its margins, which are not only incredibly large, but also perfectly balanced all around, deep luxuriant color and an especially intense impression on fresh paper, the reverse sports flawless o g. that has never been hinged, simply superb; while there is one stamp that grades slightly higher (100), it cannot compare to the breathtaking quality of this gem; 2010 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $1,550.00 for 98). (photo)

100.00

★★PB #566, 15c Gray, wide bottom margin plate no. 18930 block of six, wonderfully well centered, post office fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine. (photo - page 70)

425.00

★★PB #569, 30c Olive brown, select wide bottom margin plate no. 20194 block of six, incredibly well centered throughout, with each stamp being precisely centered within equal margins, fresh and intact, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a gem plate block. (photo - page 70)

475.00

#570, 50c Lilac, near perfect centering, warm color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine and choice; 2009 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $950.00). (photo - page 68)

80.00

★★PB #571, $1.00 Violet black, wide bottom margin plate no. 14268 block of six, intense distinctive color, well centered, fresh and intact, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 70)

650.00

#572, $2.00 Deep blue, uncharacteristically well centered, deep color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $335.00). (photo - page 68)

150.00

★★PB #572, $2.00 Deep blue, top margin plate no. 14306 block of six, well centered, crisp and intact, o g., n.h., minor natural gum skips and bends, choice very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,200.00

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#573, $5.00 Carmine and blue, striking top left corner margin single, marvelously well centered and margined, brilliantly rich colors, pristine o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 1999 PF certificate and a 2003 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $1,200.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to this stamp. (photo)

220.00

#573, $5.00 Carmine and blue, gem mint single that is impeccably well centered and margined, gorgeous rich colors on fresh white paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $1,200.00); the highest grade in the PSE population report for this stamp. (photo - page 68)

220.00

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#573, $5.00 Carmine and blue, choice centering, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $450.00). (photo - page 68)

220.00

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#573, $5.00 Carmine and blue, unusually well centered, bright colors, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $450.00). (photo - page 68)

220.00

★★PB #579, 2c Carmine coil waste, top margin star and plate no. 14707 block of four, deeply rich color, o g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,000.00

#582 var., 1½c Brown, horizontal pair with full vertical gutter, exceptionally well centered and with deep intense color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; exceedingly rare and undervalued, only one other has been certified by the Philatelic Foundation (hinged and with faults); 2004 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

210.00

#582 var., 1½c Brown, vertical pair with full horizontal gutter, well centered, strong rich color, o g., n.h., very fine; an immensely undercataloged gutter pair, this being the only example certified by the Philatelic Foundation; 2004 PF certificate. (photo page 68)

160.00

#595, 2c Carmine coil waste, exceptionally well centered within considerably larger margins than typically found on this coil waste stamp, strong color, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1990 PF certificate. (photo - page 68)

550.00

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★★PB #620-21, 2c and 5c Norse-Americans cplt., top margin plate number blocks of eight, the 5c with especially large top margin, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,050.00

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#630, 2c White Plains souvenir sheet, tied to first day cover by “New York Philatelic Station/Oct 19 1926” violet handstamps, and an additional similar handstamp in black, cover addressed to New York, the sheet itself is unusually choice, not only because it is remarkably well centered and fresh, but also because it has full untrimmed margins all around, unlike many first day covers, extremely fine; certainly one of the finest White Plain sheet first day covers available. (photo)

1,800.00

#664, 6c “Kans.” ovpt., uncommonly well centered and margined, strong color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $350.00). (photo - page 68)

55.00

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#667, 9c “Kans.” ovpt., a marvelously choice mint single, being extraordinarily well centered within much larger margins than usually found on this series, outstanding color that is uncharacteristically rich and bright, o g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2008 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $575.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to any copy of #667. (photo)

26.00

#679, 10c “Nebr.” ovpt., exceedingly well centered within extraordinarily large margins for this series, brilliantly fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; an especially large-margined gem; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $525.00 for 95 and $1,150.00 for 98). (photo - page 68)

230.00

#700, 30c Brown, precise centering, strong rich color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $400.00); only one stamp grades higher. (photo - page 68)

22.50

#701, 50c Lilac, beautifully centered, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $600.00). (photo - page 68)

52.50

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#739a, 3c Wisconsin Tercentenary, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, perfectly centered within large margins, wonderfully bright and fresh, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; an especially scarce error when found this choice; 2004 PF certificate. (photo)

500.00

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#739b, 3c Wisconsin Tercentenary, horizontal pair, imperforate between, a highly select left sheet-margin pair of this scarce and difficult error, being far better centered and margined than typically seen, strong rich color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; it is believed that approximately only 80 error pairs exist, with this pair being among the very finest of that small number; 1974 PF certificate for a block of four from which this pair was taken, plus 1997 PF and 2009 PSE certificates as a pair. (photo)

1,250.00

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1940 NATIONAL PARKS The following lots are from a specialized collection and feature all seven of the Scott listed errors.

These were carefully selected by an astute buyer over a period of many years. They are noteworthy for their excellent centering, freshness and lacking the faults (especially gum creases) that affect so many.

This is probably the finest set of National Parks errors ever assembled.

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#740-49 Large die essays of the vignettes, a complete set of all values die sunk on approximately 137x170 card, each is a printed drawing by Harry L. Peckmore of the various designs used for the National Parks series, each with a printed notation under the design, very fine; a lovely set that would enhance any specialized collection of the National Parks. (photo - page 70)

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Est. 400-500

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#740a, 1c National Park, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, a magnificent mint example of this key National Parks error rarity, being extraordinarily well centered within uncommonly large margins, wonderfully bright color and paper, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine; this is quite likely the finest of the mere 16 examples known; 2002 PF certificate. (photo)

2,200.00

#741a, 2c National Parks, vertical pair, imperf. horizontally, a highly select left mint pair of this elusive error, with only two or three error panes known, exceedingly well centered, bright and fresh, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1998 PF certificate. (photo)

1,000.00

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#741b, 2c National Parks, horizontal pair, imperforate vertically, pristine mint example of this seldom seen error, exceptional well centered, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; only two to three error panes are known, and few pairs are found in this select quality; 1998 PF certificate. (photo)

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825.00

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#742a, 3c National Parks, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, strip of three, excellent centering, strong rich color, clean o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a choice example of this rare error; 1995 and 2010 PF certificates; cataloged as a pair. (photo)

1,200.00+

#743a, 4c National Parks, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, remarkably well centered, as most are quite poorly centered, strong color, o.g., with a Post Office paste-up on back, a most unusual occurrence, extremely fine; only fifteen copies are recorded; 1976, 1982 and 2006 PF certificates. (photo)

1,000.00

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#744a, 5c National Parks, horizontal pair, imperf. vertically, a highly desirable left sheet-margin pair, extraordinarily fresh, excellent centering, pristine o g., n.h., very fine; the 5c is the most difficult of all the National Parks errors to find well centered, in fact the pair offered here is about as nicely centered as they come, making it one of the finest and most desirable copies available; 2000 PF and 2009 PSE certificates. (photo)

1,200.00

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#746a, 7c National Parks, horizontal pair, imperf. vertically, a fabulous quality pair that is precisely centered within lavishly large margins, plus its color is strong and rich, immaculate o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; probably the finest quality pair of the small number known; 1999 PF and 2009 PSE certificates. (photo)

1,200.00

#756-65, 1c-10c National Parks imperforate line block collection neatly mounted on album pages, with each value having all four arrow blocks plus a center line block, all with large margins and fresh colors, without gum as issued, extremely fine.

500.00

#756-65 var., 1c-10c National Parks imperforate, with 1940 Post Office gum, each with large balanced margins, fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; all of the imperforate National Park sets were issued and sold without gum, along with the other Farley issues, these could be sent to the Washington, D.C. Post Office to have gum applied, if desired. However, few people actually sent them in for gumming. This is understandable since most Farleys were purchased in sheets or large multiples and it would have been cumbersome to mail them back to Washington. While we have seen some of the souvenir sheet with the so-called “1940” gum, we have never seen a set of the National Parks; each is accompanied by a 2011 PSAG certificate. (photo - page 68)

Est. 400-500

#756-65 var., 1c-10c National Parks imperforate, with 1940 Post Office gum, amazingly, we have another set of these rare imperforate gummed stamps, this being a pristine set of horizontal pairs, all with large margins, 1940 Post Office gum, n.h., extremely fine; each is accompanied by a 2011 PSAG certificate. (photo - page 86)

Est. 1,000-1,500

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#803-34, ½c-$5.00 Presidentials cplt., each in a complete sheet of 100, bright and fresh throughout, o.g., n.h., the dollar values with some small gum wrinkles as usual, $2.00 with gum skips in the bottom row, fine-very fine; complete sets of sheets of the Presidential series are seldom encountered today. (photo)

14,822.00

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#832 var., $1.00 Purple and black, frame partially omitted, due to foldover, bottom left corner margin horizontal pair, the left stamp with about half the frame printed on the back from the foldover, also a speck of the left stamp is printed on the back, lightly cancelled, very fine; this is the most striking freak we have ever seen on the Presidential series; 2008 PSE certificate. (photo)

Est. 750-1,000

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#832a, $1.00 Purple and black, vertical pair, imperforate horizontally, a visually striking mint bottom left corner sheet-margin pair of this rare error, outstanding centering, particularly fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; probably the finest quality example of the 50 error pairs that were produced; 1995 PF certificate and a 2007 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; not priced in SMQ). (photo)

1,500.00

#842, 1057, 1058, 3c Deep violet Presidential, 2c Deep Violet Liberty and 4c Red violet Liberty, coil paste-up pair, hoard of line strips of four, all pasted up with Post Office tape, 23 strips each of #842 and 1057, 25 of #1058, o g., n.h. except where taped, a few minor faults but generally fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

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#905 var., 3c Violet, vertical pair with full horizontal gutter, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., very fine; a seldom offered and undervalued gutter pair; 2008 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

175.00

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#1035d, 3c Deep violet, horizontal pair, imperforate between, brilliant color, o.g., l.h., very fine; a very rare error, with only five to ten pairs in existence according to Datz; 1972 APS certificate. (photo)

Est. 1,000-1,500

#1057 var., 3c Deep violet, Bureau paste-up, strip of four with the Bureau paste-up joining the two pairs, the two pairs being place upside down creating a tete-beche paste up pair, o.g., fine; a most unusual and quite possibly unique form of the paste up pair; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

Est. 200-300

#1381a, 6c Baseball, black (engraving) omitted, bright and fresh, a very fine example of this popular error; 1996 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

800.00

#1432b, 8c American Revolution, gray omitted, the error stamp being the top stamp in a vertical strip of three, top stamp with additional portion of the black omitted, middle stamp has a portion of the gray color omitted at top right, while the bottom stamp is normal, o.g., n.h., very fine; an especially striking example of this very scarce error; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

750.00+

#1483c, 8c Bicentennial se-tenant block of four, lithographed black omitted, right margin block with imprint in selvage, o g., n.h., very fine; only 32 blocks are believed to exist; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

1,000.00

#1488a, 8c Copernicus, orange omitted, well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine; 2006 PSE certificate. (photo - page 86)

775.00

#1547a, 10c Energy Conservation, blue and orange omitted, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., very fine; 2009 PSE certificate. (photo - page 86)

750.00

#1547c, 10c Energy Conservation, green omitted, bottom margin single, exceptionally well centered, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

700.00

#1610, $1.00 Candleholder, specialized group in a stockbook, includes two color omitted errors (#1610a, 1610b; both with APS certificates), plus several color shifts, some quite dramatic, a few strong offsets, also 50 plate blocks and a complete sheet, plus a couple pre-cancels and covers, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

#1844b, 1c Dorothea Dix, vertical pair, imperforate between and at bottom, fresh, o.g. which is just slightly disturbed as it is on all examples of this very rare error (though certificate states “never hinged”), very fine; only four to six pairs exist; clear 1994 PF certificate. (photo - page 86)

1,900.00

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#1891, 18c Flag and Anthem the rare plate no. 6 in a strip of five, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a choice example of the most sought-after plate number coil strip; 1996 APS certificate. (photo - page 86)

2,500.00

#2870, 29c Recalled Legends of the West miniature sheet, lot of fifteen sheets, all in the original Post Office envelopes, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

4,125.00

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#BK11, 25c Booklet of two panes of #301c, panes are well centered, o.g., n.h., light soiling affects the covers and the edges of the panes, fine and rare. (photo - page 84)

3,000.00

#BK14, 25c Booklet of two panes of #319p, quite fresh, o g., n.h., trivial rust spot near the staple, fine-very fine. (photo - page 84)

850.00

#BK15, 49c Booklet of four panes of #319g, with buff cover, panes are generally well centered and fresh, o g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 84)

1,150.00

#BK17, 97c Booklet of eight panes of #319g, fully intact, o.g., n.h., cover with light pencil notation, first pane has one stamp with a repaired corner, fine; a highly collectable example of this rarely offered booklet. (photo - page 84)

2,750.00

#BK18, 25c Booklet of four panes of #331a, panes with deep color, o.g., n.h., cover with a few slight abrasions, fine-very fine and quite scarce. (photo - page 84)

1,800.00

#BK33, 97c Booklet of twelve panes of #405b, an exceptionally fresh and choice example of this elusive booklet, panes with fine-very fine centering and deep color, o g., n.h., crisp covers, very fine. (photo - page 84)

1,850.00

#BK36, 49c Booklet of four panes of #406a, panes are well centered, o.g., n.h., vertical crease in the front cover, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 84)

1,500.00

#BK46, 97c Booklet of eight panes of #425e, panes with vibrant color, o g., n.h., covers with usual creasing, back cover with small pencil note, fine. (photo - page 84)

1,250.00

#BK49, 73c Combination booklet of four panes each #462a, 463a, panes are fresh with fine centering, front cover with small crease near the staple from opening, light pencil notation, fine. (photo - page 84)

900.00

#BK58, 25c Booklet of two panes of #499e, exceedingly fresh, with bright yellow covers, panes with fine-very fine centering, o g., n.h., extremely fine. (photo - page 84)

250.00

#BK61, 97c Booklet of eight panes of #499e, panes with especially bright color, o.g., n.h., cover with minor crease, fine-very fine. (photo - page 84)

1,250.00

#BK62, 37c Booklet of two panes, of #501b, each pane being from position J (guide line at bottom), nicely centered, o g., n.h., covers with very mild creases from opening, fine-very fine; ex-Floyd. (photo - page 84)

500.00

#BK71, 97c Booklet of eight panes of #554c, o.g., n.h., cover with trivial creasing, finevery fine; a most elusive booklet. (photo - page 84)

1,500.00

#BK71, 97c Booklet of eight panes of #554c, panes with deep color, o.g., n.h., a few cover faults including an ms. ink mark on the front cover, fine. (photo - page 84)

1,500.00

#BK83, 1927 97c Booklet of eight panes of #634d, o.g., n.h., crisp and intact, finevery fine. (photo - page 84)

900.00

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#BK101 var., 73c Booklet of four panes of 3c Deep violet with 3mm spacing (#807a), all panes show portions of the plate number at bottom left, the top pane being plate no. 21998, appropriately centered to show the plate numbers, o.g., n.h., pristine covers with bright colors, very fine. (photo - page 84)

750.00+

#BKC13, $2.00 Booklet of five panes of #C46b, pink cover with slogan 2, uncommonly fresh and crisp, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 84)

350.00

#BKC17, 80c Black on pink booklet of two panes of #C64c, brilliantly fresh, crisp booklet covers without any bends, o.g., n.h., a very fine example of this rare complete booklet; 2000 PF certificate. (photo - page 84)

700.00

#S7a, 25c Dark blue and carmine, booklet pane of 10, unexploded booklet of two panes, there is some very minor cover foxing around the staple, otherwise fresh and very fine; cataloged as two panes. (photo - page 84)

600.00+

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#BK43/109, Booklet balance of several dozen different, with catalog values to $300.00 (#BK43, 53, C12), includes air post from the period including #BKC1, also Insurance Stamp booklets including the first one, three savings stamps booklets and even a telegraph stamp booklet, this group is relatively fresh, some minor cover creases as usual, but overall nice and saleable and generally fine-very fine; this group has a catalog value of about $3,250.00, but in addition there are two items which are not counted in the catalog value, these being the rare #BK17 unexploded with four complete panes and four partial panes, and #BK24 complete and unexploded but faulty.

Est. 750-1,000

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#C1, 6c Orange, brilliantly fresh mint single, with gorgeous color on pristine white paper, exceptionally well centered within large margins, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2006 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $350.00). (photo - page 86)

145.00

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#C2, 16c Green, exceptionally well centered within large margins, fresh color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $400.00). (photo - page 86)

145.00

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#C2, 16c Green, top margin arrow and plate no. 8900 block of six, bright color, o.g., barest trace of hinging (if any), fine-very fine. (photo - page 70)

1,000.00

★★PB #C3, 24c Carmine rose and blue, top margin arrow, two TOP and plate nos. 8493, 8492 block of twelve, strong colors, o.g., n.h. but with several gum skips, fine-very fine. (photo - page 98)

2,100.00

#C5, 16c Dark blue, stunning mint single, boasting huge margins all around and being remarkably well centered within them, plus its color is deeply rich while its impression is razor-sharp on immaculate white paper, o g., n.h., trivial natural gum bend, extremely fine gem. (photo - page 86)

160.00

#C5, 16c Dark blue, exceedingly well centered and margined, deep rich color on fresh white paper, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 2005 PF certificate and a 2006 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95; SMQ $450.00). (photo - page 86)

160.00

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#C6, 24c Carmine, gorgeous mint single, possessing deep radiant color and a deeply etched impression, plus it is incredibly well centered within uncharacteristically large margins, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a superb stamp for the collector assembling a true gem collection of airmails; 2006 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $1,300.00). (photo)

170.00

#C6, 24c Carmine, uncommonly well centered within large balanced margins, bright color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2008 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $450.00). (photo - page 86)

170.00

★★PB #C7-9, 10c-20c Maps cplt., select set of full top margin plate no. blocks of six, each with outstanding centering throughout, post office fresh and intact, o.g., 10c with trivial natural gum skips, n.h., the 20c with slightly trimmed perfs. at bottom left, otherwise extremely fine and choice. (photo - page 98)

202.00

#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., a lovely and well matched set, each stamps being wonderfully well centered and margined, bright fresh colors, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; each accompanied by a 2008 PSE certificate grading XF-Superb 95 (total SMQ $4,125.00). (photo - page 90)

2,325.00

#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., highly select mint set, each stamp is exceedingly well centered and margined, fresh colors, pristine o.g., n.h., an extremely fine and wonderfully choice set; $1.30 with 1989 APS certificate and $2.60 with a 1990 PF certificate. (photo - page 90)

2,325.00

★★/★ #C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., nicely centered, o.g., first two n.h., $2.60 with just a faint trace of hinging, 65c with natural gum crease, very fine; each accompanied by a clear 2002 PF certificate. (photo - page 90)

1,775.00

#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., strong colors, o g., first two with small h.r., fine-very fine; each accompanied by a 1997 PF certificate. (photo - page 90)

1,270.00

#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., o.g., lightly hinged, $2.60 with mild gum bend, fine-very fine. (photo - page 90)

1,270.00

★★PB #C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt. in plate blocks of six, the 65c being a top and the other two are bottom positions, nicely centered and with fresh colors, o.g., n.h. but with natural gum skips as is often the case, $2.60 with a few rejoined perfs. at bottom, very fine; overall a handsome set of plate blocks of this always popular set. (photo - page 88)

21,400.00

#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., handsome and well matched used set, each is especially well centered within large margins, strong rich colors throughout, extremely fine; each is accompanied by a 2006 or 2007 PF certificate, the latter two grading XF 90 (SSV for just those two is $1,600.00). (photo - page 90)

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#C13-15, 65c-$2.60 Graf Zeppelins cplt., well centered singles of each, tied by “Washington, D.C./Apr 19, 1930” first day of issue slogan postmarks to matched set of flown covers, or in the case of the 65c a card, to Hermosa Beach, Cal., appropriate violet U.S and red German flight cachets, first two with Friedrichshaffen arrival postmarks and each with green New York or Lakehurst backstamps, fresh and extremely fine; a choice matched set of first day covers; each accompanied by 2008 PF certificate. (photo - page 112)

3,500.00

#C13, 65c Graf Zeppelin, top margin plate no. 20078 block of six, strong color, nicely centered, o.g., l.h., a few reinforced perfs. in the top selvage, very fine. (photo - page 98)

2,000.00

#C14, $1.30 Graf Zeppelin, an exceedingly choice used example, not only being wonderfully well centered and margins, but also featuring outstanding freshness and an unusually light cancel, extremely fine; 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $925.00). (photo - page 90)

375.00

★★PB #C14, $1.30 Graf Zeppelin, bottom margin plate no. 20087 block of six, rich color, o.g., n.h., minor gum bend and some small skips, repaired staple hole in the bottom selvage, fine-very fine appearance. (photo - page 98)

7,500.00

#C15, $2.60 Graf Zeppelin, nicely centered within large margins, strong rich color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $1,500.00). (photo - page 90)

1,150.00

#C15, $2.60 Graf Zeppelin, strong rich color on fresh paper, o.g., h.r., very fine. (photo - page 90)

600.00

★★PB #C15, $2.60 Graf Zeppelin, bottom margin plate no. 20090 block of six, strong rich color, well centered, o g., n.h., very mild gum toning on top stamps, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 98)

11,000.00

#C13, 14, 18, 65c, $1.30 and 50c Chicago Zeppelins, lot consisting of two mint 65c, three $1.30 (one mint, one used and one on flown card) and three mint #C18 (n.h.), a few small faults, fine-very fine appearance.

1,955.00

#C23a, 6c Dark blue and carmine, imperforate horizontally, select left sheet-margin vertical pair, well centered and fresh, o g., n.h., choice very fine; 2008 PSE certificate. (photo - page 94)

325.00

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#CL1a, 5c Deep blue “Buffalo Balloon”, tete-beche pair, an extremely rare unused example of this pair, without gum as is often the case with these stamps, extraordinarily well margined, with huge balanced margins all around, there are just a couple of trivial facial rubs and light wrinkling between the pair in the margin only, these small flaws are quite trivial considering not only the extreme rarity of the pair, but the majority of the few other surviving tete-beche pairs have faults much more severe than the pair offered here, extremely fine appearance; of particular interest is the wide variance of color between each stamp in the pair, with one having a light “milky” blue shade, while the other is a deep blue shade.

These fascinating “Buffalo Balloon” stamps were intended for use on a balloon flight from Nashville to Gallatin, Tennessee, which took place on June 18, 1877. It is believed that only 300 stamps were printed, of which only 23 were used. We believe that only twelve to fifteen tete-beche pairs still exist today, of which most have been certified by the Philatelic Foundation. Nearly all existing examples have small faults and/or are without gum, suggesting that the original sheets may have been stacked and exposed to moisture prior to their sale; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

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#E1, 10c Blue, particularly well centered within large margins, rich bright color, lightly cancelled, extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $335.00). (photo page 94)

80.00

#E5, 10c Blue, bottom margin partial imprint single, nicely centered, lovely rich color, o.g., n.h., choice very fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 94)

475.00

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#E6, 10c Ultramarine, a truly superb mint example of the most difficult special delivery stamp to find in premium quality, as this gem possesses impeccable centering within extravagantly large margins, rich luxuriant color and a razor-sharp impression, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine; very few #E6’s are found this well centered and margined; 2006 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $4,750.00) and a 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $4,950.00). (photo)

525.00

#E6, 10c Ultramarine, unusually well centered and margined, deep rich color and a sharp impression, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2011 PSE certificate (XF 90 OGph; SMQ $375.00). (photo - page 94)

230.00

#E6, 10c Ultramarine, unusually well centered and margined, strong rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2007 PF certificate (XF 90; SSV $350.00). (photo - page 94)

230.00

#E9, 10c Ultramarine, a remarkably fresh mint single, with beautiful vibrant color on immaculate white paper, exceedingly well centered within especially large margins, unblemished o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1986 PF certificate for a block of four, this being the top right stamp, as well as a 1989 APS certificate for the single. (photo - page 94)

425.00

#E9, 10c Ultramarine, exceedingly well centered within lavishly large margins, brilliantly rich color on pristine white paper, o.g., barest trace of hinging (if at all), extremely fine; 1998 PF certificate (“never hinged”) and a 2010 PF certificate “previously hinged” (XF 90 XQ; SSV $240.00 for 90 and $375.00 for 95). (photo - page 94)

190.00

#E15c, 10c Gray violet, horizontal pair, imperforate between, left sheet-margin pair, centered slightly to the bottom as is every known example of this error, but with its perfect side to side centering, this may qualify as the finest centered copy known, deeply rich color, pristine o g., n.h., extremely fine for this; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 94)

525.00

#E23, 60c Violet blue and carmine, an essentially perfect bottom right corner plate no.

32986 single, mathematically precise centering, brilliantly fresh, o.g., n.h., superb; 2008 PSE certificate (Gem 100; SMQ $450.00); one of only three stamps to achieve this lofty grade, the highest in the PSE population report. (photo - page 94)

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#J6, 30c Brown, remarkably well centered within large margins, strong rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine and choice; actually a difficult stamp to find in this select quality; 2002 PF certificate and a 2006 PF certificate (XF-Superb 95; SSV $800.00); the PSE has not graded one this high. (photo - page 94)

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#J11, 5c Deep brown special printing, an absolutely gorgeous unused example of this notoriously difficult rarity, being fabulously well centered and far better than the vast majority of the small population of only 249 stamps that were issued, large balanced margins surrounded by full even perforations, fresh rich color and a razor-sharp impression, extremely fine; 1946, 1988 and 2009 PF certificates; ex-Cole (photo)

15,000.00

#J20, 30c Red brown, exceptionally well centered within wide margins, bright rich color, o g., never hinged, extremely fine; 2005 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85; SMQ $700.00). (photo - page 94)

550.00

#J20, 30c Red brown, pristine mint single, with brilliantly fresh color and a crisp impression, uncharacteristically well centered, unblemished o.g., n.h., choice very fine; 1989 APS certificate. (photo - page 94)

550.00

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#J22, 1c Bright claret, brilliant color on pristine white paper, excellent centering, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2006 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $185.00). (photo - page 94)

95.00

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#J25, 5c Bright claret, jumbo mint single, with exceedingly wide margins, strong rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate. (photo - page 94)

110.00

#J28, 50c Bright claret, nicely centered and margined, deep intense color and a sharp impression, o.g., never hinged, very fine; 2003 PSE certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (VF 80; SMQ $1,200.00). (photo - page 94)

2,000.00

#J30, 2c Vermilion, a fabulous mint example of this exceedingly difficult and rare postage due, possessing outstanding physical qualities that are almost never encountered, including being incredibly well centered amid immense margins for this, gorgeous intense color as well, with prooflike impression on bright paper, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; without question this is the finest centered and margined #J30 we have ever offered; 2009 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $3,000.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to any #J30 and is the sole copy to be so graded. (photo)

850.00

#J33 var., 3c Lake, excellent centering within large margins, outstanding color in the beautiful and desirable Lake shade, razor-sharp impression as well, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2004 PF certificate. (photo - page 94)

675.00

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#J39 footnote, 2c Deep claret, surcharged “Due 1 cent” vertically on bisect, the left vertical half used on cover to Waucoma, Iowa franked with 1c Blue (#247) tied by “Chicago, Ill/Oct 11, 1895” waving flag machine cancel, forwarded to Jefferson, Iowa with violet straightline “POSTAGE DUE” handstamp and ms. “1c” and with provisional bisect tied across the cut by “Jefferson, Iowa/Oct 13, 1895” arrival datestamp and grid cancel, Jefferson and Waucoma backstamps, cover with harmless vertical file fold, very fine; signed Stanley Gibbons (N.Y.) and accompanied by 2004 PF certificate.

According to the footnote in the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers after the listing for #J39: “In October, 1895, the Postmaster at Jefferson, Iowa, surcharged a few 2 cent stamps with the words “Due 1 cent” in black on each side, subsequently dividing the stamps vertically and using each half as a 1 cent stamp. Twenty of these were used.” The cover offered here is one of the few surviving examples where the surcharged bisect is tied across the cut by the Jefferson datestamp and is regarded as the finest example of this provisional bisect rarity. (photo)

Est. 4,000-5,000

#J41, 5c Deep claret, a highly desirable mint single, remarkably well centered within large margins, gorgeous bright color on pristine white paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; 1988 and 2001 PF certificates, as well as a 2007 PSE certificate - sheet selvage subsequently removed (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $900.00). (photo - page 94)

300.00

#J44, 50c Deep claret, top margin partial imprint single, strong fresh color, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; photocopy of a 2010 PF certificate for the strip of three from which this came. (photo - page 94)

450.00

#J55a, 5c Carmine rose, particularly well centered within large margins, radiant rich color in the Carmine rose shade, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 2003 and 2009 PF certificates. (photo - page 94)

150.00

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#J57, 30c Carmine lake, bottom sheet-margin single, excellent centering within extraordinarily large margins, intense color and impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1993 PF certificate and a 2010 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,400.00 for 95 and $2,700.00 for 98); only one stamp grades higher. (photo)

600.00

#J57, 30c Carmine lake, deeply rich color and a well incised impression, especially wide margins, o g., n.h., very fine; 1995 PF and 2008 PSE certificates. (photo - page 94)

600.00

#J58, 50c Carmine lake, an impressive used example that is extraordinarily well centered within generous margins, luxuriant rich color and prooflike impression on crisp clean paper, neat Milwaukee double oval postmark, trivial corner crease, otherwise extremely fine; clear 1992 PF certificate and a 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 94)

1,500.00

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#J60, 2c Rose, a superb mint example of this scarce and terribly difficult postage due, being flawlessly centered within incredibly large margins, brilliantly fresh, with lovely vivid color and impression, immaculate o.g., n.h., extremely fine; an incomparable gem for the perfectionist; 1999 PF certificate and a 2007 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95 Jumbo; SMQ $1,650.00 for 95 and $3,300.00 for 98); this is the only example to grade 95J, with just one grading slightly higher (98) ex-Zoellner, Floyd. (photo)

850.00

#J60, 2c Rose, bright pastel color, o.g., n.h., nearly very fine; 2003 PF and 2008 PSE certificates. (photo - page 94)

850.00

#J66a, 30c Deep claret, bottom margin plate no. 5526 single, well centered within especially wide margins, deep color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1996 PF certificate for the plate block from which this came, as well as a 2005 PSE certificate for the single (VF-XF 85; SMQ $270.00). (photo - page 94)

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#K4, 8c on 4c Brown, remarkably well centered within lavishly large margins, wonderfully rich color and a sharp detailed impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2007 PSE certificate (Superb 98 Jumbo; SMQ $260.00 for 98); the highest grade the PSE has assigned this stamp. (photo - page 94)

60.00

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#K5, 10c on 5c Blue, an marvelously choice mint example that is extraordinarily well centered within large margins, intense prooflike color and impression on pristine white paper, unblemished o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem for the most fastidious collector; 2006 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $3,000.00); only one stamp grades slightly higher (98J). (photo)

170.00

★★PB #K13, 40c on 20c Deep ultramarine, right margin plate no. 6935 block of six, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 98)

2,250.00

#K14, 60c on 30c Orange red, excellent centering within large margins, dazzling bright color and a vivid impression on pristine white paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1990 APS certificate. (photo - page 94)

280.00

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#K16a, $2.00 on $1.00 Violet brown, double surcharge, a phenomenal mint example of this popular error rarity, featuring outstanding centering amid uncharacteristically wide margins, plus its color and impression could not be more prooflike, the doubling of the surcharge is strong and distinct, substantially spaced from one another as opposed to some existing copies whose two surcharges almost fall on top of one another, full o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; only one sheet of the double surcharge was ever found, with this being among the very finest quality examples from the unique sheet; 2004 PF certificate and a 2005 PSE certificate (XF 90 OGph; unlisted in SMQ); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to this error and the only copy to reach the XF 90 mark (next highest is VF 80). (photo)

10,500.00

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#K17, 2c on 1c Green, an outstanding mint example, featuring virtually perfect centering amid uncommonly large margins, brilliantly rich color and a well defined impression on fresh bright paper, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; actually a very rare stamp in this stellar quality; 2006 PSE certificate (Superb 98; SMQ $3,500.00); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to a never hinged #K17. (photo)

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#PR1P2a-3P2a, 5c-25c First Issue Newspapers, “Panama-Pacific” small die proofs cplt., each with full margins all around, brilliant colors without any toning whatsoever, very fine and handsome.

It is generally assumed that 3-5 examples of all the “Panama-Pacific” small die proofs were made. In the case of the First Issue Newspaper series, however, we believe there are only two sets currently in existence. The other set is cut irregularly, making this set the finer of the two. All of the recent newspaper collections offered at auction, such as Warm-Griffiths, Braceland and Kotanchik (which all had comprehensive proofs and essays) did not have a set.

