1273
1272 ex
1274
1277 ex
1278 ex
1279
1280
1282
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1269
British Maritime Mail. 1824-75. A remarkable assembly comprising 97 covers to France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and USA, with conveyance of, apart from merchant vessels, the following companies: RMSP, PSNC, Booth Line, Lamport & Holt, Clyde Line, Liverpool & Maranhão Steamship Co., some of which being scarcely involved in this route from Brazil. Part of the material has been mounted and written-up on exhibition pages, including involvement of the British P.O.’s in Brazil, Atlantic Ocean double crossing mail, interesting entry and transit postmarks, rare early mail in the 1820’s, better exchange markings, few covers with “Dom Pedro” values or forwarding agents involvement, scarce mail forwarded to Portugal via Gibraltar, etc. A highly interesting lot that would form the basis of an exhibit. Accurate viewing is a must.
1’500
British Post Offices 1270
1839, Jan 22. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to London, with the British brig “Seagull” being responsible for the maritime conveyance to Falmouth, rated at 7s double rate including maritime and overland carriage, bearing superb “Rio-Janeiro/Ja 22 1839” double arc representing the earliest recorded use of a British P.O. postmark in Brazil. Illustrated on page 281 of “Catálogo Enciclopédico de Selos & História Postal do Brasil”.
250
1271
1838, Dec 9. Entire letter from São Francisco das Chagas via London to Paris, carried by the British “Ranger”. Brazilian inland rate to Rio of 40r, bearing “S. Joao Del Rei” postmark (RHM P-MG-52), “Rio-Janeiro/Ja 31 1839” Br. P.O. double arc, “Packet Letter.” framed transit, with further charges including British single 3s 7d rate and French 5fr 1d, as well as 10.4.1839 Calais entry and London backstamp. A rare combination of Brazilian pre-adhesive- and British P.O. handstamps, with the added significance of being the only cover known sent abroad with this Brazilian postmark, also demonstrating the earliest use of the French entry of Calais on Brazilian mail.
400
1272
1840, Jan 9. Two entire letters from Rio de Janeiro to London, one redirected to Brighton, carried by the British “Skylark”, directly consigned to the British P.O. with double arc datestamp. One cover bearing London datestamps and Dublin red diamond on reverse, the other with superb red Dublin inspector’s crown to amend a rate to 2s 9d on front with matching datestamp on back. The “Skylark” suffered wind damage and was obliged to call at the port of Valentia (Ireland) for repairs on 2.3.1840. The packet left Valentia on 6.3, arriving at Falmouth on 13.3. The mail was bag disembarked at Valentia and carried via overland mail to London via Dublin. Overland postage from Ireland to London was not charged due to the unexpected disembarkation of the mail at Valentia, as confirmed by the red framed “Postage Not Paid/To London”(in one item) and the absence of fees applied for that portion of the journey. Both covers were charged at single rate. Accompanied by an article entitled “Skylarking” dedicated to one of these items by Alan W. Robertson. Two of just four covers recorded from the “Skylark” mail bag which disembarked at Valentia. Ex Robertson and Koester (for one item).
600
1273
1847, Oct 5. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon conveyed by the RMSP “Swift”, rated 4s 2d but unpaid on departure. As a letter originating from an overseas country and addressed via British ports to a foreign destination, the postage should have been paid in advance, consequently bearing framed “Returned for/4s2d Postage” denoting non payment and returned for collection of postage with framed “N°__/Detained for Postage”, awaiting settlement. The “Paid” cds confirms the postage to have been collected, charged “350” on delivery. Very scarce.
200
1274
1851, Feb 10. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Porto, carried by the RMSP “Teviot” on its return inaugural voyage from Buenos Aires-Southampton, paying double 2s rate on dispatch, with superb “Paid/At/Rio de Janeiro” crowned circle with matching double-arc on back, Portuguese postage being 540 réis plus “80” in manuscript for overland mail. Oval “Ley De 20-4 50/25-Rs” applying additional postage of 25 réis (5% of the postage charged at Lisbon for rates being higher than 100 réis). Illustrated on page 281 of “Catálogo Enciclopédico de Selos & História Postal do Brasil”. Of consummate beauty, further enhanced by being the earliest recorded usage of this crowned postmark. S.G. CC3.
400
55
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1275
1851, April 16. Entire letter from Pernambuco to Porto, carried by the RMSP “Medway” on its first return voyage from South America, bearing on reverse “Paid/At/Pernambuco” crowned circle at left, after payment of 1s, with corresponding double-arc at right, accompanied by blue Lisbon and Porto datestamps, with two slits of disinfection and “Ley De 20-4 50/15-Rs.” oval on front for additional tax, both applied at Lisbon, with a total of 385 réis to be paid by the addressee. Extremely rare, thought to be one of two known examples, this being the earliest recorded. S.G. CC2.
1’000
1276
1853, Aug 18. Entire letter to Cadiz (Spain), conveyed via Santa Cruz de Tenerife (British packets calling at this port in 1851-1855) by the RMSP “Great Western”, showing “Paid/At/Bahia” crowned circle in blue, with double-arc on back, rated “1/-“ and charged to the addressee with red “10Rs.”. “Bruce Hamilton & Co” forwarding agent in Canary Islands as per manuscript endorsement. Rare, though to be one of four covers known with this postmark in blue. S.G. CC7 = £ 2,500.
750
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1277
1854-63. Two entire letters to Buenos Aires and Tenerife (Canary Islands), showing “Paid/At/Rio de Janeiro” crowned circle in black and blue with matching double-arc backstamps, one carried by RMSP “Oneida”, the other by the RMSP “Severn”, both being paid at single “1/-“ rate. Only five covers are believed to exist exhibiting this crowned postmark in blue. S.G. CC3.
400
1278
1859-74. Two entire letters from Pernambuco, one addressed to Lyon with on reverse “Pernambuco/ No 16 59” double-arc latest date of use recorded, the other bearing 4d. vermilion pl. 13 tied by “C82” with matching backstamp dated 8.2.1874, this being the latest recorded date of use of the “C82” obliterator. S.G. Z26.
250
1279
1865, Dec 26. Cover to Buenos Aires, carried by the RMSP “Oneida”, showing light red strike of “Paid” At/Pernambuco” crowned circle with matching small black cds on reverse, rated “1/-“. Cover edges and horizontal crease have been reinforced. Believed to be one of the two usages recorded, both included in this collection. S.G. CC2. Ex Glassco.
500
1280
1866, Nov 11. Entire letter to Bordeaux via Southampton, endorsed “Pr. R.M.S.P. Rhône”, bearing 2d. blue pl. 9, marginal 1s. green pl. 4, defective at top, cleanly tied by “C81” obliterator with matching “Bahia” double arc alongside, circled London “PD” and cds, backstamped on arrival. Very attractive. S.G. Z3, Z18.
400
1281
1870 ca. Envelope from Rio de Janeiro to Wiltshire, insufficiently paid with 1d. red, neatly tied by “C83” barred oval showing “Insufficiently/RdeJ/Prepaid” oval h.s. alongside. A complementary fee of “11d” was applied to collect the correct 1s rate. Cover cleaned and vertical crease at right resulting in a tear affecting the adhesive, of no importance. Believed to be the only cover known with this postmark. S.G. Z40. Ex Glassco.
600
1282
1870, July 28. Entire letter to Buenos Aires headed “Pr. Douro”, franked by 4d. vermilion pl. 11 vertical pair, cleanly tied by “C81” barred oval with corresponding cds of Bahia alongside. An unusual double rate cover. S.G. Z7.
150
1283
1873, April 1st. Envelope to Norfolk, headed “per ‘Neva’ “, with the insufficient postage of 2s. being paid by marginal 1s. green pl. 5 pair, tied by “C82” obliterator, showing red “Insufficiently/P/ Prepaid” oval handstamp, with complementary “1/-“ postage in manuscript and arrival alongside on reverse double-arc despatch cds . Cover with some ironed wrinkles as well as erosions at lower right corner. Believed to be the only cover recorded with this insufficiently prepaid postmark. S.G. Z37.
500
57
1283
1286
1287
1289
1288 ex
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1284
1873, July 8. Entire letter from Havana (Cuba) to Buenos Aires, placed on board a Spanish packet and conveyed to St. Thomas with the sender paying in cash the carriage fee to Danish West Indies, bearing St. Thomas cds, then transferred to an American packet to Rio de Janeiro, the 10c postage being probably paid in cash by a forwarder in St. Thomas, and finally consigned to the British P.O. where 4d. vermillion pl. 13 was applied, tied by “C83” obliterator at Rio. Letters with participation of a British P.O., forwarded via Danish West Indies are scarce. An exceptional use from Cuba with involvement of four different countries. Opinion Holcombe.
