Eastern Auctions Ltd.

NEWFOUNDLAND - 3 1897 PROVISIONALS

375

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 61P-74P,A beautiful plate proof set in issued colours on card mounted india, full to very large margins, also includes 2c stamp with Major Re-entry (Pos. 76; Unitrade #62ii), VF

Cat. $825+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 61-74,Complete set of 14 with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint red, fresh colours and full original gum, F-VF NH

376

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 61-74,Complete set of 14 with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint red, fresh colours and full original gum, F-VF NH

Cat. $1,500

377

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 61-74,The complete set of fourteen used blocks of four, quite well centered and not often seen, F-VF

Cat. $815

378

NEWFOUNDLAND - 3 1897 PROVISIONALS 76, 76i essay,An extraordinary used pair with rare trial colour of the surcharge in red, Type B showing the distinctive and very rare wide spacing variety on the left stamp (Position 41) which is only be found once in the setting of 50 subjects, light grid cancels, typical centering for the issue, small thin at right perfs of right stamp. An immensely rare Provisional Surcharge multiple IN RED, Fine

We know of a mint single with faulty left sheet margin and a corner mint strip of three holding the wide spacing variety, the latter being ex. Hewitt, "Zurich", Baillie, St. Aylott.

Est. $4,000+

379

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-85,The Original set of six Large Die Proofs, printed in issued colours on india paper die sunk on large cards 150-152 x 226-230mm, each displaying respective die number below design. Extremely rare set and an ideal cornerstone for a serious exhibit of this popular series, VF-XF

A FABULOUS SET OF GREAT RARITY, only 2 or 3 original sets of large die proofs in issued colours are known. The 1c & 2c are the engraver's working proof with characteristic tool marks around the outer card, the 3c proof has printer's pencil control number "26288" at lower right.

Est. $10,000+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-85P, 84Pi,The original set of six plate proof pairs on card mounted india paper, also a proof pair of the 4c in slate violet shade, VF-XF

380

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-85P, 84Pi,The original set of six plate proof pairs on card mounted india paper, also a proof pair of the 4c in slate violet shade, VF-XF

Cat. $1,050

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-85P,The original set of six in plate proof pairs on india paper, some card mounted, deep rich colours and mostly large margined; choice VF-XF

381

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-85P,The original set of six in plate proof pairs on india paper, some card mounted, deep rich colours and mostly large margined; choice VF-XF

Cat. $900

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-86P,A choice, large margined plate proof set of seven in issued colours on card mounted india, XF

382

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78P-86P,A choice, large margined plate proof set of seven in issued colours on card mounted india, XF

Cat. $550

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-85,The set of forty-four in blocks of four, each with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint of various types and colours. Only lacking the three 2c Map printing orders to complete all known printing orders from this series, which was in circulation for over a decade, representing shades, paper and gums used; the 2c vermilion last printing order (January 1908) being a full top margin strip of twenty. For many of the printings, only one sheet was prepared, this series in blocks rare indeed, F-VF NH (Unitrade cat. $7,000+)

One of the 5c blocks has the upper left stamp double punched, very unusual.

383

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-85,The set of forty-four in blocks of four, each with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint of various types and colours. Only lacking the three 2c Map printing orders to complete all known printing orders from this series, which was in circulation for over a decade, representing shades, paper and gums used; the 2c vermilion last printing order (January 1908) being a full top margin strip of twenty. For many of the printings, only one sheet was prepared, this series in blocks rare indeed, F-VF NH (Unitrade cat. $7,000+)

One of the 5c blocks has the upper left stamp double punched, very unusual.

Est. $1,500+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-86,The complete set of forty-seven, each with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint (various types and colours). All known printing orders are represented with shades, papers and gums employed from 1897 and 1918. Generally one or two sheets of each printing order were prepared. seven of the eight 2c vermilion are UL corner margin singles; also a dozen extra singles, F-VF NH; detailed listing of printing orders enclosed.

384

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-86,The complete set of forty-seven, each with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint (various types and colours). All known printing orders are represented with shades, papers and gums employed from 1897 and 1918. Generally one or two sheets of each printing order were prepared. seven of the eight 2c vermilion are UL corner margin singles; also a dozen extra singles, F-VF NH; detailed listing of printing orders enclosed.

Cat. $1,850+

385

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78,Large Die Proof in the issued colour on india paper 61 x 72mm, die sunk on full-size card measuring 150 x 225mm, showing the die number "C-374" below design. A very rare proof - being the ABNC engraver's working proof with characteristic tool marks around the outer card. It is believed that fewer than 6 exist, VF (Unitrade 78)

Est. $1,500+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78,The five known printing orders in top margin strips of twenty, rare - only two sets can possibly exist, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint (three different types), all five show printer

386

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78,The five known printing orders in top margin strips of twenty, rare - only two sets can possibly exist, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint (three different types), all five show printer's handstamp along with date (ink, handstamp or in pencil). Minor perf separation, crease on two stamps in PO 3 strip, F-VF NH

Est. $1,500+

387

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 78a,A large margined imperforate pair with sheet margin at left, tied to piece by double ring Post Office / St. John's East NF DE 16 1900 postmark, very rare, VF; 2022 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade unpriced as used)

Literature: Norris Dyer recorded five imperforate pairs of the half cent, one of which is used. See BNA Topics, Vol. 60, Number 2, April-June 2003, pages 41-43.

Est. $500+

388

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1907 (June 27) Picture postcard showing an elusive single-franking of the half cent stamp, tied by St. John's CDS, addressed to Nice, France; French Marine cruiser "Kleber" backstamp, without written message or due markings. The special half cent rate allowed postcards to be sent without message, VF (Unitrade 78)

Est. $300+

389

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1899 (October 4) Clean unsealed envelope endorsed "Printed Matter", Henry Snow Stamp Dealer and Collector, St. John's oval handstamp, bearing well centered ½c olive green pair grid cancelled, clear St. John's dispatch CDS, sent to Worcester, Massachusetts, paying an unsealed 1c circular rate, neat OCT 9 receiver backstamp, VF (Unitrade 78)

Est. $250+

390

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1901 (July 23) Registered cover from Placentia to St. John's, bearing an impressive franking - ½c olive green pair and Inland Revenue Queen Victoria 5c red, all tied by circular grids and split ring dispatch, the revenue further tied by oval "R" registry handstamp; next-day arrival backstamp; a scarce and unusual way to pay the 3c domestic letter rate plus 3c registration, VF (Unitrade 78; Van Dam NFR1)

Est. $600+

391

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 79,A superb Large Die Proof in the issued colour on india paper 50 x 77mm die sunk on full-size card 150 x 226mm, showing die number "C-394" below design, penciled control number "26286" at lower right. In immaculate condition and very rare, XF

Est. $1,500+

392

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 79,An impressive top margin strip of twenty, well centered and fresh, each with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint in blue, with printer's date and instructional handstamps, minor perf separation in the selvedge, stamps are VF NH; a rare intact specimen strip from the sole printing order made for this stamp.

Est. $500+

NEWFOUNDLAND

393

NEWFOUNDLAND 79 variety,Lower left mint strip of twenty with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in blue, displaying eight vertical pairs WITH AND WITHOUT ABNC SECURITY PUNCH, perforation partly severed between seventh and eighth columns, couple hinges reinforcing perfs entirely in the selvedge, stamps with full original gum VF NH (Walsh 79c - with and without security punch, 8 known, cat. $6,800)

Only one printing order was made in October 1897; three sheets (300 stamps) were overprinted with a large type SPECIMEN overprint in blue and every stamp manually hand-punched. The only instance we recall seeing specimen stamps of the Royal Family series escaping the security punching.

Est. $1,000+

393

Est. $1,000+

393

Est. $1,000+

393

Est. $1,000+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 5 1932-1938 RESOURCES

394

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 79i,An upper left corner margin mint single on the distinctive thick paper, well centered and hinged in the selvedge only, stamp VF NH; 2006 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $600

395

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1897 (December 7) A fresh registered cover to the US bearing horizontal strip of four of 1c carmine rose, and a pair and single 2c orange, all light grid cancelled, oval "R" handstamp at left, Harbour Grace DE 7 97 split ring dispatch, St. John's precursor squared circle on back along with US transit and arrival markings - purportedly the First Date of Issue of these stamps. An important cover, VF (Unitrade 79, 82)

Both stamps were delivered to Newfoundland from ABNC on December 4, 1897; general consensus is that December 7, 1897 is the day of issue.

Est. $750+

396

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1897 (December 7) Legal size envelope with side seams, folded at left for presentation, bearing Discovery of Newfoundland 1897 5c violet alongside Royal Family horizontal strip of five of 1c rose carmine tied by light grid cancels, St. John's DE 7 97 - purportedly the Earliest (First) Day of Usage of the One cent rose carmine stamp, pays 5c letter rate to the U.S. plus 5c registration with U.S. receiver backstamp. A significant December 7 dated cover, especially attractive with the mixed-issue franking, VF (Unitrade 65, 79)

Est. $500+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 80,An impressive lot of nineteen specimen overprinted multiples, representing ALL ELEVEN PRINTING ORDERS, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint (with one exception - see below). Four types of specimen overprints are shown as well as shades ranging from yellow green to dark green; fifteen of these multiples have additional ABNC handstamps. Stamps appear to be all mint F-VF NH, minor natural gum bends or wrinkles to be expected on these. All are strips of twenty, unless noted, as follows:

PO 1 - March 1898 - UL and UR; PO 2 - January 1900 - UL and UR; PO 3 - June 1901 - UL and UR; PO 4 - October 1902 - UL; PO 5 - August 1905 - UL and a block of eight UR showing trace of reversed plate "2" number; PO 6 - June 1906 - UL, both stamps from third column WITHOUT specimen (Walsh 71k; cat. $1,850); PO 7 - August 1906 - UL and LR; PO 8 - October 1907 - UL; PO 9 - May 1908 - UL; PO 10 - November 1908 - UL and UR; PO 11 - October 1909 - UR, LL and LR.

As only one specimen sheet of 200 (divided or guillotined into two panes of 100) was printed for ten of the eleven printing orders of the One cent yellow green; most of these strips are UNIQUE. A wonderful opportunity for the specialist.

397

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 80,An impressive lot of nineteen specimen overprinted multiples, representing ALL ELEVEN PRINTING ORDERS, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint (with one exception - see below). Four types of specimen overprints are shown as well as shades ranging from yellow green to dark green; fifteen of these multiples have additional ABNC handstamps. Stamps appear to be all mint F-VF NH, minor natural gum bends or wrinkles to be expected on these. All are strips of twenty, unless noted, as follows:

PO 1 - March 1898 - UL and UR; PO 2 - January 1900 - UL and UR; PO 3 - June 1901 - UL and UR; PO 4 - October 1902 - UL; PO 5 - August 1905 - UL and a block of eight UR showing trace of reversed plate "2" number; PO 6 - June 1906 - UL, both stamps from third column WITHOUT specimen (Walsh 71k; cat. $1,850); PO 7 - August 1906 - UL and LR; PO 8 - October 1907 - UL; PO 9 - May 1908 - UL; PO 10 - November 1908 - UL and UR; PO 11 - October 1909 - UR, LL and LR.

As only one specimen sheet of 200 (divided or guillotined into two panes of 100) was printed for ten of the eleven printing orders of the One cent yellow green; most of these strips are UNIQUE. A wonderful opportunity for the specialist.

Est. $5,000+

398

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 80,An upper right mint block of twelve (plus a block of four rejoined), ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprinted in red, large "RETURN TO / ISSUE ROOM / To be held for reference" boxed handstamp at top and the very rare plate "2" (reversed) number; one of only three known multiples, ten stamps NH including the key plate block, F-VF; ex. John Walsh Collection, private sale (Walsh 71h cat. $2,400)

Est. $1,000+

399

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 80,A nicely centered, fresh top left corner block, ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint in red with "F2230" red control number and the very rare plate "3" (reversed) number; one of only three known, VF NH; ex. John Walsh Collection, private sale (Walsh 71j cat. $2,400)

Est. $1,000+

400

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 80,Right-hand pane of 100 (two blocks of 50 rejoined), each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint in red - from the last Printing Order (October 1909) with order number "F2230" and datestamp in margin. Most stamps are NH, VF

Printing Order 11 - October 1909, two sheets (400 stamps) divided into four panes of 100. This may well be the only surviving specimen pane from the last printing order of the One cent green.

Est. $750+

401

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1898 Cover endorsed "From PW Fitz CC" (Chief Carpenter) "HMS Rambler red Bay Labrador" countersigned "CE Monro" to Middlesex bearing two 1c green Queen Victoria singles tied by light grids, Coastal TPO North SP 13 98 split ring at left, neat Liverpool / Ship CDS in red, London SP 30 98 and Paddington W SP 30 98 backstamps, redirected to Shepherds Bush. A fabulous and very rare maritime mail cover from Labrador - we know of only one other Royal Family franked Concessionary Rate cover, Fine (Unitrade 80)

Provenance: Neville Clifford-Jones, Newfoundland, Christie's, March 1993; Lot 1148
Gerald Elliott Collection of Royal Navy Mail, Prestige Auctions, December 2011

Red Bay is on the south coast of Labrador. Since 1550 it has been home to Basque whalers.

Est. $2,000+

402

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 81,Trial Colour Large Die Proof printed in black on india paper about 40 by 72mm, showing die number "C-395" below design and two engraver's guidelines. An extremely rare proof in choice condition, VF+

Est. $1,000+

403

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 81,A well centered and fresh UR corner block of six, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint in blue, additional handstamp in margin; a few split perfs in right margin, stamps are VF NH; a very rare positional specimen block.

Only one printing order was made for the Two cent orange, in October 1897; a single sheet of 100 received the specimen overprint.

Est. $350+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 82,A remarkable lot of fourteen positional blocks, all nine printing orders are represented, mainly in corner margin blocks of ten or larger, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint (seven different types), nearly all with additional printer

404

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 82,A remarkable lot of fourteen positional blocks, all nine printing orders are represented, mainly in corner margin blocks of ten or larger, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint (seven different types), nearly all with additional printer's handstamp and / or datestamp, F-VF

All UR corner margin blocks of ten (otherwise mentioned) as follows:

Printing 1 to 9, plus extra PO 8 & 9 UL blocks of ten and top margin strips of twenty; also PO 9 lower margin mint block of 12, top centre stamp shows double security punch.

Est. $2,000+

405

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 82a,A remarkable large margined mint imperforate pair (imperforate pairs we have seen invariably come with small margins), making this pair quite impressive and scarcer than catalogue value indicates, VF+ hinged

Cat. $600+

406

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1903 (December 23) Blue cover addressed locally and franked with an imperforate pair of 2c vermilion, King Edward VII tied by large oval Registered St. John's 23 DEC 03 datestamp and oval "R" registry, same-day receiver on back, VF (Unitrade 82a)

Est. $500+

407

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1902 (February 10) Bank of Montreal cover addressed to Krippner, bearing a right margin pair with dramatic perforation shift, tied by light oval Registered St. John's datestamp, grid and oval "R" registry; slightly reduced at right. Pays the correct 1c local letter rate plus 3c registration, F-VF (Unitrade 82 variety)

Est. $350+

408

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1902 (August 26) Clean cover to Avondale franked with horizontal bisect of the 2c vermilion se-tenant with a normal stamp for 3c domestic letter rate, tied by C.B. Railway T.P.O. split ring dispatch with additional strike at left, cancelled by large "3" numeral; Avondale receiver backstamp, seldom seen, VF (Unitrade 82)

Est. $500+

409

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,Large Die Proof printed in orange, colour of issue, on india paper 61 x 85mm, die sunk on full-size card 150 x 229mm; the hardened die with die number "C-372" below design. A very rare proof, being the engraver's working proof showing characteristic tool marks at edges of the card, VF

Est. $1,500+

410

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83P,Plate proof block of eight in issued colour on card mounted india, showing complete ABNC imprint at foot, scarce, VF

Est. $350+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,A neat lot of eleven specimen overprinted multiples, representing ALL EIGHT PRINTING ORDERS, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint. Six types of specimen overprints are shown; seven multiples have additional ABNC handstamps. Some multiples are hinged in selvedge only, otherwise F-VF NH

Printing orders (PO) as follows:

PO 1 - May 1898 - UR strip of five; PO 2 - October 1899 - UR block of 6; PO 3 - March 1901 - UR block of 6; PO 4 - April 1902 - UR block of 6; PO 5 - December 1903 - lower plate imprint block of eight; PO 6 - November 1905 - top margin strip of 20; PO 7 - issued in 1918 - UL & LL (imprint) strips of 20, and lower imprint block of 8, PO 8 - issued in 1918 - LR imprint strip of 20.

