Lot 136 Canada 1c King George V Large Die Proof Essay, in deep red on glossy white card measuring 105 x 114 mm. Plate number X-G-587 below image, plus Canadian Bank Note Co. Ltd. The image resembles the series issued in 1935. Small wrinkle at left, still rare and very fine. Estimate C$500. See also lots 133-135.
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Lot 2867, France, Vimy postal stationery proofs, realized $834
Lot 2867 Presentation Pack with Proofs, includes France die proofs of the Vimy postal stationery 50c and 90c, sunk-in deluxe die proofs of the 75c and 1f50 stamps, 5 pictures of the monument used for postal cards, and 2 of each of the issued postal cards with red c.d.s. first day postmarks. A stunning assortment of items, very fine. Estimate $500, sold for C$725 plus buyer’s premium.
Lot 239, Canada 1952 four cent Red Cross progressive die proof set, sold for $2070
Lot 239 Canada #317DP 1952 4c Red Cross Conference Progressive Die Proof set of three, each showing a progression of design elements. Printed on card or thick paper and affixed to larger cards. Very fine and attractive. Estimate $2,000, sold for C$1,800 plus buyer’s premium.
Lot 51, Canada 1859 Prince Consort vignette die proof, sold for $1840
Lot 51 Canada #17P 1859 Prince Consort Vignette Die Proof Essay, with image measuring 18 x 22 mm and showing what appears to be an exact reverse image of that appearing on the issued stamp in 1859. Die sunk measures 51 x 69 mm and is mounted on a larger card. There are four plate numbers beneath the image: a crossed-out “P” number, two crossed-out “V” numbers and a final adopted “V” number. A striking and rare item, and ideal for Cents issue collectors. Estimate $2,000, sold for C$1,600 plus buyer’s premium.
Lot 60, Canada 1859 Queen Victoria vignette die proof essay, sold for $1840
Lot 60 Canada #18P 1859 Queen Victoria Vignette Die Proof Essay, with image measuring 18 x 22 mm and showing what appears to be an exact reverse image of that appearing on the issued stamp in 1859. Die sunk measures 53 x 71 mm and is mounted on a larger card. There are two plate numbers beneath the image: a crossed-out “P” number and a final adopted “V” number. A striking and rare item, and ideal for Cents issue collectors. Estimate $2,000, sold for C$1,600 plus buyer’s premium.