750
detail of reverse
1285
1873, Aug 22. Cover, opened for display, from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, bearing 2d. blue pl. 13 and 6d. chestnut pl. 11, tied by “C82” obliterator with matching despatch cds alongside, showing on reverse blue “Porte Pago Do/Rio de Janeiro/A/Lisboa” h.s., denoting that postage had been paid in advance for the transatlantic crossing, with “120” réis to be paid by the addressee. The only item so far known demonstrating the existence of this Portuguese maritime postmark. S.G. Z42, Z50.
1’000
1286
1874, Jan 15. Entire letter from Pernambuco to Harbor Grace (Newfoundland), directly consigned to the British P.O. at Pernambuco with small cds on back (second type), them embarked on the PSNC “Valparaiso”. British 1s 1d charge which crossed out and “32” cents to be paid by the addressee. Arrival double-arc on front and St. John transit on back. A very unusual destination. Opinion Holcombe.
200
1287
1874, May 26. Cover to Buenos Aires carried by the RMSP “Neva”, franked at single rate with marginal 4d. vermilion pl. 13, tied by neat “C81” barred oval, showing “A/Bahia” cds at base. Very fine. S.G. Z 7. Ex Glassco.
150
59
1291 ex
1292
1294
1296
1299 ex
60
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1288
1839-74, British Post Office in Brazil. A significant balance collection of 51 covers, part of them being mounted and well written-up on exhibition pages, with usages of the three offices on mail to foreign destinations comprising Germany, Italy, Argentina, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, France and Great Britain, including scarce combinations with forwarding agents cachets, better postmarks with “Paid/ At/Rio de Janeiro” crowned circle, interesting usages with mail originating from Uruguay to USA with involvement of the Br. P.O. at Rio, very rare cover forwarded through Rio de Janeiro redirected on arrival in Great Britain after application of 1d. red stars, the earliest letter known from Brazil bearing the “Colonies & c Art. 12” exchange marking, the latest date of use known at Pernambuco (two days before the closure of the post office) and Bahia, some of the earliest usages known at Rio de Janeiro in 1839, disinfected mail, etc. A magnificent and comprehensive lot featuring a wide range of postal history elements, with the majority being fine-very fine. Accurate viewing is a must.
1’500
French Mail 1289
1822, Feb 15. Entire letter from Pará to Nantes (France) via French Guiana, with involvement of the French “L’Agousty” from Pará to Cayenne, where consigned to the local postal authorities for transit to France with neat red “Guyane Francaise” handstamp, “Colonies Par/Nantes” (Salles fig. 60) reception postmark, charged with “2” décimes. The letter was delivered by hand to the French vessel without involvement of the Brazilian mails. Only two covers originating from Brazil following this maritime route are believed to exist.
400
1290
1832, Jan 2. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Lorguel (France), charged at the of military concessionary rate of “5” décimes, with entries at Marseilles including cds and framed “Pays D’Outremer”. Letter punched with holes to let in disinfecting fumes, confirmed by “Purifiée à Marseille” italic postmark on reverse, which was exceptionally used on mail originating from South America. An extremely rare military mail in this period, with the added significance of exhibiting the only known use of this disinfection mark on mail from Brazil. With the conclusion of the Cisplatine War in 1828 between the United Provinces of the River Plate and the Empire of Brazil, a treaty was signed under British and French mediation, which also guaranteed free navigation of the River Plate, this being an issue of great interest for these European powers. Originating from Brazilian ports, some French sporadic attacks against the United Provinces occurred later. The sender of this letter might have taken part of the force of French warships and a landing force composed of 600 men who attacked the Port of Atalaya in Buenos Aires on 9.3.1832.
500
61
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1291
1833-39. Three covers from Rio de Janeiro to Basel (Switzerland), one showing red “C.T.F” (Colonies Transitaires Françaises) postmark of Paris; the second item bears French “E.T.F” (Étranger Transitaires Françaises), this being unique on cover from Brazil; with the third including Liverpool maritime entry and “Engeland Over Rotterdam” transit. All receiving different charges on arrival.
150
1292
1856, Dec 9. Entire letter from Bahia to Porto, placed on board the French “Barcelone” on its first and unique voyage to Brazil, with blue “Compagnie Franco-Americaine/Agence De bahia” double circle, charged at “360” réis on arrival for a weight from 2 ½ to 3 octaves, with two slits due to disinfection. Some soiling to cover. About eight letters are recorded with this navigation-company postmark.
250
1293
1850, 20r. black, 30r. black and 90r. black, three pairs, cut slightly into in small places, decoratively applied on reverse of 24.10.1860 cover from Rio de Janeiro to Bordeaux, tied by “Correio Geral Da Corte” cds before being delivered to the “Béarn” during its first voyage from South America serving the “Ligne du Brésil”, with octagonal “Brésil/Bearn” (Salles fig. 1.009) and anchor lozenge tying the Brazilian stamps, Bordeaux entry on reverse. According to the 1860 Brazil-France Convention the franking prepaid the 280r. single rate up to 7,5 gr. with the consequence of the “8” décimes manuscript charge being crossed out, as a result of probable misinterpretation of the postal regulations which had been recently introduced. A very rare combination of this scarce maritime postmark with Brazilian adhesives, these also representing a most unusual franking. RHM 12, 13, 15. Ex Lima.
1’500
1294
1863, May 25. Cover (side flaps missing) from Rio de Janeiro to Basel (Switzerland) at single rate, bearing France 1862 40 c. orange, single and vertical pair, tied by anchor lozenges with corresponding “Brésil/Guienne” octagonal (Salles fig. 1.011). Adhesives with imperfections and two creases to cover, hardly detracting from this, one of fewer than five covers known originating from Brazil and addressed to a European destination other than France, bearing French stamps. Maury 23.
500
62
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1295
1864, April 10. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, overpaying the single 60c. rate to the River Plate with France 1862 80 c. rose, trimmed by scissors, tied by anchor lozenge with accompanying “Brésil/Saintonge” octagon, which is not recorded by Salles but listed by Alexandre in his catalogue with the highest degree of rarity. Red “P.P.” confirming prepayment of postage. The only cover so far recorded from Brazil to the River Plate bearing French stamps, also possessing a more important feature as demonstrating the usage of the extremely rare “Brésil/Saintonge” octagonal postmark. A gem of the French maritime mail. Maury 24.
1’500
1296
1868, Jan 6. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Altona (Germany), initially carried by “David, Huber & Ca.” of Rio (blue double oval), later embarked on the RMSP “Oneida” after leaving the British P.O. (small cds at top right). In France it received the “Brésil/Amb. Cal. Lille A” denoting mail originating from Brazil via England and addressed to foreign Continental countries. French “*F.48*” credit and “10” gröschen due on receipt. Just about five covers are recorded with this French “Lille A” postmark. Signed Lange.
200
1297
1869, Jan 24. Envelope (opened for display) from Rio de Janeiro to Upsala (Sweden), with Brazilian “RioJaneiro” cds on back, carried by RMSP “La Plata”, with superb “Brésil/Amb. Cal. Lille B”and “*F.21*” handstamp indicating French credit. Swedish red crayon on delivery. Just three covers are known bearing this French distribution datestamp for Brazilian mail, this being addressed to a rare destination.
250
1298
1871, Nov 22. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Deventer (Holland), carried by the RMSP “Douro”, with French “Brésil/Amb. Cal. Lille A” cds and framed “*F.22*” Art. 18 French credit. Initially charged at double “140” rate on arrival, being replaced by “70” Gl. A rare destination, with the most important feature being one of five letters known with the Lille “A” distribution postmark.
200
1299
1824-76. French Maritime Mail. 40 covers to Belgium, Denmark, France, German States, Great Britain, Italy, Newfoundland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, USA, with some items being detailed written-up, including some unusual destinations, scarce exchange accountancy markings, early mail in the 1820’s with French maritime entries, Atlantic Ocean double crossing mail, forwarding agent involvement, very rare usages of the “Brésil” consular octagonal datestamps of Rio de Janeiro and Bahia (Salles fig. 1.054 & 1.055 = ‘RR, pièces d’amateur’), mail carried by the infrequent “Touche et Cie.” maritime company, etc.. Also with couple of items originating from Argentina and Uruguay. Viewing highly recommended for this quite comprehensive balance.