Only one specimen sheet of 100 was produced for each of the first five printing orders of the Three cent stamp.

411

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,A neat lot of eleven specimen overprinted multiples, representing ALL EIGHT PRINTING ORDERS, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint. Six types of specimen overprints are shown; seven multiples have additional ABNC handstamps. Some multiples are hinged in selvedge only, otherwise F-VF NH

Printing orders (PO) as follows:

PO 1 - May 1898 - UR strip of five; PO 2 - October 1899 - UR block of 6; PO 3 - March 1901 - UR block of 6; PO 4 - April 1902 - UR block of 6; PO 5 - December 1903 - lower plate imprint block of eight; PO 6 - November 1905 - top margin strip of 20; PO 7 - issued in 1918 - UL & LL (imprint) strips of 20, and lower imprint block of 8, PO 8 - issued in 1918 - LR imprint strip of 20.

Only one specimen sheet of 100 was produced for each of the first five printing orders of the Three cent stamp.

Est. $2,000+

412

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,A choice mint upper left plate "3" (reversed) block, LH in ungummed part of margin only, otherwise VF NH, very scarce

Est. $750+

413

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83a,An unusually well centered mint vertical pair imperforate horizontally in error, sheet margin at top, VF+ VLH

Cat. $600+

414

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83a,A well centered mint vertical strip of three imperforate horizontally in error, scarce, VF hinged (Cat. as pair)

Cat. $600+

415

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 83 variety,Lower margin used block of four displaying a major perforation shift of the horizontal perforations (6mm up) for a most dramatic effect, light grid cancelled, VF

Est. $300+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84,A remarkable duo of Progressive Die Proofs showing the central portrait in black and in red brown, both sunk on india paper measuring 95 x 116mm and 101 x 111mm respectively and showing full die sinkage area; slight india thinning as normally encountered, extremely rare, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt)

416

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84,A remarkable duo of Progressive Die Proofs showing the central portrait in black and in red brown, both sunk on india paper measuring 95 x 116mm and 101 x 111mm respectively and showing full die sinkage area; slight india thinning as normally encountered, extremely rare, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt)

Est. $1,000+

417

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84,Engraved Trial Colour Die Proof in black on yellowish glazed-surfaced wove paper 43 x 55mm, die number "C-502" below design; trivial creasing, an extremely rare die proof believed to be the only one existing in black on glazed paper, VF; ex. Dr. Alan Selby (September 1993; Lot 187)

Est. $1,000+

418

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84,Top margin mint strip of twenty, each stamp with ABNC security punch and vertical SPECIMEN overprint in red reading up along left side, additional ABNC handstamp at top; small margin faults well away from stamps, F-VF NH

Only one printing order was made for the four cent - August 1901. Three sheets of 100 received the specimen overprint, two were overprinted on the left side of the stamps; the third sheet reads down on right side.

Est. $350+

419

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84a,An impressive top left corner margin imperforate block on wove paper, brown original gum which is correct for and seldom seen on this, relatively lightly hinged, a rare multiple, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Collection (private sale)
Sir Gawaine Baillie, Volume VII - BNA, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 444

Literature: Norris Dyer recorded only seven imperforate pairs of the four cent, with no mention of a block of four. See BNA Topics, Vol. 60, Number 2, April-June 2003, pages 41-43.

Cat. $2,000+

420

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 84a,A choice imperforate pair with large margins, bright shade on distinctive wove paper, ungummed as usual, very scarce, VF

Literature: Norris Dyer recorded only seven imperforate pairs of the four cent. See BNA Topics, Vol. 60, Number 2, April-June 2003, pages 41-43.

Cat. $1,000

421

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1901 (October 21) Cover mailed locally registered, paying the 1c local rate + 3c registration with a single 4c violet tied on First Day of Issue with grid and oval Registered St. John's 21 OC 01 cancels in red, oval "R" registry handstamp at left; an attractive and most elusive usage, VF (Unitrade 84)

Est. $250+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 85,Lot of four specimen overprinted multiples from three different printing orders, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint, stamps are mint F-VF NH; includes: PO 3 - June 1906 - UR strip of four with additional ABNC boxed handstamp and lower imprint strip of four, PO 4 - April 1907 - lower imprint block of eight, PO 5 - 1908 - top margin strip of twenty showing Misplaced Entry variety at Position 1.

422

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 85,Lot of four specimen overprinted multiples from three different printing orders, each stamp with ABNC security punch and specimen overprint, stamps are mint F-VF NH; includes: PO 3 - June 1906 - UR strip of four with additional ABNC boxed handstamp and lower imprint strip of four, PO 4 - April 1907 - lower imprint block of eight, PO 5 - 1908 - top margin strip of twenty showing Misplaced Entry variety at Position 1.

Est. $500+

423

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 85, 85i,A remarkable full sheet of 100, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint in red - from Printing Order 6 (ordered June, printed in July 1908), ABNC imprint at foot, minor perf separation in margin only, in an excellent state of preservation - two specimen sheets from PO 6 was printed, this is the only one surviving, VF NH

Position 1 shows the Misplaced Entry variety - only found on Printing Orders 5 & 6.

Est. $1,000+

424

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 1901 (December 7) Cover mailed registered to Hungary bearing three different values of the Royal Family series with 1c yellow green, 4c violet an 5c blue tied by mute grids, oval "R" registry handstamp at left, St. John's East split ring dispatch, 1c & 4c further tied in transit by hooded Registered London 23 DE 01 datestamp in red, Registered Liverpool 22 DE 01 transit, Hungarian Koszeg DEC 25 CDS backstamp. A rare and appealing franking / destination combination, VF (Unitrade 80, 84, 85)

Est. $500+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES Three letters to the US short-paying the required 5c per ounce rate: includes 1c green (pair) and 2c vermilion franked covers, both short 3c + 3c penalty with 1c & 5c US postage dues; and mourning cover with 3c + 5c, triple weight short 7c + 7c penalty with 2c (2) & 10c US dues, unusually seen, F-VF (Unitrade 80, 82, 83, 85)

425

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES Three letters to the US short-paying the required 5c per ounce rate: includes 1c green (pair) and 2c vermilion franked covers, both short 3c + 3c penalty with 1c & 5c US postage dues; and mourning cover with 3c + 5c, triple weight short 7c + 7c penalty with 2c (2) & 10c US dues, unusually seen, F-VF (Unitrade 80, 82, 83, 85)

Est. $500+

426

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 86,The three printing orders in blocks of four in different shades of carmine, each stamp with ABNC security punch and SPECIMEN overprint (two different types), F-VF NH

Est. $250+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 86P, 86Pi + shade,Three different interpanneau plate proof gutter margin strips of four - printed in carmine on india paper, in deep carmine on card and in brown carmine on card. Vertical fold in gutter margin as do all known; the latter strip partially severed at foot. Only ten strips of each exist, VF

427

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 86P, 86Pi + shade,Three different interpanneau plate proof gutter margin strips of four - printed in carmine on india paper, in deep carmine on card and in brown carmine on card. Vertical fold in gutter margin as do all known; the latter strip partially severed at foot. Only ten strips of each exist, VF

Est. $1,000+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 86P, 86Pi,Interpanneau gutter margin plate proof pairs in carmine and in brown carmine, on india and card mounted india respectively; fold in gutters as do all known, former with small faults and latter partly split and supported by a hinge. Only ten of each exist, VF

428

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 86P, 86Pi,Interpanneau gutter margin plate proof pairs in carmine and in brown carmine, on india and card mounted india respectively; fold in gutters as do all known, former with small faults and latter partly split and supported by a hinge. Only ten of each exist, VF

Est. $300+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 92, 92A,Both types in lovely used blocks of four with Grand Falls & Sandy Point split ring postmarks respectively, VF and scarce

429

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 92, 92A,Both types in lovely used blocks of four with Grand Falls & Sandy Point split ring postmarks respectively, VF and scarce

Cat. $560

430

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 98,A fresh mint block of four with full original gum, VF NH

Cat. $600

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 115-126,An elusive used set of blocks of four; minor flaws on 2c-4c blocks, otherwise sound and F-VF

431

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 115-126,An elusive used set of blocks of four; minor flaws on 2c-4c blocks, otherwise sound and F-VF

Est. $350+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 131-144,Set of fourteen used blocks of four; tiny flaw on 2c and 10c, the key 9c & 24c with split ring postmarks, seldom encountered, F-VF

432

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 131-144,Set of fourteen used blocks of four; tiny flaw on 2c and 10c, the key 9c & 24c with split ring postmarks, seldom encountered, F-VF

Est. $300+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 133,A wonderful lot of eight different Engraved Trial Colour Die Proofs on white wove paper with horizontal or vertical mesh, printed in dark blue, dark green, carmine, orange brown, brown, red, violet and blue. An attractive and rare group, VF (Minuse & Pratt 133TC2a)

433

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 133,A wonderful lot of eight different Engraved Trial Colour Die Proofs on white wove paper with horizontal or vertical mesh, printed in dark blue, dark green, carmine, orange brown, brown, red, violet and blue. An attractive and rare group, VF (Minuse & Pratt 133TC2a)

Cat. $2,000+

434

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 135,Large Die Proof printed in orange on white wove vertical mesh paper 52 x 65mm, showing the full die sinkage, very scarce and most attractive, VF

Est. $400+

435

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 135,Large Die Proof printed in red brown on white wove horizontal mesh paper 51 x 56mm, attractive, choice VF

Est. $400+

436

NEWFOUNDLAND - 5 1932-1938 RESOURCES 194,Large Die Proof in black, colour of issue, on unwatermarked wove paper 75 x 53mm; the Approved Die with engraver's guideline above design and no die number, VF

Est. $400+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 6 1941-1944 RESOURCES

437

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 212-225,The set of fourteen in mint blocks, all comb perf 13½, fresh and F-VF NH

Cat. $1,215

438

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 212-225,The set of fourteen in used blocks of four, 1c and 24c (small perf flaw) with Victoria split ring postmarks, others tied to individual pieces by St. John's 3 AU 33 first day postmarks, comb perf 13½ except 24c is line perf, VF

Cat. $670

439

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 237,Trial Colour Large Die Proof printed in black on yellowish unwatermarked paper 80 x 54mm; the final die with engraver's cross guidelines at sides and reverse die number "1218" at top left; VF (Minuse & Pratt 237TC1a)

Est. $500+

440

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 238a,Imperforate pair on watermarked wove paper, ungummed as issued, choice, VF

Cat. $500

441

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 239a,A superbly centered mint vertical strip of four, centre pair imperforate horizontally between, hinged at top leaving the key pair with pristine original gum, never hinged. A superior example of this challenging perforation variety, XF

Cat. $5,000+

442

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 241a,A rare mint vertical pair imperforate horizontally between, very well centered for this - most known examples are noticeably off center, bright and fresh with full pristine original gum, a major King George VI rarity missing from even the most advanced collections, VF NH

Cat. $12,000

443

NEWFOUNDLAND - 6 1941-1944 RESOURCES Dark blue morocco covers with gold embossed "NEWFOUNDLAND / INTERNATIONAL POSTAL UNION CONGRESS / PARIS / May 1947", contains 1941-1944 Resources set of fourteen plus 30c University and 7c airmail affixed inside, glassine interleave, scarce, VF (Unitrade 253-266, 267, C19)

Est. $200+

444

NEWFOUNDLAND - 6 1941-1944 RESOURCES 253a,An unusually choice mint imperforate pair, VF+ NH

Cat. $300

445

NEWFOUNDLAND - 6 1941-1944 RESOURCES 263i,Lower left plate "41796" block, displaying a remarkably strong full reverse offset variety on the gum side including the plate number; in immaculate condition and rarely seen as a positional plate multiple, VF NH (Cat. as four singles)

Cat. $1,800+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 8 BACK-OF-BOOK

446

NEWFOUNDLAND - 4 1897-1947 ISSUES 269iv,A mint lower left plate "43359" block displaying a remarkable full reverse offset variety on the gum side including the plate number. Very rare, F-VF NH (Cat. as Fine NH singles)

Cat. $2,100

NEWFOUNDLAND

447

NEWFOUNDLAND 269v + variety,Imperforate plate "43359" gutter margin block of eight, customary Waterlow security punch; vertical file fold at centre and light wrinkles as always. Rare - only two or three such blocks exist, VF OG; 2011 Greene Foundation cert. (Walsh 252s $2,875)

Est. $750+

447

Est. $750+

447

Est. $750+

447

Est. $750+

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL

448

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL C3a,An attractive mint single with INVERTED OVERPRINT ERROR, showing wide spacing (2¼mm) between "AIR" and "MAIL" and no period after "1921", large part original gum, signed / backstamped by airmail experts Sanabria, A. Diena and Giulio Bolaffi, VF OG

Expertization: 1963 Giulio Bolaffi certificate

Dalwick and Harmer reported four panes received the inverted overprint in error. The example offered here is allocated to the first pane with overprint well centered vertically and horizontally one of ten possible examples originating from this first sheet showing this overprint type.

Cat. $7,500

449

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL C3c,A nicely centered mint single of the INVERTED OVERPRINT ERROR, showing wide spacing (2¼mm) between "AIR" and "MAIL" and period after "1921", bright fresh colour and large part original gum; pencil signed by Enzo Diena, VF H

Expertization: 1983 Enzo Diena certificate

Dalwick and Harmer reported four panes received the inverted overprint in error. The example offered here is allocated to the first pane; overprint is well centered vertically and horizontally, one of a mere seven examples from this pane of 25 that received this type of overprint.

A RARE AND DESIRABLE AIRMAIL STAMP - ONLY 28 EXAMPLES FROM THE FOUR PANES WERE PRINTED WITH THIS TYPE OF OVERPRINT. THIS STAMP ORIGINATES FROM THE BEST CENTERED PANE.

Cat. $10,000

450

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL C12a,A beautiful, post office fresh mint example of the famous INVERTED SURCHARGE error, nicely centered with bright colour on pristine fresh paper, intact perforations all around, full unblemished original gum, VF NH

Expertization: 2002 BPA certificate for a block of four from which it originates, being the upper left stamp.

Census: It has been reported in Dalwick & Harmer in "Newfoundland Air Mails 1919-1939" handbook that forty examples (ten panes of four) may have had the inverted surcharge applied in error. We would also like to point out, from that small number considerably fewer are found in mint never hinged condition.

Cat. $60,000

451

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL C18b,A post office fresh, well centered mint single, Position 3 in the setting, full immaculate original gum, VF NH

Cat. $1,000

452

NEWFOUNDLAND - 7 AIRMAIL 1933 (July 26) Clean cacheted flight cover from St. John's to Rome, Italy bearing well centered $4.50 on 75c bistre, perf 13.8, Position 2 in the setting of four, tied by clear dispatch CDS; Shoal Harbour JUL 27 33 departure split ring and two different Italian receiver backstamps. A lovely Trans-Atlantic flight cover, XF (Unitrade C18b)

Cat. $1,200

453

NEWFOUNDLAND - 8 BACK-OF-BOOK American Bank Note postal card Die Essay, engraved, printed in grey violet on india paper die sunk on larger card measuring 174 x 109mm; the unadopted design with no shading in background around "N" of "NEWFOUNDLAND", rarely seen and in pristine fresh condition, XF(Webb cat. $1,200)

Est. $500+

454

NEWFOUNDLAND - 8 BACK-OF-BOOK American Bank Note postal card Die Essay, engraved, printed in dull red on india 133 x 84mm, die sunk on nearly full-size card measuring 228 x 149mm; the unadopted design with no shading lines in background around "N" of "NEWFOUNDLAND". An appealing and very rare die essay, XF (Webb P-E2g)

Est. $750+

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES

455

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Printed card folder from the BPA, London, 1954, numbered "21" in pencil, a limited edition sold by subscription with "Lowell Ragatz" name printed on inside front cover; a known expert and scholar on worldwide forgeries. Contains two quadrilled pages displaying a selection of Sperati Reproductions with pencil signed 4p die proof in black, then scarlet vermilion 4p Reproduction 'B' (3; two have added cancels), 6½p 'A', 1sh 'C' (3; one with partial CDS and two with grids), 4p orange 'B" unused and 'C' with grid, 1sh orange 'B' with grid. All have BPA handstamp numbered "21" on reverse. Second page shows six photo proofs 4p (3), 6p, 6½p and 1sh plus 14 of grid / datestamps. A rarely seen intact folio of the work of this infamous forger of Newfoundland Pence stamps. A fabulous reference lot.