A beautiful and incredibly rare set of newspaper proofs. Each is accompanied by a 2007 PF certificate. (photo)

10,500.00

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#PR1TC1, 5c Dark orange large die trial color proof on thin hard paper, 142x66mm, large margins, wonderfully rich color, extremely fine; another unique large die trial color proof; 2006 PF certificate; ex-Earl of Crawford, Kotanchik. (photo)

2,000.00

#PR1TC1, 5c Green large die trial color proof on thin hard paper, 143x66mm, large margin, incredibly bright and fresh, extremely fine; 2006 PF certificate; ex-Earl of Crawford, Kotanchik. (photo)

2,000.00

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#PR1TC1, 5c Deep reddish brown large die trial color proof on thin hard paper, 153x75mm, with huge margins all around, exceedingly fresh, trivial faint mounting stain in the top left corner (not mentioned on the certificate), extremely fine; a gorgeous and unique trial color proof; this and the above two lots are the only three unique large die trial color proofs of PR1 that Scott lists; 2006 PF certificate; ex-Earl of Crawford, Kotanchik. (photo)

2,000.00

#PR1, 5c Dark blue, without gum as issued, a superb mint example that is the finest quality #PR1 we have seen, as it features lavishly large and remarkably well balanced margins all around, extraordinarily bright and fresh as well, full perforations, extremely fine; an exceedingly rare stamp in this gem quality; 2008 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,800.00); this represents the highest grade the PSE has given this stamp and the only copy to be so graded. (photo)

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#PR2, 10c Blue green, without gum as issued, a particularly handsome top sheet-margin single, with unusually large margins all around and being exceptionally well centered within them, strong bright color, extremely fine and uncommonly choice; 2010 PSE certificate. (photo - page 108)

300.00

#PR2b, 10c Blue green on pelure paper, without gum as issued, natural straight edge at bottom, well centered, strong color, choice very fine; a most elusive variety; 2008 PSE certificate. (photo - page 108)

350.00

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#PR3TC1, 25c Carmine large die trial color proof on thin hard paper, 149x62mm, large margins, brilliantly fresh, extremely fine; an absolutely unique trial color proof that Scott does not list, thought they list similar unique 5c values at $2,000.00 each; 2006 PF certificate; ex-Earl of Crawford, Kotanchik. (photo)

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#PR3, 25c Orange red, without gum as issued, a most impressive mint example, not only being extraordinarily well centered within large margins, but also featuring radiant color, extremely fine; an eye-catching gem; 2004 PSE certificate. (photo - page 108)

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#PR3a, 25c Carmine red, without gum as issued, a beautiful mint example, with especially vibrant color and a vivid impression, exceedingly well centered within extra-large margins, extremely fine gem; a much rarer stamp than its modest catalog value would indicate; 2005 PF certificate. (photo)

350.00

#PR8, 5c Dark blue on soft porous paper, without gum as issued, marvelously well centered within unusually large margins, strong color and impression, extremely fine; a very scarce stamp, particularly in this choice condition; 2006 PF certificate and a 2008 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $810.00 - too low in our opinion); this is the highest grade the PSE has assigned to a #PR8, being one of only two examples to be so graded. (photo)

750.00

#PR28, $12.00 Blue green, scarce mint single, with deep intense color and impression, large part o.g., h.r., fine; ex-Clifford Cole. (photo - page 108)

4,500.00

#PR30, $36.00 Brown rose, fresh color, full o.g. that is just slightly disturbed from a hinge removal, nearly very fine; a rare stamp with full original gum; ex-Clifford Cole. (photo - page 108)

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#PR43, 48c Pale rose special printing, without gum as issued, an especially fresh example of this rarely offered special printing, bright vibrant color and crisp impression on immaculate paper, nearly very fine; a mere 268 were issued; 1996 PSE certificate. (photo)

4,000.00

#PR79, $60.00 Purple, pristine mint single, with eye-arresting intense color and a deeply incised impression on brilliantly white paper, o.g., never hinged, very fine; never hinged examples are rarely offered and not priced in Scott; 1990 APS certificate. (photo - page 108)

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★★PB #PR102, 1c Black, full bottom arrow, imprint and plate no. 90 block of six, well centered, fresh color, o.g., n.h., one stamp with trivial gum crease, a few perf. separations, very fine; 2011 PF certificate; Scott does not price plate blocks, cataloged simply as six singles. (photo - page 98)

3,000.00+

★★/★PB #PR103, 2c Black, full top margin arrow, imprint and plate no. 100 block of six, top row is especially well centered, fresh color, o.g., five stamps n.h., top left stamp faintly hinged, a few reinforced perforations and trivial selvage tear, very fine; 2011 PF certificate; Scott does not price plate blocks, cataloged simply as six singles. (photo - page 98)

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#PR107, 50c Carmine, a marvelously choice bottom margin partial imprint single, exceptionally well centered within large margins, glorious rich color and an excellent clarity of impression, flawless o g., never hinged, extremely fine; a rare and under appreciated stamp, this being only the second copy of #PR107 we have ever offered in our auctions, as even collections with quite comprehensive newspaper stamps, such as Weisman and Floyd, were missing this stamp, we are confident in saying that this never hinged gem is among the very finest examples available; 2010 PF certificate. (photo)

5,750.00

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#PR111, $20.00 Slate, a very rare used example, in fact this is the first used copy of #PR111 we have ever offered in our auctions, deeply rich color and a razor-sharp impression, light handstamp cancel, trivial inclusion speck barely visible on the face, very fine; clear 1993 PSE certificate and a 2009 PF certificate. (photo)

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#Q7, 15c Parcel Post, gorgeous mint single, with dazzling bright color and a particularly vivid impression, plus it is exceedingly well centered within lavishly large margins, o.g., n.h., extremely fine gem; 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $350.00 for 90 and $750.00 for 95). (photo - page 108)

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#Q8, 20c Parcel Post, an extraordinarily choice top margin imprint single, remarkably well centered amid uncharacteristically large margins, glorious bright color and a vivid impression, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2005 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $1,500.00). (photo)

350.00

#Q8, 20c Parcel Post, gorgeous mint single, featuring strikingly vibrant color and a vivid impression on crisp white paper, beautifully centered within exceptionally large margins, o.g., n.h., an extremely fine gem; 2010 PSE certificate for a block of four (the block is graded XF 90). (photo - page 108)

350.00

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471

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471

#Q10, 50c Parcel Post, exceptionally well centered within large margins, strong vibrant color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine and uncommonly choice; 2008 PSE certificate (XFSuperb 95; SMQ $2,400.00). (photo)

700.00

#Q10, 50c Parcel Post, outstanding centering within wonderfully balanced margins, brilliantly rich color, unblemished o g., n.h., extremely fine; an exceptionally choice example; 1999 and 2010 PF certificates. (photo)

700.00

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#Q11, 75c Parcel Post, very well centered within particularly large margins, strong color and impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1989 PSE certificate for the block of four from which this came, as well as a 2008 PF certificate for the single (XF 90; SSV $550.00). (photo - page 108)

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250.00

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#Q12, $1.00 Parcel Post, uncharacteristically large and marvelously well balanced margins all around, gorgeous radiant color and a vivid impression, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; a true gem example of this high value; 2006 PSE certificate (XF-Superb 95; SMQ $3,000.00). (photo)

800.00

#Q12, $1.00 Parcel Post, a most impressive mint example, excellent centering amid extraordinarily large margins, gorgeous radiant color, pristine o g., n.h., extremely fine; a particularly large-margined gem; 2004 PSE certificate - sheet selvage subsequently removed (XF 90 Jumbo; SMQ $1,350.00 for 90 and $3,000.00 for 95). (photo)

800.00

#Q12, $1.00 Parcel Post, exceedingly well centered within wide margins, brilliant color, o.g., n.h., tiny natural gum inclusion, extremely fine; clear 1990 PF certificate. (photo page 108)

800.00

#JQ2, 2c Dark green parcel postage due, bottom margin plate no. 6243 single, exceedingly well centered within much larger margins than usually found on this series, rich color, o g., n.h., extremely fine; 1990 PF certificate and a 2009 PSE certificate (XF 90; SMQ $400.00). (photo - page 108)

190.00

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#JQ4, 10c Parcel Post Postage Due, a stunning mint single in a quality that is almost never encountered, being extraordinarily well centered within huge margins, the size of which is virtually unheard of on this notoriously narrowly spaced stamp, brilliantly fresh color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; one of the largest margined #JQ4’s we have ever seen; 1986 and 1993 PF certificates. (photo)

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8,230.00

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#6LB5b, U.S. City Despatch Post, New York, N.Y., 3c Black on blue glazed, large to huge margins all around, cancelled by red “U.S.” in frame on locally addressed folded cover, matching “U.S. City Despatch Post/Mar 25, 9 O’Clock” datestamp, addressed to William Henry Aspinwall who was the founder of the Pacific Mail Steamship Company and co-founder of the Panama Railroad Company, fresh and very fine. (photo - page 112)

750.00

#12L2, Bicycle Mail Route, California, 25c Green, corrected die, nicely centered and margined single with a light horizontal crease at bottom, tied by violet two parallel bars cancel, used in conjunction with 2c Carmine (#220) tied by duplex postmark, entered the mails with bold “Fresno, Cal./Jul 12, 1894” datestamp, large violet “Victor Bicycle Messenger Service./Fresno and San Francisco/Fresno, Cal./Jul 12, 1894” bicycle illustrated handstamp on reverse, fresh and extremely fine appearance; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 112)

2,000.00

#18L2, Bouton’s City Dispatch Post, 2c Black on gray blue, handsome used single, with four large margins, fine impression, bright red cancel, extremely fine; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 108)

250.00

#29L1, Browne & Co.’s City Post Office, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1c Black, large margins to touching at upper left, tied by strong strike of “City Post” in circle to 1852 folded letter, entered the mails to Columbus, Ohio with 1851 3c Dull red (#11, file and pre-affixing creases), tied by bold blue “Cincinnati O./Jun 4” datestamp, cover with top back flap missing which is not noted on the certificate, a fine and scarce conjunctive usage; 1997 APS certificate. (photo - page 112)

2,750.00

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#69L4, Frazer & Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, 2c Black on yellow, ample to large margins all around, discrete ms. stroke cancel on 1847 folded letter, entered the mails to Litchfield, Ct. with somewhat smudged red “Cincinnati, O/Mar 1” datestamp tying the Frazer stamp and manuscript “10” rate, very fine; an extremely rare on cover usage of the Frazer 2c Black on yellow made even more desirable by being one of only a couple examples that are tied by a handstamped postmark; 1993 PF certificate.

There are only seven recorded examples of the 2c Black on yellow Frazer & Co. local. 1) An original gum single ex-Caspary. 2) A used single with pen and red Cincinnati c.d.s. exHall. 3) An uncancelled stamp on 30 December, 1848 cover ex-Schenck, Richardson and Golden, but believed not to have originated on the cover. 4) Pen cancelled and affixed to cover upon which it did not originate, ex-Caspary. 5) A 3 November 1848 to the mails usage with 10c 1847 to New York, ex-Matthies and Meyersburg. 6) An undated Valentine cover to George Burgess, ex.-Kuphal, and 7) The cover offered here.

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Hiram Frazer was a government appointed letter carrier from 3 February, 1848 until 5 June, 5, 1849. (photo)

Est. 5,000-7,500

#136L9, Swarts City Despatch Post, New York, N.Y., (1c) Red, with large even margins all around and fresh color, tied along with #11, 3c Dull red, four ample to large margins, by oval grid on cover to Marlboro, Mass., #11 also tied by a bold “NewYork/Feb 11” datestamp, local stamp with a vertical crease ending in a small tear, very fine appearance and a scarce conjunctive usage; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 112)

450.00

Mosher #AMEX-L321, Money Package by the American Express Co. from Cincinnati black on orange illustrated label, margins to touching at left, affixed on buff cover to Richmond, Indiana, manuscript $400.00 notation, large red wax seal on reverse, slightly reduced at right, very fine and rare; 1998 APS certificate stating “label appears to have been removed and put back in place” with which opinion we disagree. (photo - page 112)

Est. 200-300

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Cut square collection neatly mounted on homemade pages, includes both mint and used, from the first 1853 Nesbitt issue to 1903, includes many cataloging a few hundred dollars each, mixed condition but does contain some nice full size mint examples; the total catalog value is probably in the $20,000.00 range.

Est. 2,000-3,000

#U124/615a, UO18/69, Group of better items, includes ten cut squares with a total catalog value of $7,175.00, cataloging between $500.00 to $1,250.00 each, seven of which are officials, in addition there are three unpriced entire varieties, #U602b with all colors omitted (colorless embossing only), #615a and UC2 variety (UPSS AM10 var., watermark 33; PF certificate), also a cut square similar to #U486 but with favor surcharge (PF certificate), a couple of the cut square are a little small, but mostly very fine-extremely fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Postal stationery lot including postal cards with about 200 of the 1875 (presumably UX5) used, mostly Illinois town cancels, but also note some RPOs and colored cancels, used #UXC7, also some entire envelopes with freaks or errors, fine lot.

Est. 100-150

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491 492 493

#RW1, 1934 $1.00 Blue, beautifully centered and margined, rich color on fresh paper, o.g., l.h., extremely fine. (photo - page 108)

400.00

★★PB #RW10, 1943 $1.00 Deep rose, select top right corner margin plate no. 152827 block of six, beautifully centered, post office fresh and intact, o.g., n.h., extremely fine. (photo - page 98)

800.00

★★PB #RW17, 1950 $2.00 Violet, top left corner margin plate no. 161534 block of six, deep color, o.g., n.h. (usual light bends and skips), very fine. (photo - page 98)

575.00

★★PB #RW24, 1957 $2.00 Emerald, bottom left corner margin plate no. 166258 block of six, well centered, bright and fresh, o.g., n.h., choice very fine. (photo - page 116)

600.00

#RW72b, 2005 $15.00 Multicolored souvenir sheet of one, signed by the artist, pristine mint example of this scarce modern issue, well centered, o g., n.h., choice very fine. (photo - page 116)

2,000.00

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Hunting Permit Large Lots 494

495

496

★★/★ #RW1-56, Plate number single collection complete through 1989, early issues a mix of hinged and never hinged, plus three no gum, later issues generally never hinged, a few small flaws, mainly fine-very fine.

6,500.00

★★/★ #RW1-36, 1934-1969 Hunting Permit plate number single collection, with an extra #RW13,each is either a top or bottom margin copy with plate number, rich fresh colors throughout, o g., n.h. except #RW14 disturbed o g., RW21 hinged (and with a stain), RW23-24 hinged, some of the early issues with usual gum skips, a few are hinged in the selvage only, most are very fine, some are extremely fine; #RW1 accompanied by a 1988 PF certificate.

6,650.00

#RW1/38, Hunting Permit collection complete to 1971 neatly hinged on album pages, in addition there are some never hinged items on stockpages including an attractive corner margin single of #RW1, also #RW14 single with plate no. 47510 on the reverse of the selvage, plus some used and some on licenses, in addition there is some collateral items, such as about 30 official photographs of drawings from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service, mostly fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

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★★PB #RW19/45, Hunting Permit plate block lot consisting of 22 plate blocks of four from #RW26 to RW45, this group catalogs about $7,000.00, plus there are earlier blocks of four with plate numbers, these catalog about $2,000.00 as singles, in addition there are eighteen used including some on licenses, o g., n.h., there are some minor imperfections here and there (mainly light fingerprints on gum), generally fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

★★PB #RW37-75, 1970-2008 Hunting Permit plate block collection complete with an extra #RW72, bright and fresh, o g., n.h., mostly very fine.

4,495.00

#RW65A/77b, Modern Hunting Permit group, with one each of all the self-adhesive die cuts from #RW65A-74A, plus souvenir sheets #RW73b, 74b, 75b (six), 76b (two) and 77b, o g., n.h. or on original backing, very fine.

1,187.00

Hunting Permit lot of a few hundred items, with early mint stamps including #RW2, a good run of used stamps with duplication, a few on licenses including #RW2, some New Jersey Duck stamps, and more, mixed condition.

Est. 750-1,000

State Hunting Permit comprehensive collection in a Scott album, goes to the early 1990s, high degree of completion except there is no California, catalog values to $700.00 (Mississippi #10b), some plate blocks and sheetlets present, o g., appears to be all n.h., fine-very fine.

10,400.00

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#WV9, New York, N.Y., 10c Red, position 3 on the sheet of four, ample to large margins around, bright color, o.g., very fine; a rare stamp, with only about twenty copies recorded. (photo - page 108)

1,900.00

ENCASED POSTAGE 503

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#EP162, 5c Brown, John Shillito & Co. Cincinnati, stamp with unusually rich color, mica intact with just a few minor scratches, very fine; clear 1989 PF certificate. (photo page 108)

600.00

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#16X1, Charleston, S.C., 5c Blue, full frame lines on all four sides, fresh color, light c.d.s. cancel, small thin spot, otherwise very fine; ex-Clifford Cole. (photo - page 108)

850.00

#58X2 var., Mobile, Ala., 5c Blue, vertical plate scratch through “O” of “Post”, large margins at top and left, just touching at bottom and right, rich color, neat c.d.s. cancel, fine; a scarce variety that is listed but not priced in Scott; signed Dietz. (photo - page 108)

400.00+

#62X1, New Orleans, La., 2c Blue, three large margins, fourth at top close but the full frame line is present, strong color, c.d.s. cancel, very fine; ex-Clifford Cole. (photo - page 108)

550.00

#3, 2c Green, four large margins, fine impression, full original gum, choice very fine and quite handsome; 2010 PF certificate. (photo - page 108)

900.00

#6P5, 5c Light blue, plate proof on wove, block of four, full margin all around, fresh and very fine; each signed Robson Lowe in pencil, as well as a photocopy of a 1976 PF certificate for the sheet of 400 from which this came. (photo - page 118)

600.00+

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510

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#7, 5c Blue, Archer & Daly printing, complete pane of 100 with full selvage on all four sides, bright color, usual uneven o g., n.h., gum stain shows though on five stamps in the last column, some selvage faults, very fine appearance; accompanied by a reprint sheet of 70 in red. (photo - page 116)

2,250.00+

#14TC5, 1c Light yellow brown, trial color plate proof on wove, large margins, bright color (noted as orange on the certificate), very fine and scarce; pencil notation on back and accompanied by a photocopy of a 1976 PF certificate for the sheet of 200 from which this came. (photo - page 108)

800.00

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#1, 1 var., 2c Rose, 13mm and 15mm overprints, block of four, positions 3-4/13-14, the bottom stamps being the normal 13mm overprint, while the top stamps are the scarce 15mm overprint, in addition the bottom right stamp has a dropped third “A”, full clean o.g., minor h.r., fine; a scarce combination overprint block; 2010 PSAG certificate; cataloged as a normal block of #1. (photo - page 118)

3,000.00+

#2 var., 5c Blue, colon between right Panama and bar, variety being the bottom left stamp in a block of four, o.g., h.r., very fine; while Scott lists 156 examples of this variety as being possible, we believe it is far more rare than that; 1952 PF certificate; cataloged as four singles. (photo - page 118)

1,475.00+

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515

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#3a, 10c Yellow, inverted “Canal Zone” overprint, mint block of four, usual tropicalized o g. with glassine interleaving, fine; this is one of only two blocks of the Ten Cent Inverted Overprint; certainly one of the key error multiples of the first issue; 2010 PSAG certificate; cataloged simply as four singles. (photo)

3,100.00+

#14a, “8 cts” on 50c Bister brown, “ZONE” in antique type, block of four, with the bottom right stamps being the scarce variety (position 48 on the sheet), nicely centered, tropicalized o g., very fine. (photo - page 116)

1,247.00+

#22a, 1c Green and black, imperforate between, horizontal pair, well centered and with strong rich color, o.g., h.r., very fine; only 50 such errors were produced; 2010 PSAG certificate. (photo - page 108)

1,100.00

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#32a, 2c Vermilion and black, imperforate horizontally, block of four containing two error pairs, wonderfully fresh, excellent centering, o.g., light h.r.’s, very fine; of the approximately 30 examples of this error recorded, no more than three blocks remain intact. (photo)

2,000.00+

#33a, 5c Deep blue and black, “Canal Zone” double, mint block of four, striking color that is incredibly deep and intense, fresh clean o g., fine; very few blocks can exist as only a total of 200 of this error were printed. (photo - page 116)

1,500.00+

#39e, 2c Vermilion and black, Center Inverted and “Canal Zone” inverted reading down, probably from a booklet pane as there is a straight-edge at right, rich vibrant color, tropicalized o.g., fine. (photo - page 118)

650.00

#39e, 2c Vermilion and black, Center Inverted and “Canal Zone” inverted reading down, right margin block of four with control marker, brilliantly rich color, o.g., h.r., fine; blocks of this popular invert are rare. (photo - page 116)

2,600.00

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521

522

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#J1 var., 1c on 1c Deep claret, special printing for display at the Paris Exhibition, with “Special Surcharge” handstamp on back as usual, o.g., lightly hinged, fresh and fine; only one sheet of each was was made; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 118)

1,500.00

#J2 var., 2c on 2c Deep claret, special printing for display at the Paris Exhibition, with “Special Surcharge” handstamp on back as usual, o g., lightly hinged, fine; only one sheet of each was was made; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 118)

1,500.00

Cuba tax paid revenues with Specimen overprint, group of 29 different Alcoholic Beverage or Tobacco tax stamps with red “Specimen” and security punch, sixteen are in carmine and thirteen in green, without gum, very fine; from the American Bank Note Company Archives. (photo - page 118)

Est. 150-200

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525

526 527

528 529

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#15, 1c Black on grayish, Plate 4-A, Type VIII, Position 8, unused, full balanced margins, small thin, very fine appearance. (photo - page 118)

650.00

#16, 2c Black on grayish, Plate 3-E, Type II, Position 2, large margins all around except for a tiny nick in the top margin, especially strong impression, original gum (rare thus), h.r., thins and a light crease, extremely fine appearance. (photo - page 118)

1,000.00

#19, 1c Black, Plate 6-A, Type I, Position 1, an exceptionally fresh and choice unused example, with an incredibly sharp impression on bright white paper, large margins around, extremely fine; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 118)

550.00

#19, 1c Black, Plate 6-A, Type III, Position 3, unused, full even margins all around, fresh and very fine; 2009 PF certificate. (photo - page 118)

550.00

#19, 1c Black, Plate 6-A, Type VII, Position 7, unused, with raised “I” of “Inter”, ample to close margins, strong impression, trivial corner thin, otherwise very fine; the raised “I” is one of the most desirable and recognizable positions on the plate. (photo - page 118)

550.00

#20, 2c Black, Plate 5-C, Type IV, Position 4, the “broken toe” variety, ample margins on all four sides, fresh, small thin spot, very fine appearance. (photo - page 118)

775.00

#22, 5c Blue on bluish, Plate 12-A, Type X, Position 5, unused, full even margins all around, strong impression, faint stain in the center, otherwise very fine; 2004 PSE certificate (VF 80). (photo - page 118)

525.00

#24, 2c Black on laid paper, Plate 7-A, Type VIII, Position 8, a highly desirable unused example, with huge margins, wonderfully bright and fresh, extremely fine; 2007 PF certificate (XF 90). (photo - page 118)

325.00

#24, 2c Black on laid paper, Plate 7-A, Type VIII, Position 8, unused, four large margins, fresh and very fine; 2001 HPS certificate. (photo - page 118)

325.00

#26, 2c Dark blue, Plate 10-A, Type X, Position 2, unused, large to huge margins all around, a particularly sharp and crisp impression on bright white paper, trivial thin spot, otherwise extremely fine; 2009 PSE certificate. (photo - page 118)

350.00

#26, 2c Dark blue, Plate 10-A, Type II, Position 10, the ‘broken toe” variety, unused, full even margins all around, strong color and impression, choice very fine; 2004 PSE certificate (VF-XF 85). (photo - page 118)

350.00

#27, 2c Pale rose, unused, full margins all around, bright color, very fine. (photo - page 118)

325.00

#29, 2c Red on thin yellowish wove paper, a seldom seen complete mint sheet of fifteen, bright color on slightly toned paper as is usually the case, full original gum with several stamps n.h., a few trivial toned spots, very fine. (photo - page 116)

765.00+

#55, 1c Green with red Provisional Govt. overprint, complete sheet of 50 with selvages and imprints on all four sides, well centered and exceedingly fresh, o g., stamps all never hinged, h.r.’s in the top selvage only, very fine; full sheets are scarce, especially in this choice quality. (photo - page 118)

225.00+

#57f, 2c Dull violet with red Provisional Govt. overprint, double overprint, the second overprint being lighter but clearly identifiable, well centered, rich color, neatly cancelled with a light Honolulu duplex, very fine; 1981 PF certificate as the generic double overprint; ex-D’Assis, Pietsch and Twigg-Smith. (photo - page 118)

175.00

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#67, 10c Vermilion, with black Provisional Govt. overprint, bottom margin block of 25, with full imprint at bottom and partial imprints at sides, deep color, o g., n.h., a few trivial toned specks on gum only, fine-very fine. (photo - page 120)

1,250.00+

#71a, 18c Dull rose with black Provisional Govt. overprint, missing “9” in “1893”, an especially fresh mint example of this error, rich luxuriant color and a well incised impression, full o.g., trivial h.r., very fine. (photo - page 118)

500.00

#71a, 18c Dull rose with black Provisional Govt. overprint, missing “9” in 1893”, horizontal pair, the left stamp being the error (position 23 on the sheet), well centered, fresh color, purple town cancels, very fine; ex-Pietsch, Twigg-Smith. (photo - page 118)

535.00+

#71b, 18c Dull red with black Provisional Govt. overprint, no period after “Govt”, bright rich color, o.g., lightly hinged, fresh and fine. (photo - page 118)

300.00

#71d, 18c Dull rose with black Provisional Govt. overprint, double overprint, both overprints strong, one is split, fresh color, part o.g., nearly very fine; quite scarce. (photo - page 118)

600.00

#O1-6, 2c-25c Officials cplt. in bottom left or right corner margins blocks of four, brilliant colors throughout, pristine o.g., n.h., a few perf. separations in the margin only, very fine and handsome; while the official set is not rare, to find another immaculate set of never hinged corner blocks would be quite a challenge. (photo - page 120)

2,940.00

#R1/16, Small revenue group, with #R1 margin block of four, #R8 used single, #R13 margin block of four, #R14 block of four, #R15 margin single with partial imprint and #R16 mint (n.h.) single, o.g., two #R1 hinged, otherwise the blocks are all never hinged, fine-very fine.

570.00+

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#R6, $50.00 Slate blue and carmine, rouletted, an especially handsome and scarce used strip of four, excellent centering, strong rich colors, light blue Theo H. Davies & Co. straight line handstamped cancel, right stamp mostly rejoined, extremely fine; 2010 PF certificate; cataloged simply as four singles. (photo)

1,600.00+

#R9, 20c Red revenue, well centered and margined, strong color, cancelled by an unusual red ms. “X”, very fine. (photo - page 118)

375.00

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#225, $5.00 Dark green, rich vibrant color and a well incised impression on fresh paper, nicely centered, Manila c.d.s. cancel, very fine; only a small fraction of the 782 issued were used. (photo - page 118)

875.00

Warren #349B, 349C, 1898 50c composite provisional revenue stamps, one validated by Lieut. C.H. Sleeper’s initials on business license issued by the Headquarters of the Provost Martial General, other validated by Capt. C.F. Mudgett’s initials on similar document, former with light file fold through the 40c stamp, latter with trivial pinholes, fine and scarce pair of documents; ex-Perry. (photo - page 120)

Est. 300-400

Ryukyu Islands

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#17 var., 100y on 2y Rose violet, center “0” in wrong font, 8/8 Kai Tei, perfectly centered, brilliantly fresh, o.g, n.h., trivial natural gum inclusion, extremely fine; a rare variety on an already scarce stamp, it occurs only twice on the sheet of 100; 1998 APS certificate. (photo)

3,500.00

Ryukyus mint collection in two binders, featuring a nice showing of the 1952 10y on 50s surcharges with Kai Tei types and varieties, air mails complete, revenues with the 1952-54 set complete and the 1958 set to the $1.00 value, some sheets including Tuberculosis seals imperforate and decent postal stationery, clean and well suited for expansion.

Est. 300-400

Possessions Large Lots 551

552

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Possessions collection in a Scott album, the main focus was in the Philippines, with all of the U.S. overprints present mint or used including the dollar values, plus some of the later issues, also Guam complete for the basic eleven values, with an additional $1.00 value and the special delivery stamp, Offices in China to the $2.00 Overprint, plus some Cuba, Puerto Rico and a few Confederate items, slightly mixed condition, much is fine or better.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Possessions clean mint collection some of which is in a Scott album, but many were never mounted and are still on the original auction or sales card, somewhat sparse, the reason being the collector only wanted mint never hinged stamps, so the items here will generally be in choice condition, much is Canal Zone, with catalog values to a couple dollars (for hinged), also some Hawaii and a few Guam, o.g., there may be the occasional hinged stamp but otherwise all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

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554

555

556

557

558

559

560

561

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Clean mint balance to 1940 in two hingeless albums, from a collector who only bought mint never hinged stamps, therefore the early issues are quite spotty, starting with the Columbian issue there are many medium priced stamps, with early 20th Century commemoratives, regular issues including good value in Washington-Franklins, also some back-of-the-book, there may be the stamp that is hinged or has a small fault, but the overwhelming majority is o.g., n.h. and fine-very fine or better; 60 PF or APS certificates accompany.

Est. 4,000-5,000

20th Century mint collection to 1995 in five Scott Platinum albums with slipcases, starts off with the Pan-American set, other early commemoratives, a nice run of Washington-Franklins including some coils, the later issues have a high degree of completion including the White Plains sheet, air posts complete including the Graf Zeppelin set, some other back-of-the-book, o g., some n.h., there are some small flaws here and there but overwhelmingly fine-very fine; thirteen certificates accompany.

Est. 4,000-5,000

Mint collection to 1971 in a Scott album, starts in 1883, includes Columbian complete less the 15c and $5.00 values, Trans-Mississippis complete, 1902 Issue to $2.00, useful Washington-Franklins, air posts including the Graf Zeppelin set, somewhat mixed condition but nearly all are o.g. and a large percentage is fine-very fine.

Est. 3,000-4,000

Used commemorative collection to the 1990s in two Minkus albums, appear to be missing only the $5.00 Columbian for completion (no souvenir sheets), and includes all the other Columbians and the Trans-Mississippi set, in addition there is a set of the Graf Zeppelins, somewhat mixed condition, however the valuable stamps are generally fresh and fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Mint and used collection of 1847 to 1959 issues housed in a National album, with 1847 5c and 10c, 1851 to 12c, 1861 to 90c, Columbians to 30c, Trans-Mississippi to 50c, most 20th century commemoratives, a few Washington-Franklins, 1922 issue to $5.00 cplt., Kansas and Nebraska sets mint, the air mails are complete mint with a nice set of Graf Zeppelins, the special deliveries include mint #E4, then officials, scattered cut square and a decent showing of revenues, some small faults or off center, much is o.g. or used, fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Mint collection to the 1980s in two Scott hingeless albums, very little before 1893, then a smattering of stamps to 1920 including Washington-Franklins, fairly well filled after that including the White Plains sheet and Kans.-Nebr. overprints, air posts include the Graf Zeppelin set, other back-of-the book, somewhat mixed condition, most are o.g., with some n.h., fine-very fine appearance.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Commemorative mostly mint collection to 1945 in a Safe hingeless album, Columbians complete less the $3.00 value, Trans-Mississippi, and not missing many after that (only three stamps present from the Panama-Pacific), the earliest are in mixed condition, some being no gum or regummed, the later are o.g., with some n.h., fine-very fine appearance.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Mint and used collection to 1983 in a Scott album, some used early stamps including #1, Columbians to $1.00, some useful 20th Century including a White Plains sheet, air posts complete less #C15, other back-of-the-book, mixed condition.

Est. 750-1,000

Plate Block collection of regular issues and air posts on White Ace pages, regular issues start in 1926 and includes #692-701, Presidentials complete, Liberty series complete and the Prominent American series, air posts are complete to 1973 less only the Graf Zeppelins, with #C1-6 and C18 all present in top positions, o.g., many n.h., largely finevery fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

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★PB

Plate Block collection to 1959 in two Scott albums, earliest issues are the 1c and 2c Louisiana Purchase (plate blocks of four), some other early commemoratives including four from 1909, regular issues start in 1922, includes a White Plains sheet, from 1930 on it is quite well filled, including the Presidential and Liberty series complete, some air posts and other back-of-the-book, also a few loose in glassines, o.g., some n.h., a few minor flaws but mainly fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

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564

565

566

567

568

569

570

571

★❍PB Eclectic balance of mint, used, plate blocks, sheets, booklets and more, many are on original auction pages, some higher cataloging stamp such as #1 (two) and #2, plus a mint $4.00 Columbian, plated copies of #9, useful medium priced stamps, many certified and some graded, even a little Canada, mixed condition though a large number are fine-very fine or better.

Est. 3,000-4,000

Miscellaneous lot that includes some used and unused 19th Century, with high value 90c stamps and various Bank Notes, also early commemoratives in various quantities including some blocks, some turn-of-the-century regular issues, over 30 plate strips of three of #279B, and more, later mint are mostly o g., somewhat mixed condition with many finevery fine stamps present.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Graded lot of 100 or so mostly mint stamps, all with PSE graded certificates, some being encapsulated, a few 19th Century, some early 20th Century, with SMQ values to about $300.00, some modern, and useful back-of-the-book, very little duplication, mostly o.g., n.h., very fine or better.

SMQ 13,000.00

Odd assortment of many hundreds of items, with used 19th Century, several dollar value Columbians and a $2.00 Trans-Mississippi, blocks and plate blocks, back-of-the-book, revenues, Confederate States, possessions including Canal Zone ABNC Specimens, and more, some questionable items, mixed condition; should yield a rather high catalog value.

Est. 1,500-2,000

★❍FDC Intact estate of mostly 1920’s to 1950’s material filling three large cartons, includes quantities of blocks and plate blocks in glassines, mostly cacheted first day covers with some better, mint sheets including a set of National Parks and full sheets of Farley souvenir sheets, a collection in albums with some better such as 1922 $2.00 (5) and $5.00 values, a mint 65c Graf Zeppelin and a little foreign.

Est. 1,500-2,000

★/★★ 20th Century mint lot of many dozens of items on retail and lot cards, with singles, blocks and plate blocks, mostly from the early 20th Century, including a fair number of regular issues, many medium priced items, some high valued such as a White Plains sheet, o.g., much is never hinged, generally fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Accumulation filling two large cartons and including a mint and used collection of commemoratives with some better items such as a White Plains souvenir sheet, a plate block collection with a set of Famous Americans, an album of mint sheets, stockbooks with a collection of blocks including many better items, several modest collections, stock in glassines, some covers, mint entires and more.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Miscellaneous balance of several dozen items, a few early used including three #9X1’s, mint Bank Notes to the 30c, turn-of-the-century dollar values, Washington-Franklins including coil pairs and a #505 error, some officials, and more, somewhat mixed quality, many are fine-very fine and overall a saleable lot.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Mostly mint lot in a small stockbook, value in early commemoratives, including $1.00 and $3.00 Columbians, plus an attractive bottom margin imprint single of the $2.00 Trans-Mississippi, later regular issues including Washington-Franklins, some useful backof-the-book issues as well, most are o.g., some small faults but much is fine or better.

