Lot 318 Newfoundland #4DP 1857-64, 4d Heraldic die proof in black, on India paper, approximately 38mm x 44mm, remarkably fresh and sharp impression, a delightful and rare proof, one of only five examples recorded, very fine. Estimate C$5,000.
Auction #51
October 17-19, 2024
Lot 414, Great Britain 1847 one shilling green Embossed, VF used
Lot 414 Great Britain #5a 1847, 1sh green Embossed, nicely-centered amidst four ample margins, cancelled with centrally-struck “7” numeral, superior colour to what is often encountered, very fine. Scott CV$1,000.
Lot 446, Jordan 1923 1m sepia overprinted in gold, Fine used
Lot 446 Jordan #63 1923, 1m sepia, overprinted in gold, used, struck with neat partial violet c.d.s., perfs lightly toned at top, but a fine example of this scarce stamp. (S.G. 54, £1,800) Scott CV$1,900.
Lot 28, Canada 1868-76 fifteen cent grey Large Queen on thick paper with Pawnbroker variety, unused no gum
Lot 28 Canada #30ciii 1868-76, 15c grey Large Queen, thick paper, with “Pawnbroker” variety, unused, without gum, good colour, thinned at upper left and light horizontal bend, an otherwise fine and extremely scarce example of this uncommon paper, coupled with the distinctive Pawnbroker variety; with 2024 Greene Foundation certificate. Estimate C$3,000.
Lot 370, Belgium 1878 five franc pale brown Leopold II, VF used
Lot 370 Belgium #39a 1878, 5fr pale brown Leopold II, cancelled with unobtrusive postmark, lovely centering, expert signature on reverse, fresh and very fine. Scott CV$1,450.