Est. $2,500

456

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'A', signed Jean de Sperati with added barred cancel; BPA cachet and numbered "61" on reverse.

Est. $200

457

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B' with added barred cancel; BPA cachet and numbered "138" on reverse.

Est. $200

458

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B' with added centrally struck barred cancel; BPA
cachet and numbered "150" on reverse.

Est. $200

459

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'A' with centrally struck barred cancel added; BPA cachet and numbered "150" on reverse.

Est. $200

460

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B' with added barred cancellation and gummed; BPA cachet numbered "377" on reverse. A dangerous forgery.

Est. $250

461

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'C' pencil signed by Jean de Sperati, portion of CDS and grid cancels; BPA cachet handstamp on reverse. A very well executed forgery.

Est. $250

462

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'C' in scarlet vermilion with added barred cancel; BPA cachet and numbered "138" on reverse.

Est. $200

463

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'C' with centrally struck barred cancel; BPA cachet and numbered "150" on reverse.

Est. $200

464

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B' with added barred cancellation, without BPA cachet on reverse. Quite deceiving.

Est. $250

465

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B' with added barred cancel on thin crisp paper (similar to 1861-1862 issue); BPA cachet and numbered "150" on reverse. Quite deceptive.

Est. $200

466

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'C' with barred cancel added; BPA cachet and numbered "114" on reverse.

Est. $200

467

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction (second state - retouched), without BPA cachet on reverse. Ideal for reference; 2013 Greene Foundation cert.

Est. $250

468

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B', added barred cancellation on paper closely resembling that used for the issue; without the usual BPA cachet. Deceiving.

Est. $250

469

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Sperati Reproduction 'B', added barred cancellation and gummed on paper closely resembling that used for the issue; BPA cachet and numbered "150" on reverse. Ideal for reference.

Est. $250

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Genuine stamps with fake cancels: 5p with grid

470

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Genuine stamps with fake cancels: 5p with grid 'N35'; 6p rose block watermarked with fake double ring "... ENGLAND PER AACHEN" cancel in blue and additional grids; and a 6½p rose block with posthumous St. John's 1864 double arc cancel and grids.

Est. $250

471

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Genuine block of four with posthumous King's Cove 1864 double arc datestamps and barred grids.

Est. $200

472

NEWFOUNDLAND FAKES AND FORGERIES Displayed on stockpages and leaves, about 500 forgeries from the crude to the deceiving with focus on Pence & Cents issues, some fake airmails, etc. Noted three different Oneglia se-tenant 2p/1sh sheets of 36 - in orange on ungummed paper, deep rose on watermarked and unwatermarked thin gummed paper, six Sperati forgeries (plus additional photo-reproductions in black of the stamps & barred cancels), etc. Various forgers represented. Not often seen this comprehensive; an excellent reference lot for the student.

Est. $1,500

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS

473

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS In mounts in a specialized Newfoundland album, very well represented - only lacking some of the pence classics and pioneer airmails, includes Pence (18) and Cents (50) in noticeably above condition, then from 1897 onward regular issues are virtually complete, also some airmails, etc. A useful lot.

Est. $1,250+

474

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS In mounts on album pages and blank leaves, begins with Pence (20) and Cents (over 50) with shades and printings, usual mixed condition, then condition improves with quite complete to 1947 noting #77 (light crease), #128, various sets, airmails, etc.

Est. $750+

475

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Lot of 48 blocks of four, mint and / or used from First ABN to late BABN printings, noting mint #29, 30, 31, 35 plate block of eight, #42, 57, 59 plate block of six (hinged supported) with line in "C" variety on one, used #24, 30, 34, etc. Also Pence blocks with mint #11A, 18, 20, 23, first three with crease between stamps, 1sh block NH. Minor flaws as to be expected on these difficult stamps, generally Fine or better

Est. $2,000+

476

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Plate proofs in issued colours with ½c top half sheet of 50, 3c block of 30 (10x3), 5c block of 20 (10x2), 2c Map left & right pane lower margin blocks of eight; also 4c pair left stamp underinked, mainly VF (Unitrade cat. $8,700 as single proofs)

Est. $750+

477

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS On pages with write-up, includes ½c-5c set of 44 ABNC specimen / printing order mint NH singles (complete ex 2c Map), 1897 1c carmine rose Specimen overprint LR corner block of eight, 3c Specimen top margin strip of twenty (November 1905), 4c Specimen UR corner block of eight (Sept 1901), 5c Specimen UR corner strip of five (May 1898); also ½c & 2c orange NH sheets of 100, latter sheet with some faults, 1c yellow green pair and block imperforate horizontally, 2c vermilion imperforate pair with small margins, 2c vermilion bisect se-tenant with single on piece, 3c plate imprint block, 3c imperf strip of 3, various mint blocks, etc.

Est. $1,250+

478

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Various multiples plus a few varieties, noting 1c yellow green mint block imperforate horizontally, 2c vermilion imperforate pair usual small margins, 3c orange rebacked imperf pair, 3c UR imprint "F-5610" mint block from 1918 printing, 4c lower imprint LH block, 2c Map UR mint NH block, etc. Also 1910 John Guy lithographed set of 12.

Est. $500+

479

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS An impressive assembly of about 100 covers / cards displayed on exhibit pages with write-up on rates, dates, frankings, etc., from half cent multiples to 2c Map frankings, noting inland rates, Canada, U.S. or U.K. (also a single 5c addressed to Holland, one mixed-issue to Germany), several non-letter mail, small towns, TPO markings, registered mail, etc. Condition is mixed; a solid nucleus for someone wanting to get a head start on a specialized postal history collection of this series.

Est. $1,500+

480

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS About 100 covers, for the most part 3 cent rates, all addressed to St. John's from various outports and most with various railway post office markings. Mixed condition.

Est. $500+

481

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Starts with various Cents issues, several values of 1897 Cabot & Royal Family, 1938 Resources proof pairs, a 1922 Vickers-Vimy essay, 1940-1945 Cigarettes Excise tax 20c Caribou proof pair and red brown (large size) single with security punch, 1903-1904 1c KEVII & 2c Queen Mary postal card proofs in issued colours on india, latter card mounted, etc. An interesting and useful lot, mainly VF

Est. $600+

482

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Organized on stockpages starting with 1897 Discovery of Newfoundland, well represented to Publicity series of 1929-1931. Noted John Guy issues including 15c engraved mint and used blocks, 1919 Trail of the Caribou mint set in blocks (some VF), 1923-1924 Pictorial mint set in blocks (most NH), etc. Also a few covers franked with multiples. Overall condition is quite nice for these, especially the used blocks which are hard to find. A useful lot.

Est. $1,500+

483

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS On stockpages with emphasis on 1932 Resources, 1935 Silver Jubilee, 1937 Long Coronation and 1941-1944 2nd Resources, mint or used blocks (often both), light duplication noting perforation varieties, shades, cancels, a few covers, etc. Seldom seen this comprehensive; a great lot for studying printings, watermarks, perforations, etc. Generally F-VF

Est. $600+

484

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Five mint BABN imprint blocks of eight (unless noted); ½c rose red top margin, key ½c orange lower margin and top margin (part imprint) block of four, ½c black top & lower margin blocks; also a ½c black nicely centered mint NH block of ten; two covers - ½c black + 2c orange Codfish on 1897 cover to New Brunswick, a faulty OHMS GPO legal size 1895 cover with pair of ½c black + Scott 29, 48, 59 for 25 cent registered rate to Baltimore, USA, plus uprated 1c green postal card with ½c black (2) to Montenegro, F-VF

Est. $600+

485

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Displayed on leaves with write-up plus two stockpages, shows the 14c Dog from 1932-1940s Perkins Bacon and Waterlow printings and 1937 Long Coronation series. Noted 1932 14c plate proof pair in black on bond paper, 1937 14c LL block, with and without watermark, UR corner block of ten showing five re-entries, 1944 14c vertical pair imperforate horizontally, Waterlow punch imperforate block, single with strong offset on gum side, mint multiples and eight covers; mainly NH, F-VF

Est. $300+

486

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS An amazing lot in two thick stockbooks, covering the set of fourteen 1c to 48c plus the 4c Princess Elizabeth and 5c Cabot, all printed by Waterlow & Sons. A fabulous lot of about 670 imperforate blocks (plus many pairs not counted), also nine gutter margin blocks of eight; often supplemented with photocopied notes and illustrations of the plates. All with Waterlow security punches, usual wrinkling, mount marks, etc., many with sheet margins annotated in ink by the printer noting requisition numbers, marginal notes, markings on stamps pointing out corrections to designs, etc. Many show engraver's guidelines; about thirty with plate numbers. A "gold-mine" of 1941-1944 Waterlow Second Resources archival proofs. Enormous catalogue value.

Est. $15,000+

487

NEWFOUNDLAND LARGE LOTS Includes mint blocks of Halifax Airmail with three different overprint types (C3, b, f, h), C6-C8, 1933 Labrador 10c, 30c & 60c blocks of four used on individual registered covers to USA; Postage Dues 1939-1949 1c-10c with perforation varieties, much NH, etc. Clean condition throughout, F-VF

Est. $600+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES

488

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR5,Fresh mint single, reasonably centered with full original gum, F-VF LH

Cat. $400+

489

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR9,An unusually choice, well centered, used single of this high value, neat cancel in violet, XF

Cat. $500+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR10-NFR14,Used singles, light crease on $1 green (not counted), manuscript or handstamp cancels, fresh colours, F-VF

490

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR10-NFR14,Used singles, light crease on $1 green (not counted), manuscript or handstamp cancels, fresh colours, F-VF

Cat. $1,410

491

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR16,Large Die Proof, engraved, printed in black and die sunk directly to white card 70 x 100mm showing full die sinkage, small BABN imprint below the stamp. A beautiful proof of utmost rarity, VF

Est. $500+

492

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR25,Plate essay in rose red on bond paper, prepared by Whitehead, Morris & Co., never issued, VF (Walsh RTE 2)

Est. $200+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Navy blue morocco leather case with gold embossed "NEWFOUNDLAND / STAMPS" on front cover and "THOMAS DE LA RUE & CO LTD. LONDON" twice inside, measuring 120 x 137mm and encasing two handpainted Die Essays for the intended King George VI issue of 1937, separated by a blue nylon cloth inside. Left side is a $100 essay in carmine and right is a 10cts essay in olive green - both with Chinese white paint throughout the design, beveled on thick grey cards, measuring 100 x 118mm each. Without a doubt, the most beautiful and visually striking Printer

493

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Navy blue morocco leather case with gold embossed "NEWFOUNDLAND / STAMPS" on front cover and "THOMAS DE LA RUE & CO LTD. LONDON" twice inside, measuring 120 x 137mm and encasing two handpainted Die Essays for the intended King George VI issue of 1937, separated by a blue nylon cloth inside. Left side is a $100 essay in carmine and right is a 10cts essay in olive green - both with Chinese white paint throughout the design, beveled on thick grey cards, measuring 100 x 118mm each. Without a doubt, the most beautiful and visually striking Printer's proof display ever prepared for any British North America revenue. UNIQUE and exceptional in all respects. ex. John G. Butt collection

Est. $5,000+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES An exceptional trio of handpainted & engraved Perkins, Bacon & Co. Die Essays: 1) KGVI vignette (smaller size) photographic essay affixed to background with the frame handpainted & engraved in violet - lilac colour; 2) KGVI vignette (larger size) photographic essay partly painted in rose carmine ink, affixed to background with hand-drawn frame in same-coloured ink and slightly touched up with Chinese White; and 3) similar to previous but KGVI vignette touched up in rose carmine and black (uniform) with overall sharper impression than second essay. Last two essays with similar surrounding frame; all three essays encased in thick large size cards. A UNIQUE and spectacular offering.

494

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES An exceptional trio of handpainted & engraved Perkins, Bacon & Co. Die Essays: 1) KGVI vignette (smaller size) photographic essay affixed to background with the frame handpainted & engraved in violet - lilac colour; 2) KGVI vignette (larger size) photographic essay partly painted in rose carmine ink, affixed to background with hand-drawn frame in same-coloured ink and slightly touched up with Chinese White; and 3) similar to previous but KGVI vignette touched up in rose carmine and black (uniform) with overall sharper impression than second essay. Last two essays with similar surrounding frame; all three essays encased in thick large size cards. A UNIQUE and spectacular offering.

Est. $2,500+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Two spectacular Perkins Bacon & Co. Die Essays of KGVI vignette with front and with three-quarter left profiles, both affixed on handpainted layered background with surrounding third layer frame, handpainted in Chinese White with deep ultramarine and deep carmine paint respectively. Both on beveled greyish brown large card. An exceptional duo. UNIQUE.

495

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Two spectacular Perkins Bacon & Co. Die Essays of KGVI vignette with front and with three-quarter left profiles, both affixed on handpainted layered background with surrounding third layer frame, handpainted in Chinese White with deep ultramarine and deep carmine paint respectively. Both on beveled greyish brown large card. An exceptional duo. UNIQUE.

Est. $2,500+

496

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES De La Rue & Co. Limited Die Essays, a pair two-layered photographic essays: 1) KGVI in full right profile of vignette surrounded by blue wash, penciled "Surface" - the printing method to be used; and 2) KGVI portrait in three quarter left profile, penciled "Recess" as printing method to be used. Both on thick beveled grey cards measuring about 100 x 115mm and showing DLR oval handstamp on back. UNIQUE.

Est. $1,500+

497

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Two De La Rue & Co. Limited two-layered photographic essays including frame: 1) KGVI portrait in full right profile slightly touched up with grey paint above and below vignette, penciled "Surface" as printing method to be used; 2) KGVI portrait in three quarter left profile, slightly touched up with grey paint below and at left of vignette, penciled "Recess" - the printing method to be used. Both on thick beveled grey cards measuring about 98 x 115mm and showing DLR oval handstamp on back. UNIQUE.

Est. $1,500+

498

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Photographic essays, four different on glossy surfaced paper measuring about 33-35 x 45mm; includes the 10c & $100 KGVI portrait facing right profile and pencil annotated on back "Surface"; and same denominations KGVI portrait in three-quarter left profile, annotated on back "Recess", a one-of-a-kind quartet, VF

Est. $1,000+

499

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES Two fabulous Die Essays prepared by Harrison & Sons Limited, consisting of impressive layered photographic essays of the KGVI vignette in full front profile and of the surrounding frame, the latter with handpainted details to emulate the issued 1910 KGV Inland revenues, on thick beveled card measuring 128 x 156mm; plus a second essay of KGVI in three-quarter left profile affixed to thick archival card; both with Harrison & Sons printed address label affixed on back. UNIQUE.

Est. $1,250+

500

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR34,A nicely centered used single with CDS cancel in black, VF

Cat. $400

501

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUES NFR46b, 47b, 48b,Set of three complete sheets of 50 with gutter margin between panes of 25; the 10c with marginal creasing at lower left corner. Not often seen in sheets, F-VF NH

Est. $300+

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUE DOCUMENTS

502

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUE DOCUMENTS Lot of 21 documents dated from mid-November 1898 to late October 1899, typed or handwritten with headline Supreme Court of Newfoundland or St. John's to Wit, each bearing a single 25c blue Queen Victoria, Inland Revenue stamp punch cancelled by Geometric "Snowflake" to document; three have fold through stamp, one has minor ageing, otherwise nice condition with shades of blue, dark blue and slate blue noted. An opportunity to acquire a large number of a relatively small existing number of the "Snowflake" punch cancellation on document, F-VF; other values are very scarce to non-existent. (Van Dam NFR3; Walsh R3b cat. for a 25c document with "Snowflake" $1,750 = total $43,050)

Est. $2,500+

503

NEWFOUNDLAND REVENUE DOCUMENTS Lot 13 items including 1912 mixed-issued franking 10c Queen Victoria pair and KGV 5c and $1 (3) on Mortgage Indenture, 1919 Conveyance with KGV $1 and 50c (2), 1932 Boiler Certificate with KGV $1 (no imprint) strip of three punch "PAID" cancels, ten documents bearing Caribou Inland revenue stamps dated between 1944/1964. All in archival sleeves for protection; mainly F-VF

Est. $200+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS

504

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1692 (April) A legal document re land at St. Michel signed by a lawyer of L'Isle de Montreal to M. Nicolas Perrot, Commander at Saint Augustin(?) near Quebec. No postal marking as there were no postal arrangements during this period. A fascinating letter handwritten in old French, which ranks among the few surviving 17th Century covers (and one of the earliest) of New France during the French Regime.