Est. 1,000-1,500

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573

574

575

576

577

578

579

580 581

582

Diverse accumulation filling a box, includes some better items on auction cards, a mint collection balance with some useful 20th Century, a modern booklet pane collection, a large number of modern EFOs, Lincoln related items including tax paid revenues, and more, mixed condition.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Small but very useful balance of about 35 items, includes seven used 24c Bank Notes, some of which have fancy NYFM cancels and one has a PF certificate, other used or unused 19th Century, some nice mint 20th Century including a couple high value Washington-Franklins, various first issue newspaper stamps, other back-of-the-book, and more, some small faults but most are attractive and the majority is at least fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Mixed lot of a few hundred stamps on stockcards and sales pages, used early issues including a #1, mint and used turn-of-the-century, some medium priced mint 20th Century, early Hunting Permit stamps, and more, mixed condition.

Est. 750-1,000

An accumulation of collections comprised of a National album with a good run to the 1980s with some better sets and singles, two American albums with a middling of mostly used collections, a Scott album with a decent revenue collection, another Scott album with U.S. Possessions including some better singles and sets (no Canal Zone), plus officials and revenues, a binder of miscellaneous stamps, a souvenir card collection, a U.N. collection and a little foreign to help fill the box.

Est. 750-1,000

Accumulation of collections in over twelve albums filling two cartons, some mint, others used and still others mixed mint and used, nothing very exciting noted but much useful and well suited for retail sales.

Est. 750-1,000

★★/★ Miscellaneous lot of mostly 20th Century mint, including some Washington-Franklins, later commemoratives and regular issues, some modern including errors and high face value items such as panes of the $5.00 Harte and $14.00 Express Mail, a few used and a couple proofs, o.g., much is n.h., largely fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

Balance lot with higher cataloging early used stamps in mixed condition, a few 20th Century mint including #573, several Duck stamps, plus there are fifteen with encapsulated PSE certificates grading from 5 to 85.

Est. 500-750

Mostly used lot in a stockbook, some better 1861 Issues, with values to 30c and several 2c Black Jacks, later 19th Century lower-end used in quantity, also a scarce mint block of four of the 2c Black Jack and an 1883 cover with a corner card of Police Judge, Little Rock, Ark., franked with two 6c Bank Notes, mixed condition.

Est. 400-500

Accumulation filling seven boxes, mostly lower end used stamps in stockbooks, glassines, etc., also first day covers, some worldwide stamps and more, mixed condition.

Est. 400-500

Used accumulation with cancel interest, thousands of stamps in three stockbooks, much is 1c-3c Bank Notes (with an especially large number of #210), but some earlier and some higher values also present, cancels include letters, numbers, colored, stars, targets, etc., mixed condition.

Est. 400-500

“Fancy Cancel” lot of many hundreds of 19th Century, we put fancy cancel in quotes because, while no doubt many are fancy, there is the small problem of them being genuine, actually there is the whole range, from absolutely fake, to doubtful, questionable, maybe, probable and definitely good, although in the latter category you may have to stretch the definition of fancy a bit; if ever a lot required inspection, this is it.

Est. 300-400

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584

585

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Remainder of a large consignment, eight mint stamps and four proofs, the stamps are mostly extension returns that have conflicting certificates, including #160, 179 and 228, all with very fine appearance.

Est. 400-500

#65/315, Balance of six stamps with mint #65, 287 and 315, used #149, 152 and 312, each with a recent PF or PSE certificate noting either a small fault or reperforation (#315 is just hinged), four have earlier clear certificates, very fine-extremely fine appearance.

1,275.00

#14/524, Balance of four stamps, with used #14 and 69, mint #369 and 524 (latter n.h.), the first three are accompanied by PF certificates mentioning a tiny imperfection, very fine appearance.

845.00

Modern Mint 586

587

588

589

590

591

592

Mint sheets with autographs, a most unusual and unique collection where the collectors sent commemorative sheet(s) of stamps to a person connected with the issue to autograph, in many cases this was the current governor of a stamp honoring the state, other times it is a relative of the person on the stamp, more notable examples are twelve sheets of the Roosevelt Memorial signed by Eleanor Roosevelt, also one with a Lyndon Johnson autograph, and photographs with Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower autographs, fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Better mint sheet lot of nearly 200 sheets, the majority being from the 1920s to 1940s, several 2c Reds, a complete set of the perforated National Parks, some regular issues from the 1926 series, back-of-the-book including special deliveries, also some later premium sheets, o.g., n.h., a few trivial imperfections but overall fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Commemorative mint sheet lot of over 50 nearly all different, from the 1930s and 1940s, with premium items from the period such as 3c Baseball and two sheets of the 5c China, o.g., probably all n.h., fine-very fine; the Brookman value exceeds $2,000.00.

Est. 400-500

Plate Block lot of a few hundred in glassines, starts with some commemoratives in the 1920s, several 2c Reds, some better from the 1930s, rest is mainly commemoratives to the early 1970s, some duplication including 35 examples of the $1.00 Airlift, also some air posts including two #C10a booklet panes, o.g., many are never hinged, fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

Modern mint comprehensive collection in eighteen hingeless albums (mostly Safe), not only contains a run of singles, but also many full panes, virtually all of the booklets and booklet panes, some plate blocks, gutter blocks, etc., o.g., appears all n.h., fine-very fine; the face value alone should be quite substantial, probably way in excess of the top end of our estimate.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Modern mint accumulation, includes many booklets or panes, several coil rolls and some partial rolls, computer vending machine stamps, with better items such as the early first day covers and an unsevered pair and strip of five of Kensington #83, some coil strips, a little used, and various other things, even some Ryukyu Islands, o g., n.h., fine-very fine; the face value alone is probably over $3,000.00.

Est. 2,000-3,000

★★PB Plate Block accumulation of many hundreds, mostly from the 1950s to the early 1970s, some earlier, much is 3c commemoratives, but also some higher value regular issues and air posts, o.g., appears to be all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 300-400

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594

★★

★★

Modern mint lot of singles in an album, blocks, plate blocks and many sheets, includes some recent still in the Post Office packaging, a large number are 13c, but also many 22c32c values, in addition to this group, whose face value exceeds $2,000.00, there are premium items such as a Recalled Legends of the West sheet and several of the Warner Brothers cartoon panes without the die cut (including two Bugs Bunny), o.g., most if not all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Plate number coil strip of five comprehensive collection neatly mounted in four Lighthouse hingeless albums, contains all of the scarce items except for #1891 plate no.

6 which is offered as a separate lot (#366), the few that are lacking are inexpensive items, includes Bureau pre-cancels and also contains some higher cataloging imperforate error strips, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

8,400.00

595

★★

Modern mint sheet accumulation mostly 3c-8c commemorative sheets, particularly strong in 3c and 4c, with heavy duplication on some including a few complete pads still in the original Post Office packaging, includes a tiny number of part sheets, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Face value 6,500.00

596

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Mostly mint sheet lot in sheet folders, heaviest in 8c, 13c and 15c commemoratives, but also some earlier premium items such as #725 and the “Korpa” variety, a few plate strips or part sheets, o g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Face value 1,310.00

597

★★PB Modern plate strip accumulation of several hundred plate strips of ten or twelve, as well as a few plate blocks of four, most are 8c or 13c values, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Face value 670.00

598

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Modern mint sheet large accumulation of mostly 3c-25c commemoratives, much of the value is in 5c, 8c, 13c and 15c denominations, includes just a few part sheets, o g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Face value 10,000.00

599

★★

Modern mint lot of singles, plate blocks, strips and sheets, including several recent 32c and 33c commemorative sheetlets in the original Post Office packaging, o.g., n.h., finevery fine.

Face value 1,200.00

600

★★❑

Modern uncut press sheet lot of 68 sheets, 29-33c, with most being 32-33c, also $11.75 Space hologram, some duplication, up to four of each, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine. Face value 1,820.00 Modern Errors

601

602

★★/PB Modern error lot of over twenty items, with single stamps cataloging up to $650.00 each (#1506a), also #2975w full pane, plus there are six plate blocks, with catalog values up to $2,400.00 (#1804 block of twelve), also a couple unpriced items such as #1894e block spliced with red Post Office tape (PF certificate) and #2429b pair (PSE certificate), most of the better items are accompanied by a certificate, o g., n.h., fine-very fine; the catalog value of the listed material is in excess of $14,000.00.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Modern errors and freaks lot, with about 25 Scott listed items cataloging $50.00$575.00 each, plus two higher cataloging items (#2111b and 2718aPd), in addition there are a few items that were once considered genuine errors but are now classified as printer’s waste, plus there are dozens of misperfs, color shifts and other freaks, some quite dramatic, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine; the catalog value of the Scott listed material is about $6,000.00; six APS certificates accompany.

Est. 1,000-1,500

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604

605

606

607

608

609

610

★/★★ Back-of-the-book mint collection, with a complete run of air posts to 1935 including the Graf Zeppelin, plus a #C24 plate block, some special deliveries, complete parcel posts and parcel postage dues, and a run of Hunting Permit stamps to 1975 including all of the early issues, mostly o g., many n.h., a few small faults but generally fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Air Post complete mint collection to the 1970s in a Safe hingeless album, contains a complete run of singles including the Graf Zeppelin set, also some plate blocks starting with the 1944 Transport set, spot check of the better items shows all to be n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

★★/ ★ Air post graded lot starting with the first issue, including #C2 (n.h. 90, ph 90 and 95) ✦ and #C3 (ph 95), and then a run of later issues, most being 95 or 98 and never hinged, slight duplication, several of the later are encapsulated, very fine-extremely fine.

SMQ 3,100.00

#C7/48, Air post mint sheet lot of 37 mostly different that includes #C8, 10, 16, 17, 22, 25-31, 46 and more, a few trivial imperfections, #C10 has some small hinge reinforcements of perf separations, otherwise o.g., n.h. and generally fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

Official collection of well over 100 mostly used stamps, plus some plate proof sets, and few mint and one imprint strip, includes three Executive Dept. stamps and a mint $2.00 State Dept., a few fancy cancels noted, usual mixed condition, generally fine appearance.

Est. 750-1,000

Newspaper stamp balance includes over fifteen of the large format first issue, some duplication and two are cancelled, eighteen values from the 1875 Issue including the $3.00, $9.00 and $60.00, 1879 Issue lacking only the 40c stamp, 1883 2c Special Printing, 1885 Issue to 96c, the first three values of the Bureau printing and various values of the 1895-97 Issues, contains a mix of original gum and no gum stamps, plus an occasional used is present, also a set of plate proofs on card, mixed condition, many are fine or better; the total catalog value is quite high.

Est. 2,000-3,000

U.S. Trust Territories mint collection of Marshall Islands, Micronesia and Palau in fourteen Safe or Lindner hingeless albums, goes to about 2000, includes singles, booklet panes, some full sheets and sheetlets, first day covers and more, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

United Nations comprehensive mint collection to the 1990s in nine Safe hingeless albums (the albums actually go to 2007, but the stamps stop about 1997, looks to be complete including Geneva and Vienna, plus there are additional items such as Post Office packs, a set of Flag sheets and more, o.g., probably all n.h., fine-very fine; the retail value of just the albums exceeds our estimate.

Est. 300-400

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612

613

614

615

616

617

618

619

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Cincinnati postal history collection and accumulation of many hundreds of covers and cards housed in five albums, plus many hundreds more loose housed in a box, strength in illustrated and advertising covers with a wide range of designs ranging from simple corner cards to all-over and colored, also better frankings such as 5c 1847, 10c 1869, 7c and 12c Bank Notes, 3c War Dept. and several Eagle Carriers, a nice showing of stampless covers starting from 1805, many different style town cancels, some auxiliary markings, machine cancels, FDC’s including a Beazell cachet and much more, normal mixed and variable condition, most fine-very fine; a substantial holding which should be viewed for its broad appeal.

Est. 3,000-4,000

Civil War patriotic covers used from Cincinnati, an attractive collection of 29 covers all with Cincinnati postmarks, all different designs including a number of better such as comic, all-over, multicolored, etc., as well as a few with auxiliary markings, usual somewhat mixed condition, however the majority are fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Spanish-American War patriotic covers used from Cincinnati, eight covers representing seven different designs, all flag types including six all-over, a couple faults, most finevery fine.

Est. 200-300

Ohio stampless covers, group of 59 covers, 44 are Cincinnati including Trans-Atlantic Prussian Closed mail usage to Germany with red “PAID/30” handstamped rate with APS certificate and two with red “Cincinnati O./Free” datestamps, one with APS certificate, the other fifteen are various manuscript and handstamped town postmarks, a few faults, most fine-very fine.

Est. 150-200

U.S.S. Cincinnati naval covers extensive collection of 325 covers spanning the period from 1913 to the 1950s housed in two albums, with early commercial usages from China, Canal Zone and Cuba, hundreds of different cachets including Crosby and handpainted, large variety of different style ship cancel types including parcel post and registered as well as a wide variety of frankings, a few duplicates, some typical faults, most are fine-very fine; such a collection would be a challenge to duplicate.

Est. 400-500

20th Century Cincinnati related covers, several hundred, most of which are first day covers, the earliest being #622 from North Bend, Ohio, plus there are about 25 of the 1929 Ohio River with a wide variety of cachets, other better cacheted from the 1930s right up to modern issues, also RPO, flight covers, dedications and some early picture post cards, largely fine-very fine.

Est. 300-400

Civil War correspondence to a Union soldier who was sergeant in the Massachusetts 2nd Regiment, most are from his mother, but also includes some other relatives, the letters are accompanied by covers which are mostly postmarked Bridgewater or Duxbury, Mass. and addressed to North Carolina, all in 1863 or 1864, franked with the 3c Rose (#65), the letters touch on a wide range of subjects, fine.

Est. 200-300

Whiskey advertising cover extensive collection of over 220 covers and a few cards housed in two albums, one album with 85 covers being just Kentucky Bourbon, virtually all different designs ranging from simple corner card covers to all-over designs, majority are illustrated including some multicolored, largely late 19th century and early 20th century usages with a variety of frankings, also includes an 1878 Distillery Warehouse stamp signed by future President Taft, some usual faults, many fine-very fine; who knew so many different designs existed.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Interesting cover assortment of several hundred, stampless to the 1940s, includes illustrated, better cancels, registered, first day covers from the 1930s, WWII patriotics, and even some foreign, mixed condition, much is fine-very fine; worth taking a closer look.

Est. 750-1,000

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621

622

623

624

625 626

627

628

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Cover accumulation of about 170, both 19th and 20th Centuries, wide range including local post, foreign destinations, illustrated, auxiliary markings, possessions and more, most are fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Interesting cover lot of over 50 items, includes over fifteen illustrated covers, including some multicolored and all-over designs, these generally from the late 19th Century, also a few stampless, a free frank from James Blaine, Speaker of the House, some long courthouse covers, a China cover with corner card of the Navy Department/Commander Yangtze Patrol, a few foreign covers and some miscellaneous stamps, slightly mixed quality, mainly fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

Cover lot of over 70 items, some with early issues including a #11 pair with partial imprint, an 1855 cross-border stampless folded letter with red Franklin, Vermont pmk., later 19th Century including a large 1884 cover from San Antonio to Germany with scarce Bremen post office seals, some postal stationery, 20th Century including flight covers, and more, mixed condition.

Est. 200-300

Cover lot of 80 or so items, including stampless, various stamped including 1851 usages, illustrated, a few foreign destinations, a small number of 20th Century including two handpainted, much is fine or better.

Est. 150-200

World War II and Korean War correspondence of Army Captain John Henry Nelson, from Miami, Texas, who served in WWII with the 504th and 515th Parachute Infantry and then with the 38th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Division in the Korean War, where he was killed in action, about 150 covers and letters mostly to and from his family, starting with his early involvement in World War II, then several from the Korean War, then after his death various covers with “Verified Deceased” handstamps and pencil “KIA”, thirteen marked return to writer, then there are several letters to his father from Congressmen, Senators and military leaders, even one from Lyndon Johnson (autopen); a fascinating journey of a serviceman from his early days to making the ultimate sacrifice.

Est. 200-300

First day covers with silver coin, group of 28 first day covers from 1972 issued by the Post Office, all with corresponding sterling silver round accompanying, very fine.

Est. 500-750

Postcard lot of real photographs, 89 different, over half revolves around the oil well drilling boom towns in Oklahoma and Texas c.1917, the others are from the same period and includes scenes of cowboys, Indians and farming, most are mint, a couple used, a few faults, but most fine; an impressive collection of these highly collectable postcards. (photo - page 120)

Est. 500-750

Interesting postcard lot of over 100 mostly from the very early 20th Century, everything appears to be from west of the Mississippi River, with a large number of Missouri and Texas, includes a few real photos, one hold-to-the-light, comics, greetings and a couple of sets (including Sunbonnets) and just a few chromes, includes both mint and used, a well above average lot of postcards.

Est. 400-500

San Francisco Earthquake photographs, 80 mostly different original photographs taken in San Francisco in 1906, many showing the destruction caused by the earthquake, including some long range shots of the city showing billowing smoke, as well as up close shots of specific buildings showing the destruction, fine lot. (photo - page 120)

Est. 300-400

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UNITED STATES REVENUES Featuring the Frank L. Himpsl Collection 629

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Turner Essay 17b, U.S.I.R. die essay of frame only for Lincoln issue, in Black on white glazed paper, cut to oval shape measuring approximately 47x52mm, very fine and most unusual. (photo - page 132)

Est. 100-150

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#R2a, 2c Playing Cards, imperforate, extraordinarily large and well balanced margins all around, light 1863 ms. cancel, tiny trace of a thin speck in the right margin (well away from the design), otherwise extremely fine and choice; ex-Clifford Cole. (photo - page 132)

2,000.00

#R2b, 1c Playing Cards, part perforate, scarce vertical pair, fresh color, 1864 ms. cancels, fine. (photo - page 132)

3,850.00

#R3a, 1c Proprietary, imperforate, large to huge margins all around, strong bright color, 1864 ms. cancel, trivial corner crease at top left, otherwise extremely fine; exClifford Cole. (photo - page 132)

1,000.00

#R3b, 1c Proprietary, part perforate, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, with extra row of vertical perforations, bright color, light 1866 handstamp cancels, very fine; exTurner. (photo - page 132)

700.00

#R13b, 2c Proprietary, Blue, part perforated, imperforate horizontally, mint vertical pair with full original gum, strong color, very fine. (photo - page 132)

for used 700.00

#R13c, 2c Proprietary, Blue, cancelled by Poland’s Magic Powders clear black fancy handstamp cancel of mortar and pestle, tiny thin speck, fine; an excellent strike of one of the most desirable cancels on the first issue. (photo - page 132)

Est. 200-300

#R16b, 3c Foreign Exchange, part perforated, imperforate vertically, horizontal pair, light blue handstamped cancel, light soiling at top and a trivial faint crease, fine appearance; the Curtis census contains just two pairs (including this one) and one reconstructed block of four. (photo - page 132)

1,500.00

#R18b, 3c Proprietary, part perforate, imperforate horizontally, a very scarce vertical pair, typical centering, strong rich color, light ms. cancel, a couple light creases, fine appearance. (photo - page 132)

1,250.00

#R22b, 4c Proprietary, part perforated, imperforate horizontally, mint vertical pair with full original gum, gray color, horizontal crease in the top stamp, fine appearance. (photo - page 132)

for used 1,000.00

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#R34b, 10c Contract, part perforated, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, fresh color on bright white paper, nicely centered, light ms. cancel, very fine for this scarce part perforate revenue. (photo - page 132)

1,250.00

#R41a, 20c Foreign Exchange, imperforate, handsome vertical pair, large margins all around, fresh color, 1864 ms. cancels, extremely fine. (photo - page 132)

350.00

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#R53a, 40c Inland Exchange, imperforate, four large margins, typical color of the imperforate stamp, blue handstamp cancellations dated May 2, 1864, very fine; a desirable example of this scarce imperforate First Issue; ex-Col. Green. (photo)

1,500.00

#R56b, 50c Foreign Exchange, part perforate, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, nicely centered, rich fresh color, 1863 ms. cancels, very fine. (photo - page 132)

550.00

#R65a, 70c Foreign Exchange imperforate, full to mostly large margins all around, strong rich color, cancelled by a violet ms. and a bright red boxed handstamp reading “E. & M./MAR 6, 1863”, very fine. (photo - page 132)

600.00

#R65b, 70c Foreign Exchange, part perforate, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, rich color, 1864 ms. cancels, fine and scarce. (photo - page 132)

950.00

#R68a, $1.00 Foreign Exchange, imperforate, block of four, three large margins, close but clears at right, 1863 ms. cancels and filled in punch cancels, very fine appearance; only two blocks of any size are recorded, both being blocks of four; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

1,475.00

#R78a, $1.50 Inland Exchange, imperforate, block of six (3x2), ample to large margins all around, lovely bright color, neat 1863 ms. cancels, faint trace of a paper wrinkle, still very fine; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

640.00+

#R79a, $1.60 Foreign Exchange, imperforate, four full to large margins, intense prooflike color and impression, 1869 ms. cancel, trivial crease and a tiny tear, very fine appearance; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 132)

1,300.00

#R80a, $1.90 Foreign exchange, imperforate, three full to large margins, just in at top, attractive color, on original piece with a crisp strike of a blue 1863 handstamp of J.P. Morgan & Co., a sound and fine example of this First Issue rarity; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 132)

10,000.00

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#R80c, $1.90 Foreign Exchange, block of four, with portions of the adjoining stamps at right present, scissor separated at bottom, ms. cancel on three stamps, top left stamp uncancelled, some sensible hinge reinforcements, top right stamp with trivial crease, fine; only three blocks of any size have been recorded; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

700.00

#R82a, $2.00 Mortgage, imperforate, block of four, margins range from full to just in at top left, rich color, 1863 ms. cancels, tiny scissor cut between stamps at right and a miniscule tear in the bottom margin, fine-very fine; only two larger blocks are recorded. (photo - page 138)

700.00

#R83a, $2.00 Probate of Will, imperforate, an exceedingly rare vertical pair, bright color, margins range from clear to slightly into the design at the sides, vertical crease, bottom stamp with a light crease and small pinhole, fine appearance; one of only two vertical pairs recorded in the Curtis census; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 136)

13,000.00

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#R84a, $2.50 Inland Exchange, imperforate, four full to large margins, strong rich color, light 1863 ms. cancel, several small pinholes, very fine appearance; one of the key rarities of the First Issue; 2011 PF certificate. (photo)

8,000.00

#R87a, $3.50 Inland Exchange, imperforate, four full to mostly large margins, lovely rich color and a crisp detailed impression on bright white paper, ms. cancel, horizontal crease, very fine and choice appearance; since nearly all copies of this stamp have faults, the example offered here is quite desirable. (photo)

7,500.00

#R92a, $5.00 Probate of Will imperforate, scarce horizontal pair, full to large margins except just into frame line at left, neat 1863 cancels, left stamp with light vertical crease, otherwise fine-very fine. (photo - page 136)

1,450.00

#R93a, $10.00 Charter Party, imperforate, horizontal pair, ample to large margins around, deeply rich color, ms. cancel, light crease between the stamps at bottom, still very fine; only one larger multiple exists (a reconstructed block of four); ex-Joyce. (photo - page 136)

1,750.00

#R96a, $10.00 Probate of Will, imperforate, attractive example of this scarce imperforate revenue stamp, ample to mostly large margins all around, rich luxuriant color, light 1866 ms. cancel, very fine; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 132)

2,500.00

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#R97a, $15.00 Mortgage, imperforate, unused, outstanding color in an especially dark shade, razor-sharp impression, mostly large margins, just touching the design at bottom right, faint crease and a tiny tear in the right margin, very fine appearance. (photo - page 136)

for used 2,700.00

#R99a, $20.00 Probate of Will, imperforate, four large to huge margins, bright color, 1863 ms. cancel, tiny trace of a thin speck, extremely fine. (photo - page 136)

2,000.00

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#R99c, $20.00 Probate of Will, bright color, cancelled by red c.d.s. handstamps of R. Garland dated 1864, a fine example of this scarce and key stamp. (photo)

2,000.00

#R102a, $200.00 Green and red, imperforate, four close to mostly large margins, vibrant colors associated with the genuine imperforate stamp, neat 1865 ms. cancel, small tear at top and some trivial faint gum toning at top left, very fine appearance; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 136)

2,500.00

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First Issue worthwhile balance of hundreds of items, many singles, with some duplication including shades, cancels (including premium handstamps), varieties, etc., with imperforate, part perforate and fully perforated stamps, including three of the $200.00 perforated, also several multiples, many pairs and better blocks, with a number of the blocks cataloging several hundred dollars each, condition is slightly mixed as is usual for a collection this large, majority with fine-very fine appearance.

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#R103, 1c Blue and black, mint block of six (3x2), strong colors, o.g., lightly hinged, fine; only one larger multiple is known. (photo - page 138)

575.00+

#R103, 1c Blue and black, mint block of six (3x2), strong colors, o.g., fine; only one larger multiple is known (rejoined block of sixteen); ex-Turner, Cunliffe. (photo page 138)

for used 575.00+

#R105, 3c Blue and black, block of four with blue handstamp and a few small cut cancels, rich colors, small hinge reinforcement at bottom, fine; one of only four recorded blocks of four, with just one larger multiple recorded. (photo - page 138)

275.00

#R106, 4c Blue and black, left margin mint block of four with large part original gum, slight soiling, otherwise fine; this is one of only two recorded blocks of any size of the Four Cent Second Issue, the other being a block of ten; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

450.00

#R108, 6c Blue and black, block of four with blue herringbone cancels, bright fresh colors, bottom right stamp with insignificant corner crease, fine; this is the largest known multiple of #R108, being one of just three blocks of four recorded; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

1,000.00

#R110, 15c Blue and black, mint block of fifteen (3x5), strong colors, o.g., minor soiling at top right and a few small thin spots, fine appearance; one of only two blocks of fifteen (the other is irregular), with just one slightly larger block (of sixteen) recorded; ex-Joyce, Halstead. (photo - page 138)

for used 1,005.00+

#R113, 30c Blue and black, used block of four, neat ms. cancels, lovely fresh colors, fine-very fine; this represents the only recorded block of any size of the Thirty Cent Second Issue; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

625.00

#R115, 50c Blue and black, block of sixteen (8x2) strong rich colors, blue handstamp and cut cancels, horizontal crease in bottom row, several hinge reinforcements, fine-very fine appearance; this is the largest known multiple of the Fifty Cent value, the next largest being a block of twelve. (photo - page 138)

Est. 200-300

#R117, 70c Blue and black, horizontal strip of four, rich colors on fresh paper, neat ms. cancels, fine; this is the only recorded strip of four, with just one slightly larger multiple (strip of five) recorded, and no blocks are known; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

320.00+

#R118a, $1.00 Blue and black, Inverted Center, used, with light ms. cancel and an expertly filled in punch cancel, fine. (photo - page 136)

900.00

#R119, $1.30 Blue and black, horizontal pair, strong colors, ms. cancels, left stamp with vertical crease, faint horizontal crease, fine appearance; a rare multiple, as only a total of four multiples of any size have been recorded, three pairs and a strip of three. (photo - page 136)

1,150.00

#R124, $2.50 Blue and black, block of four, rich colors, blue ms. cancels, top stamps with light crease, otherwise fine; only two larger multiples are recorded. (photo - page 138)

750.00

#R126, $3.50 Blue and black, scarce horizontal pair, bright colors, ms. cancel, light stain at top right of the left stamp, otherwise fine. (photo - page 136)

900.00

#R127, $5.00 Blue and black, block of six (3x2), blue oval handstamp and light cut cancels, hinge reinforcing at right, fine; this is the only recorded block of six, with just one larger multiple known; ex-Dean. (photo - page 138)

600.00

#R129, $20.00 Blue and black, strong rich colors, cancelled by ms. and an unusual handstamp at top, fresh and fine. (photo - page 136)

800.00

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#R130, $25.00 Blue and black, block of four, bright rich colors, 1862 ms. cancels (apparently back-dated to correspond with dates on the original legal instrument), bottom stamps with faint horizontal crease, a couple tiny hinge sliver reinforcements, fine; not only is this the largest recorded multiple, it is the sole block of any size of this stamp known; a block of four is not priced in Scott, therefore we have simply cataloged it as two pairs; ex-Scheupbach. (photo)

4,200.00+

#R131, $50.00 Blue and black, brilliantly rich colors and strong detailed impressions, ms. cancel, fine. (photo - page 136)

1,000.00

#R132, $200.00 Red, blue and black, “Small Persian Rug”, an especially handsome used example of this popular revenue stamp, being extraordinarily well centered, rich vibrant colors, violet ms. cancel and not the more frequently seen cut cancel, tiny pinpoint thin speck mentioned only for complete accuracy, extremely fine; certainly among the most desirable Small Persian Rugs available. (photo)

8,250.00

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#R133, $500.00 Red orange, green and black, “Large Persian Rug,” a most impressive example of this always popular high value, possessing gorgeous colors that are especially rich and radiant, light violet ms. cancel without any of the cut cancels that affect many copies, the only fault is a horizontal crease (nearly all examples have some kind of fault or repair), very fine appearance; this is the very stamp that the Scott United States Specialized Catalogue uses as their photo for the Large Persian Rug. (photo)

16,000.00

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#R133ATC (Turner Essay 110a), $5,000.00 Yellow orange, green and black, large die trial color proof on India, mounted on full 122x167mm card, with complete manufacturer’s imprints at both left and right and security punch in the India, possessing truly outstanding freshness and cleanliness, with radiant rich colors on bright white papers, extremely fine.

The $5,000.00 Internal Revenue stamp was actually designed and approved for production but was never issued. The only examples that are known of this value are in proof form, all but one being on India and largely in differing shades of the orange and green. The total known is twenty-five with ten residing in the National Postal Museum of the Smithsonian.

Of the total, only five examples have full imprints and of those only three are available to collectors. One of the three has faults, the other example with full imprints is quite similar to the proof offered here, that being the ex-Cunliffe copy which realized a stunning $40,250.00 (including premium) in our June 2008 auction.

An incomparable trial color proof of this highest denomination 19th century revenue stamp. Not only because of its extreme rarity, but also because of its pristine quality, this exquisite proof would certainly provide the centerpiece to a great collection of United States Revenues; 1991 PF certificate as a Turner Essay 110 from before it became listed in the Trial Color section of the Scott catalog; ex-Joyce, Zerbonia. (photo)

7,500.00

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#R134, 1c Claret and black, block of four, well centered and fresh, light blue herringbone cancel, very fine; only seven blocks of any size are known of this value; exScheupbach. (photo - page 138)

375.00

#R135b, 2c Orange and black, Inverted Center, well centered and margined, bright colors, neat ms. cancel, very fine. (photo - page 136)

600.00

#R136, 4c Brown and black, vertical pair, appears unused though may have just a faint trace of a herringbone cancel (paper does not break), nicely centered, very fine; the only recorded multiples of this stamp are nine pairs, only two of which are in the vertical format, with this example being by far the finer of the two. (photo - page 136)

190.00

#R139, 15c Brown and black, block of twelve (6x2), uncommonly well centered, rich colors, light ms. cancels, mild vertical crease through the third column, very fine; this is the largest recorded multiple of the Fifteen Cent Third Issue, the next largest being a block of six. (photo - page 138)

525.00+

1871-72 Fifteen Cent Third Issue, Center Inverted The Unique Vertical Pair - The Only Recorded Multiple of this Immense Rarity

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#R139a, 15c Brown and black, Center Inverted, vertical pair, attractive colors, ms. cancels as well as a lightly impressed waffle iron grid, fine; this is the only recorded multiple of any size of this inverted center; an important Third Issue showpiece; cataloged simply as two singles; ex-Joyce, Cunliffe. (photo)

22,500.00+

★/★★❑#R140, 30c Orange and black, mint block of six with full original gum (at least three stamps are never hinged), bright and fresh, fine; this is the largest known multiple of the Thirty Cent value (a strip of six also exists) and one of only two blocks (the other a block of four) recorded. (photo - page 138)

405.00+

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#R140a, 30c Orange and black, Inverted Center, vibrant colors, blue oval handstamp and herringbone cancels, mild crease, fine appearance. (photo - page 146)

1,750.00

#R141, 40c Brown and black, block of four, with light herringbone cancel that does not break the paper, top left stamp with tiny staple pinhole, fine; only two larger multiples are known; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 138)

400.00

#R142, 60c Orange and black, block of four, bright colors, well centered, filled in punch cancels, very fine appearance; this is the second largest multiple known, and one of only two blocks recorded (the other is a block of nine); ex-Scheupbach. (photo - page 148)

650.00

#R144, $1.00 Green and black, mint bottom margin block of twelve (3x4) with large part of the imprint and plate no. 25 in the bottom selvage, brilliant rich colors, full original gum, a few small creases and minor thin spot, overall a very fine and handsome plate block; we are aware of only one other example showing a plate number (a strip of five), plus this is the third largest multiple recorded. (photo - page 148)

Est. 200-300

#R146, $2.50 Claret and black, block of four, lovely bright colors, unusually light ms. cancels, top left stamp with just a faint suggestion of a thin speck, a fresh and fine block; only six blocks of any size have been recorded. (photo - page 148)

325.00

#R147, $3.00 Green and black, unused left sheet-margin block of four, deep colors, fine; only two larger blocks exist, one of which is a reconstructed block of eight; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 148)

for used 325.00

#R149, $10.00 Green and black, block of four, marvelously bright and fresh, ms. cancels, light horizontal crease in top pair, fine; the largest known multiple of this revenue stamp, being one of only three recorded blocks of four; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 148)

1,200.00

REVENUE MULTIPLES The Himpsl Collection contains important multiples of the first three issues, including some that are the largest known. The census information we refer to is based on the data compiled by noted revenue collector Daniel B. Curtis. His website, www.thecurtiscollection.com, contains an up-to-date list of 19th Century multiples, complete with images and provenance.