2’000
63
1297 1298
1302 ex 1303 ex
1305
1307 ex
1308
1309 ex
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French Consular Agencies
1300
1860, June 28. Entire letter from Bahia to Porto, consigned to the French Consulate which applied blue “Brésil/2-2” (Salles fig. 1.055) octagonal datestamp used at Bahia, following carriage by the “Guienne”, Portuguese single postage of 150 réis to be paid by the addressee. Lisbon entry and Porto backstamps. This Bahia consular postmark is unrecorded in blue by Salles; other usages in black registered by Salles are catalogued as “RR-pièces d’amateur”, with the date of this cover in June, the earliest known, being unrecorded for any consular usage in Brazil. Of delightful quality, this is the only example known of this very rare postmark in blue, further enhanced by being the only Brazilian postal-history entire known mailed on the inaugural voyage of the “Messageries Impériales” Line.
2’000
1301
1860, Sept 30. Entire letter from Bahia to Porto, directly consigned to the French consular agency bearing “Brésil/2-2” octagonal datestamp (Salles fig. 1.055) used at Bahia, alongside showing quadruple “600” Portuguese tax. Backstamps including “Brésil/Guienne” (Salles fig. 1.011), as well as Lisbon transatlantic entry and arrival. An unusually fine usage of this very rare consular postmark. Salles: “RR-Pièce d’amateur”.
1’000
1302
1860, July-Sept. Two entire letters to Genoa (Italy) and Porto (Portugal), carried by the “Navarre” and the “Guienne”, each showing “Brésil/1-1” octagonal datestamp (Salles fig. 1.054). A very desirable duo demonstrating the two dates recorded of this very rare consular postmark. Salles: “RR-pièce d’amateur”.
500
65
Brazil Starting Price US $
German Mail 1303
1857, Feb-Sept. Two entires carried by the “Hamburg Brasilianische Packetschiffahrt Gesellschaft”. One letter addressed from Bahia to Porto endorsed “Por Teutonia”, disinfected and charged on receipt, the other from Pernambuco to Genoa with manuscript “P. Petropolis”, “GB/1F60c” accountancy marking, “Ship-Letter” h.s. and “10” manuscript due. A scarce duo carried by this company, which only operated in 1857.
200
front
reverse
1304
1861, July 19. Cover conveyed by German merchant vessel, addressed to Helmstedt (Brunswick, Germany) by Dr. Hermann Blumenau, founder of the Blumenau Colony in Santa Catarina Province, confirmed by blue cachet with manuscript date on front, together with two manuscript “4” gröschen notations denoting fees debited by the addressee to the Hamburg and Helmstedt P.O.’s. The letter was sent free of postal charges in Brazil according to the official Decree 399 which exempted immigrants for payment of postage for mail sent to their country of origin. Reverse showing Brunswick Consulate paper seal and mandatory yellow label inscribed: “Das Kaiserlich Brasilianische General-Consulat in Hamburg befördert jeden Monat alle demselben bis zum 2ten für in Brasilien ansässige Kolonisten zukommenden Briefe gratis; später eingesandte werden einen Monat später befördert.”, stating that the Consulate in Hamburg sent free of charge all letters addressed to colonists in Brazil; unless this mail was delivered by the second day of each month would be sent one month later. Hamburg and Helmstedt datestamps in blue. Illustrated on page 103a of “Catálogo Enciclopédico de Selos & História Postal do Brasil”. The yellow Consulate label is preserved in extraordinary condition as not being torn on opening. A fascinating usage for collectors of Brazilian and German postal history, with only three covers recorded.
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1’500
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1305
1874, April 20. Envelope from Rio de Janeiro to Harburg (Germany), conveyed by the H.S.D.G. “Rio”, franked by 1866 200r. black paying the Brazilian single postage for mail not subjected to postal conventions, tied by cork cancel on dispatch and German “Aus Südamerika/via Hamburg.” two-line h.s. applied at Hamburg, “4” gröschen blue crayon. Very fine and rare. RHM 28.
400
1306
1881. Envelope to Hamburg (Germany), directly delivered to the German “Argentina” packet sailing for the “Hamburg-Brasilianiscche Dampfschiffahrts Gesellschaft”, franked at single UPU rate with two “Barba Branca” 100r., tied on arrival with framed “Aus Brasilien” postmark, denoting this cover to originate from Brazil. Of great desirability with fewer than five covers recorded bearing this German postmark. Signed Köhler. RHM 41.
750
1307
1836-58. German Maritime Mail. 6 covers to Portugal, England and Denmark, carried by merchant “Medusa” & “Elise” vessels, as well as “Hamburg Brasilianische Packetschiffahrt Gesellschaft” – “Petropolis” & “Teutonia” including first and last voyages. Scarce.
250
Portuguese Mail 1308
1854-56. Two entire letters from Bahia to Porto via Lisbon, bearing very fine “Companhia de Paquetes a Vapor Luso Brasileira/Bahia” double oval h.s. in blue and black, following conveyance of the “D. Maria II”. “160” & “200” réis due on delivery, up to 2 and 2 ½ octaves rate, backstamped on receipt. Scarce.
200
1309
1856, Jan-March. Two entire letters from Rio de Janeiro to Porto and Lisbon, carried by the “D. Pedro II” and “D. Maria II”, with fine and superb blue “Companhia de Paquetes a Vapor Luso Brasileira/Rio de Janeiro” double oval h.s., subjected to disinfection with two slits, charged at “240” & “320” réis rates, one in combination with rare forwarding agent cachet of “Hairo Le Cocq & Co.”. Backstamps including Lisbon entry and receipt cds. Scarce.
250
1310
1855-56. Five entire letters to Lisbon and Porto, bearing usages of the “Companhia de Paquetes a Vapor Luso Brasileira” double ovals of Bahia and Rio de Janeiro, showing four different rates. Scarce.
250
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1310 ex 1311
1312
1313
1314 front-reverse
1316
1317
68
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Sardinian & Italian Mail 1311
1824, May 14. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon, carried by British merchant vessel, extraordinarily calling at Livorno for disinfection with black “Lazzaretto Di S. Rocco” wax seal on reverse, being later disembarked at Gibraltar bearing light strike of “De Gibr. S. Roque Anda. Baxa” in red, to be forwarded overland via Badajoz to Lisbon. Rated “90” to be paid by the addressee for mail from Spain. At that time no maritime postal routes existed between Brazil and Italy. An exceptional usage in this period representing a disinfected mail and the earliest cover known from Brazil with Italian transit.
300
1312
1829, Feb 1st. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Genoa, rated “4” with the maritime discharged tax being 1 décime plus 3 décimes as double rate for one regional trip and one distribution bureau. Probably conveyed via Gibraltar (as per internal text) to Marseilles, thence by maritime means to destination with “Via Di Mare” red entry. A rare early entire.
200
1313
1847, Feb 17. Entire letter from Bahia to Genoa, with involvement of the Sardinian “Stella” without entering the Brazilian mails, charged “4” decimi on arrival, with red “Via/Di Mare/A” of Genoa identifying this correspondence as originating from America. A rare example of mail conveyed by a Sardinian ship instead of a British or French vessel for carriage.
150
1314
1857, January. Cover from Bahia to Paris via Genoa with very fine green marking of the Sardinian Consulate at Bahia on reverse, embarked on the “Compagnia Transatlatica”-“Torino” on her inaugural voyage from South America, arriving at Genoa on Feb. 11 where the framed “Vapori transatl.” was applied after being disembarked for overland carriage, red French entry, charged at single rate with “8” décimes on arrival. Six covers known with this transatlantic postmark.
500
1315
1857, May 18. Entire letter from Bahia to Genoa (Sardinia), conveyed by the “Conte di Cavour” of the “Compagnia Transatlantica” on her last voyage to South America, with neat framed “Vapori transatl.” h.s. applied at Genoa, charged 1.10 lire for each 7.5 grams. One of just six covers known.
750
Spanish Mail 1316
1814, Dec 6. Entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Vilanova i la Geltrú (Spain), with all probability being privately carried to Havana, hence embarked on a Spanish packet bound for Barcelona, with superb “Yndias” red postmark (type B) used at Havana as transit or applied at arrival port in Spain. A rare cover to an unusual destination following an infrequent route.