Provenance: Dorothy Sanderson, Cavendish Auctions, June 2006; Lot 112

Nicolas Perrot (d. 1717), explorer, fur trader, interpreter for the Western tribes and a diplomat later in his life. He was known as "The Man of the Iron Legs" by the Amerindians. Perrot was one of the first European to travel to the Upper Mississippi Valley (now Wisconsin and Minnesota).

Est. $2,500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1743 (May 14) Superb folded entire letter / invoice from Quebec to merchant Robert du Gard, Rouen, France; carried by private ship with clearly struck at top right "LA ROCHELLE" straightline at port of entry in France, rated "7" sols due for single letter rate (80 to 100 lieues) to Rouen. One of the very first covers in private hands that originated from Canada to France, bearing a postal handstamp, XF

The Allan Steinhart collection had a 1749 cover from Quebec to France, with a Bordeaux fleur-de-lis "B" postmark; although stained it sold in 2005 (Lot 1005) for an impressive 25,000 Swiss francs hammer against a pre-sale estimate of 4000 to 6000, described as one of the earliest covers from Canada to France with a postal handstamp.

AN OUTSTANDING POSTMARKED COVER FROM NEW FRANCE, WHICH REMARKABLY ENOUGH, PREDATES BY MORE THAN SIX YEARS THE ONE OFFERED IN STEINHART SALE.

505

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1743 (May 14) Superb folded entire letter / invoice from Quebec to merchant Robert du Gard, Rouen, France; carried by private ship with clearly struck at top right "LA ROCHELLE" straightline at port of entry in France, rated "7" sols due for single letter rate (80 to 100 lieues) to Rouen. One of the very first covers in private hands that originated from Canada to France, bearing a postal handstamp, XF

The Allan Steinhart collection had a 1749 cover from Quebec to France, with a Bordeaux fleur-de-lis "B" postmark; although stained it sold in 2005 (Lot 1005) for an impressive 25,000 Swiss francs hammer against a pre-sale estimate of 4000 to 6000, described as one of the earliest covers from Canada to France with a postal handstamp.

AN OUTSTANDING POSTMARKED COVER FROM NEW FRANCE, WHICH REMARKABLY ENOUGH, PREDATES BY MORE THAN SIX YEARS THE ONE OFFERED IN STEINHART SALE.

Est. $5,000+

506

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1750 (June 22) Folded lettersheet written in French at Québec with dateline inside, sent from Girls Convent, showing Ursuline Convent albino crest on white wax seal; small repair inside, otherwise in an excellent state of preservation for such an early item mailed during the French period, a beautiful cover, VF

Provenance: Gerald Wellburn, Sissons Sale 423, December 1982; Lot 1044
Aaron Ain, Pre-Stamp & Stampless Quebec Postal History, Firby, October 1998; Lot 650
Jacques Charron, Firby, January 2002; Lot 465

Est. $1,000+

507

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1769 (May 20) Folded cover probably from Paris, France, with London Forwarding Agents initials on reverse, placed on private vessel to Quebec where it entered the mails, rated "SH" (ship) "3.8" collect (3 penny weights plus 8 grains of silver) for the incoming postage, horizontal fold. In an excellent state of preservation and a rare letter to Canada - less than 7 years after New France (French Regime) was ceded to the British, VF

Provenance: Unknown provenance, Maresch Sale 188, May 1986; Lot 479 - where it realized $2,700 hammer, by far the highest realization among an impressive offering of 19 lots of covers dated between 1728 and 1798.

Est. $3,000+

508

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1778 Folded entire letter with "Beauport 31th August, 1778" dateline (near Quebec), endorsed "p Favor of Capt. Aikins of the Hero" addressed to Spanish Town, Jamaica. Received at Kingston with two-line rare "KING/STON" handstamp and light manuscript "7½" for inland postage. Letter mentions Loyalists going north to Canada and South to the Caribbean as a result of the American Revolutionary war, VF

Est. $1,000+

509

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1782 Folded entire written (in French) to the Cours des Comptes (Court of Auditors) at Aix-en-Provence, signed "La Boyère" from "22 8bre 1792, en amérique septentrionale" (North America), intact red wax seal. Carried privately to France, fancy Bordeaux fleur-de-lis "B" postmark at right, where the cover was marked on arrival "15" for due 15 decimes to collect from the recipient; slight ageing along file fold, otherwise is bright fresh and in an excellent state of preservation. An attractive and rare trans-Atlantic letter originating from Canada during the 18th Century, VF

Est. $2,500+

510

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1782 (November 4) Large folded cover endorsed "On His Majesty's Service", rated "6N" (6 shillings currency) pays an eight-fold 9 penny currency rate from Montreal to Quebec, neat straightline "MONTREAL" handstamp (40 x 4.5mm) in capital letters, without date (used 1777 to 1784) unusually struck on observe; light wrinkles to cover, otherwise in an excellent state of preservation considering its age and the heavy weight it once carried. A very impressive cover and a major rarity; no doubt ranking among the highest rates one could possibly find on early Domestic Mail, F-VF (R. Lowe unlisted type)

Est. $1,250+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1784 Folded letter sheet datelined "La Rochelle le 10 mars 1784" France to a merchant in Montreal, light ageing, underinked small "SHIP" handstamp at top right and rated "11½"; reverse with early double circle Quebec handstamp with "triangle" at base, Bishop mark "5 / IY" (July 5) struck alongside - unusual as it is generally struck within the Quebec double circle. A rare, early incoming letter to Canada with the rare Quebec datestamp - the only city in Canada to use a Bishop mark, Fine (R. Lowe HS-5 variety, RF "E" - rare)

Provenance: Unknown provenance, Maresch Sale 188, May 1986; Lot 483

511

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1784 Folded letter sheet datelined "La Rochelle le 10 mars 1784" France to a merchant in Montreal, light ageing, underinked small "SHIP" handstamp at top right and rated "11½"; reverse with early double circle Quebec handstamp with "triangle" at base, Bishop mark "5 / IY" (July 5) struck alongside - unusual as it is generally struck within the Quebec double circle. A rare, early incoming letter to Canada with the rare Quebec datestamp - the only city in Canada to use a Bishop mark, Fine (R. Lowe HS-5 variety, RF "E" - rare)

Provenance: Unknown provenance, Maresch Sale 188, May 1986; Lot 483

Est. $1,500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1786 (April 24) Folded cover in unusually clean condition addressed to Honorable Samuel Holland, Surveyor General at Quebec, rated "9" (currency - for distance between 101 and 200 miles), on reverse well struck, complete two-line "Montreal / APRIL:24." datestamp, VF (R.Lowe HS-24a RF "E" - rare)

Provenance: Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 193

Samuel Holland joined the British Army in 1756 and served during the Seven Years War -he was with Wolfe when he died on the Plains of Abraham. Appointed Surveyor General of Quebec in 1764. He later mapped the British possessions of what was to become Prince Edward Island, Magdalen Islands and Cape Breton, among others.

512

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1786 (April 24) Folded cover in unusually clean condition addressed to Honorable Samuel Holland, Surveyor General at Quebec, rated "9" (currency - for distance between 101 and 200 miles), on reverse well struck, complete two-line "Montreal / APRIL:24." datestamp, VF (R.Lowe HS-24a RF "E" - rare)

Provenance: Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 193

Samuel Holland joined the British Army in 1756 and served during the Seven Years War -he was with Wolfe when he died on the Plains of Abraham. Appointed Surveyor General of Quebec in 1764. He later mapped the British possessions of what was to become Prince Edward Island, Magdalen Islands and Cape Breton, among others.

Est. $750+

513

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Folded lettersheet written in French datelined "Québec 10 juin 1793" addressed to Cap la Magdeleine (Cap-de-la-Madeleine), prepaid "7" (currency) and bold strike of boxed "PAID" and an absolutely superb double circle Quebec Canada with Bishop mark "17 IV" (17 June) at centre struck on backflap. A wonderful cover in excellent condition with extraordinary postal markings, VF (R. Lowe HS-20)

Provenance: Charles deVolpi, Sissons Sale 242, January 1966; Lot 225
Gerald Wellburn, Sissons Sale 423, December 1982; Lot 1082

Est. $1,500+

514

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1794 (June 26) Folded entire from Quebec to Montreal, rated "1N6", backstamped with superb Quebec / Canada double ring with "Bishop" mark dated "26 IV" (for June) - the only city in Canada to use a Bishop mark; central file fold. Historic content reads in part: "We are hourly waiting for the fleet from the banks of Newfoundland... it looks like war... The fleet sailed from Chesapeake consists etc..." VF (R.Lowe HS-20 RF "E" - rare)

Est. $750+

515

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Three entires to France dated 1795 or 1802 (June & August), displayed on quadrilled pages, carried by favour to France to Monsieur Chilcuisneau, Vendôme from a "brother" at Montreal, the 1795 letter rated "10" (centimes) collect from Paris - Vendôme fee. Scarce. F-VF

Est. $500+

516

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1797 (November 1) Receipt for the amount of £1,000 given by Robert Prescott covering his salary from May 1st to October 31, 1797 as Captain General & Govenor in Chief of the Provinces of Upper and Lower Canada. In excellent condition. ex. Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History Collection (June 1996; Lot 201)

Prescott had a distinguished Military Career, serving in the Seven Years War, The American War of Independence, the expedition against Louisbourg in 1758, among other military exploits. He was later Governor in Chief of the Canadas, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

Est. $250+

517

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Folded lettersheet with "York 9th June 1798" dateline, addressed to Captain Hugh McDonell, Royal Canadian Volunteer, carried by Military Courier to Fort George, small tear at top but in nice shape considering its age, VF; a very rare cover sent during the building of Fort George.

Provenance: Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History Collection, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 202

The British moved across the Niagara River after giving up Fort Niagara to the US in 1796. At that time of this letter, Fort George was under construction. Completed in 1802, it was mostly destroyed during the War of 1812.

Est. $750+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1801 (May 11) An exceptionally fresh folded entire written in French to Captain McDonnell, 1st Battalion Royal Canadian Volunteers, Montreal, rated "9" (currency for distance between 101 and 200 miles), on reverse superbly struck two-line QUEBEC / 11 MAY 1801 datestamp in black, XF (R. Lowe HS-32)

Provenance: Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History Collection, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 206

518

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1801 (May 11) An exceptionally fresh folded entire written in French to Captain McDonnell, 1st Battalion Royal Canadian Volunteers, Montreal, rated "9" (currency for distance between 101 and 200 miles), on reverse superbly struck two-line QUEBEC / 11 MAY 1801 datestamp in black, XF (R. Lowe HS-32)

Provenance: Sam Nickle Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History Collection, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 206

Est. $400+

519

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1805 (May 25) Folded letter from London, England to Fort St. John, Canada (Fort Saint-Jean), manuscript "2N1", "2/" and "1N8" all in red, light Paid MY 25 1805 CDS of London; on reverse two quite well struck straightlines - HALIFAX / JUL 18" (Macdonald Type HAL-10) and QUEBEC 5 AUG 1805 (R. Lowe HS-32). A very early incoming letter to this famed army fortress, F-VF

Provenance: Sam Nickle, Pre 1838 Canadian Documents & Military Postal History, Firby Auctions, June 1996; Lot 209

Fort St. John (Fort Saint-Jean) was a French outpost in the Seven Years War, only to be set on fire by French soldiers in 1760. Re-erected by the British in 1775, Fort Saint-Jean played a crucial role in the British defending Quebec (especially at Montreal & Quebec) from General Montgomery's army, before falling in the Fall of 1775, only to retreat from a weakened army in the Spring of 1776.

Est. $1,250+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1815 Folded lettersheet from Liverpool, England to Montreal, on reverse a quite clear strike of the scarce double circle Post Paid Withdrawn Ship Letter "Crown" Liverpool 7 JU 7 1815 datestamp in red, prepaid 3/- sterling (one third the 9/- Stg packet rate), carried on "Royal Yeoman" from Liverpool, the letter was prepaid 9d Stg (one third the 2/2 Stg packet rate combining Inland and Packet rate, effective October 10, 1814), entering mails at Quebec with oval Ship Letter "Crown" Quebec, light strike as always, rated "3/2½" pence at Montreal to include inland postage. The Withdrawn Ship Letter scheme ended July 11, 1815, Fine (R. Lowe Type 680; HS-45)

520

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1815 Folded lettersheet from Liverpool, England to Montreal, on reverse a quite clear strike of the scarce double circle Post Paid Withdrawn Ship Letter "Crown" Liverpool 7 JU 7 1815 datestamp in red, prepaid 3/- sterling (one third the 9/- Stg packet rate), carried on "Royal Yeoman" from Liverpool, the letter was prepaid 9d Stg (one third the 2/2 Stg packet rate combining Inland and Packet rate, effective October 10, 1814), entering mails at Quebec with oval Ship Letter "Crown" Quebec, light strike as always, rated "3/2½" pence at Montreal to include inland postage. The Withdrawn Ship Letter scheme ended July 11, 1815, Fine (R. Lowe Type 680; HS-45)

Est. $500+

521

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1819 (March 25) A remarkably clean, fresh folded entire with intact red wax seal, quite clear double oval NIAGARA / U.CANADA / MAR 25 1819 datestamp in black - the latest reported date (only in use about 2 years), same-ink small "PAID." and rated "3N6" for triple rate to Montreal (14 pence currency 301-400 miles times three), a very attractive prepaid cover with the elusive Niagara postmark, VF (R. Lowe HS-104 RF "D" - very scarce) ex. Sanderson (June 2006; Lot 201)

Est. $350+

522

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1820 (October 31) Folded entire written on board a steamer sailing down the St. Lawrence to Quebec, datelined "River St. Lawrence... 31 Oct 1820" charged "1/2" sterling (6 pence ship, 2 pence captain's fee & 6 pence inland postage) to Catrine, Scotland, displaying an unusual boxed "AIR / SHIP LETTER" - a known misspelling of "AYR" where it entered the mails, very scarce. The contents mentions "I intend to send a Barrel of Apples with the Brig Jane bound for Ayr, hope they arrive safely." Fine

Comically, when this letter was mailed in 1820, one would need to wait more than a hundred years before the word "air ship" became part of the population lexicon.

Est. $1,000+

523

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1826 (January 31) Folded cover from the Postmaster (and Collector of Customs) Alpheus Jones at Prescott, contained £50 currency representing duties collected to December 31, 1825, initialed by Postmaster at left, endorsed "Free" and "Money Letter", very scarce and one of the earliest covers marked "Money Letter", VF

Est. $250+

524

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1828 (January 29) Folded cover mailed at CORNWALL with straightline on back and manuscript "29th Jan", endorsed "Custom House Cornwall", manuscript "Money Letter" and double rated "1N10"; letter contained £10-15 pence currency from John Crysler, Collector of Customs at Cornwall for duties collected to January 1st, 1828. One of the earliest letters marked "Money Letter", very scarce, F-VF

Est. $300+

525

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1829 (June 4) Folded cover in superior condition bearing two very fine dispatch markings - Quebec "Fleuron" JU 4 29 datestamp on back and Quebec Paid, prepaid rated "9" in manuscript, addressed to Baie du Febvre, Missent to Drummondville showing a superb strike of broken circle Drummond Ville with manuscript filled-in "9 June 29" date - the earliest reported date, a beautiful "Missent" cover displaying three choice strikes, XF (R.Lowe HS-38, 41, 63)

Est. $500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS A superb folded lettersheet sent by Edward Hale to Earle Amherst in London, showing three exceptional and aesthetically appealing handstamps with two different rated Quebec Paid "1/-" (currency; Canadian postage) and "18¾" (cents; U.S. postage) respectively along with Quebec "Fleuron" APR 3 30 dispatch. Endorsed "pd to N.Y. E. Hale" at left. Carried to England where it entered the mail, manuscript "1/7" rate with boxed SHIP LETTER / LIVERPOOL handstamp and 17 MY 1830 receiver backstamps, XF (R. Lowe HS-38, HS-41a, the latter RF "F" - very rare)

Inside the letter is a beautiful original ink wash drawing used as a letterhead, entitled "view from our window". The letter was written by Edward Hale, former secretary to Lord Amherst in India and later member of the House of Assembly and the Legislative Council in Lower Canada.