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#R150, $20.00 Orange and black, block of four, bright colors, nicely centered, top pair with a light horizontal crease, top left stamp with tiny thin speck, very fine appearance; an important Third Issue multiple, being the only recorded block of any size of #R150, and the only multiple larger than a strip of three; ex-Joyce. (photo)

3,150.00

Second and Third Issue Collection 696

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Second and Third Issue balance, starts with three State Coat of Arms essays, Second Issue singles complete to the $10.00, plus a $25.00 value, also about 50 multiples ranging in size from a pair to a block of 36, a few varieties and cancels, Third Issue contains a complete set of plate proofs, a complete set of singles, errors including four 2c Inverts, the 2c Vermilion and black, and two examples of the $20.00 Vermilion and black, somewhat mixed quality, much is fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

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#R223, $50.00 Violet, unusually well centered, bright color, light violet handstamp cancel (not the usual cut cancel), tiny trace of a crease at top, otherwise very fine and quite choice. (photo - page 146)

1,200.00

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#R687, $10,000.00 Carmine, brilliantly fresh color, perfectly struck handstamp c.d.s. as well as a cut cancel, fine. (photo - page 146)

700.00

#R713, $5,000.00 Carmine, fresh color, cut cancel, fine. (photo - page 146)

800.00

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#RB9a, $1.00 Proprietary, Green and black on violet paper, exceedingly well centered within large margins, strong rich colors and crisp detailed impressions, ms. cancel, certificate mentions a small filled thin spot which is barely perceptible, otherwise an especially handsome and extremely fine example of this scarce revenue stamp; 1987 PF certificate. (photo - page 146)

2,750.00

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#RB10a, $5.00 Green and black on violet paper, handsome used example of this high value revenue rarity, being uncharacteristically well centered and margined, impressive rich color, the only imperfections being a few small toned spots and blunted perfs. at bottom left (most of these stamps are quite faulty or repaired), very fine appearance; a highly desirable copy in far superior condition to the overwhelming majority. (photo)

11,000.00

#RB10a, $5.00 Green and black on violet paper, another example of this high value, being in the more typical condition, with an extensive repair causing staining in the center, fine centering; a presentable copy. (photo - page 148)

11,000.00

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#RB1/10, 1871 Proprietary balance, includes at least one each of the 1c-10c on both papers, with duplicates including better handstamped cancels, also one 50c and one $1.00 value, even includes the rare $5.00 (faults and repairs), also some multiples of the lower values card plate proofs to the 10c, and an imperforate 1c strip of four, usual mixed condition.

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#RB16c, 5c Black, rouletted, an incredibly rare horizontal pair, nicely centered, small faults including some light staining, otherwise very fine appearance; this is the only recorded pair, in fact, only one other multiple of any size exists, that being the imprint block of five that was last sold in our 2001 sale of the William Floyd collection; 2011 PF certificate; cataloged as two singles. (photo)

3,700.00+

#RB17c, 6c Violet blue, rouletted, a very rare horizontal pair, strong color, purple handstamp cancels, faint thin spots and minor stain, top left corner rounded, fine; the only known multiples of this stamp consists of seven pairs and one block of four; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 146)

1,000.00

#RB18c, 6c Violet, rouletted, attractive used single of this rare revenue, uncommonly well centered, bright color, purple handstamp cancel, small thins and a tiny surface scrape, very fine appearance; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 146)

1,250.00

#RB11/19, 1875 Proprietary balance, of several dozen stamps, with silk paper, watermarked paper and rouletted stamps, includes three 10c values, rouletted pairs of the 1c, 2c, 3c and 4c values, single 4c with a scarce “D. Langell/ Apple Creek Ohio” handstamp, two 6c rouletted, also four 1c stamps affixed to a portion of a Youcanchu chewing gum box, slightly mixed condition, fine or better appearing.

Est. 750-1,000

★★PB #RB27p, 2c Violet brown, hyphen hole 7, right margin imprint and plate no. 9464 block of six, exceeding fresh, well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine; listed but unpriced in Scott as a plate block. (photo - page 148)

Est. 200-300

#RB20/RB31,1898 Battleship proprietary stamp collection of about 80 items, includes singles mint and used, with some better handstamp cancels noticed, imperforate between pairs of the 2½c and 5c, plate number singles and multiples, blocks of the 1c Hyphen hole, two on original wrappers, plus two 4c illegally used on a document, much is fine-very fine.

Est. 200-300

#RB32/73, 1914-1919 Proprietary issues collection containing single line watermark complete mint or used except the rare 4 3/8c, a mint run of the double line watermark, the 1919 Issue complete mint or used, plus plate number singles and multiples, also 24 stamps affixed to a druggist’s accounting ledger, plus twenty five stamp with various printed or handstamp cancels, somewhat mixed condition, with much being fine-very fine.

Est. 150-200

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#REA19, $2.00 (One Hogshead) Black with lilac security lines, full to mostly large margins all around, light blue oval handstamp cancel, usual creasing and faint soiling at top right, very fine appearance. (photo - page 146)

875.00

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713

714

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#REA23, 33 1/3c (One Third Barrel) Orange on green silk paper, exceedingly large margins all around, bright colors, face-free ms. cancel, two creases and thins, very fine appearance; an attractive example of this rare Beer Stamp. (photo)

5,000.00

#REA120, 25c Violet blue with violet “ACT OF 1917” overprint, light but clear overprint, strong colors, crease at bottom and light stain, very fine appearance. (photo page 146)

600.00

#REA120, 25c Violet blue with violet “ACT OF 1917” overprint, another example, with 6-12-1918 perf initial cancel that was used for the 1918 Overprints, some internal tears and light staining, fine appearance; 2011 PF certificate. (photo - page 146)

600.00

#REA1/197, Beer stamp balance of 137 mostly different stamps, all issues represented, with many cataloging in the $50.00-$300.00 range, typical mixed quality, especially on the first two issues, mainly fine-very fine appearance.

Est. 1,000-1,500

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#RG53, $5.00 Dark blue, an especially fresh mint example of this scarce value, vibrant color on pristine white paper, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; 2008 PF certificate. (photo - page 154)

1,100.00

#RG98, $4.00 Gray, exceptionally well centered, fresh color, o g., lightly hinged, extremely fine. (photo - page 154)

325.00

#RG129, $60.00 Gray, fresh color, purple handstamp cancel, vertical crease, fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

575.00

Narcotic Stamps 719

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#RJA58b/96b, Narcotic stamp lot of seven better items, with #RJA58b pair, #RJA61a strip of five, #RJA64b apparently unwatermarked (catalog as normal), #RJA78b strip of three, #RJA92b strip of three, #RJA93b pair, #RJA94b strip of three and #RJA96b strip of three, o g., n.h. or no gum as issued, one #RJA58b with trivial toned spot, otherwise very fine-extremely fine and a choice lot.

2,425.00+

Revenue Stamped Paper 720

721

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#RN-S1, 10c Orange, on The Lake Ontario Shore Railroad Company bond with 44 coupons at bottom, the coupons with ms. pen marks and bond with ms. “Paid dec 20 1877” at bottom, indicating the bond was redeemed, vertical file fold through the stamp as is the case with every known example of #RN-S1, very fine appearance; one of the rarest of all the revenue stamped paper. (photo - page 148)

3,750.00

Turner Proof Type V (Scott #RN-V1-4), 50c Black, proof impression on wove paper measuring 86x83mm, manuscript “June 22, 1865/Approved” at bottom, two horizontal creases and small thin at top, of little importance as this proof is quite likely unique, very fine appearance; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 148)

Est. 300-400

Turner Proof Type Ra (Scott #RN-R1-R3), 10c Proofs in various colors on different types of paper, eight in all, includes examples in Red and Blue on wove paper, the same colors each on pink paper, one in Orange, showing the added inscription at bottom, and concluding with three on rare Duthie patent paper with horizontal or vertical lines (two in Green and Red with vertical gray lines; and a third in Red with horizontal gray and rose lines), some with small hinge thins, overall very fine; a very scarce group; most are ex-Joyce. (photo - page 154)

Est. 200-300

Firearms Tax Stamps 723

724

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#RY2, $200.00 Dark blue and red, serial number 1474, well centered, deep color, 1969 ms. cancel, slight soiling and two staple holes, very fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

1,000.00

#RY4, $200.00 Dull blue and red, serial number 2059, without gum as issued, bright colors, fresh and fine. (photo - page 154)

750.00

Revenue Collection Balance 725

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Revenue balance of mainly 20th Century, with Documentaries including “Reds”, Stock Transfers including “Greens”, Silver Tax, Wines, an apparently complete run of the Consular Fee stamps, and more, no rarities but many useful medium priced stamps throughout, mixed condition though nearly all have fine-very fine appearance.

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Est. 2,000-3,000

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THE FRANK L. HIMPSL COLLECTION OF PRIVATE DIE PROPRIETARY STAMPS The Frank L. Himpsl Collection of Private Die Proprietary Stamps is one of the finest and most comprehensive to come to the market in many years. It is replete with rarities, many of which are known in quantities of less than ten.

A large number of the rarities were purchased in famous Match & Medicine collections, such as Holcombe, Turner, Joyce and Cunliffe. Future owners of these stamps will now be able to add ex-Himspl to the pedigree.

As all serious collectors of this area are aware, the ordinary standards of condition for “normal” U.S. postage stamps simply do not apply to these stamps. The reason is obvious - the vast majority were intended to be damaged or destroyed in their use, as they were used to seal match boxes, medicine bottles and large packages.

The great majority will have thins or tears, and often both. Any time one is found with these flaws limited in nature, or in very rare cases with no flaws at all, is an extreme rarity. Overall the material offered here is well above the norm for condition on these stamps. We have endeavored to be as accurate as possible in calling all flaws on the stamps, which are often overlooked by other dealers and auction houses when offering similar items. However, we are confident that seasoned collectors will recognize what a tremendous opportunity is presented here.

Match Stamps

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#RO3b, Alexander’s Matches, 1c Blue on silk paper, quite well centered example of this terribly difficult match stamp, excellent color, thin spot at top left, nearly very fine appearance; of the less than 15 examples known all have faults and most are repaired, this is one of the more attractive copies available. (photo)

5,000.00

#RO11a, American Match Co., 3c Black on old paper, exceptionally fresh, a few minor thin spots, fine appearance; in better quality than typically encountered. (photo - page 154)

550.00

#RO13a, American Match Co. (Rock Island), 3c Green on old paper, deep rich color, two small tears and mild toning mostly at top, fine appearance; one of the key rarities of the private die match stamps and we have yet to see a copy that does not have faults. (photo)

10,000.00

#RO24d, B. Bendel & Co., 1c Brown on watermarked paper, light violet cancel, thin and tiny pinhole, fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

725.00

#RO27b, H. Bendel, 12c Brown on silk paper, deeply rich color, a few small thin spots as usual, fine. (photo - page 154)

500.00

#RO32b, Wm. Bond & Co., 4c Black on silk paper, well centered and exceedingly fresh, very fine. (photo - page 154)

275.00

#RO36a, Bousfield & Poole, 3c Lilac on old paper, typical centering, repaired as usual, fine appearance; only about a dozen copies have been recorded. (photo - page 154)

3,000.00

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#RO43a, Brown & Durling, 1c Black on old paper, fairly well centered, repaired as usual, with a portion added at left (we are aware of only one example of this stamp that has not been repaired), fine appearance; a rare match stamp. (photo - page 154)

2,500.00

#RO45e, L.W. Buck & Co., 1c Black on experimental silk paper, an unusually bright and fresh example of this very scarce stamp, thin as usual, but without any repairs that plague most copies, fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

2,250.00

735 735

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#RO46b, D. Burhans & Co., 1c Black on silk paper, strong impression, repaired at bottom right, some other small faults, fine appearance; one of the rarest of all the Match & Medicine stamps, the Aldrich census records just seven examples, all examples we are aware of are faulty to some degree; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

12,500.00

736 736

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#RO48a, Byam, Carlton & Co., 1c Black on old paper a most desirable example of this rarity, possessing ample to large margins all around, quite fresh, there are a couple of characteristic thin spots and a small internal closed tear at top, far less defective than typically seen, very fine appearance; ex-Gaudio, Combs, Donaldson. (photo)

6,000.00

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#RO50a, Byam, Carlton & Co., Two heads to left, 1c Black on buff wrapper, complete intact wrapper, some light staining which is often the case, overall fine for this frail and rare stamp. (photo - page 156)

2,750.00

#RO60a, Chicago Match Co., 3c Black on old paper, fresh color, tiny thin spot, otherwise fine. (photo - page 154)

600.00

#RO63d, Jas. L. Clark, 1c Green on watermarked paper, rouletted, rich color, thinned as usual, fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

1,000.00

Electric Match Company, 1c Black large die essay on India, mounted on 58x81mm card, very fine; Joseph Carpenter prepared these die proofs, but stamps from this company were never issued. (photo - page 156)

Est. 200-300

#RO97a, T. Gorman & Bro. 1c Black on old paper, well centered, small tear at left, very fine appearance. (photo - page 154)

900.00

742 742

743

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#RO102b, Greenleaf & Co., 5c Orange on silk paper, a wonderfully fresh and completely sound example of this rarity, strong bright color, fine; less than twenty examples are known and virtually all of the other copies have faults to some degree; ex-Joyce. (photo)

4,500.00

#RO113b, L.G. Hunt, 1c Black on silk paper, intense color and impression, red printed cancel dated Dec. 10, 1873, neatly repaired, fine appearance; a highly collectable example of this rare stamp. (photo - page 154)

1,650.00

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As an added convenience to our bidders in the sale, we offer telephone bidding during the auction which gives buyers the flexibility they may need to increase their bids as the auction proceeds. Please call our offices (800-556-7826 or 212-262-8400) to arrange for telephone bidding prior to the sale and ask for Rick Penko.

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745

746 747

748

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#RO129a, John J. Macklin & Co., 1c Black, rouletted, an incredible match stamp rarity, this stamp was printed by the American Phototype Co. in violation of the contract of Butler & Carpenter to produce private die proprietary stamps (American Phototype had a contract to produce wrappers not adhesive stamps), a controversy ensued between Macklin and Butler & Carpenter who considered the stamps that had been produced to be “a wretched piece of work and affords no guarantee against counterfeiting whatever”, in fact counterfeits have been produced to defraud the collector not the government, evidently few of the genuine stamps were produced and the real quantity of genuine examples is very small, it is hard to know how many have survived as the few recorded in surveys may have included facsimiles as well as the real stamp, our guess is that there are a total of less than six genuine examples known, another factor that is not included in the Scott listing is that there are two papers on which this stamp is found, a thin white paper and this stamp which is on a thin yellowish tissue paper as was used for match wrappers which the American Phototype company normally produced, this is the only known example on this paper, small thin spot and light creases as would be expected on this fragile paper and these are actually very minor, otherwise very fine and one of the highlights of the Frank L. Himpsl collection; 1991 PF certificate; ex-Col. Green and Joyce. (photo)

10,000.00

#RO134P3, National Match Co., 1c Blue plate proof on India paper mounted on card, top margin American Bank Note Co. imprint and plate “No. 105” block of sixteen (8x2), large margins, incredibly fresh, extremely fine and rare multiple. (photo - page 148)

1,200.00+

#RO136a, N.Y. Match Co., 1c Blue on old paper, deep rich color, hinge thin, fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

775.00

#RO137b, N.Y. Match Co., 1c Vermilion on silk paper, strong color, reperforated on all four sides, small thin, fine appearance; a presentable example of one of the rarest Match stamps, with only about five or six believed to exist; 1991 PSE certificate. (photo page 160)

11,000.00

#RO145a, Pierce Match Co., 1c Green on old paper, an attractive appearing example of this terribly difficult stamp, with virtually all known examples being faulty or repaired, this copy is neatly repaired, deep intense color, very fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

4,000.00

#RO148u, V.R. Powell, 1c Ultramarine on old paper, bright color, small thin and natural paper inclusion, fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

975.00

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751

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#RO149a, V.R. Powell, 1c Black on full wrapper, an enormously rare match stamp as a full size wrapper, with probably less than five such examples in existence, wrapper was once neatly folded well clear of the design for display purposes in an album, there are a few typical paper irregularities common to this tissue thin paper, very faint foxing, nonetheless very fine for this when compared to others, including the single Joyce example which had a large tear; ex-Combs. (photo)

7,000.00

#RO150a, V.R. Powell, 1c Black on buff, cut to shape, printed on a very thin tissue paper and thus has faults as all known copies have, including a couple small holes at bottom, fine appearance for this rare stamp. (photo - page 156)

2,750.00

752 752

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#RO182b, Wilmington Parlor Match Co., 1c Black on silk paper, a very rare example, being a mint copy with full original gum, in fact, this was at one time a horizontal pair with the ex-Joyce example, clipped perfs. at bottom as usual on this, strong color, faint translucent spot at top, fine; it is believed only four or five examples are currently known, as some of the previously recorded copies are now known to be on experimental silk paper and not this rare silk paper; ex-Col. Green. (photo)

12,500.00

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#RO183a, Wise & Co., 1c Black on old paper, strong impression, typical centering, far less faulty than normal, with a small tear at right being the only flaw (most are quite defective or repaired), fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

2,000.00

#RO185a, Zisemann, Griesheim & Co., 1c Green on old paper, attractive color, minute repair in the bottom left corner and a faint bit of soiling, fine appearance; a rare Match stamp. (photo - page 160)

2,500.00

#RO186u, Zisemann, Griesheim & Co., 1c Ultramarine on old paper, small faults including some light soiling, a fine appearing example of this scarce color variety; exCunliffe. (photo - page 160)

1,750.00

Medicine Stamps

756 756

757

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#RS4c, J.C. Ayer & Co., 1c Black on pink paper, imperforate, full margins all around, sharp impression on bright pink paper, faint trace of a horizontal crease down the middle, very fine; a choice example of this elusive medicine stamp; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

2,750.00

#RS9u, J.C. Ayer & Co., 4c Ultramarine, die cut, full intact die cutting, a few stains on the back just show through, very fine appearance; a most elusive and undervalued stamp. (photo - page 160)

775.00

#RS17a, D.S. Barnes, 4c Vermilion on old paper, fresh color, several creases as usual, fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

1,400.00

#RS24b, Demas Barnes & Co., 1c Black on silk paper, well centered, fresh color, small faults, very fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

675.00

#RS25b, Demas Barnes & Co., 2c Black on silk paper, strong impression, small repaired tear at top, fine appearance. (photo - page 160)

500.00

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762

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#RS37c, Fred Brown Co., 2c Black, die I on pink paper, mostly large margins around, bright and fresh, shallow hinge thin and a small mark below the vignette, otherwise a very fine and handsome example of this rare and popular stamp. (photo)

3,750.00

#RS40d, John I. Brown & Son, 2c Green on watermarked paper, strong rich color on fresh paper, slightly rounded corner at top right, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 160)

400.00

#RS41a, John I. Brown & Son, 4c Brown on old paper, a sound example of this elusive stamp, impressively rich color and a well incised impression, fresh and fine. (photo page 160)

550.00

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#RS41d, John I. Brown & Son, 4c Brown on watermarked paper, mint example with large part original gum, deeply rich color, small thin spot and a few short perfs., otherwise a very fine example of this rarely offered Medicine stamp. (photo)

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2,250.00

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#RS42c, Dr. John Bull, 1c Black on pink paper, well centered, strong color and impression, small thin spot and a tiny crease, very fine; a handsome example of this scarce revenue stamp; ex-Turner. (photo - page 160)

825.00

#RS43c, Dr. John Bull, 4c Blue on pink paper, strong bright color, well centered, trivial stain at top, otherwise very fine; ex-Turner. (photo - page 160)

600.00

#RS45d, J.S. Burdsal & Co., 1c Black on watermarked orange wrapper, strong bright paper color, faults as usual on this large size wrapper, fine and presentable appearance. (photo - page 156)

1,650.00

#RS47b, J.W. Campion & Co., 4c Black on silk paper, imperforate, full to large margins all around, quite fresh, trivial crease at left, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 160)

550.00

#RS47d, J.W. Campion & Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, mostly large margins around, strong color and impression, a couple light creases, very fine appearance; ex-Turner. (photo - page 160)

425.00

#RS48c, J.W. Campion & Co., 4c Black on pink paper, die cut, full margins all around, some minor paper wrinkles, very fine. (photo - page 160)

550.00

#RS53E, Dr. A. W. Chase, Son & Co., vignette essay on India, die sunk on 149x110mm card, right half of the essay is lightly toned, fine; a rare, if not unique essay. (photo - page 148)

Est. 150-200

#RS59b, Collins Bros., 1c Black on silk paper, crisp impression, sound and fine. (photo - page 160)

550.00

#RS68d, Jeremiah Curtis & Son, 2c Black on watermarked paper, bright color, faint trace of creasing, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

400.00

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#RS72b, Curtis & Brown Mfg. Co., 2c Black on silk paper, an especially attractive example of this rarity, quite fresh, strong color and crisp impression, mild crease at bottom, far less obtrusive than normally found on these “long” stamps, fine; only a small number recorded; ex-Sheupbach. (photo)

2,450.00

#RS72d, Curtis & Brown Mfg. Co., 2c Black on watermarked paper, a particularly desirable example of this scarce stamp, strong impression, the only flaw is a tiny facial scrape at right, otherwise fault free and very fine. (photo - page 164)

1,100.00

#RS74ha, Dalley’s Magical Pain Extractor, 1c Black with “$100”, on old paper, bright and fresh, small thin spot, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

500.00

#RS75c, Perry Davis & Son, 1c Blue on pink paper, strong color, just a faint trace of a crease, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 164)

400.00

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#RS82a, P.H. Drake & Co., 2c Black on old paper, a highly collectable example of this very rare stamp, fresh color, mild crease at top and small red mark at left, fine appearance; this is only the second example of the Two Cent P.H. Drake & Co. stamp our firm has ever offered. (photo)

5,000.00

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780

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#RS89a, Fleming Bros. (Liver Pills), 1c Black on old paper, imperforate, full or partial frame lines present on all four sides, thinned and a small hinge stain, fine appearance; one of the rarest Match & Medicine stamps, with less than ten copies recorded, all of which have faults to some degree. (photo)

8,000.00

#RS90u, Fleming Bros. (Liver Pills), 1c Ultramarine on old paper, imperforate, three full margins, just into the frame line at left, true ultramarine color, vertical crease at left and minor soiling, fine appearance; this is one of the rarest of all the ultramarine shades, with only a handful of copies known. (photo - page 164)

3,000.00

#RS99a, Dr. S.B. Hartman & Co., 4c Black on old paper, faults as always, a couple sealed tears and some light staining, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

2,250.00

#RS99c, Dr. S.B. Hartman & Co., 4c Black on pink paper, scissor separated perfs. as usual, bright color, thin, fine appearance; actually a very pleasing example of this elusive Medicine stamp. (photo - page 164)

1,400.00

#RS99d, Dr. S.B. Hartman & Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, especially bright color, minor thin spot and a small neat repair at right, fine appearance; despite the minor repair, this is in far superior condition to most we have seen. (photo - page 164)

1,900.00

#RS100a, Dr. S.B. Hartman & Co., 6c Black on old paper, crisp impression, light creasing and a couple faint toned spots, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

775.00

#RS103a, E. T. Hazeltine, 4c Black on old paper, quite fresh, faint trace of a small crease, otherwise fine. (photo - page 164)

900.00

#RS112a, John F. Henry, 2c Violet on old paper, usual thin spots and a small facial scrape, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

900.00

#RS113a, John F. Henry, 4c Bister on old paper, nicely centered, attractive color, thin spot at top, very fine appearance; certainly in far superior quality to most of the few known examples. (photo - page 164)

2,000.00

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#RS120d, J.E. Hetherington, 2c Black on watermarked paper, remarkably fresh, with strong color on bright paper, small filled thin, very fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

725.00

#RS123c, Hiscox & Co., 4c Black on pink paper, tiny thin speck at bottom, stains on back just show through to front in a couple places, fine appearance. (photo - page 164)

525.00

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791

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#RS123d, Hiscox & Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, an exceedingly choice example of this rare medicine stamp, it is believed that there are about a dozen of this issue known and all of these are faulty in some way, this copy has small faults, mostly thins and a small tear, attractively centered and very fine appearance; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

2,250.00

#RS130d, The Home Bitters Co., 4c Green on watermarked paper, deep intense color and impression, shows part imprint in the right margin, minor thin spots, very fine appearance; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 166)

400.00

#RS135b, S.D. Howe, 4c Red on silk paper, a select mint single, with large part original gum, excellent centering, very fine. (photo - page 166)

475.00

#RS136b, S.D. Howe, 4c Green on silk paper, mint example with part original gum, fresh color, slight thins, fine appearance. (photo - page 166)

475.00

#RS139a, T.J. Husband, 2c Violet on old paper, imperforate, close to large margins all around, strong color, small closed tear at top, very fine appearance; a rare stamp that virtually always comes with faults or repairs. (photo - page 166)

2,250.00

#RS143a, James A. Jackson & Co., 4c Green on old paper, rich color, small thin and some staining, overall a presentable example of this rarely offered Medicine stamp. (photo - page 166)

2,250.00

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#RS144b, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 1c Blue on silk paper, mint copy with large part original gum, deep color, small thin, fine appearance; less than a dozen examples have been recorded; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 166)

3,750.00

#RS144d, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 1c Blue on watermarked paper, imperforate, mint example with full original gum, large balanced margins, rich color, faint toned specks at bottom right, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 166)

600.00

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#RS145b, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 2c Black on silk paper, imperforate, full margins all around, bright and fresh, light crease, otherwise a very fine and attractive example of this rare stamp; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

2,750.00

#RS145d, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 2c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, an impressive example of this very scarce stamp, with full to extra-large margins all around, strong color and impression, trivial thin spot at left, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 166)

1,500.00

#RS146b, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 4c Green on silk paper, imperforate, nicely balanced margins, brilliantly rich color, small thin and a light crease, very fine appearance; an attractive example of this rarely offered revenue stamp; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 166)

2,400.00

#RS146c, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 4c Green on pink paper, a completely sound example of this scarce stamp, gorgeous rich color on bright paper, very fine. (photo - page 166)

1,500.00

#RS146d, Dr. D. Jayne & Son, 4c Green on watermarked paper, imperforate, full to large margins, rich color, small thin spot and a faint trace of a crease, very fine appearance. (photo - page 166)

650.00

#RS153a, J.B. Kelly & Co., 4c Black on old paper, with an interesting plate scratch at top, mostly full margins around, strong color on fresh paper, minor creasing and two small sealed tears, very fine appearance; overall a reasonably handsome example of this seldom offered stamp, with all known copies having faults. (photo - page 168)

2,250.00

#RS153a, J.B. Kelly & Co., 4c Black on old paper, another example of this rare stamp, margins just cutting at top and bottom, side margins quite wide, small faults including a thin spot, central crease and minor mounting staining, fine appearance; ex-Holcombe, “Donaldson”. (photo - page 168)

2,250.00

#RS159d, Dr. Jas. C. Kerr, 4c Blue on watermarked paper, mint single with full original gum, brilliantly fresh color on bright paper, fine; ex-Turner. (photo - page 166)

200.00

#RS160a, Dr. Jas. C. Kerr, 6c Black on old paper, usual small faults, fine appearance. (photo - page 168)

825.00

#RS163a, Jacob Lippman & Bro., 4c Blue on old paper, bright color, usual faults and a small repair at top, fine appearance; an exceedingly scarce stamp. (photo - page 168)

2,000.00

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#RS163b, Jacob Lippman & Bro., 4c Blue on silk paper, a highly select example, with deep luxuriant color and an uncommonly sharp impression, and unlike virtually every other copy, this one is fault free, the only imperfection being a small stain on the reverse which just shows through in the bottom margin, fine; only about a dozen examples have been recorded, with this being among the finest of that tiny number. (photo page 168)

2,500.00

#RS163e, Jacob Lippman & Bro., 4c Blue on experimental paper, a seldom offered stamp, strong color, extensively repaired, fine appearance. (photo - page 168)

3,750.00

#RS165a, Alvah Littlefield, 4c Green on old paper, fresh color, insignificant corner perf. crease at bottom right, a fine example of one of the truly elusive Match & Medicine stamps. (photo - page 168)

2,000.00

#RS167c, Lyon Manufacturing Co., 1c Black on pink paper, strong bright color, faint crease, otherwise fine; ex-Turner. (photo - page 168)

400.00

#RS174ic, S. Mansfield & Co., 1c Blue on pink paper, imperforate between, horizontal pair with a small part of the imprint, at top, thinned, very fine appearance; exJoyce. (photo - page 168)

750.00

#RS174jb, S. Mansfield & Co., 1c Blue on silk paper, imperforate between, block of four, deep color, trivial paper bend, fine. (photo - page 168)

500.00

#RS174jc, S. Mansfield & Co., 1c Blue on pink paper, imperforate between, block of four, strong rich color, pinpoint thin speck and a few short perfs. at bottom, otherwise fine-very fine. (photo - page 168)

1,000.00

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816 817

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#RS175a, T.W. Marsden, 2c Blue on old paper, strong color, light foxing and a small repair at top right, fine appearance; an enormous Match & Medicine rarity, with less than ten examples recorded, and all have faults or repairs. (photo)

10,000.00

#RS176a, T.W. Marsden, 4c Black on old paper, crisp impression, a few minor thin spots and a small closed tear, fine appearance. (photo - page 172)

525.00

#RS177a, Mercado & Seully, 2c Black on old paper, imperforate, nearly three full margins, just cutting at top, numerous faults, including large tears, which have been extensively repaired to preserve appearance, slight discoloration, nevertheless an important Medicine stamp rarity of which probably less than ten exist; ex-Combs. (photo - page 172)

8,000.00

#RS178c, Merchant’s Gargling Oil, 1c Black on pink paper, typical centering, strong color, small shallow thin spot, otherwise fine. (photo - page 172)

1,250.00

#RS179c, Merchant’s Gargling Oil, 2c Green on pink paper, usual centering, paper wrinkle and tear at bottom, fine appearance. (photo - page 172)

1,500.00

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820 820

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#RS184c, Dr. C.C. Moore, 2c Black on pink paper, exceptionally well centered, beautiful deep colors, for strict accuracy we mention a faint translucent spot in one perforation at right, which in no way detracts from this stamp’s gem status.

Of all the Match & Medicine stamps, the 2c C.C. Moore on pink paper is one of the most infrequently offered, in fact this is the first example our firm has offered, despite us selling some of the most comprehensive collections to come to the market in the last fifteen years (Donaldson, Combs, Maurer, Reisner, etc.). The Aldrich census records just seven copies. This example, with its excellent centering and freshness, is considered the finest of that miniscule number.