250
1317
1845, March 8. Entire letter from Pernambuco to Barcelona, delivered to captain João Marstany of the “Barcellonez” brig sailing to Puerto Rico, with an envisioned departure at the end of April from this Caribbean port (as per internal text in this letter). Entire consigned to the Spanish mails with application of red “Yndias” straight-line, charged with 5 reales to be paid by the addressee. Rare.
150
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Walter Gonçalves Taveira Walter Gonçalves Taveira was born in Nova Lima, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. He graduated in Business Administration and had a very active career as a financial administrator, working for several Brazilian, American and European companies, occupying high positions of management in the automobile and mining industries. In 1997 he was appointed Honorary Consul of Canada for Belo Horizonte, through an assignment granted by the Prime Minister, remaining in this position until September 2006. After his retirement, he also dedicated his time to research in history, becoming member of three renowned institutes of history and geography. He became interested in philately at his childhood. His numerous collections were dedicated to Brazilian and British philately. Walter G. Taveira is an active writer of articles and the prestigious author of “Brazil 1844-1846: Slanted Numerals”,
an outstanding work of research which manifested in this book dedicated to the second issue of Brazil, being internationally awarded a large vermeil medal. Together with Dr. Braulio Carsalade Villlela, he dedicated his efforts to the publication of an important book to be issued in 2012: “Marquês de Sapucahy, o Executivo do Império”, dedicated o the person who implemented the Brazilian Postal Reform on 29.11.1842, leading to, in 1843, the issue of the “Bull’s Eyes”. He is also a recognised expert of Brazilian philatelic philately, qualified to issue certificates. In this regard he is supported by FEFIBRA and Câmara Brasileira de Filatelia. One of his most important achievements was to become Fellow of the Royal Philatelic Society of London. It is a privilege to offer here his most important collection, being dedicated to the “Numerals” classic issues of Brazil, which was awarded international Gold Medals.
Walter G. Taveira Official expert for Brazil, F.R.P.S.L.
Authenticity Walter G. Taveira is an acknowledged expert of Brazil by FEFIBRA and Câmara Brasileira de Filatelia. His own collection has been assembled with great care in regard to genuineness. Therefore no complaints or requests of extension regarding the authenticity of any lot in the auction will be accepted. All lots are offered on the basis that they are ex the “Walter G. Taveira” collection and as such are deemed to have been expertised by him. Mr. Taveira will be very happy to issue a certificate of authenticity for items to those collectors who require it. Please note that the cost of these certificates will be the responsibility of the buyers.
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BRAZIL 1844-1846: "SLANTING NUMERALS" HANDBOOK by Walter G. Taveira The comprehensive and outstanding work on the "Inclinados", the scarcest issue of classic Brazilian philately Available on request
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1320
1319
1318
1324
1323
1326 1336
1332
1337
1338 ex
1339
1340
1345 ex
1348
1349
1346
1351 ex
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THE WALTER G. TAVEIRA COLLECTION OF “NUMERALS” OF BRAZIL
“Bull's Eyes” Issue
1318
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1843, 30r. black, early printing on medium yellowish paper, attractive sharp impression with equally balanced margins all around, being large and enabling outer framelines at left and base to be exhibited, unused without gum. Very fine. RHM 1. Ex Santos.
500
1319
(«)
1843, 30r. black, intermediate and late printings, two examples on thin paper, margins being ample all around and predominantly large. Minor imperfections not detracting from the fine to very fine appearance. An interesting duo on thin paper showing two states of printing. RHM 1B.
750
1320
1843, 30r. black, early printing on medium paper, exhibiting two pre-printing paper folds with ample to mostly large margins featuring an intense colour, cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. A spectacular piece. RHM 1.
250
1321
1843, 30r. black, intermediate printing on thin paper, complete or clear margins all round with a minute portion of the frame line missing in lower left corner, delightfully cancelled in centre by framed “AOL” cancellation in blue-green. This handstamp has been recorded by Paulo Ayres in his handbook (1105), although the place from which this postmark originates as well as the significance of the lettering has not been determined yet. Cancellations in this colour are very rarely encountered on this issue, with this handstamp being an extremely rare usage on “Bull’s Eyes”. A most interesting piece. RHM 1B. Ex Comelli.
250
1322
1843, 30r. black, early printing on thin paper, ample balanced margins for the most part, close at top right margin, very fresh cancelled at Campos. Although this “Campos” handstamp has been recorded by Paulo Ayres as an unframed straight-line, this example shows part of a frame line at base which led him to believe that this postmark also exists as a framed type. Very scarce. RHM 1B.
250
1323
1843, 30r. black, late printing on medium paper, large margins on all sides, showing a clean strike of the “Sabará” straight-line handstamp. Minor vertical crease. RHM 1.
150
1324
1843, 30r. black, early intermediate printing on medium paper, pair with predominantly wide margins showing a rich colour, cleanly cancelled by “Correio de Santos 29-5-1844” datestamp. Free of the imperfections which usually plague these multiples. RHM 1 = R$ 6,000. Ex Rodrigues.
600
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1325
1843, 30r. black, late printing on medium paper, horizontal pair with margins ranging from clear to large, neatly cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 25-12-1844” exhibiting the date complete, a most unusual Christmas day usage. Tiny surface rubbing on back and faint vertical crease, as commonly encountered. Most unusual. RHM 1 = R$ 6,000.
400
1326
1843, 30r. black, late printing on medium paper, vertical pair featuring large margins to huge enabling the lower frame line of the pane to be exhibited at base, in greyish shade showing a complete strike of the Pernambuco “shield” datestamp of April 1844. Horizontal crease at base. RHM 1 = R$ 6,000. Ex Burrus.
500
1327
1843, 30r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, vertical pair with large even margins, of great freshness, cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 17-4-1844” datestamp. Slight suspicion of upper left corner crease not apparent on front. Extremely fine appearance. RHM 1 = R$ 6,000.
750
1328
1843, 30r. black, early intermediate printing on medium paper, horizontal strip of four, positions 9 to 12 from the third plate, three large margins to close at right, lightly cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 27-2-1845” datestamp. Vertical strong crease between second and third stamps resulting in tears, which has been reinforced, and other usual minor imperfections. A rare multiple. RHM 1. Ex Ferreira.
2’500
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1329
1843, 30r. black, block of four, late printing on thin paper, wide to large margins on three sides showing outer frame line at right, attractively cancelled by centred strike of “Correio Geral. Da Corte 1-31845” datestamp. Several minor faults including two thin spots at top, all being usual imperfections for a such “Bull’s Eye” multiple, which in no way detract. A rare block of this denomination printed on thin paper. RHM 1B = R$ 32,500.
3’000
1330
1843, 30r. black, late printing on medium paper, a magnificent block of four with equally large margins on all four sides, with each horizontal pair lightly cancelled by framed “Ceara” handstamp. A rare multiple which is far above the norm in its good state of preservation. RHM 1 = R$ 32,500. Ex Lopes.
3’500
1331
«
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, a remarkable unused example boasting original gum, this being a difficult to find feature, originating from the base of the sheet, showing a detailed impression. An exhibition quality original-gum example. RHM 2.
300
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1332
(«)
1843, 60r. black, early printing on thick paper, crisp impression and even margins, being huge at right with outer frame line as originating from the right of the sheet, unused without gum. A desirable marginal example on thick paper. RHM 2A.
200
1333
(«)
1843, 60r. black, early printing on medium paper, a marginal unused example without gum, outer frame line at right with mostly large margins. Featuring “suture” (stitch) watermark at right, type 5, consisting on wavy horizontal lines. Scarce. RHM 2FS = R$ 10,000. The hand-manufactured paper used in the early Brazilian philately was dried on cylinders which were coated with a thin leather skin. The leather skin occasionally cracked and consequently was sewn or repaired with staples. The consequence of the suture occurred in this process was the appearance of a watermark which known as “suture”.
500
1334
(«)
1843, 60r. black, early printing on medium paper, horizontal pair with uniformly balanced large margins boasting sharp impression, unused without gum. Couple of faint creases not apparent on front and minute tear only in margin at top. Very fresh. RHM 2.
500
1335
(«)
1843, 60r. black, late intermediate printing on medium paper, a marginal horizontal strip of four, large equal margins all around with barely visible portions of the outer frame line of the pane at top, unused without gum. Faint wrinkles show only when drying. A rare unused multiple. RHM 2. Ex Lima.