A fabulous cover of great eye-appeal and without a doubt, one of the most attractive covers of Canada

526

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS A superb folded lettersheet sent by Edward Hale to Earle Amherst in London, showing three exceptional and aesthetically appealing handstamps with two different rated Quebec Paid "1/-" (currency; Canadian postage) and "18¾" (cents; U.S. postage) respectively along with Quebec "Fleuron" APR 3 30 dispatch. Endorsed "pd to N.Y. E. Hale" at left. Carried to England where it entered the mail, manuscript "1/7" rate with boxed SHIP LETTER / LIVERPOOL handstamp and 17 MY 1830 receiver backstamps, XF (R. Lowe HS-38, HS-41a, the latter RF "F" - very rare)

Inside the letter is a beautiful original ink wash drawing used as a letterhead, entitled "view from our window". The letter was written by Edward Hale, former secretary to Lord Amherst in India and later member of the House of Assembly and the Legislative Council in Lower Canada.

A fabulous cover of great eye-appeal and without a doubt, one of the most attractive covers of Canada's stampless period.

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1050

Est. $2,500+

527

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1830 (July 25) On His Majesty's Service printed wrapper for Chelsea Hospital, Whitehall, London mailed from Petite Nation free of charge with 1829 type Petite Nation cancel in red with filled-in "July 25th 1830" date, unusually clear Quebec "Fleuron" AUG 3 30 in red, Halifax "Fleuron" 14 AU transit, British boxed "FREE" and "Crown" Free 6 SE 1830 official marking in red. Most unusual, as incoming Official Free covers mailed from Canada to the United Kingdom are rare, this one being particularly nice, VF Illustrated in "Franking System in the Post Office" (1988) by Frank Bottomley on page 145.

Est. $1,500+

528

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1831 (August 1) Printed entire from Royal Hospital, Chelsea sent free to a pensioner at Grenville, some edge wear. Boldly struck "Crown" Free 1 AU 1831 official marking in red, Halifax "Fleuron" SE 19 transit, superb 1829 type Grenville CDS IN RED with filled-in "1 Oct 1831" date, redirected to Québec with unusual (similar to 1829 type) CDS with printed OC 4 1831 date inside, endorsed on back "Quebec Advertised / in January 1832"; a Fine trans-Atlantic official mail with VF strikes

Est. $500+

529

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1831 Folded cover datelined "Abaco 26th December 1831" carried as a ship letter to Liverpool with boxed "Liverpool / Ship Letter" handstamp on back, various rates - "2/11", "3/3" for packet rate to Halifax, plus "1/8" to Quebec, plus forwarded fee "9" for total "5/8", Halifax "Fleuron", Quebec MY 1 1832 double arc transit; some soiling and ageing. A very early cover from the Bahamas to Canada, Fine

Est. $500+

530

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1833 (March 18) Folded lettersheet written at Niagara Falls two days earlier, mailed "Free" to the Postmaster at Sandwich, superb bold strike of DRUMMONDVILLE U.C. (italic letters) double circle postmark with date "18th March 1833" inside, an attractive and clean cover, VF (R. Lowe HS-95)

Est. $150+

531

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1834 (September 6) Folded cover with superbly struck double circle Rawdon, L.C. dispatch in red with filled-in date inside, to the Secrety of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea and endorsed "Free" in red manuscript, boxed LIVERPOOL / SHIP LETTER, superb oval T.P. OC 22 1834 backstamps and "Crown" FREE 22 OC 22 1834 handstamp in red on arrival. A rarely seen early "free" mail from Canada to the UK, Fine Illustrated in "Franking System in the Post Office" (1988) by Frank Bottomley on page 150.

Est. $1,500+

532

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1835 (August 28) Clean folded letter with superb double circle Queenston AU 28 1835 datestamp IN GREEN from Lewiston, USA Exchange Office, from Postmaster requesting the Postmaster at Queenston, to which it is addressed, to forward an enclosed $5 money letter to Delaware, U.C. and have the Postmaster there acknowledge receipt to Lewiston; the letter was endorsed received by the Delaware Postmaster on August 31st and returned to Lewiston. Canadian Return receipts were initiated in February of 1831; this is one of the earliest known. A letter addressed to Postmaster at Queenston was entitled to franking privileges, hence no postage was charged. A desirable Money-Letter cover, VF

Est. $500+

533

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1836 (February 2) Folded entire from Québec to Toronto endorsed "O.H.M.S.", straightline "FREE" and double circle Quebec dispatch datestamp in red, same-ink "MONEY LETTER" - the first produced money letter handstamp, some staining at top and light diagonal fold, Fine with VF strike of the very rare "MONEY LETTER" handstamp.

This cover is mentioned in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" on page 9. Described as very rare. Of the six examples reported, five of the strikes are known in black and only one in red (this cover).

Est. $500+

534

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1836 (July 18) Clean folded entire endorsed "4 single paid to New York" mailed from Québec to Bridgetown, Barbados, double circle Quebec JY 19 1836 datestamp in red and PAID "1/-" (currency and PAID "18¾" US cents prepaid to New York, on reverse large oval "Forwarded By Hedson's News, Room Foreign Ship Letter Office New York" forwarding agent handstamp in black. A beautiful early prepaid cover to a British Caribbean island, VF

Est. $750+

535

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1836 Folded entire in remarkably fresh condition, "Moose Factory 29th Aug 1836" dateline, intact red wax seal, signed and written by George Keith (1779-1859) the Chief Factor in Charge of the English River District Lake Superior & Moose. Carried on Hudson Bay Co. annual ship back to England, delivered to British ship with boxed "DEAL / SHIP LETTER" and rated "1/4" stg collect, London 31 OC 1836 receiver in red on reverse. A rare and very early Fur Trade cover originating from Rupert's Land, VF

The letter mentions several employees died by drowning and 1000 Natives from influenza.

Est. $2,500+

536

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1837 (August 27) Folded entire in an excellent state of preservation, with intact red wax seal, written at "Norway House 27 August 1837" signed by Donald Ross (1797-1852), the Chief Trader at Norway House, addressed to John Stuart, chief factor of Hudson Bay House at London. Carried by Hudson Bay Co. canoe express to York Factory, then by HBC supply ship back to England where it entered the mails with boxed "DEAL / SHIP LETTER" handstamp and rated "1/4" stg due on delivery, London 25 OC 1837 circular backstamp receiver in red. A rare and appealing Fur Trade cover from Rupert's Land, an ideal showpiece for an advanced collection, VF

An interesting letter concerning the Fur Trade indicating that the demand had gone from Musquash to Beaver, Lynx and Otter.

Est. $2,500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Three covers with 1837 Montreal to London, rated "1/8" pence & "18¾" cents paid to New York, plus "1/8" due in the U.K.; 1838 Toronto to Quebec, redirected to Boston, rerated paid "11d" and "18¾" cents; and 1839 Montreal to Ayrshire, rated "4½" pence & "18¾" cents pair, "1/2" for transatlantic rate with additional "1/2" tax.

537

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Three covers with 1837 Montreal to London, rated "1/8" pence & "18¾" cents paid to New York, plus "1/8" due in the U.K.; 1838 Toronto to Quebec, redirected to Boston, rerated paid "11d" and "18¾" cents; and 1839 Montreal to Ayrshire, rated "4½" pence & "18¾" cents pair, "1/2" for transatlantic rate with additional "1/2" tax.

Est. $350+

538

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1837 (July 7) Folded cover from New Ireland, Lower Canada rated "1/10½" currency, mistakenly sent to London, Upper Canada with instructional marking "Missent to London U.C. forwarded", sent instead by private trader to Liverpool where it entered mail with boxed Liverpool Ship Letter backstamp, rated "1/7" stg collection to London, England with London handstamp filled-in "28 July" date. An attractive missent cover, VF; ex. Jack Arnell (February 1997; Lot 80)

Est. $300+

539

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1837 (December 1) Folded lettersheet in immaculate condition from Canada Company correspondence with intact "Arms" red wax seal on reverse, endorsed "via New York", lovely strike of double circle "City of Toronto U.C. DE 1 1837 datestamp in red, straightline "PAID 7 & 25" prepaid 7 pence rate to the border and 25 cents US postage, boxed Liverpool Ship Letter and 5 JA 1838 arrival backstamps, XF

Est. $400+

540

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1838 (June 29) Folded entire to Lieut. & Adjutant Paget, 43th Light Infantry, Drummondville - defending Lake Erie shore against raiders crossing the lake in support of William Lyon Mackenzie (1795-1861) during the Upper Canada Rebellion of 1837-1838, endorsed "Private Ship Letter via Liverpool", sent from Chelsea, oval Ship Letter London 30 JU 1838, New York Ship JUL 25, Montreal JY 30 double circle transit in red, forwarded "1/5½" currency (1/1 + 4½p - no charge for forwarding soldier letters). An attractive Upper Canada Rebellion cover to a soldier, VF

Provenance: Sam Nickle, Collection of 19th Century Mail to Canada, Firby Auctions, May 1996; Lot 844

Est. $500+

541

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1839 (February 18) Folded entire from William Murray to his father Captain James Murray R.N. in Kilmun near Greenock, Scotland. Endorsed "New York & Liverpool", double circle Montreal FE 18 1839 datestamp in red, prepaid "18¾" and "4½", New York FEB 23 circular transit in red, Liverpool Ship Letter backstamp, two-line Greenock / Penny Post along with Scottish "1/2d" border fee, VF

An intriguing account which reads in part: "... you have heard of the suppression of the Rebellion in Lower Canada. The American Pirates and Brigands along the frontier still however continue to commit outrages on the persons and properties of the Loyalists who are settled near the lines... the general opinion has it that A WAR WITH THE UNITED STATES is now inevitable and we are all very anxious to hear what measures may be expected on the opening of the Imperial Parliament... the repeated aggressions of our sympathizing neighbours... the prisoners taken in Upper Canada have been tried by court martial and most of those found guilty have been hanged. The same course has been pursued in this province but owing to the number of prisoners taken the court is still in operation... yesterday morning five were executed..."

Est. $1,000+

542

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1839 (August 17) Folded entire written at Berthier, rated "7" and "Paid to the Lines", legible double circle Montreal AUG 22 1839 CDS in red, rerated at the US border "12½" (cents) from there to destination Burtland, Vermont; Highgate Vt AUG 24 transit in red.

Provenance: Sam Nickle Military Postal History Collection (January 1996; Lot 318)

A highly interesting letter concerning Canada's operation of political prisoners of the Rebellion of 1837, handwritten by James Cuthbert, 1st English seignoir of Berthier, President of special council of Lower Canada to administer affairs after 1838 suspension of Constitution, which reads in part:

"The Buffalo council ship arrived in Quebec and will sail in about 10 days for Van Diemen's Land with 70 political convicts of Upper Canada and about 62 from this Province, ten or twelve of the poor deluded prisoners will be pardoned on bail, eleven or twelve will be banished for life giving bail not to return. The American citizens will be liberated and thus ends the second insurrection - A third, should it occur will prove far more disastrous."

Est. $750+

543

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1839 (August 13) Large folded OHMS Money Letter mailed "TOO LATE" from Niagara to Toronto, double circle NIAGARA U.C. in red with filled-in date "13th Augt 1839", quadruple rate "1/6", four times the 4½ pence for 33 miles across the lake by steamboat; the earliest reported of the large (American made) type "MONEY LETTER" (63x6mm) handstamp according to Harrison, VF

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on page 10 (Figure 18 - Rarity Factor "RRR")

Est. $400+

544

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1840 (January 21) Folded letter endorsed "Via Liverpool and New York" from Leogan, St. James, Jamaica to Hartfield near Québec; perhaps travelling more directly as the only datestamps are Halifax double arc transit (unclear date) and Quebec JUN 11 1840 receiver, redirected to Holland Landing, UC. Rated "5N1 Ship" and "4" for total "9/1" - an unusually seen high postal rate. Letter reads in part: "... he lost the whole of the ginger crop of last year in consequence of the ... getting their freedom." An interesting ship route with an unusually high postage rate, VF

Est. $300+

545

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1840 (February 4) Superb, clean and fresh folded lettersheet endorsed "Money Letter", sharp double Montreal FE 4 1840 CDS in red, same-ink "MONEY LETTER" boxed handstamp (the earliest usage of this), rated "2/9" to Picton, very attractive, XF

Literature: Illustrated in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on page 12 (Figure 19 - with rarity factor "RRR")

Est. $200+

546

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1840 (June 24) Folded cover endorsed "P Great Western Post Paid to New York", three PAID handstamps denoting "1/10" currency for double weight (twice 11 pence), U.S. border to New York "37½" (cents), freight money fee "50 cents", Quebec, New York transits, carried on steamer Great Western to England where it entered the mail, two-line BRISTOL / SHIP LETTER handstamp in red, rated "8" pence sterling collect for ship letter rate, Fine

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers, Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1070

Est. $500+

547

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1840 (November 17) Folded entire from Alexander Hunter Murray (1818-1874) who later joined Hudson Bay Company and was one of the first to arrive in the Yukon, built in 1847 Fort Yukon, a four-page letter (although endorsed "single sheet"), rated "A.P. 25, Steam 25, BR 9, Paid handstamp and "3/3" from London, U.C. to Greenock, Scotland, some ageing and wear at sides. Ship Letter handstamp and 22 DE 1840 arrival backstamp.

An historically interesting, detailed account on A.H. Murray's voyage and immigration from August 31 to October 2, and in even greater detail his overland journal from Quebec via many stagecoaches and steamboats and his impressions on arrival.
The writer joined the Hudson Bay Company in 1845 and became a key figure in the Yukon and of HBC history; in charge of establishing Fort Yukon in an area he and HBC exploited, until 1869 when HBC was ejected from Fort Yukon by the US following their purchase of Alaska.

Est. $1,000+

548

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1842 (October 8) Folded lettersheet mailed to New York, rated "11" pence to border and "18¾" (cents) to New York, double arc Quebec dispatch and well-struck British Crowned Paid at Quebec, L.C. handstamp in red - the first year of usage of this, VF (SG CC1; R. Lowe HS-99)

Est. $250+

549

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1842 (November 24) Folded letter from Montreal prepaid to England, double arc dispatch and paid handstamps, prepaid to England where forwarding Agents Coutts & Co. crossed out address and paid a 1/- sterling forwarding charge to Corfu, Ionian Islands; British paid dispatch datestamps and forwarding agents handstamp on backflap. One of only two recorded stampless covers from Canada to the Ionian Islands, VF

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1504

Est. $1,000+

550

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1843 (March 24) Folded cover prepaid from Québec to a soldier's wife, rated "1/4" currency, "1/2" sterling, well-struck British Crowned Paid Circle Paid at Quebec, L.C. in red with same-ink Quebec MR 24 1843 double arc dispatch, travelling overland during the winter to Halifax for the Cunard Line steamer to Liverpool; sealed tear on flap, unusually clear strike of the Crowned Paid Circle, VF (SG CC1; R Lowe HS-99)

Est. $300+

551

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1843 (May 26) Clean folded cover from Newmarket, UC to Toronto, endorsed "Money Letter" and assigned Letter Bill No. "332" at left, neat MONEY-LETTER and PAID handstamps in red, manuscript "1/1½" prepaid triple rate (less than 60 miles) with same-ink Newmarket MY 26 1843 double arc dispatch; couple light folds. According to Horace Harrison this is the EARLIEST MONEY LETTER known to have been assigned a Letter Bill number, which enabled the receiving postmaster to check them against the bill. This eventually evolved into the use of registered letter numbers. A significant cover perfect for a serious registered mail collection, VF

Provenance: Horace Harrison, R. Lee Auctions, October 2003; Lot 113

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on pages 17-19 (Figure 34).