A major Private Die Proprietary Stamp rarity and certainly one of the highlights of the Frank L. Himpsl collection; ex-Joyce. (photo)

15,000.00

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822

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#RS186a, Morehead’s, 4c Black on old paper, mint copy with full original gum, thin spot at top right causing minor perf. faults, fine appearance; a rare Medicine stamp that rarely finds its way to the auction block. (photo - page 172)

3,250.00

#RS188a, Dr. M. Perl & Co., 6c Black on old paper, close margins as always (these were all cut to shape by hand), quite fresh, small repairs at top, small pinhole at left, fine appearance; only about twenty or so have been recorded. (photo - page 172)

1,650.00

823 823

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#RS191b, Bennett Pieters & Co., 4c Black on silk paper, mint example with large part original gum, very mild crease and a few trivial short perfs., a fine example of this rarity that is missing from even the most advanced collections of Match & Medicine stamps; exCunliffe. (photo)

824 824 825

826 827

828

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6,000.00

825

#RS199b, Ring’s Vegetable Ambrosia, 2c Blue on silk paper, close to large margins all around, strong vibrant color, very fine; a highly desirable example of this rarity. (photo)

4,250.00

#RS203d, Ring’s Vegetable Ambrosia, 4c Black on watermarked paper, an exceedingly rare mint example, with full original gum, trivial gum bend, usual centering for this, fine; only about twelve examples are reported to exist; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

3,250.00

#RS210b, Scheetz’s Celebrated Bitter Cordial, 4c Black, perforated, fresh color, tiny crease and a small facial rub, fine appearance. (photo - page 172)

900.00

#RS215c, J.E. Schwartz & Co., 1c Lake on pink paper, imperforate, full to large margins all around, especially bright and fresh, tiny bit of a crease, very fine; a choice example of this scarce stamp. (photo - page 172)

1,100.00

#RS218d, Seabury & Johnson, 1c Lake on watermarked paper, attractive color, mild crease and a perforation added at top left, fine appearance; a highly collectable copy of a stamp that is rarely offered at auction; accompanied by a letter from Sherwood Springer regarding this stamp. (photo - page 172)

3,500.00

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#RS231a, Jas. Swaim, 6c Orange on old paper, die cut, a seldom seen example of this terribly difficult and rare Medicine stamp, this being only the second example we have offered, with the usual faults including a crease and a couple small holes, bright color, very fine appearance; the Six Cent Swaim stamp is missing in even the most advanced M & M collections; ex-Turner. (photo)

6,500.00

830 830

831

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#RS232a, Jas. Swaim, 8c Orange on old paper, imperforate, a beautiful example of this very scarce stamp, with large margins all around, radiant color on fresh paper, light vertical crease, otherwise extremely fine; certainly among the finest quality of the small number available; ex-Joyce. (photo)

3,000.00

#RS233h, Jas. Swaim, 8c Orange on old paper, die cut, manuscript signature, a highly collectable example of this truly rare stamp, light creasing and a few small repairs, much less defective than usual, fine appearance; rarely offered in any condition. (photo page 172)

4,500.00

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#RS234b, Wm. Swaim, 8c Orange on silk paper, imperforate, a remarkably fresh example of this rarity, with gorgeous prooflike color and impression, large margins all around, a few light creases and two small toned spots in the center, very fine; one of the more attractive of the eight or so examples recorded; ex-Joyce. (photo)

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#RS234d, Wm. Swaim, 8c Orange on watermarked paper, imperforate, a spectacular example of this very scarce stamp, being a bottom right corner margin copy with full National Bank Note Co. imprint at bottom, vibrant color, light vertical crease, a minor wrinkle in the bottom right margin and a horizontal score line in the bottom margin, extremely fine; a beautiful stamp; ex-Cunliffe. (photo)

2,650.00

#RS235a, Wm. Swaim, 8c Orange on old paper, die cut, strong color, a couple light creases and a small thin spot, fine appearance. (photo - page 172)

1,650.00

#RS237d, Dr. G.W. Swett, 4c Green on watermarked paper, perforated, well centered, thin, small repair at top right and a light translucent stain at left, very fine appearance; a rarely offered stamp. (photo - page 176)

3,250.00

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837

838

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#RS238d, Dr. G.W. Swett, 4c Green on watermarked paper, die cut and perforated at ends, rich color, some very minor creasing, stain on back just shows through to the front, very fine appearance; overall a most impressive example of this very rare Medicine stamp. (photo)

3,750.00

#RS244a, U.S. Prop. Med. Co., 6c Black on old paper, well centered, a few vertical creases including one that causes slight paper splitting, faint toned spot, very fine appearance. (photo - page 176)

2,500.00

#RS245e, U.S. Proprietary Medicine Co., 1c Black on experimental silk paper, wrapper, well margined example on this difficult paper, normal folds and creases and a small closed tear at bottom, very fine appearance for this elusive wrapper stamp. (photo page 176)

500.00

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#RS247b, U.S. Prop. Med. Co., 1c Black on orange on silk paper, wrapper, nearly full size wrapper, numerous faults including creasing and several small holes, nevertheless a presentable example of this extraordinarily rare and terribly difficult stamp; ex“Donaldson”. (photo - page 176)

7,000.00

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841 842

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845

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#RS248a, U.S. Prop. Med. Co., 1c Black on Orange red on old paper, wrapper, an uncommonly choice example of this scarce wrapper, extra-large full size margins, ususal pressed out folds but otherwise without faults, extremely fine; one of the most desirable copies available; ex-Eagle, Holcombe and Cunliffe. (photo)

3,750.00

#RS264b, West India Mfg. Co., 4c Black on silk paper, Die I, nicely centered, attractive fresh color, a few light creases as nearly always, very fine. (photo - page 178)

250.00

#RS264c, West India Mfg. Co., 4c Black on pink paper, Die 1, mint copy with full original gum, strong color and impression, single small rust spot, still very fine. (photo page 178)

400.00

#RS264d, West India Mfg. Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, Die 1, well centered and fresh, a few mild creases, very fine; ex-Turner. (photo - page 178)

550.00

#RS264Ad, West India Mfg. Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, Die 2, exceedingly well centered and margined, strong color, a few light vertical creases, overall a very fine and choice example. (photo - page 178)

675.00

#RS265a, Edward Wilder, 1c Green on old paper, imperforate, a highly desirable example of this rare and exceptionally attractive stamp, featuring four large and well balanced margins, lovely rich color, tiny thin spot, still extremely fine. (photo - page 176)

2,250.00

#RS265b, Edward Wilder, 1c Green on silk paper, imperforate, well balanced margins, strong rich color, mild crease, very fine. (photo - page 176)

325.00

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#RS268b, Edward Wilder, 4c Lake on silk paper, imperforate, large even margins, attractive color, very fine. (photo - page 176)

275.00

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849

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#RS268d, Edward Wilder, 4c Lake on watermarked paper, imperforate, a marvelously choice mint example of this rarity, possessing full original gum, large balanced margins, strong rich color, very fine; seldom offered, especially in this premium quality; ex-Lilly, Cunliffe. (photo)

2,250.00

#RS269a, Edward Wilder, 4c Lake on old paper, die cut, attractive color, faults as always (creases, small tear and tiny thin), fine appearance; a very rare and undervalued stamp; 1983 PF certificate. (photo - page 176)

2,000.00

#RS270d, Rev. E. A. Wilson, 12c Blue on watermarked paper, well centered, deep color, light ms. cancel, small closed tear at top left and a minor thin spot, very fine appearance. (photo - page 176)

550.00

#RS275b, J.H. Zeilin & Co., 2c Red on silk paper, bright color, straight edge at right, shallow thin spot, otherwise fine. (photo - page 176)

1,100.00

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#RT1a, X. Bazin, 2c Blue on old paper, die cut as issued, a most impressive example of this rare unissued stamp, wonderfully well centered, bright blue color on fresh white paper, tiny thin spot, otherwise extremely fine and rarely found this nice; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 176)

1,400.00

#RT3d, Corning & Tappan, 1c Black on watermarked paper, perforated, large margins, crisp impression, small faults, very fine appearance. (photo - page 176)

825.00

E. J. Gounod & Co., 4c Black plate essay on India, mounted on card, vertical pair, fresh and very fine; this company never issued stamps and the only existing item is this plate essay. (photo - page 178)

Est. 150-200

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#RT6b, E.W. Hoyt & Co., 1c Black on silk paper, imperforate, a beautiful example of one of the scarcest perfumery stamps, large margins all around, exceptionally bright and fresh, faint trace of a crease, otherwise extremely fine; even with the ex-Joyce block of four being broken into singles, it is believed only eight copies of this stamp exist. (photo)

6,500.00

#RT6d, E.W. Hoyt & Co., 1c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, striking top left corner margin single with sideographer’s initials, some of the usual creasing and small margin thins, extremely fine appearance; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 178)

160.00

#RT8d, E.W. Hoyt & Co., 2c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, handsome single with large balanced margins all around, usual vertical creasing which does not detract from the extremely fine appearance. (photo - page 178)

1,000.00

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#RT10b, E.W. Hoyt, 4c Black on silk paper, imperforate, a highly select example of an incredibly rare stamp in imperforate format, particularly large even margins all around, exceptionally fresh, with a razor-sharp impression, the only imperfections are two faint vertical creases (virtually every copy has these creases, usually much more prominent) this is the rarest of the 4c values with less than ten copies recorded with this being among the very finest of that tiny group. (photo)

2,750.00

#RT10d, E.W. Hoyt & Co., 4c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, scarce full margined copy, strong impression, usual vertical creases and thin spots, quite typical as most examples of the dozen or so known have such faults, very fine appearance; ex-Lilly, Cunliffe. (photo - page 180)

2,250.00

#RT14b var., George W. Laird, 3c Black on silk paper, imperforate, double transfer, position 19, lavishly large margins, sharp impression, hinge thin, extremely fine appearance; especially rare showing the double transfer; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 180)

1,250.00

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863

#RT14c, George W. Laird, 3c Black on pink paper, imperforate, a marvelous example of this scarce and beautiful private die perfumery stamp, without any of the faults that normally accompany this large stamp, exceptionally fresh, with large margins all around, choice very fine; almost never encountered in this premium quality; ex-Lilly, Cunliffe. (photo)

1,250.00

#RT14d, George W. Laird, 3c Black on watermarked paper, imperforate, an exceptionally choice example of this scarce stamp, four large margins, crisp detailed impression, completely free of the faults that plague nearly all other copies, extremely fine; exCunliffe. (photo - page 180)

1,000.00

#RT15a, George W. Laird, 3c Black on old paper, die cut, with red ms. initials of Laird “G.W.L./August 1871”, full margins, small filled thin and trivial corner creasing, very fine appearance and a handsome example of this particularly rare perfumery stamp; exCunliffe. (photo)

3,000.00

#RT15c, George W. Laird, 3c Black on pink paper, die cut, strong impression on bright paper color, a few thins, very fine appearance; a highly collectable example of a stamp that is rarely offered at auction. (photo - page 180)

3,250.00

#RT16c, Lanman & Kemp, 1c Black on pink paper, nicely centered, sharp detailed impression on bright paper, very fine. (photo - page 180)

450.00

#RT24d, R. & G. A. Wright, 3c Lake on watermarked paper, mint single with large part original gum, rich color, pinpoint thin speck, fine. (photo - page 180)

525.00

#RT25d, R. & G.A. Wright, 4c Green on watermarked paper, mint example with full original gum, well centered, deep color, minute perf. thin, very fine; ex-Turner. (photo page 180)

400.00

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Playing Card Stamps

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#RU1d, Caterson Brontz & Co., 5c Brown on watermarked paper, an extraordinary offering of the rarest of all Playing Card stamps and certainly one of the rarest of all Private Die Proprietary stamps, being a mint single of which only three are known to exist, wonderfully fresh, with full o g. that has a small paper h.r. (trace of a faint thin speck below h.r.), because the stamp was so poorly centered during its production (horizontal perfs. at bottom shifted into the design), legend has it that the engraver of the stamps trimmed the stamps so that his design would remain intact, and this is true of the stamp offered here and the one offered in the Joyce collection, however this is the better margined of the two as its design is virtually intact (Joyce copy is well cut in at bottom), plus this copy still retains its perforations at bottom, very fine; one of the key rarities of the Frank L. Himpsl collection; a 1988 PF certificate was issued for this stamp but no longer accompanies; ex-“Donaldson”. (photo)

10,000.00

Private Die Proprietary Balance Lots 869

❍★P✉ Valuable balance of the Frank L. Himpsl private die proprietary collection in five binders, neatly mounted on Mr. Himpsl’s own pages, includes the basic stamps on the various different papers, with many elusive stamps cataloging hundreds of dollars each, plus there even some cataloging up to a couple thousand dollars each, these very high cataloging items being either in condition below the norm, or in some cases there were two copies present, with the better example being offered individually and the lesser quality (but still quite saleable) one left in this balance, in addition to the basic stamps, there is a plethora of related items, such as varieties (double transfers, shades), a few multiples, cancels (including the company’s cancel on proprietary stamps), covers with the company corner card (some illustrated), numerous trading cards, proofs (both die and plate), essays, company’s letterhead stationery, and more; therefore this collection is not only valuable because of the enormous catalog value (exceeding $100,000.00), but the myriad of “extra” items make this an opportunity that should not be missed.

Est. 20,000-30,000

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Covers with Match and Medicine company corner cards or illustrations, about 50 items, many being illustrated advertising covers, including some all-over designs on the front or back, in some cases they included matching letterhead or other collateral items, slightly mixed condition, mainly fine-very fine. (photo - page 184)

Est. 1,000-1,500

Medicine firm cancellation lot of about 200 either printed or handstamped cancels on various proprietary stamps, including the First Issue 1c-4c proprietary, as well as the 1871-1898 Proprietary issues, wide range of cancels though there is some duplication, stamps in mixed condition, the strikes are fine-very fine.

Est. 200-300

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Private Die Proprietary Stamps Used on Product Label The following 34 lots represent the largest collection of these to come to the market in many years. Probably not since the Henry Holcombe collection was sold in the 1960’s has there been such a variety offered at one time.

In fact, many of these are from the Holcombe collection and are offered still on the original pages Holcombe made.

When you see how these stamps were used, you can see why so few were saved and why condition is such a problem. They were often folded over edges and torn in half upon opening. All of the stamps in the following lots can be expected to have faults.

Since we have never offered (or seen) a collection like this, we have put a generic conservative estimate on each. We would not be surprised if the realizations were far in excess of these numbers.

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#RO7d, Alligator Match Company, 1c Blue on watermarked paper, portions of three stamp affixed to matchbox with Telegraph Matches label showing a train, bottom of box also present, photograph of original box. (photo - page 182)

Est. 200-300

#RO9b, American Match Co., 1c Black on silk paper, on purple matchbox for American Safety Parlor Fuses, the stamp was originally folded over the edge, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 182)

Est. 200-300

#RO9b, American Match Co., 1c Black on silk paper, single on matchbox for American Fusee Co., photograph of original matchbox and matches included. (photo page 182)

Est. 200-300

#RO17d, Barber Match Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, vertical pair and portion of a third copy on a colorful matchbox of Drawing Room Matches, the stamps were originally affixed overlapping the edges, photograph of the original matchbook included. (photo - page 182)

Est. 200-300

#RO17d, Barber Match Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, vertical pair on matchbox similar to the above lot, but this is one is for 200 matches (the previous was 300) which itself is quite scarce. (photo - page 186)

Est. 200-300

#RO17d, Barber Match Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, twelve examples which may have been a block affixed to Percussion Matches carton, photograph of the original carton and matches are included; particularly difficult to find in such a large multiple. (photo - page 186)

Est. 300-400

#RO37a, Bousfield & Poole, 3c Black, large part of the stamp affixed to matchbox of Parlor Matches, the long stamp originally wrapped and sealed the matchbox; ex-Joyce. (photo - page 186)

Est. 200-300

#RO49d, Byam, Carlton & Co., 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to Byam Matches wrapper (on tissue paper) with Byam’s portrait and poetry; a rare intact wrapper. (photo - page 186)

Est. 200-300

#RO49d, Byam, Carlton & Co., 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to wrapper with an illustration of their building, photograph of the original wrapper and matches included. (photo - page 188)

Est. 200-300

#RO62d, Jas. L. Clark, 1c Green on watermarked paper, complete example at right and a portion of another stamp at left of matchbox, for Diamond Match Co., each stamp originally overlapped the edges, photograph of the original matchbox and matches are included. (photo - page 188)

Est. 200-300

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#RO73a, Jas. Eaton, 1c Black on old paper, pair and a single affixed to blue matchbook with J. Eaton label, stamps were originally overlapped at the sides and used to seal the box, bottom portion of the box is also present, photograph of the original box is included. (photo - page 188)

Est. 200-300

#RO73d, Jas. Eaton, 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to wrapper where it was used as a sealer, photograph of the original wrapper and matches are included. (photo - page 188)

Est. 200-300

#RO78d, Eichele & Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, single affixed to matchbox with Telegraph Matches label, bottom part of the box also present, stamp originally sealed the box, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 190)

Est. 200-300

#RO78d, Eichele & Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, horizontal pair affixed to matchbox with Telegraph Matches label showing a train, bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original matchbox and matches present; the box size must have been 200 matches, requiring two stamps. (photo - page 190)

Est. 200-300

#RO78d, Eichele & Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, complete copies three stamps affixed to matchbox with Telegraph Matches label showing a train, bottom of matchbox also present; this box would have contained 300 matches. (photo - page 190)

Est. 200-300

#RO82d, Excelsior Match Co., Syracuse, 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to wrapper where it was used as a sealer, photograph of the original wrapped box and matches included. (photo - page 190)

Est. 200-300

#RO89a, William Gates, 3c Black on old paper, single affixed to matchbox of Blue Matches, the stamp originally wrapped around the box, the bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original box included. (photo - page 192)

Est. 200-300

#RO92c, William Gates’ Sons, 1c Black on pink paper, single affixed to wrapper where it was used as a sealer, photograph of the original wrapped box and matches included. (photo - page 192)

Est. 200-300

#RO101a, Greenleaf & Co., 3c Carmine on old paper, single affixed to matchbox with Round Matches label, stamp cancelled by Greenleaf c.d.s. pre-cancel, bottom portion of the matchbox present, photograph of the original matchbox and matches included; a particularly rare stamp to find on a product label. (photo - page 192)

Est. 200-300

#RO120d, Ives & Judd Match Co., 1c Green on watermarked paper, single affixed to label of Friction Matches, this label and stamp were originally affixed to a round (wood or cardboard) container, the stamp and label were carefully removed and then affixed back in their original positions, as per the photograph that accompanies; this company was short-lived, with most of the available stamps being from remainder sold to stamp dealers after the company’s demise, this could very well be a unique usage. (photo - page 192)

Est. 200-300

#RO135d, F. P. Newton, 1c Lake on watermarked paper, single affixed to matchbox of the Clark Match Co., bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 194)

Est. 200-300

#RO155b, D. M. Richardson, 1c Black on silk paper, single affixed to matchbox of Square Telegraph Matches, bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 194)

Est. 200-300

#RO158d, The Richardson Match Co., 1c Black, large portions of three stamps affixed to matchbox of Alligator Matches, bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 194)

Est. 200-300

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#RO166b, Schmitt & Schmittdiel, 1c Vermilion on silk paper, pair and a single affixed to matchbox of Superior Square, bottom portion of the box also present, photograph of the original box included. (photo - page 194)

Est. 200-300

#RO172d, Star Match, 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to wrapper where it was used as a sealer, photograph of original wrapped package and matches included. (photo - page 195)

Est. 150-200

#RO174b, Swift & Courtney & Beecher Co., 1c Blue on silk paper, pair and single affixed to matchbox of Beecher Round Match, photograph of original box and matches included. (photo - page 195)

Est. 200-300

#RO174d, Swift & Courtney & Beecher Co., 1c Blue on watermarked paper, single affixed to match wrapper with illustrated design of M. Daily Matches, photograph of original wrapped package and matches included. (photo - page 195)

Est. 200-300

#RO180a, Universal Safety Match Co., 1c Black on old paper, affixed to matchbox of Sun Match Company, stamp split from being folded over the edge, photograph of original box and matches included. (photo - page 195)

Est. 200-300

#RO184d, F. Zaiss & Co., 1c Black on watermarked paper, single affixed to illustrated matchbook of Safety Waterproof Matches, box cover also present, photograph of the original box and matches included. (photo - page 196)

Est. 200-300

Illegal usages of Match stamp on documents, five items, two are promissory notes from 1865, one with both a Barber and a Richardson match stamp, the other with two Richardson stamps, two are on documents along with the proper 2c First Issue stamps, and another has two Richardson match stamps on a land contract, fine and a most unusual lot.

Est. 200-300

Matchbook related balance of nearly 50 items, most are on the original Henry Holcombe pages, many are old matchbooks that no longer have the stamps attached (many time original matches are included), some where only a portion of the stamp is present, and some have the full stamp still attached, also other collateral items, the oldest item is a c. 1844-55 matchbook from Charles Partridge; an interesting lot for the Match Stamp specialist.

Est. 400-500

#RS75a, Perry Davis & Son, 1c Blue on old paper, on large wrapper that also served as an information sheet, tied by label of Joseph L Parker, Apothecary, Boston, fine. (photo - page 196)

Est. 150-200

#RS90a, Fleming Bros., 1c Blue on old paper, fully intact example used on portion of a cardboard wrapper for Dr. McLane’s Celebrated Liver Pills, portions of the wax sealer present, pencil ms. “20” on stamp, fine. (photo - page 196)

Est. 200-300

Perfumery stamps on product labels, a dozen or so items, all on original Henry Holcombe pages, most of these piece were originally on bottles, the stamps and the labels being removed and displayed on the album pages, with Holcombe’s notes as to when and where he found the original bottles, mostly Tetlow or Bazin, includes a few collateral items such as a handwritten letter from Wendell Weston regarding the Bazin stamp. (photo - page 196)

Est. 400-500

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Turner #S-2-A, Lincoln head design with portrait Snuff essay in black on India, 69x77mm die sunk on full size 227x302mm card, quite fresh, extremely fine; especially rare to find die sunk on the full size card. (photo - page 148)

Est. 500-750

Turner #S-2b, Lincoln head without portrait Snuff essay in black on India, 39x44mm mounted on 48x54mm card, very fine. (photo - page 180)

Est. 200-300

Turner #S-3, Lincoln head design within lathework Snuff essay in black on India, 40x44mm mounted on 52x54mm card, very fine. (photo - page 180)

Est. 200-300

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Lots 909-1263 Spink Shreves Galleries, New York, NY

WORLDWIDE STAMPS AND POSTAL HISTORY AUSTRALIA 909

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#76a, 1927 1/4 Pale turquoise blue, perf. 14, bright and fresh, o g., n.h., very fine; 1985 BPA certificate (S.G. #93; for hinged £100). (photo - page 200)

675.00

AUSTRIA 910

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#380, 1936 10S Dollfuss, “post office” fresh mint single, with strong rich color on bright white paper, exceptionally well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine (Michel #588; €1,300). (photo - page 200)

1,300.00

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#57a, 1878 “1D.” Surcharge on half of 5/- Dull rose, unsevered pair, surcharge reading up, an unusually handsome appearing and well centered example of this exceedingly rare mint pair, this example possesses a deep rose shade with brightness that is not often found on this stamp, it also retains a large portion of its original gum, h.r., accompanying certificate states “repaired tear lower right corner”, which we do not find to be so much repaired as just a laminated small tear, which is quite unobtrusive and hardly apparent from the face, extremely fine appearance; this is a wonderfully attractive example of this rarity of which there are only a tiny number extant in any condition; 2003 RPS certificate; ex-Harris, Gross (S.G. #86b; £24,000). (photo)

25,000.00

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#4, 1865 10c Blue imperforate, an especially desirable mint example, with full margins all around, extraordinarily bright and fresh, virtually full original gum, very fine; a rare stamp in this premium quality; 2009 Brandon certificate (Unitrade C$7,500.00). (photo)

2,750.00

#13, 1869 “1.Dollar.1” surcharge on 3p Green, fresh color, full original gum, one slightly toned perf. at left, otherwise fine; clear 2007 Sismondo certificate (Unitrade C$3,000.00). (photo - page 200)

1,500.00

#15, 1869 “10.Cents.10” surcharge on 3p Lilac rose, exceptionally well centered, attractive color, o.g., h.r., tiny repair at top right, very fine appearance; clear 2008 Brandon certificate (Unitrade C$2,400.00). (photo - page 200)

1,300.00

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#N2, 1915 “BUSHIRE/Under British/Occupation.” overprints on 2c Red and sepia, horizontal pair and single tied by indistinct August 1915 bilingual datestamp to cover addressed in Farsi to Chiraz, British bilingual censor seal affixed partly over franking (lifted) and tied by “Chiraz (Arrive)/28 VIII.15” postmark, cover slightly reduced at right, otherwise very fine (S.G. # 2). (photo - page 208)

Est. 150-200

#N4, N6-8, N10, 1915 “BUSHIRE/Under British/Occupation.” overprints on 5c, 9c, 10c, 12c and 24c Ahmad Shah, a spectacular five-color franking by horizontal pairs of 5c, 9c and 10c values and singles of 12c and 24c values tied by bilingual double circle August 1915 “Bushire (Depart)” datestamps to registered legal-sized cover to England, boxed “Bouchir” registry handstamp and red London registry transit backstamp, 12c stamp with gum soak stain at bottom left and cover with trifle heavy vertical pocket fold, otherwise a very fine and rare usage; signed W.T. Wilson (S.G. #4, 6-9). (photo - page 208)

Est. 1,000-1,500

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#25, 1913 5M Slate and carmine, watermarked lozenges, used with clear “Duala, Kamerun/30.17.13” datestamp, fresh colors, a couple nibbed perfs at lower right and faint trace of a small crease at left, otherwise very fine and rare used; signed Senf (Michel #25; €4,800). (photo - page 200)

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#2, 1851 6p Slate violet on laid paper, an outstanding used example, featuring four extra-large margins, strong color and a fine detailed impression, light target cancel that fills out the central vignette perfectly, extremely fine; a marvelous condition rarity; 2002 Brandon certificate (Unitrade C$2,500.00). (photo)

1,750.00

#2, 1851 6p Slate violet on laid paper, used, full to huge margins all around, sumptuously rich color and a well defined impression, very fine and quite desirable; 2009 PF certificate (Unitrade C$2,500.00). (photo - page 200)

1,750.00

#4, 1852 3p Red on medium wove paper, rare mint single showing a minor re-entry (Pane B, position 53), full to mostly large margins all around, brilliantly rich color, full original gum, very fine; 1989 APS certificate and a 2006 Brandon certificate (Unitrade #4viii; C$4,000.00+). (photo - page 200)

1,400.00

#4c, 1852 3p Red on ribbed soft paper, used, full margins all around, lovely rich color and a strong impression, light grid cancel, very fine; 1995 Brandon certificate (S.G. #22) (Unitrade C$750.00). (photo - page 200)

550.00

Unitrade #4xii, 1852 3p Red, major re-entry, Pane B, position 61, showing doubling in the “3”s and lettering, full to mostly large margins all around, deep color, target cancel, faint trace of a crease at bottom right, otherwise very fine; clear 2002 Brandon certificate (S.G. #5b). (photo - page 200)

C$1,200.00

#17b, 1859 10c Brown, unused, nicely centered for this, strong color, regummed, very fine; 2011 Greene Foundation certificate (Unitrade C$1,500.00). (photo - page 200)

800.00

Unitrade #18Pi, 1859 12½c Yellow green, plate proof on India with red “Specimen.”, block of four, large margins, strong fresh color, top left stamp with faint hint of a crease, very fine. (photo - page 200)

C$1,100.00+

Unitrade #20TC, 1864 2c Deep rose trial color plate proof on India, mounted on card, right margin imprint block of six (positions 19-20/39-40), other three margins full, brilliantly fresh, very fine; a most attractive imprint block. (photo - page 208)

C$1,500.00+

#28, 1868 12½c Blue, mint single with deep intense color and a prooflike impression on fresh white paper, large part o g., fine; 1963 RPS certificate (Unitrade C$2,800.00). (photo - page 200)

1,200.00

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#30d, 1876 15c Greenish gray on script watermarked paper, perforated 11½x12, with a small portion of the watermark visible at top right, a spectacular used example, being remarkably well centered within lavishly large margins, attractive color, light fancy leaf cancel, extremely fine; clearly among the very finest copies known of this rare watermark variety (Unitrade C$8,000.00). (photo)

5,000.00

#38a, 1876 5c Slate green, perforated 11½ x 12, fresh mint single, with bright rich color, well centered, usual streaky o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; 1996 APS certificate (Unitrade C$1,500.00). (photo - page 200)

1,100.00

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#61, 1897 $1.00 Jubilee, excellent centering within lavishly large margins, wonderfully bright and fresh, o.g., never hinged, very fine; 1989 PF certificate (Unitrade C$3,600.00). (photo)

2,650.00

#63, 1897 $3.00 Jubilee, exceptionally well centered within particularly large margins, strong rich color, o.g., never hinged, rather large natural gum crease, extremely fine; clear 1989 APS certificate (Unitrade C$6,000.00). (photo - page 200)

3,750.00

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We welcome your call to answer any questions you have or to help you in preparing your bids. Please ask for Rick Penko or Chris Anderson.

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Unitrade #66P-73P, 1897-98 ½c-10c Queen Victoria “Maple Leaf ” issue, plate proofs on card cplt. in blocks of four, all with large margins around, brilliant colors, 6c with horizontal crease between proofs, otherwise extremely fine; a very scarce and stunning set of proof blocks. (photo)

C$8,000.00+

Unitrade #68P, 1897 2c Purple, plate proof on India, block of twelve mounted on card, large margins around, crease in bottom margin breaks the paper, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 202)

C$1,200.00+

Unitrade #68Pi, 1897 2c Dull purple, plate proof on card, top margin block of four, other margins also large, bright and fresh, extremely fine. (photo - page 202)

C$400.00+

★/★★PB #71, 1897 6c Brown “Maple Leaf ”, top margin imprint and plate No. 1 block of eight, strong rich color, o g., h.r. in the selvage only, all stamps are never hinged, fine; a scarce plate block; cataloged simply as eight singles (Unitrade C$800.00+). (photo - page 202)

2,600.00+

★★/★❑#83, 1898 10c Brown violet “Numeral”, bottom margin block of four, lovely fresh color, o.g., top stamps are lightly hinged and very fine, bottom stamps are never hinged (with short gumming at bottom) and fine (Unitrade C$2,300.00+). (photo - page 202)

2,400.00+

#87, 1899 “2 Cents” surcharge on 3c Carmine “Maple Leaf ”, mint block of sixteen, well centered throughout, including some choice large-margined stamps, bright color, o.g., n.h., very fine-extremely fine (Unitrade C$1,440.00+). (photo - page 202)

720.00+

#94, 1904 20c Olive green, attractively centered within large margins, especially deep color and a prooflike impression, o g., n.h., small natural gum skips, very fine (Unitrade C$3,125.00). (photo - page 200)

1,700.00

#112, 1922 5c Violet, wet printing, top margin imprint and plate No. A-25 strip of four, well centered and margined, deep color, o.g., n.h., very fine; cataloged as four singles (Unitrade C$660.00+). (photo - page 200)

320.00+

★/★★❑#115, 1925 8c Blue, dry printing, mint block of four, beautifully centered and margined, deep intense color and impression, o.g., top stamps hinged, bottom stamps never hinged, extremely fine and choice (Unitrade C$480.00+). (photo - page 202)

225.00+

★/★★❑#122, 1923 $1.00 Orange, dry printing, mint block of four, radiant color, well centered (especially the bottom right stamp), o g., top stamps h.r., bottom stamps n.h., very fine (Unitrade C$1,200.00). (photo - page 202)

670.00

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#157c, 1929 20c Dark carmine, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, flawlessly centered, deep vibrant color, o g., n.h., an extremely fine and uncommonly choice example of this error (Unitrade C$375.00). (photo - page 200)

280.00

#174a, 1930 12c Gray black, imperforate, horizontal pair, large margins all around, fresh color, o g., n.h., very fine (Unitrade C$2,500.00). (photo - page 200)

1,050.00

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Canada booklet lot of 48 complete booklets (Unitrade #BK3/44), with catalog values to C$600.00 (#BK20b in French), three others catalog C$500.00 each, just slight duplication, some minor booklet flaws (slight wear or light creases), fine-very fine; these were cataloged using the price listed in Unitrade, which are for booklets in fine condition, though some would certainly quality as very fine.

C$7,200.00

#C1a, 1928 5c Brown olive air post, imperforate, horizontal pair, large even margins all around, fresh color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1989 PF certificate (Unitrade C$525.00). (photo - page 200)

375.00

Unitrade #CL9d, 1926 (25c) Elliot-Fairchilds Air Service pane of eight with top right stamp inverted, fresh pane, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine. (photo - page 202)

C$525.00

#E5a, 1932 20c Henna brown special delivery, imperforate, vertical pair, large margins all around, strong color, o.g., n.h., extremely fine (Unitrade C$1,200.00). (photo page 204)

950.00

#E6a, 1935 20c Dark carmine special delivery, imperforate, select quality horizontal pair, with exceedingly large margins all around, deep color on fresh paper, pristine o.g., n.h., extremely fine (Unitrade C$1,200.00). (photo - page 204)

950.00

#E7a, 1939 10c Dark green special delivery, imperforate, horizontal pair, large margins, marvelously fresh, o.g., l.h., very fine (Unitrade C$800.00). (photo - page 204)

650.00

#E8a, 1938 20c Dark carmine special delivery, imperforate, vertical pair with large margins all around, fresh color, o g., n.h., very fine (Unitrade C$1,200.00). (photo - page 204)

950.00

#F1b, 1875 2c Rose carmine registration, excellent centering within especially large margins, strikingly vibrant color and a vivid impression, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine (Unitrade C$500.00). (photo - page 204)

340.00

★★PB #O25, 1951 $1.00 Ferry, “G” overprint, bottom left corner imprint and plate No. 1 block of four, well centered and fresh, o g., n.h., very fine (Unitrade C$750.00). (photo - page 208)

560.00

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#170, 1900 6p Mafeking surcharge on 3p Purple on yellow, position 3, a fresh example of this enormously rare mint stamp, wonderfully bright colors, uncharacteristically well centered, o g., h.r., insignificant gum crease, very fine; one of the very few mint examples of this stamp we have ever offered; signed H. Bloch and accompanied by a 2008 BPA certificate; ex-“Sovereign” (S.G. #9; £6,000). (photo)

16,500.00

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#1, 1878 1ca Large Dragon on thin paper, used with neat “Customs Chinkiang/Dec 10, 83” postmark, fresh and well centered, very fine. (photo - page 204)

475.00

#79c, 1897 Small “2 cents.” surcharge on 3c red, no period after “cents”, unused (no gum), rich color on fresh paper, light creases, fine appearance. (photo - page 204)

800.00

#82, 1897 Large “4/cents.” surcharge on 3c red, unused (no gum), light ink spots, otherwise fresh and fine. (photo - page 204)

1,500.00

#159a, 1912 $2.00 Brown red and yellow with inverted Statistical Department overprint, an exceptionally well centered example of this overprint error, o g., lightly hinged, very fine (Chan #165b). (photo - page 204)

600.00

#161 var., 1912 1c Ocher, Commercial Press overprint, top character shifted to right, the overprints of this printing company are normally told by this character being shifted slightly to the left, this variety is dramatically shifted the opposite way, deep color and clearly impressed overprint, full o g., lightly hinged, couple short perfs at left, fine and rare overprint variety; unlisted in Scott (Chan #167h). (photo - page 204)

Chan 1,500.00

#178-89, 1912 1c-$5.00 Sun Yat-sen, cplt, lovely fresh colors, o.g., lightly hinged or with a small h.r., $2.00 with trivial crease in the top margin, fine-very fine. (photo - page 204)

1,492.00

#190-201, 1912 1c-$5.00 Yuan Shih-kai cplt, strong bright colors, o.g., h.r.’s, $5.00 with short perfs. at top, fine. (photo - page 204)

1,067.00

#205a var., 1913 3c Blue green, London Printing, horizontal gutter pair completely imperforate between, fresh color, quite well centered, o.g., small h.r., one trivial toned perf. at top, otherwise very fine (Chan #211biv). (photo - page 204)

Chan 400.00

#496 var., 1942 30c Dull vermilion, Central Trust printing on thin Chinese wood free paper, imperforate, horizontal pair with left sheet margin, unused, without gum as issued, wide margins all around, fold in selvage well away from stamp, extremely fine pair; listed but unpriced in Chan; signed S.C. Veen (Chan #588b). (photo - page 204)

Est. 100-150

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963 964 965

★❑

★

★

★

#498 var., 1942 50c Sage green, Central Trust printing on native paper with lines, compound perf. 11x13, top sheet-margin block of four, unused, without gum as issued, excellent color, fresh, very fine and scarce perforation variety; not listed in Scott; signed S.C. Veen (Chan #576a). (photo - page 208)

Chan 720.00

#1091a, 1953 Chiang Kai-shek souvenir folder, without gum as issued, back cover with a couple scuffs, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 208)

600.00

#1091a, 1953 Chiang Kai-shek souvenir folder, without gum as issued, folder with a couple trivial creases, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 208)

600.00

#B14-16, 1954 40c+10c to $5.00+$1.00 Semi-postals, two complete sets, one being a corner sheet-margin set, without gum as issued, fine-very fine. (photo - page 204)

435.00

Sinkiang 966

★

#C3, 1932 15c Deep blue with red air post overprint, rich bright color on fresh paper, o.g., a fine example of this rare air post stamp; signed Sanabria and accompanied by a 1981 BPA certificate (Chan #PSA3). (photo - page 204)

1,000.00

Offices in Tibet

967 967

★

#1a, 1911 3p on 1c Ocher with inverted surcharge, exceptionally well centered (especially for this), bright color, slightly dried o.g. as all known examples have, very fine; a major error rarity, with only two panes of twenty (40 stamps total) being printed with the inverted surcharge; 1981 BPA certificate (Chan #T1a). (photo)

3,500.00

People’s Republic of China 968 969 970 971 972

★★

★★

★★

★★

★★

#655-60, 1963 4f-10f Cuban Revolution cplt, fresh, o g., n.h., #659 with small spot on gum, very fine. (photo - page 204)

675.00

#708-10 var., 1963 8f-10f Giant Pandas, imperforate cplt., one 8f with imprint in the top margin, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 204)

425.00

#982-90, 1968 8f Literature and Art cplt., bright colors, o.g., n.h., #988 with a trivial bit of gum disturbance, very fine. (photo - page 216)

2,250.00

#1054-57, 1971 4f-22f Paris Commune cplt., o.g., n.h., 4f with tiny trace of a crease, fine-very fine. (photo - page 216)

545.00

#1067-75, 1971 50th Anniversary cplt, with #1072-74 in a strip of three (#1074a), o.g., n.h., the strip with a faint horizontal score line, very fine. (photo - page 216)

670.00

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915

951

925

962

964

963

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975

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★★

★★

#1383a, 1978 Science Conference souvenir sheet, without gum as issued, fresh and very fine. (photo - page 208)

675.00

#1399, 1978 $5 Galloping Horses souvenir sheet, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 208)

750.00

#1399, 1978 $5 Galloping Horses souvenir sheet, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 208)

750.00

976

★★

#1433, 1978 $3 Flying Fairies souvenir sheet, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 208)

625.00

977

★★

#1452, 1978 $2 Hsiang-kiang River bridge souvenir sheet, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 210)

600.00

#1586, 1980 8f Year of the Monkey, right sheet-margin single, brilliantly fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine. (photo - page 216)

1,950.00

978

★★

979

★★

#1586, 1980 8f Year of the Monkey, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 216)

1,950.00

980

★★

#1586, 1980 8f Year of the Monkey, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 216)

1,950.00

981

★★

#1586, 1980 8f Year of the Monkey, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 216)

1,950.00

982

★★

#1626-27, 1980 8f & 70f Exhibitions of the People’s Republic of China in San Francisco miniature sheets of twelve in original presentation folder, o g., n.h., very fine; also includes a first day cover with singles of both values. (photo - page 210)

500.00

#1824-31, 1982 4f-70f Western Zhou Dynasty Bronzes cplt., complete sheets of 35, o.g., n.h., very fine.