2’500
1336
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on thin and medium papers, two examples, one possessing clear to wide margins cancelled by very rare “S.I. De Campos” straight-line (“S.I.” for Imperial Service), the second being a lower-sheet margin example with “Cidade/De/Campos” oval handstamp (P.A. 1256). RHM 2, 2B.
300
1337
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on thin paper, two well margined and very fine examples showing exceedingly rare ”Correio de Curytiba” (P.A. 1570) and very scarce “Correio de Campinas” (P.A. 1565) double circles. A very difficult duo. RHM 2B.
300
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1338
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, two large margined examples, each cancelled by very fine strike of “V. Diamantina” oval handstamp. One stamp with imperfections including few acid ink erosions. Scarce. RHM 2.
150
1339
1843, 60r. black, late printing on thin paper, a clear margined example showing framed “Inutiliz.”, for “Inutilizado”, handstamp (unrecorded by Paulo Ayres). Suspicion of corner crease. Scarce. RHM 2B.
100
1340
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium and thin paper, two examples with margins varying from ample to large, showing different postmarks including “Marianna” straight-line and “Correio de Marianna” double circle. Usual imperfections. A very rare duo. RHM 2, 2B. Ex Comelli.
300
1341
1342
1343
1341
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on thin paper, wide to large margins, showing neat part of framed “Matto Grosso” postmark (P.A. 1358) plus manuscript date. Usual slight imperfections reduced to couple of small thin spots and faint crease. An extremely rare usage. RHM 2B.
250
1342
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, large even margins all around, with a superb strike of “Minas Novas” straight-line handstamp. Minute thin speck and vertical crease along frame line at left not affecting the fine appearance. Very fine and exceedingly scarce. RHM 2.
250
1343
1843, 60r. black, late printing on medium paper, a fresh large margined example cancelled by elusive “Parnaiba” straight-line handstamp (P.A. 1159). Very fine and exceedingly scarce. RHM 2.
250
1344
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, ample even margins on all four sides, tied to piece by very fine “Rio Grande 18(?)” double circle (P.A. 1620). A very fine and rare usage in red. RHM 2.
200
1345
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on thin paper, three well margined examples showing very fine strikes of “Sabará” straight-line postmark. One example with slight wrinkle. RHM 2B.
250
1346
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on thick white paper (90 microns), a marginal example from the top of the sheet with very good margins, showing very fine framed “Silveiras” postmark (P.A. 1502). Thin spot and slight corner crease. Very rare. RHM 2A.
150
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1347
1352
1347
1843, 60r. black, early printing on medium paper, a very fresh horizontal pair with clear to mostly large margins on three sides, in an intense rich shade and detailed printing, showing the “suture” (stitch) watermark (type 3) featuring two columns of horizontal lines, mostly between adhesives, centrally cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 2-1-1845” datestamp. A very fine and rare multiple with this variety. RHM 2FS = R$ 13,500.
1’000
1348
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, a fresh marginal horizontal pair in a greyish shade, large balanced margins on all sides with outer frame line at right, cleanly cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 7-9-1844” datestamp. Vertical crease between adhesives, not detracting. Very fine. RHM 2 = R$ 3,800.
300
1349
1843, 60r. black, early printing on medium paper, pair with clear to mostly large margins on two sides, very fine impression and colour, showing “Correio Geral. Da Corte” double-arc datestamp with indistinct date. Very fine. RHM 2.
300
1350
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, horizontal pair from the lower right corner of the sheet, positions 59-60, ample to enormous margins on two sides enabling to show the outer frame lines, cancelled by “Grampará” octagonal handstamp in red, together with traces of the ink used to write the date as accompanying indication to the postmark. A few small spots of surface scuffs and two closed tears, one of which affecting the design at right, nevertheless an infrequent usage on cornersheet multiple. RHM 2.
300
1351
1843, 60r. black, two vertical pairs, one being a marginal intermediate printing on thin paper and good margins, the other an early printing on medium paper with margins varying from clear to large, both very fresh cancelled by “Correio da Bahia” datestamps (P.A. 1605). Usual imperfections which are of little consequence. An unusual duo of pairs from Bahia. RHM 2, 2B.
600
1352
1843, 60r. black, late printing on medium paper, a magnificent vertical strip of three from the left of the sheet, large equal margins on three sides, being enormous at left with outer frame line, showing two strikes of “Correio Geral. Da Corte 12-9-1843” datestamp. Slight horizontal bend in centre as usually found, in no way detracting from the beauty of this showpiece. RHM 2 = R$ 7,500.
800
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1353
1354
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, horizontal strip of three with ample margins all around, just touching the upper right corner, remarkably fresh and cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte 31-5-1843” datestamp. Couple of traces of creasing of no importance, being in above average condition. An unusual multiple. RHM 2. Ex Lopes.
750
1843, 60r. black, late printing on medium paper, a marginal example from the left of the sheet, in a greyish shade, large to enormous margins with outer frame line at left and part of the neighbouring adhesive at base, used to pay the single overland rate on reverse of 9 December 1843 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Sabará, cleanly tied by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. Cover expertly cleaned to restore appearance. It may be considered as the finest example in existence used as single franking on cover. RHM2.
2’000
79
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1355
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, horizontal pair showing damaged frame lines at base of the adhesives - due to the poor wear of the copper plates -, principally wide margins, just touching in lower left corner, paying the single maritime rate up to 4 eighths on 23 December 1843 cover from Rio de Janeiro carried by the “Pernambuco” coastal vessel to Maranhão, tied by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. Vertical crease just impinging on one adhesive. Scarce. RHM 2. Ex Lopes.
80
2’000
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1356
1843, 60r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, a well margined example which was required to pay the single overland rate on 30 January 1845 entire letter from Ouro Preto to Villa da Itabira, tied by “I. C. Do Ouro Preto/Correio Geral de Minas” datestamp. Despite the cover presenting several imperfections including overall toning, it may be cleaned to restore its appearance. A significant “Bull’s Eyes”- postal history item, being one of just two covers recorded originating from Ouro Preto. RHM 2.
1357
500
1358
1357
(«)
1843, 90r. black, early and intermediate printings on thin paper, two examples mainly possessing large margins, unused without gum. Each stamp very slightly affected by crease. A difficult stamp in unused condition on thin paper. RHM 3B.
1’000
1358
1843, 90r. black, medium printing on thin paper, ample but fairly balanced margins, displaying red “Barra/De./S. Joao” oval handstamp in red. A couple of small surface scuffs on back, of little significance for this exceedingly scarce usage. RHM 3B.
400
1359
1843, 90r. black, late printing on medium paper, ample even margins all around, cancelled by framed “Corumba”, which has not been recorded by either Paulo Ayres or Koester. An extremely rare cancellation. RHM 3.
400
1360
1843, 90r. black, late printing on medium paper, a top-pane margin example with clear to enormous margins, showing a neat strike of the “Grampará” octagonal postmark in red. Small surface rubbing on reverse and pressed diagonal crease of no consequence on front. A visually captivating example. RHM 3.
250
81
1359
1350
1362
1371
1360
1377
1363 ex 1375
1369 ex
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1361
1843, 90r. black, late printing on medium paper, a top pane-margin example cancelled by “S. Rita” oval handstamp. Small portion of lower right corner defective and repaired. A probably unique example of this cancellation which has not been recorded by Paulo Ayres or Koester. RHM 3.
400
1362
1843, 90r. black, two examples, one featuring a late printing on thin paper example with ample even margins, cancelled by “Correio de Mogy Mirim” circle handstamp, with few usual imperfections; the other, large margined, example shows an early printing on medium paper with rare “S. Joao del Rei” straight-line. RHM 3.
500
1363
1843, 90r. black, late printing on medium and thin papers, two examples possessing good margins showing a very large part of a neighbouring adhesive resembling a bisect usage, cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. One stamp with slight corner crease. RHM 3, 3B.
500
1364
1843, 90r. black, early printing on medium paper, pair showing a rich colour which is characteristic of this period of printing, three large margins, clear at top, cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. Tiny tear at top which hardly enters the frame line. RHM 3 = R$ 13,500. Ex Lopes.
750
1365
1843, 90r. black, intermediate printing on medium paper, a magnificent block of four from the top of the pane displaying the outer frame line, three large margins to huge at top featuring a good impression with each horizontal pair cancelled by “Cidade/De/Nictheroy” handstamp. Small thin spot between the adhesives at top. A scarce multiple. RHM 3 = R$ 45,000.