Est. $500+

552

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1846 (March 10) Soldier's letter inscribed "From Staff Sgt Bartlett 14th Regiment" and countersigned by commanding officer Major James Watson, mailed from Québec to Warden, Provincial Penitentiary at Kingston, British "Crown" PAID at Quebec handstamp, rated "1" and double arc dispatch in red; tiny cover repair at left, otherwise sound neat Kingston MR 15 1846 receiver in red on reverse. A beautiful Soldier's rate cover unusually sent domestically - a high percentage of known Concessionary rate covers are addressed to the UK; a great cover for an advanced collection, VF

Est. $750+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1846 (May 13) Folded lettersheet from Montreal prepaid to Bordeaux, endorsed "per steamer from Boston to Liverpool on the 16th May", Cunard Line with Anglo-French Accountancy mark boxed "CANADA &c ART.12." handstamp in red, British 29 MY 1846 transit and three different French transit / receiver postmarks. Includes a lovely engraving of Montreal from the St. Lawrence 182 x 127mm (circa. 1840), VF

553

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1846 (May 13) Folded lettersheet from Montreal prepaid to Bordeaux, endorsed "per steamer from Boston to Liverpool on the 16th May", Cunard Line with Anglo-French Accountancy mark boxed "CANADA &c ART.12." handstamp in red, British 29 MY 1846 transit and three different French transit / receiver postmarks. Includes a lovely engraving of Montreal from the St. Lawrence 182 x 127mm (circa. 1840), VF

Est. $300+

554

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1846 (July 9) Folded entire datelined "Perth Western Australia July 9th 1846", addressed to a Royal Artillery officer in the garrison at Montreal, showing nice "Paid / Freemantle" red octagonal with filled-in "10/7/46" date, rated "6d" and oval "L / JA 10 C", rated "8, "1/10" and "2/0½"; on reverse SHIP LETTER straightline in red, double circle JA 9 1847 British transit. Letter in part reads: "Your letter of 29th October I only received in this out of the world place on the 8th June". A rare early cover from Western Australia to Canada, VF

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1457

Est. $1,500+

555

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1846 (November 16) A very rare Money Letter to England, clear Niagara double arc dispatch in red, two different MONEY LETTER handstamps and large red manuscript "m", rated "1/2"; on reverse Launceston, Toronto and Montreal backstamps. No apparent extra charges levied as a Money Letter either in Canada or England; light edge wrinkles and couple light folds, F-VF

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1080

Horace Harrison mentions in an article titled: "Money Letters: Forerunners of the Registry System - Part 2" PHSC Journal No. 51, that "In the original articles published nearly 20 years ago in the American Philatelist, it was stated that no such letters were known. Since then, only seven have uncovered and recorded." At least two of the seven have "Money" in manuscript as opposed to being handstamped MONEY LETTER as the one offered here. A very rare example to the UK, perhaps the most attractive of the few that exist.

Est. $1,500+

556

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1847 (May 27) Folded entire in clean, fresh condition, addressed to New York, Montreal including double arc dispatch, unframed "tombstone" and the very short-lived, rarely seen circular U.States / Postage / Paid instructional marking - which denotes collection of U.S. postage by the Canadian Post Office for the U.S. Post Office, all attractively struck in red. Rated "4½" and "10" (US cents) "paid to N. York Box 160"

This handstamp was only in use in 1847 (only in Montreal); the practice was abolished following order on November 16, 1847

Provenance: Dr. John Robertson Collection of U.S.-B.N.A. Cross-Border Postal History, Matthew Bennett, April 2004; Lot 100

Est. $1,000+

557

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1847 (August 29) Folded entire of historical interest - contains gruesome accounts of many deaths from "Emigrant Fever", endorsed "Paid by Boston Steamer Ship", Montreal double arc dispatch prepaid "1/2" stg & "1/4" currency Cunard rate to England, F-VF; ex. Jack Arnell, Transatlantic Mails 1686-1875 Collection (February 1997; Lot 156)

Est. $350+

558

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1847 (September 15) Folded cover endorsed "Money Letter, no postal device at origin but docketing "Eboulements 15th Sept 1847" at left, rated "7" (distance between 61-100 miles), with manuscript bill number "885" (early usage of the letter bill number system), MONEY LETTER handstamp in red and same-ink Quebec SEP 17 double arc dispatch on back, F-VF

Est. $200+

559

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1849 (February 2) Folded letter from Sgt John Strong serving in Quebec, countersigned by Commanding Officer, rated "1" for Soldier's concession rate to the UK, Quebec double arc dispatch and British "Crowned" Circle Paid at Quebec, L.C., small tear at foot. Glasgow FE 20 1849 backstamp, F-VF (R. Lowe HS-99; SG CC1)

Est. $500+

560

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1849 (October 12) Folded entire written in French with "Ste Croix Grand Manitouline 12 9bre 1849" (Holy Cross, Manitoulin Island) (as no post office established), hand delivered to Penetanguishene, U.C. post office with clear NOV 20 1849 unframed CDS, addressed to Epizon, France; backstamped Holland Landing and Montreal transits, two different red boxed Colonies Art 12 handstamps, rated "2/5" collect for British and Foreign Fees converted to "19" (décimes) collect, French transit Calais 10 DEC 49 and two others on back. A very rare early letter from Manitoulin Island, VF

Est. $750+

561

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1849 (December 11) Folded entire from Duglad MacTavish to William MacTavish (involved in exploration and fur trade) at Hudson Bay House, Sault Ste Marie, mailed from Kilchrist, Scotland with circular "1s/4dcy", manuscript "1/2"; on reverse Liverpool DE 14 double arc in blue, clear Holland Landing JA 7 1850 transit in red and Penetanguishene JAN 8 transit in blue; from there travelling BY SNOWSHOE to Sault Ste. Marie, which at that time was the most Westerly Post Office in Canada, VF

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1143

An interesting early pioneer mail to Western Canada, partly transported on foot by snowshoe.

Est. $1,500+

562

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1851 (January 29) Cover from Niagara Falls to Jordan, Upper Canada and endorsed "Money", Niagara JAN 29 CDS in blue and same-ink "Paid 10" handstamp for double rate, Queenston JAN 29 1851 transit on arrival across the river with straightline MONEY LETTER" and rated in error "4½" as single weight; partial Jordan receiver backstamp. A very rare Money Letter from the United States - according to Harrison (PHSC Number 51, page 24) one of only three known, F-VF

Literature: Illustrated in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on page 29 (figure 53 with rarity factor "RR")

Est. $500+

563

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1853 (April 25) Blue folded entire from Ingersoll to Toronto handstamped "3D" to collect, attractively postmarked IN GREEN INK Ingersoll AP 25 1853 double arc dispatch and MONEY-LETTER handstamp - very scarce coloured cancels. Discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail" on page 26. A lovely cover with great eye appeal, VF

Est. $350+

564

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1854 (September 14) Legal envelope mailed from Montreal addressed to George Norris Trent of the Royal Navy "to be left at the post office Drummondville Eastern Township until called for", straightline "MONEY-LETTER" in red and unusual block type "MONEY" handstamps in black in upper corners possibly applied by the sender, rated unpaid "6" for double weight same-ink Montreal double arc dispatch in black, same-day receiver backstamp in red, light fold and slight soiling, an interesting and scarce Money Letter, Fine

Est. $300+

565

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1855 (April 8) Bluish envelope mailed prepaid from Quebec to Dublin, Ireland, clear cursive, very scarce "8d Stg. Paid 10 Cy." handstamp in red, Paid / Quebec 9 1855 datestamp, via Boston by Cunard Line to the UK with tombstone Pkt Letter Paid Liverpool 22 AP 1855, Blackrock, Ireland receiver backstamp. A scarce route & rate cover mailed during the Crimean War Period (January 1855 - January 1856), Fine; ex. Jack Arnell (February 1997; Lot 175)

Est. $500+

566

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1855 (May 22) Registered cover sent prepaid from Montreal to New York, bearing (all in red ink) unframed "tombstone" Montreal PAID MY 22 1855 datestamp, boxed "REGISTERED", two different "PAID" handstamps and circular PAID 6D, for letter rate to the US, registration fee of 1p paid in cash. The Registration System replaced Money Letters on March 31, 1855, no formal agreement with the US was made until August 8, 1856 (registration fee: 3 pence). In the meantime, the 1p charge paid for service to the border, then continued as a courtesy. One of the very few known covers from this "interim" period, VF

Est. $350+

567

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1855 (July 19) Blue folded cover from Brant to Southampton, handstamped PAID and "RERISTERED" in red, the latter misspelled - believed to be the only post office among nearly 1,300 that received this error handstamp. Rated "3" with Brant double arc dispatch with filled-in date, three different backstamps. A very scarce handstamp error, VF

Provenance: Horace Harrison Collection of Canadian Postal History, Matthew Bennett, February 2003; Lot 31

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on page 47 (Figure 84).

Est. $350+

568

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (March 11) Blue envelope in clean condition, embossed albino "Young, James & Co. Montreal crest on backflap, postmarked with unframed "tombstone" Montreal PAID MR 11 datestamp in red, dark red "By Grand Trunk Railway" private handstamp and same-ink Paid Drawer 14 Y.J. & Co. oval handstamp and rated "6" in manuscript denoting postage was levied to Bryant's Pond, one of the train stations on the US section of the G.T.R. An attractive cover in an excellent state of preservation - the few we have seen had faults to some degree, XF

Est. $750+

569

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (March 17) Folded letter datelined "Montreal 14 March 1856", prepaid "6" pence to New York, straightline "REGISTERED" denoting the current 1 penny registration fee (prepayment mandatory) in cash for service to the border as registration was not formally recognized to the US until August 8, 1856. One of the few covers mailed during this interim period, VF

Provenance: Horace Harrison Collection of Canadian Postal History, Matthew Bennett, February 2003; Lot 84

Est. $350+

570

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (April 12) Blue folded cover locally mailed to Crown Lands, Toronto, large circular APR 12 CDS, same-ink "FREE" handstamp for the ½p drop letter free franking privilege, the registration fee of 1p had to be prepaid, REGISTERED handstamped in red. Unusually clean, a very scarce combination of postal markings, VF

Provenance: Warren Wilkinson Gold Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby Auctions, June 2007; Lot 34

Est. $750+

571

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (June 9) Large blue cover sent registered from Galt to Toronto, somewhat reduced at left and light fold, rated "1/1" for the quadruple 3p rate (12p) plus 1p registration to be collected - a procedure against postal regulations that required mandatory prepayment of the 1p registration fee. Believed to be the only recorded example (according to Harrison) showing both postage and registration fees as collect. An important registered cover for an advanced collection, VF

Provenance: Warren Wilkinson Gold-Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby, June 2007; Lot 107

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook on pages 48-49 (Figure 87) - assigned rarity factor of "RRR"

Est. $1,500+

572

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (July 9) Red Brown envelope, portion of Ashton, U.C. "Crown" wax seal on reverse, to Ogdensburg, NY via Ottawa & Prescott, double arc Ashton dispatch in red with filled-in "9 July 1856" date, light boxed REGISTERED and PAID handstamps in red, rated "6" for prepaid letter to the US and 1p registration fee paid in cash. Registration to the US was not formally recognized until August 8, 1856 - the then current 1p prepaid registration fee was until the border, onward the service of registration in the US not available. One of the few covers that exist from this pre-agreement period, Fine

Provenance: Harry Lussey Canadian Registration Collection, R. Lee Auction No. 94, May 1999; Lot 466 - illustrated and discussed in Harrison, Arfken & Lussey "Canada's Registered Mail" handbook on page 91-92 (Figure 161).
Warren Wilkinson Gold-Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby, June 2007; Lot 187

Est. $350+

573

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (July 14) Small envelope sent prepaid from Montreal to London, showing three different postmarks in red - unframed tombstone Montreal Paid JY 14 1856, a very scarce straightline "8dStg PAID 10dCy." and British "PAID 28 JY 1856" CDS; minor wrinkling, a very appealing cover with VF strikes

Est. $350+

574

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (August 18) Small envelope prepaid to London, struck in red with unframed tombstone Montreal PAID AU 18 1856 and very scarce "8dStg PAID 10dCy." straightline for the Cunard Line rate via the US; minor wrinkling, a pretty cover, Fine with VF strikes

Est. $350+

575

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1856 (November 19) Clean, fresh folded cover from Québec to Dublin, Paid Quebec .. 19 1856 double arc dispatch (no month) in red and same-ink very scarce cursive straightline "6dStg Paid 7½Cy." handstamp, tombstone Pck Letter Paid Liverpool DE 2 58 transit in red and superb two-line "BY-CANADIAN / PACKET" handstamp applied at Liverpool alongside Dublin DE 3 1856 CDS receivers; an attractive Allan Line rate cover to Ireland, VF

Provenance: Allan Steinhart Collection, Harmers of Switzerland, May 2005; Lot 1100

Est. $500+

576

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1857 (July 23) Mourning cover with intact black wax seal, prepaid to Navan, Ireland, endorsed "by Boston", Peterboro double arc dispatch and a very scarce cursive "PAID 8d.Stg. 10d.Cy." straightline for Cunard Line rate via the US, Pkt Letter Paid Liverpool AU 10 57 transit in red, Navan AU 12 receiver, VF

Est. $250+

577

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1858 (May 5) Mourning cover sent free from Toronto to Crown Lands, large unframed Legislative Assembly Canada MAY 5 1858 CDS in blue (Davis LA-2), VF (CS LA-2)

Est. $200+

578

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1858 (July 22) Small cover mailed free from Toronto to Berlin, struck with unusually clear Legislative Assembly Shield & Crown Canada July 22 1858 handstamp in red (Davis LA-4) and straightline "FREE" in black, initialed at left, Berlin JY 23 receiver on back. An attractive, early usage of the "Shield", VF (CS LA-4) ex. Sam Nickle Canadian 19th Century Postal History (October 1996; Lot 737)

Est. $300+

579

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1858 (August 23) An appealing small cover from Québec to Dublin, large CDS dispatch in red and same-ink, clearly struck straightline "PAID 6dStg", tombstone Pkt Letter PAID Liverpool SP 9 58 transit and also struck at Liverpool two-line "BY-CANADIAN / PACKET" in red on back alongside Dublin SE 1858 CDS receiver. A beautifully postmarked Allan Line rate cover to Ireland, VF

Est. $500+

580

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1858 (October 1) Cover from St. Croix, L.C. to Québec, rated "6" for double weight letter rate, plus carrier fee "1" of one penny for total of "7" pence to be collected, next-day Quebec receiver backstamp; further annotated "Pd by Me L.B." Carrier letters are most unusual - according to Firby no cover bearing stamps prepaying such a rate has been reported. During the Pence era, only four stampless covers are recorded, VF; ex. Warren Wilkinson Collection (June 2007; Lot 97)

Est. $350+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1859 (February 11) Intricate, embossed Valentine with gold multi-coloured card enclosed, superb large circular City of Ottawa, C.W. 11 FEB 1859 CDS, rated as a drop letter with "1/2" penny rate, pretty and in an excellent state of preservation, VF and scarce

581

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1859 (February 11) Intricate, embossed Valentine with gold multi-coloured card enclosed, superb large circular City of Ottawa, C.W. 11 FEB 1859 CDS, rated as a drop letter with "1/2" penny rate, pretty and in an excellent state of preservation, VF and scarce

Est. $500+

582

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1859 (February 28) Thompson's "Mirror of Parliament 1859 No. 1" circular sent free from Quebec to Lacolle, C.E. light ageing and edge wear, superb large unframed Legislative Assembly Canada handstamp IN RED (Davis LA-2 unlisted in red, no date). A great item related to Government official postal markings and quite likely one-of-a-kind, Fine with VF+ strike

Est. $500+

583

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1863 (March 19) Clean folded lettersheet from Liverpool on Allan Line to Montreal, dispatch CDS, endorsed "per North American via Derry", British Claim "5" stg. on a double unpaid letter, rated "37" to collect (2 x 12½c postage plus half-fine of 12½c), Montreal AP 6 63, VF and unusual; ex. Jack Arnell Transatlantic Mails Collection (February 1997; Lot 585)

Est. $300+

584

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1864 (March 10) Immaculate cover bearing the rare Legislative Council Canada (serifed letters) "Crown" handstamp in red - quite clear for this (Davis LC-4) mailed free to Whitby, C.W. with light same-ink FREE "Crown" (italic; Davis FH-1ii), initialed at left, light Whitby split ring in blue on reverse, VF (CS LC-4 + Boggs "Free" type HS-04) ex. Sam Nickle (October 1996; Lot 738)

Est. $350+

585

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1864 (November 12) Cover from George Brown, a Fathers of Confederation, prepaid to Scotland, endorsed "Free Geo Brown Prest Ex Council" at left, Paid Québec NO 12 1864 double arc dispatch in red and same-ink very scarce and late use of "6Stg Paid 7½dCy" handstamp, couple small tears at top; on reverse clear Edinburgh NO 23 64 CDS receiver, F-VF; ex. Allan Steinhart (May 2005; Lot 1001) Illustrated and discussed in Arfken & Leggett "Canada's Decimal Era" handbook on page 134 (Figure 7).