761.00

#1832, 1983 8f Year of the Pig, complete sheet of 80, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo page 210)

1,600.00

#1833-37, 1983 4f-70f Stringed Instruments cplt., complete sheets of 50, o g., n.h., very fine.

1,475.00

#1864-71, 1983 4f-80f Female Roles in Peking Opera cplt., complete sheets of 49, o.g., n.h., very fine.

1,556.00

#1904, 1984 $2 Zhou Fang painting souvenir sheet, four mint sheets, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 210)

680.00

983 984 985 986 987

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★★❑

★★❑

★★❑

★★

COOK ISLANDS 988

✉

#5, 7, 1892 1d Black and 2½d Blue, white paper, single of former and single and “L” shaped strip of five of latter, cancelled by separate strikes of violet triple circle “Cook Islands, Rarotonga/PO” postmarks to legal sized registered cover to San Francisco, matching perfectly struck circular “Government of the Cook Islands” handstamp with stars at center and boxed “Post Office/30 Aug 92/Cook Islands” handstamp, double circle “Registered, Auckland/8 Sp 92” transit and matching “R” in circle, San Francisco registry arrival backstamp, bottom right stamp small faults and cover with minor nick at bottom left, otherwise a very fine and scarce early registered usage (S.G. #1, 3). (photo page 210)

Est. 300-400

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984

982

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990

991

992

993

E

E

✉

✉

★★❑

Costa Rican Coat of Arms large wash pen and ink drawing on heavy card measuring 175x245mm, prepared by the American Bank Note Company as the model for the central vignette featured on the 1863 First Issues, manuscript “American Bank Note Co./New York/Arms of Costa Rica” on reverse, very fine and incredibly handsome; certainly unique; ex-Mayer. (photo - page 210)

Est. 2,000-3,000

Costa Rican Coat of Arms large die proof on India mounted on 75x102mm card, used by the American Bank Note Company as the model for the central vignette featured on the 1863 First Issues, just the faintest trace of pinpoint toning specks, very fine and extremely handsome; perfect for a frontispiece for a specialized collection or exhibit of Costa Rica; also accompanied by a large die proof of the Costa Rican flag engraved by the National Bank Note Company, mounted on full sized card measuring 153x228mm, couple of hinge mounting marks on face of card mounting (not the proof itself); ex-Scriba, Mayer. (photo - page 210)

Est. 750-1,000

Great Britain #54, 1867 1/- Green, plate 4, right wing-margin horizontal strip of three tied to 1869 folded entire from Valparaiso, Chile to San Jose, Costa Rica, addressed to the Minister of Affairs, the strip paying the triple rate for carriage via the British post office in Valparaiso and then through Panama, bit indistinct split-ring Valparaiso c.d.s. on reverse dated January 9, 1869, the strip cancelled with an error date of January 30 (instead of January 10) and the cover then placed on a Pacific Steam Navigation company steamer heading north to Panama, there it received a “A Panama/Ja 20/69” transit c.d.s., and then sent onward, via Puntarenas, to San Jose, very light vertical file fold passes through right stamp in strip, overall a very fine and handsome cover; ex-Mayer. (photo - page 210)

Est. 750-1,000

Scadta inbound cover from Barranquilla to Ocana, with 1921 “Valor 30 Ctvos/S.C.A.T.A.” inverted surcharge on 50c Light green (Colombia #C21 var.) cancelled by violet time stamp, San Jose transit backstamp, cover opened at right and bottom, minor cover faults and stamp with small tears in the wide sheet margin, fine; a rare commercial usage; ex-Mayer. (photo - page 212)

Est. 500-750

#CLCR5 var., 1923 30c Blue with overprint “C.R.”, the overprint being printed rather than the usual handstamped “C.R.” (the 30c is the only value that comes this way), complete sheet of 25, exceedingly bright and fresh, well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine; even single examples are difficult to come by, a sheet is very rare; unlisted in Scott; exMayer (Sanabria #SCR13). (photo - page 212)

Est. 1,500-2,000

DENMARK 994

❍

#16c, 1871 2s Gray and ultramarine, Inverted Frame, used, portion of Copenhagen town c.d.s., attractively centered, fresh colors, nearly very fine; ex-Cunliffe (Facit #20 var.). (photo - page 216)

775.00

FIUME 995

✉

#1-23, B1-3, E1, P1, 1918 “FIUME” overprints on 2f-10K Issues, the 28 values on two registered covers to Antun, each tied by clear “Fiume/918-Dec.18” datestamp, most typographed overprints, but several including 10f Rose red and 10K with handstamped overprints, fresh and extremely fine. (photo - page 212)

Est. 200-300

FRANCE 996

★

#65, 1876 2c Green on greenish, Ty. I, rich fresh color, o g., lightly hinged, fine; signed A. Brun and accompanied by a 1993 von der Weid certificate stating never hinged (Yvert #62; €1,900). (photo - page 216)

1,450.00

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997

998

993

1001

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999

1002

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BK

Yvert #256-C1, 1927 Booklet of two panes of Scott #B34, o.g., n.h., small pencil note on the inside front cover, one pane with a small natural inclusion, very fine. (photo - page 212)

€1,000

German Occupation of Alsace and Lorraine 998

★★❑

#N9, 1870 2c Red brown, with network points down, a lovely “post office” fresh left sheet-margin mint block of four, incredibly bright, with strong color and impression on white paper, exceptionally well centered, full clean o.g. with just a couple of minor gum bends, never hinged, a very fine and choice block; exceedingly scarce in this pristine condition; ex-Cunliffe (Yvert #2b; for hinged €1,220+). (photo - page 212) for hinged 1,060.00+

999

★★❑

#N10, 1870 4c Gray, with network points down, a very scarce and uncommonly fresh mint block of four, considerably stronger color than usual, o.g., never hinged, mild natural horizontal gum bend on bottom pair of little importance, fine-very fine; ex-Cunliffe (Yvert #3b; for hinged €1,220+). (photo - page 212) for hinged 1,060.00+

1000

★★❑

#N12, 1870 10c Bister, with network points down, fresh mint block of six (3x2), lovely bright color and impression on crisp paper, unusually well centered, o.g., never hinged, just the faintest trace of toning (largely at edges on reverse), otherwise very fine and quite scarce as a mint multiple; ex-Cunliffe (Yvert #5b; for hinged €1,830+). (photo - page 212) for hinged 1,590.00+ GERMAN NEW GUINEA

1001

✉

#1, 4-5, 1897-98 “Deutsch-/Neu-Guinea” overprints on 3pf Brown, 20pf Ultramarine and 25pf Orange, cover with block of 40 3pf, vertical strip of three and single 20pf and two vertical pairs 25pf all tied by numerous strikes of “Matupi/15/7, 01” datestamps to unaddressed cover, cover with two harmless tears at top left, otherwise very fine and striking (Michel #1, 4-5). (photo - page 212)

Est. 200-300

GERMAN STATES Bavaria 1002

✉

#1, 1849 1kr Black, plate 1, single with mostly large margins to touching frame line at top, tied by cog wheel cancel to printed circular to Ober Gunsburg, straightline “MUNCHEN/9 SEP.1850.VII” postmark, fine and scarce printed matter usage (Michel #1 Ia; €6,500). (photo - page 212)

7,250.00

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1003 1003

❍

Michel #129Uu, 1951 15c Dark blue violet Posthorn, imperforate at bottom, used single, with large irregularly separated imperforate margin at bottom, deep color, 1952 Bremen c.d.s., very fine; an enormously rare error, with only ten copies possible to exist, but according to the 1994 GPS certificate this is the only recorded example; 1979 and 1994 GPS certificates, as well as a 1994 Schlegel certificate. (photo)

€1,500

GREAT BRITAIN 1004 1005

❍

✉

#1, 1840 1p Black, unplated single with large margins all around, intense color on fresh paper, red Maltese Cross cancel, choice very fine (S.G. #2; £275). (photo - page 216)

350.00

#1a, 1840 1p Intense black, plate 1b, choice single with four large balanced margins, deep prooflike color and impression, tied by light red Maltese Cross on folded letter to Forfar, Glasgow backstamp of Nov. 21, 1840, extremely fine; an especially select stamp on a fresh cover; 2009 PF certificate as a generic Scott #1 Penny Black (S.G. #1). (photo - page 218)

750.00

1006 1006

1007

(★)

★★

#109a, 1884 10/- Cobalt on white paper, an exceedingly fresh unused example of this rare stamp, possessing brilliantly rich color on immaculate white paper, beautifully centered as well, very fine; a highly desirable example of a stamp that is almost never found in unused condition; 1955 RPS certificate; ex-Sir Gawaine Baillie (S.G. #182; £35,000). (photo)

30,000.00

#140, 1902 5/- Carmine rose, stunning color that is extraordinarily deep and intense, vivid impression on immaculate white paper, well centered, o g., n.h., extremely fine and choice; 1998 APS certificate (S.G. #264; for hinged £350). (photo - page 216)

600.00

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★

#142, 1902 £1 Blue green, handsome top sheet-margin single, well centered and exceptionally fresh, o.g., h.r. in the selvage, the stamp itself is lightly hinged, trivial natural gum wrinkle, very fine; clear 2009 PF certificate (S.G. #266; £2,000). (photo)

2,000.00

1009 1009

1010

★★

✉

#209, 1929 £1 P.U.C., a remarkably choice “post office” fresh mint example, outstanding centering, strong color and impression on bright white paper, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1990 APS certificate (S.G. #438; for hinged £750). (photo)

1,400.00

1978 Mount Everest commemorative covers signed by Tenzing Norgay and John (Baron) Hunt, three unaddressed covers commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the first ascent to Mount Everest, all are signed by both Tenzing Norgay, the famous sherpa, and John (Baron) Hunt, who is known as the leader of the expedition. In addition, there are three commemorative booklets also signed by both Norgay and Hunt (a total of six items signed by both), plus there are some unsigned covers and other commemorative items, very fine. (photo - page 218)

Est. 400-500

HAITI 1011

★★

#C169a var., 1960 Fifteenth Anniversary of the United Nations souvenir sheet of three, a visually striking group of four souvenir sheets, each with various Inverted Frames, all different, two with green frame (1.00g) inverted (one of which is also missing the 50c frame), two have the orange frame (50c) inverted (one of which is strongly shifted with parts of the frame at top and bottom of the sheet), o.g., n.h., one with tiny spot of gum disturbance, very fine; ex-Cunliffe. (photo - page 218)

Est. 300-400

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980

981

994

1013

1025

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1035

1007

1004

1017

1015

1032

979

978

1023

1038

1036

1019

1024

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✉

#C13, 1925 25c Blue surcharge on 20c Brown, single tied by violet June 30, 1925 flight cancel (AAMC #2) on local cover, with violet boxed cachet on reverse, stamp and cover are quite fresh, a couple light vertical file folds not affecting the adhesive, very fine; a scarce flight cover. (photo - page 218)

Est. 300-400

ICELAND 1013

★

#C12-14, 1933 1K-10K Hopflug air post cplt., bright colors on fresh white paper, o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; each accompanied by a 1970 PF certificate (Facit #165-67; SK 17,500). (photo - page 216)

2,100.00

THE CHRISTOPHER C. SMITH COLLECTION OF CLASSIC INDIA Arranged and cataloged by Stanley Gibbons Issue For Sind Province

1014 1014

1015

❍

❍

S.G. #S1, 1852 ½a White “Scinde Dawk”, select used example, ample to huge margins all around, clear embossing on fresh paper, diamond of dots and light ms. “x” cancels, choice very fine; 2010 RPS certificate (Scott #A1; $1,500.00). (photo)

£1,300

S.G. #S2, 1852 ½a Blue “Scinde Dawk”, cut round, used with ms. cancel, surface slightly abraded, otherwise fine and rare; 2010 RPS certificate (Scott #A2; $6,500.00). (photo - page 216)

£5,500

1854 Lithographed Stamps

1016 1016

★

S.G. #1, 1854 ½a Vermilion, pos. 91, without gum as produced, a particularly handsome left sheet-margin part imprint single, with uncommonly large even margins on the other three sides, rich color on fresh paper, extremely fine and choice; 1999 BPA certificate (Scott #1; $1,200.00). (photo)

£1,200

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x1010

x1011

1012

1020

1021

1027

1026

1028

1029

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★

S.G. #1a, 1854 ½a Deep vermilion, without gum as produced, large even margins all around, characteristic intense color on fresh paper, horizontal crease, extremely fine appearance; 1993 RPS certificate. (photo - page 216)

£1,900

1018 1018

1019

1020

1021

1022

1023 1024 1025

★❑

★

★❑

❍❑

★

★

★

★

S.G. #1a, 1854 ½a Deep vermilion, pos. 29-30, 39-40, without gum as produced, an impressive right sheet-margin part imprint mint block of four, with large even margins on the other three sides, characteristic intense color, horizontal crease at center between the stamps ending in a short tear in the selvage, otherwise very fine and striking; a rare and attractive multiple of the unissued 1854 ½a “9½ Arches” issue; 1995 RPS certificate, exFerrary. (photo)

for singles £7,600

S.G. #2, 1854 ½a Blue, die I, without gum as issued, attractive left sheet-margin part imprint mint vertical pair, ample to mostly large margins, bright and fresh, very fine. (photo - page 216)

for singles £190

S.G. #2, 1854 ½a Blue, die I, without gum as issued, a desirable right sheet-margin partial imprint mint block of eight (4x2), the left pair showing a natural inking irregularity, generous margins all around, incredibly fresh, very fine and handsome. (photo - page 218)

for singles £760

S.G. #3, 1854 ½a Pale blue, die I, seldom seen used block of four, ample to huge margins all around, fresh color, two neat lozenge cancels, pressed out vertical crease between the stamps and bottom pair with a light horizontal crease, extremely fine appearance. (photo - page 218)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #6, 1854 ½a Blue, die II, pos. 34 and 32, without gum as issued, attractive right sheet-margin partial imprint mint vertical pair, with ample to large margins on the other three sides, fresh and very fine. (photo - page 216)

for singles £170

S.G. #11, 1854 1a Deep red, without gum as issued, ample to large margins all around, characteristic intense color, very fine; 2011 Sismondo certificate. (photo - page 216)

£650

S.G. #12, 1854 1a Red, die 1, without gum as issued, four large to very large margins, deep rich color, trivial inclusion not visible on face, extremely fine. (photo - page 216)

£425

S.G. #12, 1854 1a Red, die 1, without gum as issued, attractive mint single, with ample to mostly huge margins, particularly fresh with strong color, choice very fine; 2011 Sismondo certificate. (photo - page 216)

£425

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1027

1028

1029

1030

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✉

✉

★❑

✉

S.G. #12, 1854 1a Red, die 1, pos. 75, single with ample to huge margins, just tied by diamond of dots cancel to cover from Bombay to Jaulnah, reverse with red boxed “Bombay/9 Oct 1854/Paid” postmark and red boxed “Jaulnah/11 Oct 1854/Paid” arrival postmark, very fine early usage. (photo - page 218)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #13, 1854 1a Deep red, die II, pos. 52 from “D” stone, single with large margins all around, tied by “1” in diamond of parallel lines of the Bombay Head Post Office (Renouf ty. 4f) to small cover to Secunderbad, red Bombay datestamp and 1855 Secunderbad backstamp, extremely fine. (photo - page 218)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #13, 1854 1a Deep red, die II, a superb horizontal pair, featuring lavishly large even margins all around, luxuriant color and a strong impression, tied to reverse of locally addressed cover by well struck diamond of dots cancellations (Cooper ty. 1) and matching thimble “Bombay/4 IV Dely/Mr 13, 55” datestamp, cover slightly reduced at right, still extremely fine and strikingly handsome. (photo - page 218)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #14, 1854 1a Dull red, die II, without gum as issued, an especially handsome top left corner margin mint block of eight (4x2), with full sheet selvages showing the corner ornament and part imprint, other two margins large and even, wonderfully fresh, with bright color on crisp clean paper, top right stamp with a small thinned spot, otherwise extremely fine; a desirable multiple from stone “D” showing retouches on pos. 2, 3 and 11. (photo - page 218)

for singles £640

S.G. #14, 1854 1a Dull red, die II, oversized even margins all around, tied by “B/1” in octagon postmark of Calcutta (Renouf Ty. 7) to cover to Capt. Henry Mills of the 2nd Bengal Native Infantry and forwarded twice during the Indian Mutiny of 1857 from Barrackpore near Calcutta to Allahabad in the northwest and finally to Futtehpore just northeast of Lucknow in Oudh, three backstamps and well as boxed “TOO LATE” and double oval “forwarded By/Robinson, Dalfour & Co., Calcutta” forwarding agent’s handstamp, which is not listed in Row, extremely fine. (photo - page 218)

Est. 150-200

1031 1031

1032

❍

❍

S.G. #17, 1854 4a Indigo and red, 1st printing, head die I, frame die I, pos. 4, a lovely used single, with large to huge margins all around, including a bit of the blue wavy dividing line at upper left, vivid fresh colors on crisp clean paper, neat and unusually light diamond of dots cancel, extremely fine; 2011 RPS certificate. (photo)

£700

S.G. #18, 1854 4a Blue and pale red, 1st printing, head die I, frame die 1, pos. 8, attractive used single, four ample to huge margins, fresh colors on clean paper, light diamond of dots cancel, extremely fine; signed Sismondo and accompanied by his 2011 certificate. (photo - page 216)

£600

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✉

S.G. #18, 1854 4a Blue and pale red, 1st printing, head die I, frame die 1, two singles cut to shape but each with margins all around, tied by diamond of dots cancels to 1855 folded cover from Madras to a member of the Bengal Army at Umballa, ms. “pr Steamer” directive, red boxed Madras datestamp and matching “India Paid” in crescent, red circular and boxed Calcutta transit backstamps, showing an additional 3a being levied, red Umballa backstamp and boxed “PM” handstamp indicating late delivery, fresh and very fine; an unusual domestic usage of two 4a lithographed stamps; 2011 RPS certificate. (photo - page 224)

Est. 400-500

1034 1034

1035

1036

❍

❍

❍

S.G. #19, 1854 4a Blue and red, 2nd printing, head die II, frame die I, an extraordinary used single, boasting extravagantly wide margins all around, including showing the blue wavy line dividing line at left, top and partially at right, wonderfully fresh, with rich colors on immaculate paper, light diamond of dots cancel, an extremely fine gem; a nicer example would be a challenge to locate. (photo)

£400

S.G. #19, 1854 4a Blue and red, 2nd printing, head die II, frame die I, four large to huge margins, including the blue wavy dividing line at top and bottom, bright and fresh, diamond of dots cancel, faint horizontal crease, extremely fine appearance. (photo - page 216)

£400

S.G. #19, 1854 4a Blue and red, 2nd printing, head die II, frame die I, single with watermark inverted and reversed from pos. 1, four ample to clear margins, Bombay “1” in diamond of dots cancel, fine; 2000 BPA certificate. (photo - page 216)

£400

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S.G. #19, 1854 4a Blue and red, 2nd printing, head die II, frame die I, pos. 1-2, select horizontal pair with inverted watermark showing the blue wavy dividing line between the stamps, large even margins all around, strong colors, light diamond of dots cancel, extremely fine; a premium quality pair from the wide setting; annotated and signed Holcombe. (photo)

£1,800

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1039

1040

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S.G. #21b, 1855 4a Blue and red, 3rd printing, head die IIIa, frame die 1, margins clear to touching outer frame line, deep rich colors, neat diamond of dots postmark and a bit of a red cancel as well, nearly fine; 2007 RPS certificate. (photo - page 216)

£2,000

S.G. #23, 1855 4a Blue and red, 4th printing, head die III, frame die II, ample to huge margins all around, fresh colors, light “1” in diamond of parallel lines cancel, very fine. (photo - page 216)

£325

S.G. #23, 1855 4a Blue and red, 4th printing, head die III, frame die II, ample margins to just touching outer frame line at right, used with bold “124” postmark of Aden, deep rich colors on fresh paper, fine. (photo - page 226)

£325+

1041 1041

1042

1043

1044

1045

1046

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❍

1044

S.G. #23, 1855 4a Blue and red, 4th printing, head die III, frame die II, pos. 1516, horizontal pair with cross registration mark in the top center margin and showing close 2mm spacing without the dividing line, ample to mostly large margins all around, strong fresh colors on white paper, diamond of dots cancel, left stamp with a sealed tear at top, fine-very fine appearance. (photo)

£1,300

S.G. #23, 1855 4a Blue and red, 4th printing, head die III, frame die II, cut to shape and tied by “C/10” in diamond of dots cancel of Bangalore to blue cover to Cheltenham, England, red Bangalore origin and Bombay backstamps, Bombay red boxed “India Paid” as well as Madras “India Paid” in crescent handstamps, red “London/Paid/Au 13 58” arrival postmark, very fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 400-500

S.G. #23, 1855 4a Blue and red, 4th printing, head die III, frame die II, cut to shape but with margins all around, cancelled by “C/135” postmark of Palamcottah on folded cover to England, red “Madras/1856/No 26” datestamp and their matching “India Paid” in crescent, “Via Southampton” directive and tombstone “Paid/11Ja, 1857” entry postmark, red boxed Palamcottah departure backstamp and Hurst Green arrival backstamp, cover with scattered small toned spots and a bit of edge wear, fine; 2011 RPS certificate. (photo - page 224)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #25, 1855 4a Blue and rose-red, 5th printing, head die III, frame die II, an especially handsome used example, possessing uncommonly wide margins all around and being beautifully cancelled by light “1” in diamond of parallel lines cancel of Bombay, lovely fresh colors on crisp white paper, extremely fine and choice; signed Buhler and Holcombe. (photo)

£550

S.G. #25, 1855 4a Blue and rose-red, 5th printing, head die III, frame die II, an impressive used example, featuring lavishly large margins all around, fresh colors on crisp clean paper, neat “1” in diamond of parallel lines postmark of Bombay, an extremely fine gem; signed Holcombe and accompanied by 1967 BPA certificate. (photo - page 226)

£550

S.G. #25, 1855 4a Blue and rose-red, 5th printing, head die III, frame die II, a gorgeous used single, huge even margins all around, strong colors on fresh white paper, neatly cancelled, extremely fine and choice; signed Isaac. (photo - page 226)

£550

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1048

1049

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S.G. #25, 1855 4a Blue and rose-red, 5th printing, head die III, frame die II, pos.

3-4, horizontal pair showing the intermediate setting, used with “B/1” in octagon postmark of Calcutta, ample to mostly large margins all around, strong colors, very fine and desirable. (photo)

£2,500

S.G. #25, 1855 4a Blue and rose-red, 5th printing, head die III, frame die II, huge margins to close but clear at base, cancelled by “86” in diamond of parallel lines of Dharwar and tied to cover to England by red boxed “India Paid” of Bombay, ms. “Via Southampton” directive and red tombstone “Paid/5 Jul, 1857” entry postmark, Bombay and Ludlow backstamp, blue cover with some oxidation spots not noted on the certificate, otherwise very fine; 2011 RPS certificate. (photo - page 224)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #2, 14, 23, 31, 1854 ½a to 4a Lithographed issues used in Singapore, singles of each, except the ½a a horizontal pair, each with “B/172” in octagon postmark of Singapore, all with clear to mostly large margins, ½a with some staining on reverse from adhesive and 1a small thin spot, otherwise fine-very fine. (photo - page 226)

£1,545

Lithograph Stamp Collection Balance 1050

★❍✉

India 1854 ½a to 4a Lithographed issue exhibition collection balance still on exhibit pages, with a few mint singles, numerous used singles and a few multiples, plus covers, the collection is comprised of eight covers and 67 stamps of the ½a, including die types, many retouches and shades, 37 1a stamps with a variety of dies and shades, three covers and nineteen stamps representing the 2a, and ending with a 4a on cover, six cut square singles and thirteen cut to shape examples, some usual faults, many fine-very fine; four certificates accompany.

Est. 2,000-3,000

1854 Two Anna Green 1051

1052

1053

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S.G. #31, 1854 2a Green, without gum as issued, left sheet-margin mint block of four, with ample to mostly large margins on the other three sides, bright and fresh, top left stamp with a small inclusion at lower right, very fine and attractive (Scott #5; $480.00 for singles). (photo - page 226)

for singles £520

S.G. #31, 1854 2a Green, horizontal strip of four, ample to large margins all around, cancelled by two strikes of “B/172” in octagon postmark of Singapore (S.G. #Z64), very fine and scarce multiple; 2011 Sismondo certificate. (photo - page 226)

for singles £380

S.G. #31, 1854 2a Green, margins to touching at right, tied by “1” in diamond of parallel lines cancel of Bombay to registered cover to Secunderbad, boxed “REGISTERED/LETTER No.” handstamp and ms. “1403” as well as manuscript “Registered Letter and Stamped” endorsement at top, red 1855 Bombay and Secunderbad backstamps, very fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 150-200

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1048

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1056

1059 x1078

1069 1079

1058

1080

1086

1087

1088

1068

1090

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S.G. #31, 1854 2a Green, ample to large margins all around, tied along with 1856 4a Black (S.G. #45) to cover from Benares to England, manuscript “Via Bombay & Marseilles” directive, two different red boxed “INDIA PAID” handstamps, red 1857 tombstone “Paid” entry handstamp with ms. “8”d due, Benares, Bombay and Cheltenham backstamps, very fine mixed issue franking. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

1855-1856 Queen Victoria Heads 1055 1056

1057

1058

1059

1060

1061 1062

1063 1064 1065

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✉

★

(★) ★

★

(★) ★

S.G. #35, 1855 4a Black on blue glazed paper, unused, attractively centered, regummed, very fine; 2000 PF certificate as o.g. (Scott #9; $725.00). (photo - page 226)

£750

S.G. #36, 1855 8a Carmine on blue glazed paper, die I, tied along with a Pale blue, 1a Brown and 2a Dull pink (S.G. #38, 39, 41) by Calcutta datestamps and “B/1” in octagon cancels (Renouf Ty. 7a, without the outermost octagon) to 1861 cover to Boston, “per Str. Nemesis/via Marseilles” directive, oval “Forwarded By/Goddard & Co./Calcutta” handstamp on reverse, red boxed “INDIA PAID” handstamp, red London transit and ms. “1/6” credit, “Boston Am. Pkt./Oct 4” backstamp, red “16/cents” credit and “5” due for local delivery, very fine and handsome four-color franking as well as being a very scarce cancellation. (photo - page 224)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #37a, 1856 a Blue, die 1, imperforate, fresh unused single, ample to mostly large margins, very fine; 2011 Sismondo certificate (Scott #11a; $475.00 for pair). (photo page 226)

for pair £475

S.G. #38, 39, 46, 49, 1856 ½a Pale blue, 1a Brown, 4c Grey-black and 8a Palecarmine, singles of each tied by “Calcutta/Mr 18, 62” duplex postmarks to mourning cover to New York, “Overland via Bombay” directive, red boxed “INDIA/PAID” handstamp of Bombay, red London backstamp and “PD” handstamp along with red crayon “1/7” credit, “N. York/Br. Pkt/May 4” entry postmark, very fine; a scarce and attractive four-color franking. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #38, 39, 46, 48, 1856 ½a Pale blue, 1a Brown, 4c Grey-black and 8a Carmine, singles of each cancelled by blue rectangular boxed “U.S. Consulate/Calcutta” handstamps and tied by four strikes of “Calcutta/22 Sp, 62” datestamps to folded letter to Boston, “Via Marseilles” and “pr Nubia” directives, red boxed “INDIA/PAID” handstamp of Bombay, red “London, Paid/Oc 27, 62” transit with ms. “1/7d” credit, arrived in Boston with red “16/cents” credit handstamp and “Boston Am Pkt./5/Nov 13” entry postmark, horizontal filing crease at top affecting the adhesives, otherwise a very fine and handsome four-color franking usage. (photo - page 224)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #41, 1860 2a Dull pink, a premium quality mint example of this difficult stamp, remarkably fresh, full clean o.g., barest trace of hinging, very fine; 2011 Sismondo certificate (Scott #13; $750.00). (photo - page 226)

£750

S.G. #42, 1859 2a Yellow-buff, unused, fresh color, fine; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #15; $450.00). (photo - page 226)

£450

S.G. #42a, 1859 2a Yellow-buff, imperforate, mint single, four ample to large margins, bright color, o g., h.r., very fine; 1978 RPS certificate (Scott #15b; $1,750.00 for pair). (photo - page 226)

for pair £1,600

S.G. #43, 1863 2a Yellow, remarkably fresh with bright color, full clean o g., tiny trace of hinging, slightly soiled, still very fine; 2011 RPS certificate. (photo - page 226)

£550

S.G. #44, 1858 2a Orange, unused, good color and impression, fine; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #15a; $700.00). (photo - page 226)

£700

S.G. #49, 1856 8a Pale-carmine, well centered, lovely bright color and fine impression, o.g., very fine; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #18; $600.00). (photo - page 226)

£650

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1040

1046

1052

1062

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1065

1064

1066

1057

1060

1061

1070

1071

1072

1085

1084

1074

1081

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S.G. #50, 1856 2a Yellow-green, well centered, bright and fresh, regummed over faint horizontal crease at top, very fine appearance and rare (Scott #14; $725.00). (photo page 226)

£1,400

1067 1067

1068

1069

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P

P

S.G. #50a, 1856 2a Yellow-green, imperforate, attractive mint single, mostly ample margins to large at bottom, original gum, h.r., very fine and rare; 2011 RPS certificate; pairs catalog £3,000.00 (Scott #14a; $2,000.00 for pair). (photo)

Est. 1,000-1,500

S.G. #50 var., 1856 2a Yellow-green, die proof of Sperati reproduction, signed by him in pencil at base and with his handstamp numbered “38” on reverse, very fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #51P, 1860 8p Black die proof on glazed card, 92x60mm, with pencil notation “After Hardening 6th April 59” at bottom, fresh and very fine; ex-Kor-I-Nor. (photo page 224)

Est. 300-400

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1071

1072

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★

★★

S.G. #51, 1860 8p Purple on bluish, select mint single, wonderfully fresh and well centered, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 2003 RPS certificate (Scott #19C; $275.00). (photo - page 226)

£300

S.G. #51, 1860 8p Purple on bluish, wonderfully fresh, with rich color on strongly blued paper, full clean o.g., l.h., very fine; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #19C; $275.00). (photo - page 226)

£300

S.G. #51, 1860 8p Purple on bluish, bright and fresh, o g., n.h., trivial mild gum crease, very fine; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #19C; $275.00 for hinged). (photo - page 226)

for hinged £300

1073 1073

★

S.G. #65, 1865 8a Carmine, die I, a pleasing mint example of this surprisingly scarce stamp, vivid rich color, nicely centered, o.g., h.r., a few blunt perfs. at top not noted on the certificate, otherwise very fine; seldom found with original gum; 2011 RPS certificate (Scott #25; $2,000.00). (photo)

£2,000

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1075

1076

1077

1078

1079

1080 1081

1082 1083

1084

1085

1086

1087

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★

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P

E

P P

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★

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P

P

S.G. #66, 1866 6a Purple Foreign Bill fiscal stamp overprinted “Postage” in green, uncommonly fresh mint example, good color on clean paper, original gum, very fine; 1999 BPA certificate (Scott #29; $1,000.00). (photo - page 226)

£1,000

S.G. #66, 1866 6a Purple Foreign Bill fiscal stamp overprinted “Postage” in green, scarce horizontal strip of three, used with several strikes of blue “B/1” in octagon of Calcutta and ms. strokes, rich luxuriant color on fresh paper, a few reinforced perf. separations at bottom between the left pair, very fine (Scott #29; $420.00 for singles). (photo - page 226)

for singles £420

S.G. #68, 1866 6a Purple Foreign Bill fiscal stamp overprinted “Postage” in green, scarce mint example, deep rich color on fresh paper, o.g., h.r., small internal crease at center, otherwise very fine; 2002 RPS certificate (Scott #30; $1,850.00). (photo - page 226)

£1,900

S.G. #79, 1874 1R Slate, handsome top right corner sheet-margin mint block of nine with partial imprints, exceptionally well centered for this, deep rich color, crisp and intact, o.g., l.h. in the selvage only, the stamps all n.h., extremely fine (Scott #35; $585.00 for hinged singles). (photo - page 224)

for hinged £585+

S.G. #86 var., 101 var, 1883 9p Rose and 1R Slate, die proofs of Sperati forgeries, each signed in pencil by Sperati and with his handstamp numbered “38” on reverse, very fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 150-200