3’500
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1366
1843, 90r. black together with 30r. black, both being marginal examples with outer frame line on one side, displaying a late printing on medium paper, greyish shade, with large to mostly very large margins, each tied by Pernambuco “shield” datestamp on 19 June 1844 lettersheet to Maranhão. Carried at single maritime rate by the “Imperador”. Two filing folds through adhesives have been pressed out. A visually attractive franking rarely including marginal examples. Cert. Holcombe, signed Richter and Calves. RHM 2, 3. Ex Comelli.
2’500
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1367
1843, 90r. black, a single example graced by a very fresh impression, in combination with 60r. marginal pair from the right of the pane, both featuring an intermediate printing on medium paper, good to large margins, cleanly and harmoniously tied to piece by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” double circle datestamp. A very fine and rare mixed-value franking with at most three examples recorded on piece (no covers are known). Signed Miro. RHM 2, 3. Ex Ferreira.
2’000
1368
(«)
1843, 30r, 60r. and 90r., complete set, unused without gum, intermediate printings on medium paper, except for the 60r. which was printed on thick paper, including the 60r. and 90r. denominations as being marginal with outer frame line on one side, with predominantly large margins. Scarce in unused condition. A very fine trio. RHM 1, 2A, 3.
1’200
1369 («)/
1843, “Bull’s Eye” balance group. A remarkable assembly containing 44 stamps with each denomination also represented in unused condition, including better or unusual cancellations such as Cerro, Minas Novas, S. Joao de Rei, Sabará, Ceará, Ouro Preto, Porto Alegre, N. Friburgo, “Correio Da Bahia” straight-line, etc., multiples with pairs of 30r. and 60r., range of papers and printings, as well as marginal examples. Some degree of faults to be expected, with accurate viewing being essential. An interesting lot, being rarely offered to the market.
3’500
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“Inclinados” Issue “Bull’s Eyes” Paper Issue
10 Reis on “Bull’s Eye” Paper One of the Two Rarest Stamps in Classic Brazilian Philately
1370
(«)
1844-46 (?), 10r. black, fine impression on “Bull’s Eye” paper of 60 microns thickness, in a strong colour and impression which is characteristic of the early printing, showing re-entries on all four sides, small part of the frame line missing at base with good margins in other respects, unused without gum. This item was discovered by Walter G. Taveira in July of 1992. This thick paper features 60 microns, in a contrasting thickness to the thin paper of 45 microns which was believed to be the only paper used to print the 10r. denomination. This 60 microns paper was part of the remainders used to print the “Bull’s Eyes”. It was thought that this example might be an essay, although in fact no essay of this stamp has ever been stated to exist; however, the discovery of just another example, but in used condition, confirmed the status of this piece to be an issued stamp. Illustrated by Walter G. Taveira in his handbook on page 100 stating: “This piece was verified and approved by Alvaro Carvalho, examined and considered legitimate by Everaldo Nigro dos Santos (MCBF), Paulo Rodolpho Comelli (MCBF), Marcelo G. C. Studart and several other philatelists (…)”. In the “Mosaico” magazine of April 2003, published by the Camara Brasileira de Filatelia, an article, written by Roberto Pucinelli, was dedicated to the discovery of this stamp. One of just two examples recorded demonstrating the usage of “Bull’s Eye” paper to print the 10r. denomination, this being unique in unused condition. This item represents a different stamp, as printed on a completely different paper, to the usual 10r. value which is listed in the RHM and other catalogues. A true gem being, together with the 30r. type II printed on “Bull’s Eye” paper, one of the two rarest stamps of Brazilian philately. (Image size 120%)
50’000
1371
(«)
1844, 30r. black, intermediate impression, type I, a very fresh example printed on grooved medium paper, clear to predominantly wide margins, unused without gum. This is the only example known of this value printed on grooved paper. (Photo on page 82)
250
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30 Reis, Type II, on “Bull’s Eye” Paper One of the Two Rarest Stamps in Classic Brazilian Philately
1372
1844, 30r. black, intermediate impression, type II, frame lime lacking at left, otherwise ample to large margins on two sides, cancelled by “Correio Geral Da Corte” cds. The cancellation caused a slight oxidation which is visible on both sides, this being of little significance for this great rarity featuring type II of the 30r. denomination on “Bull’s Eye” paper. This is one of the two rarest stamps of Brazilian philately as only three examples off cover are so far recorded, all in used condition, of which two, originating from a pair which was severed into two single examples, were used at Ceará, with this being unique as used at Rio de Janeiro. This adhesive must be also considered as one of the scarcest in South American philately. One of the two rarest stamps of Brazilian philately. RHM 5C. (Image size 120%)
50’000
1373
(«)
1844, 60r. black, fine impression, vertical pair featuring types I / II, very rich colour, just touched at right of lower stamp, clear to mostly huge margins in other respects, unused without gum, Tiny thin spot. The second largest multiple of the 60 reis recorded in unused condition featuring types I & II, with two items known. RHM 6B+6C = R$ 11,000.
750
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1374
1844, 60r. black, semi-worn impression, type I, pair with large margins all around, showing traces of an indistinct cancellation. Pairs being the largest recorded multiple of only type I, irrespective of paper type, with only five known in used condition. RHM 6B.
400
1375
1844, 60r. black, fine impression, type II, a magnificent pair from the top left corner of the sheet, graced by outstanding margins, cancelled by indistinct datestamp. Minute spots of soiling mostly in margins and minute surface scuff between adhesives. An unusual multiple on “Bull’s Eye” paper. RHM 6C = R$ 2,750. (Photo on page 82)
250
Thin Paper Issue
1376
1846, 10r. black, fine impression, of remarkable freshness and very fine colour, three large margins, just touched at right, cancelled by Pernambuco “shield” stamp of 23 September 1846 “23/7BRO/1846”, which represents the earliest date recorded for the lowest denomination in the “Inclinados” issue, pre-dating by three days the first day of issue for this stamp which was stated by some authors. Unique. RHM 4. The first day of issue of the 10r. value has given rise to controversy which has not been solved yet. Some authors believed the 26 September 1846 to be the first day of issue, although very important and renowned experts such as Everaldo Nigro do Santos and Walter G. Taveira rejected this theory. The theory of the first day of issue of the 10r. denomination has remains unknown and a mystery to advanced Brazilian collectors, even more if we also take into consideration the two 10r. examples known printed on “Bull’s Eye” paper.
500
1377
«
1846, 10r. black, worn impression, a magnificent block of four with ample balanced margins all around, graced by its original cracked gum. Very fine. RHM 4 = R$ 5,000+. (Photo on page 82)
400
1378
1846, 10r. black, worn impression, a well margined example cancelled by octagonal “Mambocaba” handstamp. Very fine and extremely rare.
200
1379
1846, 10r. black, two marginal multiples being an irregular block of four (one stamp affected by pin holes and another creased) and pair, fine and worn impressions, mainly excellent margins with portions of adjoining adhesives, showing “S. Joao Del Rei” straight-line postmark in red. Scarce. RHM 4.
250
1380
1846, 10r. black, blocks of four and six (2x3) in contrasting shades and impressions, featuring reentries, cut slightly into in places, cancelled by red “Sabará” straight-line. One multiple with thin spots and some creasing. An unusual duo. RHM 4.
200
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1381
1846, 10r. black, two blocks of twelve, one (2x6) featuring intermediate impression and originating from the bottom left corner of the sheet, the other (3x4) showing an early impression, each cut slightly into in one margin only, both cancelled by indistinct red cancels and exhibiting re-entries and pronounced misalignment of transfers in places. Slight usual creasing. RHM 4.
400
1382
1846, 10r. black, intermediate impression, strip of three and irregular block of three from the bottom left corner of the sheet with complete marginal lines, mostly large margins, both showing re-entries, tied to 5 July 1851 entire letter to Cattas Altas (Minas Gerais) by “I. C. Do Ouro Preto/Correio Geral de Minas” datestamp. Overland single rate. Usual overall toning, a usual fault which is not to be considered in this issue. A significant cover as being one of just two recorded in this issue originating from Ouro Preto. RHM 4.
400
1383
(«)
1845, 30r. black, intermediate impression, type II, a well margined block of 12 (4x3), unused without gum as usual, of overall great freshness. Some creasing as usually found and small closed tears at top, not detracting. A scarce multiple. RHM 5.