Est. $400+

586

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1865 (May 16) Orange cover delivered by favour from Toronto to Henry Morgan in Quebec, with letter signed by James Ross (1835-1871) and four-page autobiographical sketch, a former Postmaster at the Red River Settlement, who was to become Chief Justice under the Provisional Government of Louis Riel in 1870. An important document related to Red River Settlement, Fine

Est. $500+

587

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1871 (August) Yellow cover to Henry Morgan, Secretary of State, Ottawa with three letter enclosures from the Canadian Pacific Railway Survey Crew from Camp 13 sent following the disaster of July 1871 and carried by Indians to Great Lakes Steamers, then onward to Ottawa. Light, quite legible "Crown" Chief Engineers Office I.C.R. SEP 11 PAID Railway handstamp, Ottawa SP 11 split ring. The letter reads in part: "The Gunboat had not arrived and had it not been the H.B. Post (Hudson Bay Post) supplying us with provisions... starvation". "The H.B. Co charge us double prices for everything. Indian Couriers have not brought any Mail since Collingwood." An interesting letter carried by Indians and by river post, Fine

Provenance: Sam Nickle Canadian 19th Century Postal History, Firby, October 1996; Lot 461

The Gunboat mentioned is the "Rescue" commissioned at the time of the first Riel Rebellion 1869-1870 and considered the first boat in the Canadian Navy. See Eastern Auctions April 2021 sale Lot 372 for another "disaster" cover from the same correspondence; franked with 3c Small Queen - sold for $1,700 hammer.

Est. $1,000+

588

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1875 (February 24) An appealing small folded cover mailed free from Ottawa to London, Ontario, unframed House of Commons Canada with "24" indicia date only with Free below postmark in blue (Davis CP-6ii), same-ink REGISTERED used at the House of Commons (unlisted in Davis) visible at left, countersigned with Ottawa split ring dispatch and straightline REGISTERED on arrival at main post office, VF (CS HC-4a + unlisted H of C Registered blue handstamp)

Provenance: Horace Harrison (with portion of his original album page)
"Libra" Collections - Government Official Mail, Eastern Auctions, October 2012; Lot 1174

Est. $500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1878 (March 25) Incoming Mail - Yellow cover in immaculate condition from Brome, C.E. split ring dispatch and "FREE" marking, well struck Montreal MAR 25 transit on back plus superb strike of the extremely rare double ring House of Commons Canada MAR 26 1878 postmark (without "Crown" nor Free) in blue (Davis CP-9i with highest rarity factor of "5") as a receiver. A very small number exist, no doubt this is the finest and most desirable example, XF (CS HC9) This strike is the same one depicted in the Canada Specialized and Davis catalogues; ex. "Libra" Official Mail Collection (October 2012; Lot 1180)

589

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1878 (March 25) Incoming Mail - Yellow cover in immaculate condition from Brome, C.E. split ring dispatch and "FREE" marking, well struck Montreal MAR 25 transit on back plus superb strike of the extremely rare double ring House of Commons Canada MAR 26 1878 postmark (without "Crown" nor Free) in blue (Davis CP-9i with highest rarity factor of "5") as a receiver. A very small number exist, no doubt this is the finest and most desirable example, XF (CS HC9) This strike is the same one depicted in the Canada Specialized and Davis catalogues; ex. "Libra" Official Mail Collection (October 2012; Lot 1180)

Est. $500+

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1878 (April 3) Small envelope endorsed "O.H.M.S." and "Free", very clear South Bolton, L.C. double arc dispatch with filled-in "April 3 1878" date; on reverse a light but complete, legible strike of the extremely rare double ring House of Commons / Canada APR 4 1878 postmark (without "Crown" nor Free) in blue (Davis CP-9i RF "5" - the highest rarity factor allocated by Davis). Very few exist, VF (Canada Specialized HC-9)

590

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS 1878 (April 3) Small envelope endorsed "O.H.M.S." and "Free", very clear South Bolton, L.C. double arc dispatch with filled-in "April 3 1878" date; on reverse a light but complete, legible strike of the extremely rare double ring House of Commons / Canada APR 4 1878 postmark (without "Crown" nor Free) in blue (Davis CP-9i RF "5" - the highest rarity factor allocated by Davis). Very few exist, VF (Canada Specialized HC-9)

Est. $300+

591

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Nine covers of various rates, some with instructional markings, noted St. Jean Port Joly manuscript dispatch on 1833 "4½" prepaid to Quebec; two attractively colour cancelled Berthier Money Letter handstamped covers 1846 & 1847 to Montreal; 1835 superb double circle Brighton, U.C. dispatch to Toronto; also 1838 (Dec. 14) printed Sermon titled "National Judgments provoked by National Sins" preached at Cobourg, as a day of public fasting and humiliation in consequence of the present conspiracies against the peace of the province.

Est. $500+

592

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Eleven covers 1854-1858 nicely written up on quadrilled pages, prepaid or unpaid to the United States from various towns, noting 1855 (6 pence) postage charged to account on GWR envelope, 1857 "Advertised" and returned letter from the US, 1857 double unpaid rated "20" (cents) to collect at Vermont. Border exchange office handstamps in red or black, etc.

Est. $500+

593

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Nine covers to or from Canada 1840s-1860s, various handstamps, instructional markings and rates, eight to or from the UK, one incoming from France 1865 and rated "21" cents collect. Also an 1852 letter to Scotland with insightful information on how to emigrate to Canada (transcript enclosed), etc.

Est. $750+

594

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Five 1834 to 1837 covers written up on quadrilled pages with letters from Scottish emigrants telling of their experiences and lives in Canada. Insightful. Fine or better

Est. $500+

595

CANADA STAMPLESS COVERS Nine covers nicely written up on quadrilled pages, dated 1801 to 1837; from eight different Forwarding Agents. Two 1801 covers from Quebec to Scotland with double oval Ship Ltr "Crown" Liverpool handstamp, 1814 Montreal to London with two different Ship Letter handstamps, 1821 & 1827 two covers from different agents mailed from Halifax to Philadelphia, 1835 St. John, NB to London, 1836 Scotland to Montreal, 1837 Calcutta, India to Guelph, Canada with nice oval Forwarded By Goodhue & Co. New York agent handstamp in red. Seldom seen items from the Allan Steinhart Collection (May 2005; part of Lot 1554), F-VF

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS

596

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS A very seldom seen plate essay block of four, engraved and printed in dim brown on bond paper, superb in all respects, only a handful of blocks exists, XF (Minuse & Pratt E-Aa)

Provenance: “Carrington” Collection of Province of Canada, Matthew Bennett Auctions, June 2002; Lot 3001

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 2 PENCE

597

CANADA - 2 PENCE Engraved plate essay single in green on white wove paper (0.004" thick), bright colour and large margins, VF+

Est. $500+

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS

598

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS Engraved plate essay in violet brown on white bond paper (0.004" thick), choice, VF

Est. $400+

CANADA - 2 PENCE

599

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1TCiii,Trial colour plate proof in black on india, horizontal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, part sheet margin at top, choice, VF

Cat. $400

600

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1,A used example with adequate to large margins, great colour and impression with prominent laid lines, ideally struck concentric rings cancellation, VF

Cat. $1,600

601

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1,A selected used single with four large even margins and clear laid lines, two light strikes of concentric rings and also the last two letters of a MONEY LETTER straight line at top left, VF; 2017 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,600

602

CANADA - 2 PENCE 2TC,Trial colour plate proof vertical strip of three on card mounted india, full Rawdon, Wright, Hatch & Edson, New York imprint in right margin; an appealing multiple, VF (Unitrade cat. as singles)

Cat. $900

603

CANADA - 2 PENCE 2TCii,Trial colour plate proof in orange yellow on india paper, VF; 2013 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $450

604

CANADA - 2 PENCE 2TCix,A large margined trial colour plate proof in black on card mounted india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, VF

Cat. $350

605

CANADA - 2 PENCE 2TCv,Trial colour plate proof in grey on card mounted india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint in orange, radiant colour and large margins, VF+

Cat. $300

606

CANADA - 2 PENCE 2TCvii,Trial colour plate proof block in dark grey on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, sheet margin at left, unerased engraver's guidelines visible in margin and between stamps, choice, VF

Cat. $1,200

607

CANADA 2TCx,Trial colour plate proof single printed in black on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in orange, VF

Cat. $375

CANADA - 2 PENCE

608

CANADA - 2 PENCE 3TCi,The rare Compound Die Proof, engraved, printed in dark violet brown on yellowish bond paper (0.003" thick) and measuring 107 x 57mm, horizontally severed and rejoined; an affordable example of a very rare proof. (Unitrade cat. $40,000; Minuse & Pratt 3TC1c + 16TC1c)

Est. $2,500+

609

CANADA - 2 PENCE 3Pi,A large margined plate proof single in the issued colour on card mounted india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine; choice, VF; 2013 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $2,500+

610

CANADA - 2 PENCE 3Pi,Plate proof in issued colour on card mounted india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, faint toning, VF

Cat. $2,500

611

CANADA - 2 PENCE 3Pii,The sought-after plate proof in issued colour on india paper with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, ample margins all around and fresh. Ranking among the most elusive plate proofs - in our opinion scarcer than the vertical specimen in green. A great item for an advanced collection, VF

Cat. $6,000

612

CANADA - 2 PENCE 3Piii,A flawless example of the very scarce plate proof, printed in the issued colour on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint IN GREEN, ample to large margins with rich colour. A desirable item - one of the rarities of Pence issue plate proofs, VF

Cat. $7,500

613

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4,An attractive mint single, clear of frame at right to ample margins, rich colour and large part original gum; a nice stamp seldom seen with gum, Fine+

Cat. $2,500

614

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4d,A choice used single with bright colour on fresh paper, large margined, central light concentric rings cancel IN BLUE, VF

Cat. $300+

615

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4xii,An eye-arresting used single unusually struck with socked-on-nose large "3" rate marking in black, showing Major Re-entry (Pane B; Position 61) with doubling in "ANADA PO" of "CANADA POSTAGE", in first "E" of "PENCE" and in ovals among other traits, just clear of frame at foot to ample margins, Fine

Est. $300+

616

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4,A scarce used block of four, large to just clear margins on three sides, slightly in outer frame at top, large scissor cut in the margin between bottom pair and slight crease at top, Fine appearance, only a few used blocks (in any condition) exist.

Est. $600+

617

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4,A remarkable used strip of three in a lovely distinctive shade, displaying fabulous colour on pristine white paper with clear horizontal mesh characteristic of a late printing, mostly large margined except at upper left of middle stamp just clear of frame, light concentric rings cancellations, VF

From Pane B, Positions 56-58, left stamp positioned noticeably lower, unusual. An unusual multiple perfect for a specialist.

Cat. $900+

618

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4,An attractive used horizontal pair with rich colour on pristine fresh paper, ample to very large margins, concentric rings cancel, VF

Cat. $600

619

CANADA - 2 PENCE 4,A nice used example with ample to large margins, great colour, lightly cancelled with part double arc 1858 datestamp, VF

Cat. $300

620

CANADA - 2 PENCE 5b,An impressive large margined used example printed in the distinctive and unmistakable shade, BLUE cancel, extra wide margins adding to its appeal, XF; 2001 Brandon cert.

Cat. $1,600+

621

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7P & 8P,An amazing American Bank Note Company se-tenant pair of Trade Sample Proofs, originating from the famous trade sample sheet, circa. 1868; engraved and printed in a dazzling bright yellow colour on white wove paper with clear horizontal mesh; natural india paper flaw on left proof and light pressed crease, the latter not mentioned in accompanying certificates. Surely among the most striking coloured proofs one can hope to find and especially desirable in an intact se-tenant pair, a fabulous item for an advanced collection, VF (Unitrade cat. $15,000)

Expertization: 1979 Friedl (signed H. Bloch) and 2014 Greene Foundation certificates

Est. $5,000+

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7,American Bank Note Company Trade Sample Proofs in three darker shades - greyish violet, brownish red and bright purple, first proof on horizontal mesh wove, others on vertical mesh wove. First and third with slight thins as often seen on this fragile paper, otherwise VF and displaying sought-after rich colours.

622

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7,American Bank Note Company Trade Sample Proofs in three darker shades - greyish violet, brownish red and bright purple, first proof on horizontal mesh wove, others on vertical mesh wove. First and third with slight thins as often seen on this fragile paper, otherwise VF and displaying sought-after rich colours.

Est. $1,500+

623

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7,A superb ABNC Trade Sample Proof, engraved, printed in a remarkably dark greyish brown on soft fibrous white wove paper with faint vertical mesh, an appealing proof that originated from the ABNC trade sample sheet, VF

Est. $750+

624

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7,Trade Sample Proof, engraved, printed in a superb deep rose lilac shade on white wove paper with distinctive horizontal mesh, originating from the rarely seen ABNC trade sample sheet printed circa. 1868; hint of toning and tiny thin spot, beautiful VF appearance.

Est. $500+

625

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7,ABNC Trade Sample Proof, engraved, printed in a pale orange rose colour on yellowish wove paper with clear horizontal mesh, small thin away from design, an attractive coloured proof, VF

Est. $500+

626

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7Pi,A visually striking plate proof block in the issued colour on india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine with an "extra" column clearly visible at left edge, very unusual, VF (Unitrade cat. for a normal block)

Cat. $1,200+

627

CANADA - 2 PENCE 7TC,Trial colour plate proof in black on india paper, large margined and choice, XF

Cat. $800+

628

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8,Trade Sample Proof, engraved, printed a lovely greyish lilac colour on wove paper with distinctive horizontal mesh, miniscule thin speck, a beautiful proof that originated from the rare ABNC trade sample sheet, circa. 1868, VF (Unitrade cat. $1,500)

Est. $500+

629

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8Pi,Top margin plate proof block in issued colour on india with vertical SPECIMEN in green, large portion of Rawdon, Wright, Hatch & Edson, New (York) imprint, Positions 2-3 / 14-15 in sheet of 120 subjects, VF

A large percentage of Half penny plate proof sheets were of 100 subjects - the first two columns and related imprints having been removed.

Cat. $1,200

630

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8Pi + varieties,Plate proof block in issued colour on india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint in green, right pair with Major Re-entries (Position 60 and 72 from the sheet of 120 subjects), prominent doubling in "HALF" and "POSTAGE" respectively, VF (Unitrade cat. as normal proofs)

Cat. $1,200+

631

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8TC,Trial colour plate imprint proof strip of three on card mounted india paper (Positions 20 / 40 in the plate of 100 subjects), characteristic rich colour, VF (Unitrade cat. as singles)

Cat. $900

632

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8TCii + variety,Trial colour plate proof single printed in black on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, shows listed Re-entry (Position 46 from the sheet of 120 subjects) with nice doubling of top frameline, upper left frame and other traits clearly visible on this black proof, VF

Cat. $300+

633

CANADA - 2 PENCE 8,Block of four with pen cancellations removed, cleaned, Fine appearance; 1979 Greene Foundation cert.

Interestingly enough this block is illustrated in Robson Lowe "Encyclopedia of British Empire Stamps, Volume V - North America" handbook on page 165, erroneously identified as "on ribbed".