1882 6a Black essay die proof on glazed card, 92x60mm, stamped “13 MAY 81” and “BEFORE HARDENING,” fresh and extremely fine; this 6a value was prepared to replace the 1876 issue, but never produced. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #101P, 1883 1R Black die proof on glazed card, 92x60mm, stamped “13 MAY 81” and “BEFORE HARDENING,” fresh and extremely fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #101 var., 1883 1R Slate, Khundo Sakharam postal forgery type 3, large die proof, printed on thin 32x34mm card, two small stained spots, otherwise very fine and rare. (photo - page 226)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #101 var., 1883 1R Slate, Khundo Sakharam postal forgery type 2, unused without gum as made, small perf. fault at left, otherwise fine. (photo - page 226)

Est. 100-150

S.G. #101 var., 1883 1R Slate, Khundo Sakharam postal forgery type 2, used with town cancel and portion of violet company handstamp, small thinned spot, fine appearance. (photo - page 226)

Est. 100-150

S.G. #101 var., 1883 1R Slate, Khundo Sakharam postal forgeries type 2 and type 4, unused examples of each, former without gum as produced and latter o g., h.r., former with perf. faults at top, otherwise fine. (photo - page 226)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #101 var., 1883 1R Slate, Khundo Sakharam postal forgeries type 1 and type 2, used singles of each, former affixed to piece alongside genuine example and latter used with town and pen cancels, fine. (photo - page 226)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #105P, 1892 1R Black frame only die proof on glazed card, 92x60mm, stamped “21 JUL 91” and “BEFORE HARDENING,” fresh and extremely fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #105P, 1892 1R Black vignette only die proof on glazed card, 92x60mm, stamped “21 JUL 91” and “BEFORE HARDENING,” fresh and extremely fine. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

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S.G. #51, 1860 8p Purple on bluish, single tied by “Umballa/Se 17, 61” duplex postmark and ms. “Stamped” to cover to England, endorsed “From no 317 Pt Henry Rodgers/E Troop” and countersigned by his commanding officer, enabling it to travel at the concessionary rate for military personnel, red boxed “INDIA/PAID” handstamp and Indore, London and Sheffield backstamps, cover with a few minor edge stains at top, very fine; a desirable usage of the scarce 8p on bluish paper as it is seldom found in its intended use on soldier’s letters; 2001 Sismondo certificate. (photo - page 224)

Est. 300-400

1089 1089

1090

✉

✉

S.G. #54, 60, 61, 74, 1856-68 ½a Blue, die I, 1a Chocolate, 2a Yellow and 8a Pale rose, die II, singles of the first three and 8a horizontal pair, tied by “Tellicherry/May 27/16/M-14” duplex postmarks to cover to Paris, “Via Bombay & Brindisi” handstamped directive, nine backstamps indicating transport via rail from Salem on 28 May to Sholapore, arriving with their 30 May traveling post office marking, then Bombay on 31 May, then Pairs on 21 June and forwarded to St. Jean du Doigt, very fine; an attractive four-color franking paying the triple rate. (photo)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #65, 1865 8a Carmine, die I, two folded covers from the same insurance company correspondence to London, first paying the 1oz rate franked by horizontal pair and 8p horizontal pair (S.G. #52), the second paying the 1½ oz rate franked by horizontal pair and single (corner missing) and 2a Orange (S.G. #62), all stamps tied by bold strikes of “Forwarded By/Bainbridge & Co./Madras” handstamps to prevent theft of postage and “Madras, India Paid” 1868 duplex postmarks red London arrival postmarks, very fine and attractive duo. (photo - page 224)

Est. 500-750

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1093

1092

1096

1095

1094

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1092

1093

1094

1095

1096

1097

1098

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✉

✉

✉

✉

✉

✉

✉

S.G. #66, 1866 6a Purple Foreign Bill fiscal stamp overprinted “Postage” in green, single tied along with 8p Purple on white (S.G. #52) by bold double circle “Bombay, India Paid/Jy 24, 66” duplex postmark and ms. strokes to cover to England, “Via Marseilles” directive and Dorking backstamp, cover with mended opening tears at left, otherwise a very fine and scarce usage (Scott #29; $700.00). (photo - page 230)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #66, 1866 6a Purple Foreign Bill fiscal stamp overprinted “Postage” in green, single tied along with 8p Purple on white (S.G. #52) by blue “B/1” in octagon of Calcutta and oval Gillanders, Arbuthnot & Co. forwarding agents handstamp to folded cover to Liverpool, “Via Bombay & Marseilles” directive, Calcutta November 21 1866 and Liverpool backstamp, very fine and scarce usage (Scott #29; $700.00). (photo - page 230)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #69, 1866 4a Green, single tied along with two 8p Purple (S.G. #52, one light stain), by “Kurrachee/18 Ju, 70” duplex postmark to folded letter to Bordeaux, clear blue double oval “Forwarded By/Jemsetjee Rustomjee/Kurrachee” handstamp across the stamps and repeated at bottom left, “Via Marseilles” directive, boxed “P.D” handstamp and red French entry c.d.s., Bombay and Bordeaux backstamps, very fine; this forwarding agent is not recorded by Rowe. (photo - page 230)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #69, 72, 1866-67 4a Green, die 1 and 6a8p Slate, singles of each tied by blue “B/1” in octagon cancels of Calcutta and green “Stamped” security handstamps to separate 1867 covers from the same correspondence to London, these being a bank letter and a duplicate letter sent by different routs to insure the receipt of at least one, the 4a cover with “Via Southampton” directive and the 6a8p cover with “Via Bombay/Via Marseilles” directive, both with red “Calcutta/No 8, 67” backstamps, 6a8p with London Dec. 6 receiver and marked “Keep these good exchanges” and 4a with Dec. 11 receiver and no notations, very fine; an interesting pair showing that the Marseilles route was both faster and more expensive. (photo - page 230)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #72, 1867 6a8p Slate, two covers from the same correspondence from Poona to Guernsey, Channel Islands with “Via Marseilles” directives, first July 1866 franked by 8p Purple, 1a Chocolate horizontal pair and 4a Grey-black (S.G. #52, 60, 46), the other September 1867 franked by 6a8p, which was issued specifically to pay the ½oz rate via Marseilles, very fine duo. (photo - page 230)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #79, 1874 1R Slate, tied along with 2a Brown-orange (S.G. #63) by “Madras/May 15” duplex postmark to 1875 folded cover to London, “Via Bombay & Southampton” directive, London backstamp, forwarded to West Cowes, Isle of Wight with Great Britain 1d Rose-red, plate 147 and ½d Rose-red (S.G. #43, 48) tied by “London/Ju 17, 75” duplex postmarks, Cowes arrival postmark, a very fine and desirable mixed country franking with the scarce 1 Rupee issue. (photo - page 230)

Est. 500-750

S.G. #79, 1874 1R Slate, horizontal pair tied along with 4a Green, die I and 8a Pale rose, die II (S.G. #69, 74) by Hyderabad duplex postmarks to 1876 registered Salar Jung correspondence cover to London, printed “Via Brindisi” directive, boxed registry handstamp, red oval London registry receiving datestamps, cover with opening tear at top and stamps with small faults, nevertheless a very scarce usage of the 1 Rupee value. (photo page 230)

Est. 300-400

S.G. #101, 1883 1R Slate, horizontal pair and single, tied along with 1a Brown-purple, 2a Pale blue and 4a Olive-green horizontal strip of four (S.G. #88, 91, 95) to 1889 cover from Bombay to London, printed “Via Brindisi” directive, Sea Post Office and London backstamps, very fine and scarce four-color franking paying the 5½ oz. rate. (photo - page 230)

Est. 150-200

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1106

1107

1108

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1099

1100

✉

✉

S.G. #106, 1892 1R Green and aniline-carmine, single tied along with 2a Pale violet (S.G. #116) to 2a Registered envelope to Cairo, Egypt by 1903 Allahabad datestamp, boxed Allahabad registry handstamp, violet “AR” (Advice of Receipt) handstamp, “Insured” label affixed at top left and red ms. “Insured for Five Pounds” notation, backstamped, very fine; an unusual usage of the elusive 1R bi-colored issue. (photo - page 230)

Est. 100-150

S.G. #107-09, 1895 2R-5R Victoria, singles of each along with eight other different Victoria values and two Edward values that were available to the sender in 1903, all tied

by Benares datestamps to registered cover to Bordeaux, red Paris transit and Sea Post Office and Bordeaux backstamps, opening tear at top center and a couple stamps with a small fault or toned spot, fine; though a philatelic usage, the Victoria high values are seldom found on covers. (photo - page 230)

Est. 200-300

Flight Cover 1101

✉

1911 World’s First Official Air Mail Flight, Allahabad, flown picture post card to Bombay franked by “¼” surcharge on ½a Blue-green (S.G. #110) tied by clear magenta “First Aerial Post/U.P. Exhibition Allahabad, 1911” flight cachet, “Allahabad/18 Fe, 11” postmark and Bombay receiver struck two days later, fresh and extremely fine. (photo page 230)

Est. 400-500

Abyssinian Field Force 1102

❍

Abyssinian Field Force postmarks, six clear to bold strikes of “FF” in grid on separate stamps, comprised of 2a Yellow-buff, 8p Purple (2), 4a Green and 6a8p Slate (2) (S.G. #42, 52, 64, 72), generally fine. (photo - page 234)

Est. 150-200

Military Mail 1103

1104

1105

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S.G. #39, 1856 1a Brown, tied by “239” cancellation of Dugshai to cover to Scotland, endorsed at top by sender Lance Corporal William Cobden of the 92nd Highlanders and duly countersigned by the commanding officer at lower left to insure the concessionary rate, three July 1860 backstamps, very fine; this letter overpays the 8p (1d) concessionary rate from India to the U.K., the 1a stamp was the lowest value available to the Lance Corporal, the 8p stamps were issued in May of 1860, but apparently had not reached Dugshai yet, given the choice of using the 1a and overpaying by 4p (½d) or sending the letter postage due, which would cost a full 1d more, the Lance Corporal overpaid, but saved the recipient ½d; 2001 Sismondo certificate. (photo - page 230)

Est. 200-300

Great Britain S.G. #44, 1858 1d Lake-red, tied by “Liverpool/3 No 62” duplex to cover addressed to “Private Tayakerly, Detachment of H.M. 57th Regiment Light Infantry, Allahabad or elsewhere, India,” arriving with red “Bombay, De 16, 62” backstamp, manuscript “George Tayakerly Died 28th February 1862” notation and probably returned to England, top flap missing, otherwise fine; ex-Sattin. (photo - page 232)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #52, 1860 8p Purple on white, horizontal pair tied by “Seetapore/Ap 1, 64” duplex postmark to cover to England, endorsed by the sender and countersigned by the commanding officer to achieve the concessionary rate, red Futtygurh and Bombay backstamps and red boxed “INDIA PAID” and Huntingdonshire arrival backstamp, cover with portion of top flap missing and repaired at top center where small piece missing, otherwise fine; a rare combination rate showing the Soldier’s and Seamen’s Private Ship Letter rate, one 8p stamp paying the standard soldier’s rate and the other 8p to pay the ship Captain’s gratuity; ex-Sattin. (photo - page 232)

Est. 300-400

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9p Vermilion Soldier’s and Seamen’s postal stationery envelope to England cancelled by bold “N” in grid cancel, Jubblepore origin backstamp, Bombay transit backstamp with boxed “Too Late” and Ashford receiving backstamp, neat “Southampton Ship Letter/Mr 21, 81” entry postmark, very fine; with the closing of the Southampton route in 1880 the increased soldier’s rate via Brindisi caused an uproar among soldiers who complained about the higher rate, accordingly arrangements were made with the P & O line so that soldiers could still send letters at the 9p rate via P & O non-contract steamers, there was no regular service, so letters were sent this way only when a non-contract steamer was available at Bombay, letters travelling at this lower rate were postmarked with the Southampton ship letter datestamp to indicate they had traveled via this route; ex-Sattin. (photo - page 232)

Est. 150-200

S.G. #52, 63, 1860 8p Purple and 1865 2a Brown-orange, singles of each tied by “Peshawar/Jun 23, 76” duplex postmark to cover to England with full military etiquette, ms. “Via Brindisi” directive, Umballa, Bombay and Nottingham backstamps, portion of backflap and top left corner missing, a fine example of this very rare rate; in 1872 the Italians extended their railway from the French border to Brindisi via the Mont Cenis tunnel, effective from April 1874 the P & O used it for letters marked “Via Brindisi” as a faster route to connect their mail lines to India and the Far East, regulations stated soldiers had to prepay any foreign postage on letters carried across a foreign country in addition to their privilege postage, the Italian charge in 1876 as 3d, making the soldier’s letter rate 4d, or 2a9p in Indian currency, the 8p postage stamps were sold for 9p from April 1874 until new 9p stamps arrived. (photo - page 232)

Est. 300-400

9p Vermilion Soldier’s and Seamen’s postal stationery envelope to England cancelled by bold “Gwalior/Apr 13” duplex postmark and bearing the full military etiquette, clear “Plymouth Ship Letter/My 17, 82” and red London backstamps, very fine; the last noncontract steamer via Southampton arrived on 29 December, 1881, in order to maintain the 9p non-contract facility, the P & O commenced using Plymouth as the falling port of call before the steamer reached the new P & O depot at London, this service applied only to homeward bound mail, letters travelling at this 9p rate via Plymouth were postmarked with the ship letter datestamp and are quite rare; ex-Sattin. (photo - page 232)

Est. 200-300

S.G. #87, 1882 9p Aniline carmine, vertical pair tied by bold “Umballa/10 Fed 92” duplex postmark to cover to England with full military etiquette, Bombay and Stoke-onTrent” backstamps, extremely fine; a very rare combination rate showing the Soldier’s and Seamen’s Private Ship letter rate, one 9p stamp to pay the standard soldier’s rate and the other 9p paying the ship Captain’s gratuity. (photo - page 232)

Est. 300-400

India military mail collection balance of 24 covers from the 1860s to the 1880s, 21 of which have full military etiquettes, rates include 8p (4), 9p (5, two different frankings), 1a (4, two different), 1a8p (3, two different), 1a9p (2) and 2a, also includes three unused and three used 9p Vermilion “Soldier’s and Seamen’s Envelopes,” one with Southampton ship letter datestamp, some small faults, most fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

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1112

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India monumental classic period cancellation collection offered intact, thousands of stamps as well as many covers mounted on exhibit pages or arranged in four stockbooks and representing a comprehensive collection of India postmarks from 1854 to the 1880s, the exhibition collection is an extensive study of Renouf Ty. 1-13 cancellations and is comprised of many hundreds of stamps and covers neatly mounted and eruditely written up on 120 pages and includes many Lithographed issues, in addition there is a red stockbook with the continuation of the exhibit, a green stockbook with some rare district post and travelling post office material, a blue stockbook with a really nice group of urban cancellations on and off cover and finally, a smaller green stockbook with a lot of extra cancel material, the entire collection contains a plethora of scarce, rare and seldom seen material that took decades to assemble and would be a challenge to replicate in today’s market.

Est. 3,000-4,000

India Queen Victoria assortment of a few hundred mint and used stamp arranged in a stockbook, starts with a used ½a white “Scinde Dawk” cut octagonally (with 2010 RPS certificate) and continues with a range of 1854 ½a and 4a values, the latter mostly cut to shape, plus two essays, a selection of mostly used De La Rue issues, 1866 6a “Postage” overprint tied to large piece, a few used abroad cancels and ending with an interesting display of fakes and forgeries, mixed condition but well worth a look.

Est. 750-1,000

India Queen Victoria De La Rue issues mostly mint collection of a few hundred singles and a few blocks housed in a small stockbook, with generally light duplication throughout mainly for shade varieties, better mint include 1855 4a and 8a on blue glazed paper, 1860 8p block of four (2), useful 1865 watermarked values to 4a, 1866 6a “Postage” Ty 1 (3) and Ty. 2 (2) overprints on fiscals all used, 1868 8a die II (5) and a block of six, 1882-90 watermarked star set complete, 1895 2R-5R (2) and more, a couple regummed or unused, most o.g. or n.h., fine-very fine; four certificates accompany.

Est. 1,000-1,500

India Queen Victoria De La Rue issues postal history exhibition collection balance and accumulation comprised of 57 covers from the 1855 issue to 1902 mounted and written up on exhibit pages, plus another 100 or so covers and postal stationery entires (some unused) which did not fit into the collection, the collection is basically an attempt to assemble usages of as many different adhesives as possible to show rates and usages, plus there are many mixed frankings to make up the relevant rates, largely covers to the U.K., but local usages and other destinations are also present, with many useful items in the $50.00 to $250.00 retail value range to be found throughout, some faults among the unmounted material, otherwise mostly fine-very fine; a desirable lot with excellent variety.

Est. 1,500-2,000

INDIAN STATES See also lot 1216 for a Bamra collection 1115

1116

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S.G. #6, 1885 “JHIND/STATE” overprint on 1R Slate, o.g. with some small black album page adhesions, fine and scarce; only 480 stamps were overprinted; 2011 Sismondo certificate (Scott #37; $700.00). (photo - page 234)

£500

Indian Convention States mint sheet group consisting of Gwalior S.G. #112, 113 and O91 in sheets of 120, Jind S.G. #144a sheet of 320, Patiala S.G. #92 sheet of 120, plus #109, 110, 112, 113 and 114 in sheets of 320, o g., n.h., there may be a slight imperfection here and there, but overall quite fresh and fine-very fine. (photo - page 236)

S.G. £34,960

IONIAN ISLANDS 1117

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#NC3, 4a, 6, 1941 25d Rose, 30d Dark green and 100d Brown air post, complete pairs of each (the 30d with overprint reading up), tied by 1941 c.d.s. cancels on cover to Aohna; on the reverse are regular 2d pair and singles of 5d, 40d and 80d (two) also tied, cover opened for display, very fine; the three air post stamps alone catalog $2,700.00 just as used singles. (photo - page 232)

Est. 1,000-1,500

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#NC4-5, 6a, 1941 30d Dark green, 50d Violet and 100d Brown air post, complete horizontal pairs of each (100d with overprint reading up), tied by 1941 c.d.s. cancels on cover to Aohna, on the reverse are singles of the regular 5d, 40d, 80d (two) and 30d air post also tied, cover with minor stain at top right, otherwise very fine; the three air post stamps alone catalog $4,150.00 just as used stamps. (photo)

Est. 1,500-2,000

IRELAND 1119

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#1-18, 1922 ½d to 10/- Dollard and Thom overprints, the complete sets of eighteen stamps, except the two carmine overprints (#10A, 11A) tied to six registered W.T. Wilson covers to Birmingham, England, comprised of the ½d to 1/- values on two covers, the 2½d-9d valued with red overprints on one cover and the 2/6, 5/- and 10/- high values on separate covers, the low values with “Granby Row, Dublin/8 My, 22” datestamps and the high values with similar 18 May postmarks, each with registry etiquette, very fine and scarce (S.G. #1-9, 4b, 6a, 8b, 10, 12, 14-15, 17, 19, 21). (photo - page 232)

Est. 300-400

#2a, 1922 1p Scarlet, inverted overprint, brilliantly fresh, with vibrant color on pristine white paper, well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine; 1990 APS certificate (S.G. #2a; for hinged £275). (photo - page 234)

for hinged 300.00

#37 var., 1922 5/- Seahorse, with Thom overprint in dull blue black and not the shiny blue black that is listed, horizontal right margin pair, excellent centering and exceedingly fresh, o.g., n.h., extremely fine; 1970 and 1995 BPA certificate noting at one time this was a separate listing of S.G. #45a (S.G. #45 var.; as normal hinged £500+). (photo - page 234)

1,150.00+

ISRAEL 1122 1123

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#28-30, 1949 5p-35p New Year cplt. with full tabs, bright and fresh, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 234)

675.00

#J1-5, 1948 3m-50m “Doar Ivri” Postage dues cplt. in tabs, though we believe the 5m and 20m may have reattached tabs, well centered, fresh colors, o.g., n.h., very fine; 20m and 50m accompanied by clear 2009 PF certificates; cataloged as a complete tab set. (photo - page 234)

2,750.00

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#10f, 1862 5c Green, Head Inverted, used, three extra-large margins, fourth at top ample to just barely touching at top left, wonderfully bright and fresh, deep rich color and strong embossing on bright white paper, light town c.d.s. dated 1862, nearly very fine; 2009 PF certificate; ex-Cunliffe (Sassone #13 - various shades; €4,500). (photo)

3,250.00

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#11l, 1862 10c Olive bister, Double Head, One Inverted, used, neat portion of “Firenze/4Ott” c.d.s., rich color, four close but clear margins, Diena certificate notes a slight flaw which we cannot detect, fine; a very scarce and unusual error; signed Alberto Diena and accompanied by his 1960 certificate, as well as a clear 2009 PF certificate; exCunliffe (Sassone #14D; €5,500). (photo)

4,000.00

#13e, 1861 40c Rose carmine, Head Inverted, used, three mostly large to huge margins, fourth at bottom just cutting, rich color, portion of Torino town c.d.s., fine for this very rare stamp; 2009 PF certificate; ex-Cunliffe (Sassone #16D; €8,000). (photo)

5,500.00

#14e, 1858 80c Ochre (bistro arancio), Head Inverted, a used example of this enormously rare stamp, featuring a lovely central strike of “Torino/18 Marz 58” c.d.s., stamp also has strong color and embossing showing the error quite well, four close but clear margins, just the faintest trace of a corner crease/bend at bottom left, fine; a great Italian States rarity, as well as one of the classic inverted center rarities of the world; signed Alberto Diena and accompanied by his clear 1965 certificate, as well as a 2009 PF certificate; ex-Cunliffe (Sassone #17; €30,000). (photo)

20,000.00

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#20c, 1861 ½g Bister, Head Inverted, handsome mint example of this scarce stamp, featuring four large to huge margins, rich color and strong embossing, full o g., just the faintest trace of minor gum toning, otherwise extremely fine; signed A. Diena (among others) and accompanied by his clear 1968 certificate, as well as a 2009 PF certificate; exCunliffe (Sassone #18f; €2,750). (photo - page 234)

1,800.00

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#C27, 1930 7.70L Trans-Atlantic Squadron, tied along with 1.25L Blue by Dec. 15, 1930 flight cancel (AAMC #1125) on large flown cover to Rio de Janeiro, signed by Balbo and the other fifteen pilots, fresh and very fine. (photo - page 232)

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#C48-49, 1933 5.25L + 19.75L and 5.25L + 44.75L Balbo air post triptychs both with “Apparecchio/I - Napo” overprints on the left stamps, tied by Rome 26.6.33 postmarks to registered Rome-Amsterdam flight cover addressed to England, appropriate Balbo Squadron flight cachet at lower left, “Via Amsterdam” directive, Rome, Amsterdam (1 July) and Sutton Coldfield backstamps as well boxed “Express Fee Paid 6d” handstamp applied on arrival in the U.K., cover with puncture at bottom right corner, otherwise very fine and attractive (Sassone #GP27; €4,250). (photo)

Est. 1,500-2,000

KOREA 1131

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#197 var., 1954 100w Regular issue presentation sheet, without gum as issued, exceptionally fresh, extremely fine and scarce; only 500 were issued (KPC #PS 120). (photo page 232)

Est. 150-200

LIECHTENSTEIN 1132

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#68 var., 1921 80rp Gray and black plate proof, Center Inverted, a striking left sheetmargin block of four, large to huge margins all around, rich colors, extremely fine and quite scarce; ex-Cunliffe (Michel #59 var.). (photo - page 246)

Est. 750-1,000

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#16b, 1859 1p Red, Dardenne printing, an exceedingly choice used example of this scarce stamp, with large and especially well balanced margins all around, glorious deep color and an intense vivid impression (the RPS certificate calls it the Deep red shade), neat oval grid cancel, extremely fine; 1989 RPS certificate (as S.G. #41) and a 2011 BPA certificate (S.G. #41a; £1,400). (photo)

1,700.00

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1136

#C15a, 1929 35c Blue green air post, imperforate, left margin vertical strip of three, bright and fresh, o.g., trivial h.r.’s, very fine; cataloged as a pair. (photo - page 234)

1,200.00+

★/★★❑#C15a, 1929 35c Blue green air post, imperforate, top margin block of four, other margins also quite large, exceptionally fresh, o.g., small paper remnant at top affects the top left stamp, others are never hinged, very fine; a rare showpiece. (photo - page 234)

2,400.00+

#C198a, 1953 20P Carmine and blue gray air post, Type II, mint block of four, nicely centered, bright, o g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 234)

1,600.00+

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1139

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#C471A, 1975 60c Yellow green air post, pristine mint single, brilliant color, o.g., n.h., very fine; a modern rarity; 1995 Mepsi certificate. (photo)

1,200.00

#CO18, 1932 50c Dark blue and claret air post official, used, with neat c.d.s cancel, deep rich colors, very fine; only 100 were printed; signed Ruidiaz, H. Bloch, as well as accompanied by a 1960 Friedl certificate. (photo - page 244)

1,000.00

#O193a, 1927 5p Green and black, with inverted “Oficial” overprint, bottom sheetmargin block of four, centered to the top as usual, wonderfully fresh, o.g., never hinged, fine; a rare error block; 2011 Mepsi certificate. (photo - page 246)

Est. 750-1,000

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#116, 1908 £1 Black and violet on red, exceptionally well centered, vibrant colors, o.g., lightly hinged, extremely fine; 1992 PF certificate (S.G. #171; £325). (photo - page 244)

350.00

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#6b, 1860 1c Red lilac, imperforate vertically, unused horizontal pair, typical centering, rich color, fine (Unitrade C$600.00). (photo - page 244)

700.00

#9, 1860 10c Vermilion, bottom left corner margin block of fifteen, deep intense color, o.g., all stamps n.h., minor hinge reinforcement in selvage only, margin scuff at bottom below the fourth stamp, fine (Unitrade C$750.00+). (photo - page 246)

1,350.00+

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S.G. #26a, 1886 1p Violet on granite paper, “d” omitted, well centered and fresh, o.g., trivial h.r., very fine; a scarce error; 2011 BPA certificate (Scott #19 var.). (photo page 244)

S.G. £500

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#4, 4p Scarlet vermilion, an exceedingly handsome and rare unused example, without gum as almost always found, brilliantly fresh with sumptuously rich color and a prooflike impression on bright paper, large even margins all around, very fine and choice; a stamp that is missing from most Newfoundland collections; 1948 RPS certificate (S.G. #4; £11,000; Unitrade C$15,000.00). (photo)

11,500.00

1145 1145

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#15, 1/- Orange, an enormously rare unused example of this classic, clear margins all around, excellent color that is especially bright and fresh, faint horizontal crease, otherwise very fine for this; a highly collectable copy of a stamp that is almost never offered unused; 1968 RPS certificate (S.G. #15; £30,000; Unitrade C$40,000.00). (photo)

30,000.00

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#7, 1857 6½p Scarlet vermilion, a choice unused example of this scarce stamp, with full to mostly large margins all around, lovely color and impression, very fine; 2003 BPA certificate; ex-Ferrary (Unitrade C$6,000.00). (photo)

4,500.00

1857 One Shilling Scarlet Vermilion One of the Few Sound Original Gum Examples Extant

1147 1147

1148 1149

1150 1151

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#9, 1857 1/- Scarlet vermilion, a most desirable example of this very rare mint stamp, featuring a marvelously overall brilliance, with radiant color and a vivid impression on fresh paper, four margins ranging from close at left to large at right, large part original gum, very fine; one of the few completely sound original gum examples of the 1857 One Shilling Scarlet vermilion in existence; 2009 BPA certificate (Unitrade C$60,000.00). (photo)

35,000.00

Unitrade #32P, 33P, 35P, 1868 1c, 3c and 6c values, plate proofs on card, each in a block of four, large margins, very fine. (photo - page 246)

C$860.00+

Unitrade #61P-74P, 1897 1c-60c Discovery of Newfoundland, plate proofs on card cplt. in horizontal pairs except the 24c and 35c values in vertical pair, large margins, very fine. (photo - page 244)

C$1,550.00

#80b, 1898 1c Yellow green, imperforate horizontally, vertical pair, rich color, o.g., n.h., fine and scarce (Unitrade C$450.00). (photo - page 244)

900.00

#127 var., 1920 “TWO 2 CENTS” trial surcharge 60c Black, surcharge double, three-line surcharge in red similar to the trial surcharge found on the 30c value (#127), o.g., fine; the first such example we have ever encountered; 1973 RPS certificate. (photo - page 244)

Est. 400-500

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★/★★❑#183c, 1932 1c Green, vertical pair, imperforate between, two such pairs contained in a block of four, well centered, strong rich color on fresh paper, o.g., top stamps lightly hinged, bottom stamps never hinged, very fine (Unitrade C$625.00). (photo - page 246)

450.00+

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Unitrade #253i-266ii, 1941-44 1c-48c Waterlow regular issue, imperforate with security punch, complete set in right margin blocks of four, large margins, fresh colors, o.g., n.h., a couple values with minor paper adherence (mostly in margin), each with light pencil notation on one stamp (noting its printing order), very fine; a wonderfully well matched and showpiece set of blocks. (photo)

C$6,000.00

Unitrade #254iv, 1941 2c Deep green, imperforate with security punch, top sheetmargin block of twelve, large margins, bright color, o.g., n.h., very fine. (photo - page 246)

C$1,350.00+

Unitrade #259ii, 1941 8c Red, imperforate with security punch, right margin block of eight, large margins, bright color, o.g., n.h., light pencil note on one stamp, very fine. (photo - page 246)

C$900.00+

#C2, a, b, 1919 10c Scarlet with “Trans-Atlantic/Air Post,/1919./One Dollar.” overprint, block of four, the top left stamp with no period after 1919, the bottom left stamp with no comma after Post, strong color, o g., mild h.r., very fine (Unitrade C$1,480.00). (photo - page 246)

1,140.00

1157 ★/★★❑ #C3, b, d, j, 1921 35c Red Halifax air post, block of four, top right stamp with “1” below “f” variety, top right stamp with 1½mm spacing and “1” below “f” variety, bottom right stamp with period after “1921”, exceptionally well centered and margined, bright fresh color, o.g., bottom stamps n.h., extremely fine and choice; 1993 Greene Foundation certificate (Unitrade C$2,562.50). (photo - page 246)

1,490.00+

Unitrade #OX1ii, 1905 Post Office seal, plate proof in black on India, large margins, strong impression, very fine. (photo - page 244)

C$1,000.00

1154

1155

1156

1158

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#2, 1851 3p Blue, an exceedingly scarce mint vertical pair, full to mostly large margins all around, impressively rich color on bright paper, large part original gum, very fine; 1988 Brandon certificate (Unitrade C$6,400.00+). (photo)

2,500.00+

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#2a, 1851 3p Bright blue, half used as 1½p, cancelled by oval grids along with pair of 3p (#2) to make up the 7½p rate on 1859 cover to Rotherham, England (receiving backstamp), pair with faint crease between stamps, cover with some mild wear, very fine and rare; 2009 PF certificate (Unitrade C$5,000.00). (photo)

3,750.00

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1162

1163

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#2a, 1851 3p Bright blue, half used as 1½p, cancelled by oval grid along with 6p Yellow green (#4) to make up the 7½p rate on 1860 cover to Newcastle, England (receiving backstamp), there is slight toning at the top edge of the cover that may just barely affect the top of the bisect stamp, overall a very fine and attractive usage of the rare bisect; clear 1994 BPA certificate as S.G. #3a, 5 (Unitrade C$5,000.00). (photo)

3,750.00

#2b, 1857 3p Pale blue on blue paper, handsome mint single, with four large margins, lovely rich color and a well defined impression, full o.g., very fine and choice; 2003 Brandon certificate (Unitrade C$3,200.00). (photo - page 244)

1,250.00

#4, 1851 6p Yellow green, four large margins, bright color, uncommonly light cancel, faint trace of a crease at right, otherwise choice very fine; clear 1974 BPA certificate as S.G. #5 (Unitrade C$1,000.00). (photo - page 244)

675.00

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND #5P, 1862 2p Black reprint plate proof on thick paper, complete pane of 60 with imprint at bottom, a few minor edge flaws, otherwise very fine. (photo - page 246) Unitrade C$1,800.00+

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★/★★❑#5, 1862 2P Rose, complete pane of 60, with selvage on all four sides, bright color, o.g., all stamp never hinged except the first two stamps in the bottom row, fine (Unitrade C$490.00). (photo - page 248)

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RUSSIA 1875 Ten Kopek Brown and Blue, Center Inverted One of the Greatest Rarities of the World

1166 1166

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#29a, 1875 10k Brown and blue, Center Inverted, an attractive used example of this important rarity, featuring deep luxuriant colors and strong impressions, quite well centered for the issue, neat portion of a town c.d.s. at bottom, couple of small flaws (minor thin spot and slightly rounded corner at top left) which neither detract from its very fine appearance, nor its desirability given how few are known to exist.

This stamp ranks among the greatest rarities of the world, with only five examples recorded all of which are used. As such, this is not only an indispensable rarity for the finest collection of classic Russian stamps, but is also one of the most important stamps to seek out for the most advanced collector of inverted centers of the world.

