Lot 556, Prince Edward Island non-denominated Large Die Essay in deep red orange

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All this week we will be featuring highlights from the Crosby Collection.

Lot 556, Prince Edward Island non-denominated Large Die Essay in deep red orangeLot 556 Prince Edward Island Non Denominated Large Die Essay in Deep Red Orange, measuring 74 x 69 mm, on thick, coarse paper. At the time the Cusworth collection was auctioned in 2005, it was believed that there were about 7 copies known of this in different colours, including two in The Queen’s collection. Corner crease at top left, still rare and desirable. Minuse and Pratt # 2E-Ab. From the Louis Sidney Crosby Collection of Prince Edward Island. Estimate C$1,500.

Lots 47 & 50, Canada 1957 half pence rose Victoria, mint VF single and used horizontal pair

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Lot 47 Canada #8 1857 ½d rose Queen Victoria Imperforate, unused (no gum)
2014 V. G. Greene Foundation certificateLot 47 Canada #8 1857 ½d rose Queen Victoria Imperforate, unused (no gum), with four large and mostly even margins, fresh and very fine. The stamp is from plate position 60, and shows a minor re-entry above the letters “AL” of HALF. Accompanied by a 2014 Greene Foundation certificate. An appealing stamp. Unitrade CV C$1,400.

Lot 50 Canada #8 1857 ½d deep rose Queen Victoria Imperforate, used horizontal pairLot 50 Canada #8 1857 ½d deep rose Queen Victoria Imperforate, used horizontal pair, with an ideal and centrally struck strike of a 4-ring #19 (London) obliterator, with four large margins, touching part of the outer frameline at bottom right. A fresh pair, with deep, bright colour and very fine. Unitrade CV C$2,000.