500
1384
1845, 30r. black, worn impression, type II, three well margined examples with just one touching at left, each showing a different cancellation comprising Capivari, Sorocaba and “Inutilizado”. A rare trio.
200
1385
1845, 30r. black, type I, intermediate and worn impressions in two blocks of four and vertical strip of three representing three of the four third largest multiples known of the 30r. type I, each cancelled by a different handstamp (Bahia, Pernambuco and Rio de Janeiro). Usual imperfections. A unique trio. RHM 5A = R$ 15,000.
750
1386
1845, 30 r. black, worn impression, type I, a marginal horizontal block of six from the top of the sheet, just touching part of one adhesive at right, otherwise good to huge margins, cancelled by indistinct datestamp. Sealed tear at top left and minor creasing. The second largest multiple featuring only type I in this value. RHM 5A.
500
1387
«
1845, 60r. black, intermediate impression, type II, a stunning block of 15 (5x3) from the upper right corner of the sheet, positions 5-9 / 14-18 / 23-27, one stamp cut slightly into at base, otherwise complete to enormous margins with outer frame lines on two sides, displaying a remarkable freshness with traces of a worn plate and graced by large parts of its original gum. Natural paper wrinkle in centre, only mentioned for accuracy. A very rare piece representing the second largest unused multiple of 60r. type II. RHM 6. Ex Kuyas.
3’000
89
1390
1383
1398
1392
1385
1384 ex
1402 1379 ex
1403
1380 ex
1425 ex
90
1381 ex
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1388
1389
1388
«
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type I, a very fine example with very large margins on two sides enabling the marginal rule of the sheet at right to be exhibited, unused with gum. As confirmed by statistic reports and the scarcity on the market, the 60r. type I on thin paper is much scarcer than the 60r. type II or the 60r. type I on “Bull’s Eye” paper; as a matter of fact, according to estimations, 20 used stamps of type II exist for each stamp of type I on thin paper. This 60r. stamp is the only one in unused condition so far recorded representing the scarce type I. An important rarity of the “Inclinados”. RHM 6A = R$ 15,000.
1’500
1389
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type II, ample to large margins, showing “V. De Formigas” double oval cancellation. Usages of green postmarks are of great rarity on this issue, with just two examples, to our knowledge, recorded. RHM 6.
200
1390
1845, 60r. black, intermediate impression, type II, three examples with good margins, with just one example touched at top, showing interesting cancellations comprising very rare framed “Capella”, scarce “Pelotas” straight-line and framed “Paranaguá.” which scarcely used in red. Two stamps with very slight imperfection. RHM 6.
250
1391
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type I, a remarkable pair possessing margins of exceptional size showing part of an adjoining adhesive at base, cancelled by “Correio Geral. Da Corte” datestamp. Two tears at top, of which one has been closed. The largest multiple recorded of the elusive 60r. type I, which is the most seldom seen of the 60r. stamps. Five used pairs are reported to exist, this possessing the very important significance of being printed on thin paper (in this case being, out of the norm, scarcer than the “Bull’s Eye” paper). RHM 6A = R$ 12,000.
750
1392
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, vertical pair, types I / II, good margins all around, cancelled by “Correio Da Bahia” cds. Surface rubbing on back and horizontal crease at top. Scarce. RHM 6+6A = R$ 6,500.
300
1393
1845, 60r. black, intermediate impression, type II, a well margined example, tied to cover to Principe by framed “Paranaguá.” handstamp. Manuscript date on front “26/1846/11”. Stamp torn on opening as usual, and repaired, nevertheless a clean and well preserved cover. RHM 6.
200
1394
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type II, tied by “Cidade/De/Campos” double oval on single weight cover to Rio de Janeiro, alongside showing arrival datestamp (12.4.1848). Stamp slightly damaged on opening at upper left corner. One of the three usages recorded, to our knowledge, from this locality. RHM 6.
300
1395
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type II, left sheet-margin vertical pair roughly separated at base with three good margins on other sides, tied by “Ceara” framed postmarks on 23 November 1846 entire letter to Rio de Janeiro, conveyed by the “Imperador”. The lower strike of Ceará causing acid ink erosions. Just four covers are known originating from Ceará. Vertical pairs are much scarcer than horizontal pairs on cover. RHM 6.
400
1396
1845, 60r. black, intermediate impression, type II, pair cut into at right with other three ample to huge margins, tied by red “Correio Geral Da Corte” datestamp on cover to Villa de S. Joze do Norte, paying a single maritime rate. Usual acid ink erosions in addressee’s panel and one stamp torn on opening. RHM 6.
250
91
1393
1382
1395
1394
1416
1396
1417
92
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The Largest 60 Réis Multiple on Any Postal Document
1397
()
1845, 60r. black, worn impression, type II, an astonishing block of 30 with impressive complete sheet margins on two sides – this being an extremely rare feature in the “Inclinados”-, displaying the outer frame lines which show some irregularities, tied by elusive “Cabo/Frio” framed postmarks on large part of judicial document delivered through the post from Cabo Frio to Vila do Rio Bonito. The 1,800 réis franking would have paid the special rate for a judicial document weighing 30 ounces. Several faults including overall soiling, creasing, acid ink erosions and portion of the document missing at bottom right and repaired which impinges on three stamps at left, nevertheless hardly detracting from the magnificence of this item. The largest 60 réis multiple known on any kind of postal document, with the added significance of exhibiting a very rare cancellation. RHM 6.
3’000
1398
1845, 90r. black, intermediate impression on yellowish paper, vertical pair containing types II / I, showing sheet margin at left, possessing ample to enormous margins with parts of neighbouring adhesives at right, cancelled by neat “Correio Geral Da Corte” cds. Superb. RHM 7+7A = R$ 3,500.
300
1399
1399
1400
1845, 90r. black, fine impression, block of four featuring types II-II / I-I, just touched at base, otherwise clear to large margins, cancelled by light strikes of Pernambuco “shield” datestamp. Small thin spot and minute corner crease clear away from the design. RHM 7+7A = R$ 16,500.
93
750
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1400
(«)
1845, 180r. back, clear impression on bluish paper, of delicate freshness outstandingly displaying printing details, with large equally balanced margins all around, unused without gum as usual. Negligible suspicion of pin hole in margin of lower left corner, only mentioned for accuracy. Rare. RHM 8. Ex Comelli.
400
(Photo on page 93)
1401
1845, 180r. black, fine impression on greyish paper, with traces of semi-worn plate at left and an unusual blurred impression at right which was caused during the printing process, horizontal pair with clear to predominantly large margins, unused without gum. A small portion at lower left has been repaired, of little significance for this very important multiple. The second largest 180 réis unused multiple recorded, of which five are recorded, this being the only pair which is horizontal. RHM 8 = R$ 50,000. Ex Lima.
2’500
1402
1845, 180r. black, intermediate impression, of remarkable freshness cleanly cancelled by red “Correio Geral Da Corte” cds with good margins ranging from clear to huge. Very fine and scarce. RHM 8. Ex Lima.
300
1403
1845, 180r. black, fine impression, a well margined example cancelled by “Correio De Maranhão” cds in brownish red. An unusual cancellation for this high denomination. RHM 8.
300
1404
1845, 180r. black, intermediate impression, large margins all round, used on piece together with 60r. black, worn impression, type II, touched at right, huge margins other sides, each tied by red “Correio Geral Da Corte” datestamp. A rare combination franking. RHM 6, 8. Ex Ferreira and Santos.
750
1405
1406
1405
(«)
1845, 300r. black, intermediate impression on bluish paper, graced by its well balanced ample margins, unused without gum as usual. A very difficult stamp in unused condition. RHM 9. Ex Comelli.
1’000
1406
1845, 300r. black, fine impression on bluish paper, a large margined example cancelled by “Porto/ Sul/Alegre” double circle. Tiny tear at right only in margin, colourless dot above the right-hand “0” of the denomination caused during the printing process, just mentioned for accuracy. A rare cancellation on this value. Signed Calves and Brun. RHM 9.
500
94
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1407
1408
1407
(«)
1845, 600r. black, semi worn impression, a fresh example possessing ample to three very large margins showing parts of adjoining adhesives at top and base, unused without gum as usually found. Very scarce. RHM 10. Ex Comelli.
1’000
1408
1845, 600r. black, a remarkable marginal example from the left of the sheet, ample to exceptionally large margins, showing “Pernambuco” dotted cancel with the lettering complete. An unusual usage for this rare value, further enhanced by being marginal. RHM 10. Ex Kuyas.