A spectacular rarity that has graced the collections of several famous collectors such as Ferrary, Rothschild, Goss and Cunliffe; accompanied by a 2009 PF certificate (Michel #27xK; â‚Ź50,000). (photo)

65,000.00

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1170

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1168

1169

1170

#70a, 1904 7R Black and yellow, vertically laid paper, Center Inverted, a seldom seen used example of this famous Russian rarity, being one of only two known used copies, deep rich colors, centered to bottom (as always) and a bit to left, light neat “Batum/22.11.17” c.d.s., small thin spot of little consequence, still quite fine; the Scott catalog has placed the same $7,500.00 valuation for either a mint or used example of this stamp, despite the fact that used copies are far more rare, the Michel catalog gives a considerably higher premium for used examples, pricing them at double a mint copy; signed Mikulski and accompanied by his 2003 certificate; ex-Mikulski, Cunliffe (Michel #56yK; €15,000). (photo)

7,500.00

★/★★❑#87gh var., 1918 1R Pale brown, brown and red orange, imperforate, horizontal lozenges of varnish on face, Groundwork Double, One Inverted, a most amazing and striking complete sheet of 50, displaying a second strong overall impression of the groundwork, however it is inverted and is strongly displaced to top right, leaving two stamps at bottom right completely normal, but all other stamps with portions (or completely covered) with a second inverted impression, huge sheet selvages all around, showing plate number “6” at bottom left, o.g., stamps never hinged, hinged in the sheet selvages only neat vertical crease between the sixth and seventh rows, very fine; this variety is unlisted in both Scott and Michel, and is believed to be unique as a sheet; ex-Cunliffe (Michel #77Bx var.). (photo - page 248)

Est. 1,000-1,500

#131d, 131e, 1917 1R Pale brown, brown and red orange, imperforate, Groundwork Double, One Inverted, a most remarkable complete sheet of 56 (50 stamps and 6 labels), with the entire sheet showing the groundwork inverted, then there is a second impression of the groundwork which is inverted and shifted dramatically downward and a bit diagonally, leaving the top two rows without a double impression, sheet selvages large and intact, exceptionally bright and fresh overall, some really minor bends and wrinkles, single corner crease at top left only affecting one label, otherwise o.g., never hinged, very fine; while the Scott catalog has separate listings for each of the groundwork inverted and groundwork double errors, they do not list a combination of both which this impressive sheet displays; ex-Cunliffe (Michel #77BxK3 var.). (photo page 252)

Est. 1,500-2,000

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#131e, 1917 1R Pale brown, brown and red orange, imperforate, Groundwork Inverted, an impressive complete sheet of 56 (50 stamps and 6 labels), with the entire sheet showing the groundwork inverted, this particular sheet with very large sheet selvages intact, some minor wrinkles and bends, but overall wonderfully fresh and well preserved, o.g., never hinged, very fine and rare as a sheet; ex-Cunliffe (Michel #77BxK3; for hinged €2,500+). (photo - page 252) for hinged 3,750.00+

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#C46a, 1933 10K Green, horizontal pair, imperforate between, right margin pair, well centered and fresh, neat centrally struck c.d.s., still with full original gum (and never hinged), very fine and a scarce error. (photo)

1172 1172

1173

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1,800.00

1173

#C68b, 1935 1R on 10K Moscow-San Francisco air post, lower case Cyrillic “F”, well centered single tied to piece by crisp strike of the appropriate flight cancel, very fine. (photo)

2,000.00

#C73 var., 1937 50k Dark violet and black, vertical pair, imperforate between, used, with c.d.s. postmark at left, strong fresh colors, a fine example of this rarely offered air post error. (photo)

2,300.00

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SAAR 1174

1175

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#1-17, 1920 “Saare” overprints 2pf-1M Germania, the complete set of seventeen values tied to two covers by “Saarbrucken 3/23.4.20/(St. Johann)” datestamps, covers with two or three light vertical folds between the stamps, otherwise very fine (Michel #1-17; €440 for used). (photo - page 232)

Est. 150-200

#21, 24-39, 1920 “Sarre” overprints on 5pf, 10pf and 15pf-10M Bavaria King Ludwig III, the fourteen values on three covers comprised of 5pf and 15pf-40pf on registered express cover, 50pf-3M on express cover and 10pf, 5M and 10M on express cover, each tied by “Homburg Pfslz/2 Apr, 20” postmark and addressed to the same recipient in Neu Ulm, Bavaria, 5pf with a rub and high value cover with a harmless vertical fold, very fine (Michel #18-31; €1,900 for used). (photo - page 232)

Est. 400-500

ST. PIERRE & MIQUELON 1176

1177

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#207-21, 1942 2c to 20Fr. on 75c “France Libre/F.N.F.L.” overprints complete set of eighteen values, however J.F. Brun has declared the 45c and 1.5Fr to be forged (uncounted in the catalog values), o.g., lightly hinged, very fine; 5c, 20c, 1Fr and 5Fr are each signed J.F. Brun (Yvert #234-45, 285-90; €3,965). (photo - page 244)

3,091.00

★★/★ #260-79, 1941 10c to 20Fr. on 90c Carmine “Noel 1941/France Libre/F.N.F.L.” overprints cplt. set of twenty, well centered and fresh, o.g., n.h. except the two surcharged stamps are l.h., very fine; the 10c-3Fr are each signed Bileksi, the two surcharged stamps are signed J.F. Brun (Yvert #212-31A; for hinged €1,300). (photo - page 244) for hinged 1,175.00 SOUTH AFRICA

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#24c, 1926 1p Carmine and black, bilingual pair, imperforate, horizontal pair with large even margins all around, bright colors, o g., n.h., very fine and scarce; 1989 APS certificate (S.G. #31a; for hinged £650). (photo - page 244) for hinged 1,350.00 SWITZERLAND

1179

1180

1181

1182

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#1, 1850 2½r Black and red, with frame around cross, Type 23 in the pane of 40, showing the characteristic break in the frame line at upper right, vivid rich color and a fine impression on fresh white paper, neat boxed “PP” cancel, very fine; 1975 Hunziker certificate (Zumstein #14Ib; SFr. 1,750). (photo - page 244)

1,600.00

#11, 1852 15r Vermilion, Type 9, generous even margins all around, bright and fresh, light grid cancel, very fine; 1977 Abt certificate (Zumstein #18; SFr. 800). (photo - page 244)

700.00

#13, 1852 15c Vermilion, Type 4, mostly large margins to clear at bottom, rich color on crisp clean paper, light grid cancel, nearly very fine; 2000 Marchand certificate (Zumstein #19; SFr. 1,300). (photo - page 244)

1,000.00

Zumstein #26Aa, 1854 40r Pale yellow green, Munich printing on thin paper, clear to large margins all around, neat grid cancel, fine and scarce; 2001 Renggli certificate. (photo - page 244)

SFr.1,650

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#103, 1900 25c Blue U.P.U., re-engraved, a seldom seen bottom right corner margin mint block of four, remarkably fresh, with bright color on crisp white paper, strong and intact perforations, o.g., lightly hinged in the selvage only, the stamps all never hinged, fine and rare; 1981 Rellstab certificate (Zumstein #79C; SFr. 6,000 for hinged). (photo) for singles 5,600.00

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#206, 209, 1928 5Fr. Blue and 1931 3Fr. Orange brown, both post office fresh and well centered, o.g., n.h., very fine (Zumstein #177-78; SFr. 585). (photo - page 244)

450.00

#226, 1934 NABA souvenir sheet of four, used with centrally struck first day of issue postmark, fresh and well centered, very fine; 2002 Renggli certificate (Zumstein #1; SFr. 750). (photo - page 246)

550.00+

#293-305, 1945 5c-10Fr. PAX, fresh mint set, o.g., n.h., very fine (Zumstein #262-74; SFr. 525). (photo - page 244)

525.00

Zumstein Vorlaufer #VI, 1913 50c Langnau Air Show, uncommonly fresh mint example, rich color, unblemished o g., n.h., fine. (photo - page 244)

SF900

1185

1186 1187

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Australia clean mint collection to 2007 in seven Safe hingeless albums, some early Kangaroos and King George V, early commemoratives including the 5/- Sydney Harbor Bridge, very comprehensive from 1934 onwards including key sets such as the Arms set and both Navigator sets, some back-of-the-book, o.g., the collector wanted only never hinged stamps, though there may be the very occasional hinged included, fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Austria worthwhile collection to 1992 in two Scott albums, plus there is value on some stockpages with back-of-the-book and occupation issues, well filled throughout, with the early issues generally used, 20th Century is mostly mint and well filled, including semipostals, air posts and other back-of-the-book, plus some Bosnia, the stockpages have some useful duplication, mint is o g. with many never hinged, the majority is fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Barbados revenues comprehensive collection in two albums, the first being the stamps starting with two different forged “Revenue” overprints on 1d Victoria, then 1916 Advocate Co. Ltd. overprints with stop on 1d to 3/- George V (seven different values) and the five values without stop, plus “Revenue/Only/2s” overprint on 3/- George V and “Revenue/One Penny” overprint on 2½d including two mint control number blocks of six, followed by a complete set of the 1916-22 issue “Barbados” overprints on 3d-£100 embossed adhesives of Great Britain watermarked multiple crown CA and a complete set of the 1923-41 issue watermarked multiple script CA, including very rare mint o.g. examples of the £5 to £50 values, 1934 5/- and 10/- values, 1950 $4.80 to $480.00 complete, 1963 $4.80 to $96.00, 1972 $48.00 and $96.00, 1977 $25.00 to $500.00 cplt., plus proofs of each on Waddington cards and ending with two sets of 1979-85 $45.00 to $1,000.00 issue proofs on House of Questa cards, the remainder of the collection is all revenues and postal fiscals used on documents, of which there are 53, these being mostly Badge of Colony values fiscally used, but also include 1916 £5 and £10 embossed on a document, £20 embossed on another document, 5/- embossed used block of twenty on piece and other noteworthy items, some usual faults, largely fine-very fine; a difficult collection to assemble.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Belgian Congo collection of used on and off cover, while lacking the rarest stamps, there is a nice run of used sets and singles, which go to the 1970s and include Burundi, Ruanda-Urundi, Katanga, etc., also approximately 90 covers from all time periods, the vast majority being commercial usages, largely fine.

Est. 400-500

British Commonwealth voluminous mint collection in over 70 hingeless albums, most is in the QEII era, from Caribbean and other Island colonies, some Asia including Singapore and Malaysia, some of the countries have value in earlier issues, including Falkland Islands, Hong Kong and South Africa, in many cases the stamps go right up until 2005 or so, the collector focused on only never hinged stamps, though there may be the occasional hinged, generally fine-very fine.

Est. 4,000-5,000

★★/★ British and foreign selected modern mint country collections in Scott Specialty albums comprised of Great Britain, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man and Alderney to 2000 in three albums, Ireland to 1999 in one album, Australia to 2000 in two albums, Canada to 1998 in one album, New Zealand to 1999 in one album, Germany to 2000 in two albums, Jugoslavia from 1945 to 1991 in four Schaubek albums, plus three more albums with miniature sheets, Mexico from 1947 to 2000 in one album, Russia from 1969 to 1999 in two albums, plus a used collection from 1943 to 1998 in three albums, United States from 1980 to 1998 in one album, United Nations in one album, Canal Zone in a White Ace album and Philippines from 1945 to 1999 in three albums, for a total of 29 albums filling five large cartons, these are all very clean mostly post WWII collections and are highly complete for the period with many better items noted, some of the earliest are l.h., but overwhelmingly n.h., fine-very fine and desirable.

Est. 3,000-4,000

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1195

1196

1197

1198

1199

1200

1201

1202

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British Commonwealth 20th Century cover accumulation of several hundred filling a box, includes both philatelic and commercial usages, some Great Britain, as well as popular colonies such as Hong Kong and India, mostly fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

Canada clean mint collection to 2007 in eight Safe hingeless albums, plus another hingeless album of Provinces, a few early stamps including some Small Queens, Jubilees to the 50c, some better turn-of-the-century, later issues are well filled including all of the 50c and $1.00 from the 1920s and 1930s, modern issues are just about complete including booklet panes, also good value in Newfoundland, some errors (most imperforate) will be found throughout, o.g., nearly all are never hinged and fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Canada mostly mint collection to 1993 in a Harris album, only a few early stamps, Jubilees complete to the $1.00, plus a $3.00 value, the later issues are very well filled, including the the Queen Victoria “Leaf” and “Numeral” sets, plus Admirals, and just about complete after, with all of the 50c and $1.00 values, modern issues include some sheetlets, a little back-of-the-book and Newfoundland, also some United Nations, most o.g., modern issues n.h., the majority is fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Canada mint and used lot on stockpages, with some used 19th Century in mixed condition, much of the value in mint, which includes some Small Queens, Maple Leaf set complete, Admirals to the $1.00, later commemoratives including the 50c Bluenose and $1.00 Parliament, also some blocks, also includes a used Great Britain Penny Black, mint are mostly o.g., some small faults though much is fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

Canada semi-official airpost substantial collection offered intact in an album plus many still on original auction lot folders or envelopes, includes mint singles and panes, as well as flown covers, a few of the better items we noticed were the Moose Jaw Flying Club stamp on cover, the first Laurentide stamp (#CL1) mint, many better Patricia Airways including #CL20 and CL20b both mint and on cover, also the Western Canada Airways Service Jubilee issue on cover with map on reverse, and throughout there are numerous items cataloging hundreds of dollars each, largely fine-very fine; a genuine old-time collection of these popular issues, the total catalog value should be in the high five figures.

Est. 7,500-10,000

Canada 20th Century cover lot of several hundred, a large portion being Armed Forces covers from WWII to the 1970s, also some first day, first flights and balloon covers, generally fine-very fine.

Est. 150-200

Canada revenue remainder comprised mostly of a bundle stock of a great many thousands of used stamps, but also several stockbooks and albums well filled with issues from various provinces as well as general issues, nothing valuable noted but there is a lot of it.

Est. 150-200

China voluminous mint collection of several thousand singles, sets, souvenir sheets and booklets in mounts and housed in eighteen albums with slipcases, the first volume is a Scott hingeless album with scattered issues of the Republic, next there is a ten volume P.R.C. collection in Lindner hingeless albums with many better items such as 1954 Scientists souvenir sheets, 1958 Heroes Monument souvenir sheet, 1963 Children’s Day imperforate, 1963 Butterflies (lacking one 4f value), some better Cultural Revolution period issues such as 1973 Pandas, 1979 Great Wall souvenir sheet, 1980 Qi Baishi souvenir sheet, 1980 Monkey stamp, etc., with issues up to 2007, the remaining seven volumes are the issues of Taiwan in Lighthouse or Lindner hingeless albums, including 1951 Self Government imperforate, 1955 Chiang Kai-shek souvenir sheet, 1962 Emperors and more, with issues to 2008, the collection was meticulously formed and is uniformly o.g., n.h., very fine.

Est. 4,000-5,000

China Boxer Rebellion picture post cards, group of nine picture post cards sent in 1901 from a German soldier to the same recipient in Potsdam, Germany, all franked by German Offices 10pf (6) or two 5pf, except one with 5pf Germania forerunner, one a Japanese 4 sen postal card, cancels include East Asia Expeditionary Corp (3), Tientsin (4) and Peking (2), most with Boxer Rebellion related military views, very fine.

Est. 200-300

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1204

1205

1206

1207

1208

1209

1210

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China (People’s Republic) massive investor’s new issue hoard filling six large cartons and comprised of issues from 1983 to 1995 as purchased from the China Stamp Agency in North America, generally there are complete sheets of each issue, plus small quantities of blocks of four or strips of four, first day covers, postal stationery, maximum cards and souvenir items, with a few later souvenir sheets to be found, includes sheets of the second eight values from the Qi Baishi paintings set and a few other pre-1983 items, also noted is full sheets of the 1983 Wang Shifu opera, and the holding is then quite solid thereafter including New Years sheets, nearly all in the original packaging as shipped, a substantial holding for which plenty of time should be allowed for a thorough viewing.

Est. 4,000-5,000

China (People’s Republic) mint group of about 30 different sets or souvenir sheets, from the 1960 through 1982, includes the 1963 Panda set imperforate (middle value with disturbed gum), 1963 Monkey set imperforate, #569-73, souvenir sheets to $400.00 (#1573), o.g., n.h., mostly fine-very fine.

4,400.00

China (People’s Republic) mint assortment of nearly all complete sets from the 1950 to 1983 period housed in two Chinese stockbooks and arranged on stockpages, which is where much of the value lies, many useful better and mid-range sets noted, mostly o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Cuba clean mint collection in eleven Edifil hingeless albums, scattered stamps throughout, with some albums fairly well filled and others a little sparse, the 1960s through 1990s period seem strongest, some later issues as well, o g., probably all n.h., fine-very fine; the albums themselves retail hundreds of dollars.

Est. 500-750

Europe recently liberated countries collection in 34 hingeless albums from former Yugoslav and Soviet republics, they start from around 1990 and go to fairly recent issues (2007 noticed on some), o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

France and Territories clean mint collection housed in 40 Safe hingeless albums, the France itself contains some better pre-war items, including souvenir sheets and the 1936 50Fr Monoplane over Paris air post, the post-war is exceptionally well filled including booklets and booklet panes, the territories include Andorra, St. Pierre, French Polynesia, French Antarctic (appears complete), Reunion, New Caledonia, Wallis & Futuna, and a few others, also includes seven volumes of Monaco, the territories are mainly post-war issues though there are some better earlier issues and also a few covers scattered throughout, many go right up to 2006 or so, the collector sought out only never hinged stamps, so most if not all will be o g., n.h. and fine-very fine.

Est. 4,000-5,000

France modern proof lot of 751 different “Gravures des timbres-poste” proofs neatly arranged in fifteen La Poste stockbooks, covering the years 1995-2008, very fine and attractive.

Est. 300-400

French 1908-11 pioneer aviation collection of 67 used or unused mostly real photo picture post cards and some commemorative covers with special cancels or cachets, plus many vignettes mint and on cover or card and some collateral material, all mounted and written-up on album pages in a binder, these being from the early aviation meets including those held in Reims, Boulogne, Port Aviation, Cannes, Nice, Le Havre-TrouvilleDeauville, Bordeaux, Dijon, Cognac, Autun, Auch, St. Junien, Besancon, Nevers, Lambres, Marseille, Epernay, Joinville-le-pont and ending with thirteen different cards depicting members of the Le Crotoy Flying School, all pilot signed and all used in September 1911, some other cards signed as well, a few small faults, vast majority very fine; a fascinating and historical collection.

Est. 1,500-2,000

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1212

1213

1214

1215

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France air mail cover and card collection of over 270 items mounted and written-up on pages in two binders, being an all encompassing collection from 1908 to 1966, however most of the interest lies in the numerous early pioneer items, these being largely used and unused real photo picture post cards for the pre WWI aviation meets, starting with a pair of 1908 and a set of nine 1909 commemorative cards and proceeding from there, also covers or cards with special cancels and cachets, many vignettes used on cover or card, some pilot signed, quite a few dirigible cards and some interesting 1920’s flights including many semi-officials and vignettes, foreign flights, events and the like, a few faults, vast majority very fine; an attractive and interesting collection.

Est. 2,000-3,000

French Colonies modern deluxe proofs, a few dozen items, mostly large size deluxe proofs, but also some imperforates and composite proofs, most are from either French Morocco, New Caledonia or Wallis & Futuna, a few others including France proper and three from Monaco, most appear to be from the 1960s to the 1980s, many complete sets, fine-very fine; the retail value of these will be many multiples of our estimate.

Est. 300-400

Germany 20th Century cover group of a few hundred, some from the 1920s and 1930s including flight covers, much is in the early post-war years, with three examples of the 1948 “Flugpost-Zulassungsmarke” label on commercial covers to the U.S., also several DDR, fine lot.

Est. 300-400

Great Britain clean mint collection in nine Safe hingeless albums, goes to 2007 (some of the more recent has not been mounted), just a few early stamps including a Penny Black (the only used stamp in the collection) and a 2/6 King Edward VII, a solid run of QEII stamps including some errors and varieties, postage dues, and more, o.g., virtually all are n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Great Britain - Channel Islands comprehensive mint collection to 2007 in ten Safe albums, includes Guernsey, Jersey, Isle of Man and Alderney, very high degree of completion throughout, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

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1217

1218

1219

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Indian States - Bamra specialized lot of the 1890-93 Issues, over 200 stamps, includes both mint and used, plus several blocks of various sizes, collected for the numerous varieties and errors, including inverted letters, “BAMBA”, etc., mostly fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

Ireland clean mint collection to 2007 in five Safe hingeless albums, many early overprints including a few varieties, some Seahorses including a 10/- value, after 1940 it is nearly complete, including all of the good sets from the 1950s, plus booklet panes throughout, there are even a few stampless covers, o.g., nearly all are never hinged, finevery fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Israel mint lot, of many dozens of items, majority is mint tab sets, loaded with medium priced items, with catalog values as high as $450.00 (#33-34), also a few varieties, early first day covers, sheetlets such as two of the Freedom From Hunger sheetlets of fifteen, o.g., probably all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Italy early aviation picture post cards and covers collection of 66 items from 1904 to 1972 mounted on album pages, nearly all pre-war items with many interesting, unusual and sometimes unrecorded pieces, starting with 1904 Genova balloon card, 1909 Verona meeting Lieut. Calderara card and other pioneer aviation cards, 1910 card sent from the Milan International Air Meeting recording the first mid-air airplane crash, many 1911 and later aviation meeting cards, early real photo picture post cards, a couple dirigible cards, early first flight and flown covers including several pilot signed, air mail vignettes on covers or cards and more, many attractive items, a few faults, mostly very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

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1220

1221

1222

1223

1224

1225

1226

1227

Japan clean mint collection to 2007 in nine hingeless albums, the early album being a Lindner, the others are Safe, scattered early issues, some better from the 1930s to 1950s including National Park souvenir sheets, from 1960 on it is very comprehensive including booklet panes and sheetlets, the very latest issues are not mounted, o.g., virtually all never hinged, fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Macao clean mint collection to 2007 in nine Safe hingeless albums, scattered early issues, some better sets from the 1950s and 1960s, the more modern issues are very well filled, including sheetlets and souvenir sheets, o.g., virtually all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 500-750

Mexico clean mint collection in six hingeless albums, a few pre-1930 stamps including Scott #363 with a Friedl certificate, some better post-war including the 1939 Sarabia air post (#C93A; APS certificate), from 1970 on it is very well filled and goes right up to 2007, o.g., virtually all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Scandinavia clean mint collection in 28 hingeless albums, value from all countries except Iceland, includes some better early issues, the post-war is usually very well filled and goes to about 2007, the Greenland is surprisingly strong, and includes the Polar Bear parcel posts and two inverted overprints on the 1945 Issue (APS certificates), o g., virtually all n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 4,000-5,000

❍/★★ Switzerland extraordinarily clean collection comprised of used classics to 1862, then of entirely mint mostly never hinged singles, sets and souvenir sheets to the 1950s housed in two Safe hingeless albums with slipcases, starts with Zurich 1843 6r and 1846 6r, both with certificates, and Geneva 1850 5c (filled thin), then a good showing of the 1850-52 issues, four of which are accompanied by certificates, and strong seated Helvetias, three of which are accompanied by certificates, from 1862 the collection is entirely mint, with selected standing Helvetias, most commemoratives and regular issues, semi-postals with most souvenir sheets, air mails complete including grilled gum varieties, most se-tenant pairs including some better items and scattered back-of-the book issues, the quality is well above the norm, most classics issues with four margins, some earlier mint l.h., however most, including all the semi-postals and air mails are n.h., largely very fine; eleven certificates accompany the collection.

Est. 5,000-7,500

Switzerland collection to 1998 in five Safe hingeless albums, includes a Geneva cantonal with BPA certificate, some later 19th Century, the 20th Century is well filled with a mixed of mint and used (sometimes both), appears to have all of the souvenir sheets (mainly used), after 1950 it is mostly mint, also semi-postal, air posts and other back-ofthe-book, plus there are some first day covers, recent mint glassines, some duplicates and more, slightly mixed condition but a large portion is fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Vatican City nearly complete mint collection to 2007 in four Safe hingeless albums, there are only a handful of empty spaces, in fact the only early stamp that is missing is the 1938 1.25L Archaeological Conference, includes the 1934 Provisionals (each signed A. Diena and Bloch), plus all of the good air post sets are present, o g., our check of the better stamps shows all to be never hinged, fine-very fine.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Western Europe clean mint collections in 52 Safe hingeless albums, includes Austria, Belgium, Netherlands & Colonies, Switzerland, Greece, Liechtenstein and a little bit of the German Area, some better pre-war, the post-war issues are generally very well filled and go as far as 2007, the collector sought only never hinged stamps and a spot check of better items shows all to be n.h., exceptionally fresh and clean, fine-very fine.

Est. 5,000-7,500

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Worldwide valuable airmail collection of used stamps and covers neatly mounted in eight binders, plus there are some on album pages and original auction lot cards from the 1960s to the 1980s (when the bulk of the collection was formed), quite comprehensive, with value from all parts of the globe, Europe and colonies is the strongest, but also solid Latin America and useful selections from other continents, there are some early pioneer flights, but much is in the 1920-1945 era, this collection is loaded with desirable and saleable stamps and covers, with the covers usually either commercial airmail usages or various flight covers, we noticed a myriad of $100.00-$500.00 items, with some even higher, there is far too much to go into any detail, so we strongly recommend taking the time to carefully inspect the collection; the retail value should be enormous, undoubtedly many multiples of our conservative estimate.

Est. 20,000-30,000

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Worldwide trash to treasure filling two large cartons, a very mixed and disorganized grouping from an estate containing all manner of U.S., British and foreign material mainly in glassines, but also on dealer or album pages, envelopes and stockbooks, many clumps of glassines with running tapes of catalog values, though we don’t know which year to total was stated to be about $70,000.00.

Est. 3,000-4,000

Worldwide collection in 32 Scott Internationals with tens of thousands of stamps to the 1990s, some areas are well filled while others are a little sparse, usual mixed condition.

Est. 3,000-4,000

Worldwide collection in ten Scott International albums, some countries are much more filled than others, including many with lots of recent mint, popular areas such as Japan and China (P.R.C.), the recent stamps are in mounts and generally never hinged, much is fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Worldwide modern mint stock and accumulation of tens of thousands of singles, sets, souvenir sheets and booklets from the 1970s to quite recent arranged on stockpages in binders, in stockbooks, glassines or just crammed into boxes and files, all filling six large cartons, heavy in Canada, but also strong in Great Britain and Channel Islands, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand, plus there are good showings of United Nations, Jugoslavia, Russia, Germany, Philippines and several other countries, with quantities ranging from one to twenty or more apiece, the face value alone must be many times our low estimate (though it will take some work to extract it), so well worth taking the time to view thoroughly.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Worldwide collection of tens of thousands of mint and used singles and sets to 1975 housed in 12 Scott International albums which have been arranged alphabetically, plus a Harris album with a United States collection, most areas are represented, with stronger Western Europe, Canal Zone with better items, Canada with mint 50c and $1.00 values, Hawaii, Newfoundland, U.S. including 65c and $1.30 Graf Zeppelins and much more, mixed condition, including earlier mint with no gum or glazed gum so please inspect.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Worldwide accumulation in five boxes, with stamps on various pages, a few albums, loose, plus commercial and philatelic covers, while a fair amount appears to be relatively common, we do notice better items, for instance the Australia collection has a 5/- Sydney Harbor Bridge and other useful stamps, mixed condition; certainly worth taking a close look.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Worldwide massive mint accumulation of mostly modern stamps, but some earlier also noted, wide range of areas, including notable showings of Egypt, Tunisia and Congo, many mint sets including some in blocks or sheets, also some error and varieties, souvenir sheets, deluxe proofs, post office packs, booklets, plus some sets and singles neatly arranged on dealer pages or cards, o.g., the overwhelming majority will be never hinged, fine-very fine.

Est. 2,000-3,000

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Worldwide accumulation offered intact as received, filling thirteen boxes, includes stamps housed in twenty Scott Specialty albums of various countries, plus stockbooks, many thousands in glassines, sheet files, etc., also some useful U.S., much is lower end but some better items noticed, the strongest area appears to be Greece, mixed condition.

Est. 2,000-3,000

Worldwide interesting accumulation including several stamps still on decades-old auction lot cards, with various errors and varieties including inverted centers, collection balances, plus various in albums and album pages, wide range of areas, with British Commonwealth, Denmark and D.W.I. seeming the strongest, mixed condition; very careful viewing is recommended on this lot.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Worldwide bizarre lot of probably a couple thousand items, while there are some straightforward mint and used stamps, much is in eclectic category, with forgeries, reprints, varieties real and imagined, “errors”, “proofs” and other things purported to be scarce and valuable, certainly the right person (an optimist with a good imagination) will find this lot fascinating - but it is not for the faint of heart.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Worldwide accumulation in albums filling four large cartons, includes a decent mint Great Britain QEII collection to 2003 in three Lighthouse hingeless albums, collections of Canada, China, Japan and Ryukyu, topical collections, a range of about a dozen international albums, various stockbooks, etc.

Est. 1,000-1,500

Worldwide accumulation filling two large cartons, the first with collections in albums including first issues and first issue air mails of the world, with Great Britain #1, Japan #1, Norway #1, U.S. #1, etc., two blue International albums with issues to 1940, two volume Palestine and Israel, three volume U.N and Swiss offices, Ghana and worldwide classics, the second box is mostly filler including modern Yugoslavia, U.S. first day covers and collector duplicates.

Est. 750-1,000

Worldwide miscellaneous group including an old Junior International album with a few thousand stamps, a few stockbooks with mint mid-20th Century British Commonwealth, a large portion of which is never hinged, plus other odds and ends.

Est. 750-1,000

Worldwide useful lot, with albums of Germany, Netherlands & Colonies and United States, many medium priced stamps to be found, also some stockbooks and envelopes with a few better items noticed in amongst the more common, mixed condition.

Est. 750-1,000

Worldwide lot of mint and used stamps in eighteen albums or stockbooks, the albums being Scott Speciality, best country is Canada, with a range of medium priced and occasional higher cataloging stamps, also some U.S., Great Britain, France, Australia and others, mixed condition.

Est. 750-1,000

Worldwide accumulation filling a box, includes glassines with a mix of mint and used, with medium priced sets from popular areas such as Japan and Russia, also an old big Scott Junior International album that is fairly well filled, plus miscellaneous other stuff, mixed condition.

Est. 500-750

Worldwide miscellaneous balance, a U.S. singles collection with some useful 20th Century mint, a plate block collection, a modest Switzerland collection, two large stockbooks brimming with stamps, some various modern issues and more.

Est. 500-750

Worldwide accumulation of thousands of stamps crammed into dozens of stockbooks, plus some in albums, glassines, loose, etc., includes mint, used, covers, early to modern, some U.S., a quick glance shows much to be lower-end, but with more careful scrutiny there could be some surprises.

Est. 500-750

Worldwide accumulation of many hundreds on stockcards, largest country is the United States, but also Germany, Great Britain, Mexico and others, wide range of both mint and used, from early to modern, mixed condition.

Est. 400-500

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Worldwide modest intact estate filling three cartons and including both U.S. and foreign, the U.S. with mint blocks and plate blocks in albums, glassines and loose, plus 1940s-60s first day covers in thirteen binders and loose, some other covers and cards, worldwide in various albums and loose including some China and Taiwan; inspection essential.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide lot filling a box, best is a stockbook of Iceland with mint sets, plus a few other stockbooks of various mint, also a modest four volume Minkus Global collection, some U.S., much is fine-very fine.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide pile of stamps and covers filling five boxes, includes stockbooks filled with lower end used, some modern mint, first day covers, etc., includes U.S. mixed quality; may hold a few surprises.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide balance filling three boxes, includes United States with a large number of mint plate blocks, also various in glassines, stockbooks, etc.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide 19th Century collection of a few hundred stamps including U.S. in an 1898 Imperial album, the album itself is in unusually nice condition, just a small split in front inner spine, stamps are in mixed condition.

Est. 150-200

Worldwide and United States lot of mostly mint, with U.S. plate blocks from the 1930s and 1940s including a complete set of Famous Americans, some modern dollar value plate blocks, sheetlets still in the Post Office packaging, various worldwide modern post office packs, some earlier Germany and more, o.g., much is n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 150-200

Worldwide mint lot of a few dozen items, mostly sheets and some part sheets, much of the value is in Japan, o.g., n.h., fine-very fine.

Est. 100-150

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Worldwide cover accumulation of about 400, wide range of countries, from early to about 1960, with a large portion being commercial usages from the early part of the 20th Century, including several registered or censored, with interesting items noticed throughout, majority fine-very fine; certainly worth examining.

Est. 1,500-2,000

Zeppelin flown cover lot of over 60 covers or cards, much is Germany with a good variety, including two covers with a South American flight stamp and two covers with a Polar Flight stamp, also some U.S., South American legs and a few others, plus some mint postcards, mainly fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Pioneer aviation picture post card collection of over 100 items, both unused and used, including some with vignettes, all mounted on quadrille pages in an album, mostly 190812 cards from France, including some pilot signed and some showing dirigibles, but also Great Britain Tuck cards, Austria, Germany and a few others, majority are real photo cards including several crashes, also some scarce WWI aviation postmarks on flown covers, some faults, but most are attractive and fine-very fine.

Est. 750-1,000

Balloon and glider covers and cards collection of 115 items from 1909 to 1967 mounted on pages in a binder, with many flown and commemorative covers, all are European with the majority being Poland, especially 1926-39 Gordon Bennett race flights and post war glider covers, but also nice Switzerland comprised of 1909 Gordon Bennett items (5) including one with vignette, 1922 Gordon Bennett (3) including one with vignette, Belgium 1935-37 Gordon Bennett race covers and others, generally clean and very fine.

Est. 500-750

Worldwide cover balance of 24 items, some complete sets on cover including Belgium #B31-33, B156-62, Dominican Republic #RAC1-6 on two covers, Iceland #209-11, Pitcairn Is. #1-8 as well as some better frankings including one from Bushire on reduced cover and Falklands including Victoria bisect usage on a front.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide covers and cards potpourri filling a box, the best part of which would seem to be a hoard of hundreds of mint postal stationery items from Honduras, Nicaragua and Salvador, also a variety of mainly 20th century things from United States, Israel, Europe, Latin America, etc., typical mixed condition.

Est. 400-500

Worldwide cover lot of a few hundred, including some 19th Century, most is 20th Century, including some better early commercial usages, plus flight covers, also a large number of modern commercial covers from unusual places, mostly fine.

Est. 200-300

Worldwide cover lot of about 200 mainly from the 1940s, a large portion is a correspondence to Barbados from a variety of countries, many are during WWII and have censor tape or markings, there is also a WWII correspondence to Pennsylvania from a range of overseas countries, mainly fine.

Est. 200-300

Worldwide 20th Century cover assortment of a few hundred, with clipper flight covers including U.S., various other flight or first day covers, some postcards including Japan commemorative postcards and more.

Est. 200-300

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