500
1409 «/(«)/
1844-46, “Inclinados” balance group. An outstanding lot consisting of more than 200 stamps used and unused, including the high denominations which are of considerable scarcity, other scarce stamps printed on thick “Bull’s Eye” paper in the early period of printing, multiples, better cancellations and unusual combination frankings on piece. In view of the scarcity of the “Inclinados”, this lot constitutes a wonderful opportunity to acquire a remarkable holding of this very rare “issue” which, at the same time, is the second earliest in Latin American philately.
2’000
1409 ex
95
1410 ex
96
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“Verticais” Issue 1410
1850, “Verticais” Issue Colletion. A very interesting assembly, conscientiously gathered and well written-up on 47 exhibition pages, comprising over 450 stamps used and unused and 32 covers. Including 10r. unused block of 20, block of six on cover, scarce unused block of 20r., 20r. and “Dom Pedro” 80r. mixed franking on cover front, 30r. with vertical unused strip of 10, transatlantic covers, block of 20 on piece used at Cabo Frio, block of four on cover to an unusual destination (Datas), 60r. with multiples and combinations with other values on cover, used blocks of 20 and 21 cover bearing 30r.+60r. in mixed franking with “Dom Pedro” 10r., cover with single franking with rare Rio Claro h.s., multiple franking with 14 units, 90r. including unused block of 6, used block of four on cover, used block of 10, covers with pair and combinations with other values, 180r. with unused block of four and used strip of four, 180r.+30r. on cover, 300r. with rare unused strip of four and 600r. including used pair and block of four, etc. Other highlights are the significant number of scarce cancellations which deserves careful inspection. This represents a good opportunity to acquire an in depth assembly of material that is rarely seen on the market, especially in written-up collection format. Viewing highly recommended.
5’000
(Photo on pages 96 & 98)
“Coloridos” Issue
1411
1854-61, 10r. blue, large margined horizontal pair, in mixed franking with “Dom Pedro” 1866 100r. green, two examples (defective), tied by cork cancels on 8 May 1869 cover from Rio de Janeiro to Pernambuco, carried by the Royal Mail Co. SS “Douro”. 220r. franking with 100r. paid for domestic Brazilian postage, plus 120r. for the coastal sea rate due to the British P.O. (1853 Convention). A very scarce and most attractive combination franking. RHM 19, 27. Ex Pracchia.
500
1412
(«)
1854-61, 30r. blue, vertical block of 32 (4x8), possessing wide margins all around, in an attractive deep colour, unused without gum. Peripheral oxidisation which is apparent through black marks, this being a slight imperfection which is usually found and expected in the first coloured stamps of Brazilian philately, and folded between adhesives, not detracting. A very scarce multiple. RHM 20.
400
97
1410 ex
1419 ex 1412
98
1418 ex
99
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1413
1414
1415
1413
(«)
1854-61, 280r. vermilion rose, in a delicate pale shade which has been previously unknown, vertical strip of three with excellent margins all around, unused without gum as frequently found. Very slight traces of toning. The only example reported demonstrating the existence of this shade.
500
1414
«
1854-61, 280r. red, block of four with clear to ample margins for the most part, intense colour, showing a misplaced alignment of transfers at top, Two creases, of which one, between adhesives, resulted in a closed tear at right. A rare multiple with the added significance of possessing its original gum. RHM 21 = R$ 12,000+.
750
1415
(«)
1854-61, 280r. red, a very fresh vertical strip of four, large margined on all four sides, unused without gum as usual. Very fine and scarce. RHM 21. Ex Ambassador Silva Muniz de Aragão and Almeida Dias.
500
1416
1854-61, 280r. red, clear to mostly wide margins, crisp impression, on 24 July 1863 envelope from Rio de Janeiro to Paris, at single rate according to the 1860 Convention, tied by dotted cancel and red French entry, Brazilian “P.D.” and backstamps on arrival. Very fine. RHM 21. (Photo on page 92)
400
1417
()
1854-61, 430r. yellow, a magnificent right sheet-margin example tied by dotted cancellation on cover front, including upper back flap, from Rio de Janeiro to Santa Margaritta (Italy), carried by the French “Guienne”. French entry on front and Genoa cds on reverse. A scarce usage of a marginal example of this visually appealing and unusual stamp. RHM 22. (Photo on page 92)
300
1854-61, “Coloridos” Issue. A remarkable assembly of 173 stamps used and unused and two cover/ cover front on detailed written-up leaves, with better items including 10r. with unused blocks of 12 (2), rare combination on piece bearing 10r. (5) with “Dom Pedro” 80r. (5) as well as 10r. pair and 80r. on cover front, strip of six in rare dark blue shade, 30r. with infrequent unused large blocks and rare shades, 280r. & 430r. unused pairs, 280r. used pairs, 480r. single franking on cover, etc. Difficult to find material representing a popular and visually appealing issue. Viewing recommended.
2’000
1418
Perforated “Verticais” & “Coloridos” Issue 1419
1866, Perforated “Verticais” & “Coloridos”. Group of 13 stamps used and unused representing all values except 90r. black, with three examples of 280r. red, as well as one cover to Lisbon bearing 60r. black in scarce mixed franking with 1876 100r. (2). A rare group of these difficult issues.
100
1’500
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Reprints (1890-1943) One of the Two 1890 “Bull's Eyes” Reprints Known in Private Hands
1420
(«)
1890, 90r. bright violet, the “Bull’s Eyes” reprint on vertically laid paper in its characteristic vivid shade featuring a proof like impression, a magnificent example from the bottom left margin of the sheet of six units. A couple of small thins, which are, considering its rarity, of no importance. There is no record of the production of proofs and essays for the “Bull’s Eyes”, but only this reprint, which was not known to Brazilian collectors, according to Mário de Sanctis, until 1919, when the “Sociedade Philatélica Paulista” received a magazine of the “Sociedad Filatélica Argentina” in which one article, written by Charles J. Phillips, mentioned the existence of this reprint. In 1890, the Director of the Brazilian Mint, Ennes de Souza, authorized the reprint of the “Bull’s Eye” 90 reis by using a special bright violet ink developed by Luís Adolfo Corrêa da Costa. Another reprint was made in 1891, but on this occasion a slightly different ink was used, in a pale violet shade. It is accepted that the reprint was reproduced from the original matrix or directly from the original die. Only very few complete sheets of six units each were printed, with just one sheet, affixed to a cardboard, having survived and been preserved by the Brazilian Mint. Just two further single examples have survived, which are the only ones in existence in private hands, each representing a different shade. The other examples which might have left were then submitted to chemical-bleaching experiments and subsequently destroyed. One of only two examples recorded in private hands. Of considerable significance as being the only testimony known of the production of either an essay, proof or reprint in the “Bull’s Eyes”. RHM RE-O. Ex Napier and Santos.
2’500
1421
(«)
1884, 280r. carmine, Ottwill Reprint, ample to three large margins, on soiled thin paper without gum. Minute pin hole not detracting. Paulo Ottwill was an engraver who, without official authorization and using a steel plate of 200 units, printed about four sheets of this stamp; the reprint was discovered and the engraver processed and imprisoned, with the consequence of the greatest part of the material produced being destroyed. Of great scarcity, this being the only example ever seen by Mr. Taveira in his long collector and researcher’s lifetime. RHM RE-1 = R$ 6,500.
500
101
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1422
(«)
1925-43, group of 15 coloured reprints including 1925 30r. (12) in nine different shades and 430r. yellow as well as two reprints, catalogued by Studart as being produced in an unknown date, with 280r. dark carmine and 430r. black. Scarce. RHM RE-19, RE-21.
750
ex
1423
(«)
1943, 10r., 20r., 30r., 60r., 180r., 300r. and 600r. black, official reprints on thick paper in well margined blocks of eight each, these being reproduced in limited numbers by order of the Director of the Mint. An extremely rare assembly in multiples being larger than blocks of four. RHM RE-22/26, RE-27/29 = R$ 50,400++.
3’000
1424
(«)
1943, 90r. black, reprint in vertical block of six on medium paper, printed from the second original copper plate composed of 28 units. Only two sheets were printed resulting in just 56 stamps. A couple of wrinkles at right of very little significance. One of the rarest reprints of Brazilian philately, further enhanced by being presented in multiple. RHM RE-30 = R$ 36,000++.
2’500
102