Est. $750+

634

CANADA - 2 PENCE 10,A remarkable, flawless, used example of this very challenging stamp with ample to huge margins, diamond grid cancellation of Toronto. Superb true colour and bright impression on immaculate fresh paper. Unquestionably one of the nicest examples one can hope to find, VF+

Cat. $9,000+

635

CANADA - 2 PENCE 10,An attractive example of this challenging, short-lived, distinctive printing, displaying ample to large margins, slight lightened stain, neat grid cancellation, VF; clear 2001 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $9,000

636

CANADA - 2 PENCE 12,An extremely scarce mint example of this difficult stamp - Canada's First Perforated Issue, sheet margin at foot, with deep rich colour and sharp impression on fresh wove paper, negligible gum bend, full intact perforations and retaining an unusually large portion of its original gum. Only a few mint OG examples survive; pencil signed by expert H. Bloch on reverse, Fine OG; clear 2021 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $30,000

637

CANADA - 2 PENCE A GLORIOUS PENCE COVER TO FRANCE
THE EARLIEST PENCE STAMP FRANKED COVER TO CONTINENTAL EUROPE

1851 (December 1) Small folded cover mailed from New Carlisle, Gaspé to Granville, France bearing an impressive First Issue multiple franking consisting of a horizontal strip of three of the 6 pence greyish purple on handmade laid paper, showing prominent laid lines, rich colour, clear to ample margins except at two sides of left stamp, superbly cancelled and tied by concentric rings, double arc dispatch at left; backflap tear from opening and very slight edge wear mentioned for the record. Pays an 18-pence rate to France - 3 pence overland rate to Nova Scotia via New Brunswick, and 15-pence rate to the United Kingdom, routed through Chatham DE 6, Petitcodiac DE 7, Sackville DE 7 backstamps then forwarded to Halifax and Boston, where it was carried on Cunard Line to Liverpool. Forwarded from U.K. unpaid to France with red boxed CANADA / &c ART 12" handstamp further tying the strip, transit Calais 23 DEC 51 CDS in red with French Accountancy stylized "15" (15 centimes) due marking to be collected from the recipient, next-day Granville receiver backstamps. An outstanding cover with a very rare route and franking combination, F-VF (Unitrade 2b)

Expertization: clear 2020 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Sam Nickle, Christie's Robson Lowe, March 1993; Lot 61
Warren Wilkinson, Firby Auctions, June 2007; Lot 317 - where it realized an impressive US$45,000 hammer against a pre-sale estimate of US$35,000.
Joseph Hackmey, Feldman Auctions, New York, March 2011; Lot 10385
London 2015 Europhilex Rarities Auction, May 2015; Lot 47

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Arfken, Leggett, Firby & Steinhart "Canada's Pence Era - The Pence Stamps and the Canadian Mail 1851-1859" on page 282 (Figure 258), listed as Cover No. 1 in Table 50. The only instance of a Pence cover to Europe being routed through the Maritimes. By far the Earliest Reported of the mere 5 covers to France, by more than 5 years.
Illustrated in Capex '96 Gems of Canadian Philately handbook on page 13.

Census: Canada Pence Issue 1851-1859 Cover Census, compiled by Wayne Smith (as of February 2021); this is the only known 18-Pence rate among the five reported Pence franking covers.

A SPECTACULAR COVER TO FRANCE - NO DOUBT REGARDED AS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT AND REMARKABLE PENCE-FRANKED COVERS MAILED TO A FOREIGN COUNTRY.

Est. $15,000+

638

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1855 (September 26) White envelope in an excellent state of preservation, bearing a fabulous, extremely well centered (and rare thus) strip of three perforated ½p rose alongside an imperforate 6p slate grey on medium wove paper slightly into frame at foot, all tied by partly legible four-ring '30' numeral cancellations of Peterboro with clear double arc dispatch at foot, superb circular Paid Liverpool Col Packet 12 OC 59 transit in red; wax seal excised on reverse, Cobourg and Montreal transits and Dublin OC13 and Navan OC13 receivers. Mailed during the Cents era (currency change was effective July 1st, 1859), Pence stamps were still available and valid for postage. In this case, pays the then current 12½ cents (or 7½ pence) letter rate to the United Kingdom, via Canadian Packet - Allan Line, in a most remarkable & unusual way. THE ONLY KNOWN COVER with this franking, which ranks as one of the most stunning Pence covers mailed to the United Kingdom, VF (Unitrade 5, 11)

Expertization: 1995 BPA certificate

Provenance: Bill Lea Exhibit Collection of Canada Pence & Cents Postal History (private sale)
The K.L. Collection of Classic Rarities, Siegel, April 1996; Lot 23
The "Carrington" Collection of the Province of Canada 1851-1868, Matthew Bennett, June 2002; Lot 3190 - realized US$20,000 hammer.
Warren Wilkinson Gold Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby Auctions, June 2007; Lot 218 - realized US$25,000 hammer.
Joseph Hackmey, Feldman Auctions, March 2011; Lot 10350
London 2015 Europhilex Rarities Auction, May 2015; Lot 80

Est. $10,000+

639

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1858 (March 26) Cover from Hamilton to Eastwood, C.W. with a unique, remarkable franking of stamps on SOFT HORIZONTALLY RIBBED PAPER - two single ½p rose mostly large margined all around with neighboring stamp visible at one side, placed at either side of a 3p red with clear to ample margins, all tied by large grid '16' cancels of Hamilton, endorsed 'Register' in red with clear dispatch and REGISTERED straightline; on reverse intact red wax seal, Woodstock MR 27 transit and Eastwood MR 27 receiver. An important registered domestic rate cover, F-VF (Unitrade 4c, 8a)

Expertization: 2024 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Dale-Lichtenstein, British North America Part Two, H.R. Harmer, Inc., May 1969; Lot 524
Horace Harrison "Canada Registry System" Postal History Collection
Warren Wilkinson Gold Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby Auctions, June 2007; Lot 83 - where it realized US$30,000 hammer.
Joseph Hackmey, Feldman Auctions, New York, March 2011; Lot 10303
London 2015 Europhilex Rarities Auction, May 2015; Lot 83

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Arfken, Leggett, Firby & Steinhart "Canada's Pence Era - The Pence Stamps and the Canadian Mail 1851-1859" handbook on pages 125-126 (Figure 104) and listed as Cover No. 1 in Table 23. Domestic Covers with Registry Fee Paid with Stamps. The earliest reported date of ONLY THREE listed covers.
Illustrated in Boggs "The Postage Stamps and Postal History of Canada" on page 163 (Figure 40).
Illustrated in Capex '96 Gems of Canadian Philately handbook on page 29.

Census: Canada Pence Issue 1851-1859 Cover Census, compiled by Wayne Smith; three covers are reported paying a registered 4 pence domestic with registry fee paid with stamps. Among these, two bear similar frankings; the cover offered here being THE ONLY ONE WITH STAMPS ON THE ELUSIVE RIBBED PAPER.

Est. $10,000+

640

CANADA - 2 PENCE 1859 (March 19) Small cover from Montreal to Brazey-en-Plaine (Côte-d'Or department), France, bearing an extraordinary Pence franking consisting of a perforated ½p rose and a horizontal pair of the 6p brown violet perf 11¾, latter with crease on left stamp from placement, tied by four-ring '21' cancels, the ½p further tied by Montreal double arc dispatch, neat London AP 4 59 transit CDS in red, same-day French Calais CDS transit, on reverse St. Jean de L'Osne receiver; cover with sealed tear and backflap missing. A spectacular 12½-Pence rate to France and especially so franked solely with Perforated Pence issues - A UNIQUE FRANKING and a rarity of the highest order, Fine (Unitrade 11, 13)

Expertization: 2024 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Dale-Lichtenstein, Canada - Sale 10, H.R. Harmer, Inc, December 1970; Lot 329
Warren Wilkinson Gold Medal Collection of Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, Firby Auctions, June 2007; Lot 297 - where it realized US$30,000 hammer!
Joseph Hackmey, David Feldman Auctions, New York, March 2011; Lot 10383
London 2015 Europhilex Rarities Auctions, May 2015; Lot 90

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Arfken, Leggett, Firby & Steinhart "Canada's Pence Era - The Pence Stamps and the Canadian Mail 1851-1859" handbook on pages 284-286 (Figure 262) and listed as Cover No. 4 in Table 50. Pence-Franked Covers to France.

Census: Canada Pence Issue 1851-1859 Cover Census, compiled by Wayne Smith (as of February 2021); this is one of only two 12½ pence franked covers to France - this the only known with a perforated Pence stamps. The other cover, from the same correspondence, is franked with a pair of 6p imperforate + a ½p perforated.

Very few multiples (none larger than a pair) of the perforated 6 pence exist on cover. In fact, we know of only three others bearing two 6p perforated, all of which were mailed to the U.S. The example offered here mailed to France is without question one of the most remarkable usages extant.

ONE OF THE MOST OUTSTANDING CANADA PENCE-FRANKED COVERS MAILED TO A FOREIGN COUNTRY. THE ONLY KNOWN COVER BEARING TWO DIFFERENT PERFORATED PENCE ISSUES.

Est. $15,000+

CANADA - 3 CENTS

641

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14P-20P,Complete basic set of six plate proofs on india paper in issued or near issued colours - the 17c in the scarcer dark blue shade, VF

Cat. $1,800

642

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14TCi,Trial colour plate proof printed in black on india, deep vibrant colour, choice, VF+

Cat. $400

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14Pi, 14Pii,The two listed specimen overprinted plate proofs in issued colour - vertical and diagonal in black, a choice duo, VF+

643

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14Pi, 14Pii,The two listed specimen overprinted plate proofs in issued colour - vertical and diagonal in black, a choice duo, VF+

Cat. $750

644

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14b,Bright fresh used example, Hamilton JY 6 1859 double arc datestamp - the first week of issue and believed to the Earliest Recorded Dated example on or off cover, Fine

Est. $250+

645

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14vii, 15x, 17vii, 18v, 20iv,American Bank Note Co. New York imprints - a remarkable lot of reconstructed imprints from different positions on the plate, includes 1c (16), 2c (7), 5c (17), 10c (13), 12½c (6), a challenging lot to assemble. Mixed to mainly F-VF; the ABNC imprint appeared eight times on plates starting with the November 1864 printing orders of all values except the 17c.

Est. $750+

646

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14iv,The elusive early state of the "Q" Flaw (Position 38; Whitworth Plate Flaw 1a) with prominent marks below "O" of "ONE" and in the cross-lines at lower left, well clear of the cancel. The best and scarcest of the three known stages of this plate flaw, Fine

Cat. $1,000

647

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14iv,A scarce used example showing second stage of the "Q" Flaw (Position 38; Whitworth Plate Flaw No. 1b), fresh with large part York Mills FE 8 1865 postmark, Fine

Cat. $1,000

648

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14vi,A nicely centered used single, with "C" Flaw (Position 37; Whitworth Plate Flaw No. 15) that was short-lived, Toronto 1864 split ring well clear of its traits, VF

Cat. $400

649

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1860 (April 2) Clean cover franked with a 1c deep rose, perf 11¾ tied by socked-on-nose Montreal AP 2 1860 double arc dispatch, pays one-cent local drop rate, Fine stamp on VF+ cover (Unitrade 14b)

Est. $150+

650

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1861 (April 23) Orange cover franked with horizontal strip of five of the 1c dark rose perf 11¾ tied by London duplex; pays 5 cent domestic letter rate to St. David's; on reverse G.W.R. East AP 23 RPO split ring transit; ex Vincent G. Greene with his owner's stamp, VF (Unitrade 14b)

Est. $500+

651

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15TCiii,Trial colour plate proof in brownish red on india with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, VF

Cat. $450

652

CANADA 15TCvii,Trial colour plate proof printed in black on india, large margined and scarce, VF

Cat. $800

CANADA - 3 CENTS

653

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15TCviii,Trial colour plate proof in orange yellow on india paper, VF; 2001 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $600

654

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15v,A lovely used example of the Major Re-entry (Position 28; State 10) with very prominent doubling throughout the design, deep rich colour, Oakwood JA 20 1868 postmark, Fine+

Cat. $500+

655

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15v,A fresh used single showing clearly the Major Re-entry (Position 28; State 10) with prominent doubling throughout the design, Fine

Cat. $500

656

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15vi, variety,A lightly cancelled used single showing the "Log in Waterfall" variety (Position 50) - the variety so dramatic that two parallel logs (Double Log) are shown, most unusual, faint corner crease, F-VF (Unitrade cat. for normal variety)

Cat. $950

657

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15vii,A fresh used single showing the "Rock in Waterfall" variety (Position 53; State 9-10), light grid cancel well clear of the variety, Fine

Cat. $300+

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15viii, 15ix,Two well-known plate varieties: the "Split Beaver" (Position 90; State 4, 1863) and the "Leaping Fish" (Position 54; State 8, 1865-1866), both used with cancels well clear of variety, Fine

658

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15viii, 15ix,Two well-known plate varieties: the "Split Beaver" (Position 90; State 4, 1863) and the "Leaping Fish" (Position 54; State 8, 1865-1866), both used with cancels well clear of variety, Fine

Cat. $600

659

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1861 (March 28) Cover from Arkona, U.C. to Victoria, Vancouver Island Colony, reduced at left but clean and fresh, bearing three 5c vermilion cancelled by concentric rings (middle stamp does not belong), Arkona split ring dispatch at left; on reverse four different transit backstamps including two split ring RPOs - G.W.R. West and G.W.R. East / Sarnia Branch; a very elusive 15 cent rate to Vancouver Island (and British Columbia Mainland) in effect January 1859 to December 1861. Arfken & Leggett "Canada's Decimal Era" handbook census table records four similar frankings to Vancouver Island (three from the same correspondence), Fine (Unitrade 15)

Est. $500

660

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1864 (October 21) Interprovincial cover from Québec to PEI bearing a 5c bright vermilion perf 11¾x12 cancelled by light grid '37' numeral, clear Québec OC 21 64 dispatch at foot; on reverse Saint John, NB OC 25 1864 transit and OCT 26 arrival CDS. An appealing single-franking Decimal cover to Prince Edward Island - according to the Firby census only 6 such covers exist, VF (Unitrade 15)

Provenance: Arthur Leggett (BNAPS exhibit series No. 94, page 55)

Est. $250+

661

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16TC,Trial colour plate proof in black on india paper, radiant colour and choice, VF

Cat. $400

662

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16P,Plate proof printed in the colour of the intended first printing on india paper, choice, VF

Cat. $600

663

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16Pi,Plate proof in the distinctive first printing order colour on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, VF

Cat. $450

664

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16Pii,Plate proof in the intended first printing colour on india with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, VF

Cat. $600

CANADA - 3 CENTS The complete assembly of all Printing Orders from 1859 (PO1A & B) to late 1867 (PO26A, B & C), offered intact with a total of 77 stamps, showing myriad shades and impressions found on this complex stamp. Includes the key 1859 printings with two shades of brownish black and two of deep chocolate brown (Unitrade 16, 16i), mixed condition. Some small faults or flaws to be expected, many are sound and nicely centered stamps. Meticulously assembled over many years by an authority on the subject; an essential reference.

665

CANADA - 3 CENTS The complete assembly of all Printing Orders from 1859 (PO1A & B) to late 1867 (PO26A, B & C), offered intact with a total of 77 stamps, showing myriad shades and impressions found on this complex stamp. Includes the key 1859 printings with two shades of brownish black and two of deep chocolate brown (Unitrade 16, 16i), mixed condition. Some small faults or flaws to be expected, many are sound and nicely centered stamps. Meticulously assembled over many years by an authority on the subject; an essential reference.

Est. $5,000+

666

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16,A remarkably select example of this difficult stamp from the First Printing (PO1A), displaying distinctive deep colour on fresh paper, very well centered for this notoriously difficult issue, ideal centrally struck, light four-ring numeral cancel. A key stamp very seldom encountered this nice, VF; 1993 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $9,000

667

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16,The sought-after first printing used, displaying the unmistakable dark rich shade, above average centering for the issue and with light unobtrusive cancellation, Fine+

Cat. $3,500

668

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16,A nice used single of the sought-after First Printing (PO1A), light unobtrusive cancellation, an attractive example, Fine

Cat. $3,500

669

CANADA - 3 CENTS 17e,A superbly centered used example with rich colour, intact perforations and neat concentric rings cancellation; a great stamp in premium quality, XF

Cat. $1,200+

670

CANADA - 3 CENTS 17iv,A well centered and large margined single with fresh colour, showing quite clearly the "String of Pearls" (Position 3) constant plate variety, light four-ring numeral cancel, F-VF (Unitrade 17iv)

Cat. $750

671

CANADA - 3 CENTS 17v,An unusually select used single, well centered within wide margins and showing the "Double Epaulette" (Position 61) plate variety, light diamond grid cancel. It would be hard to find a nicer example showing the variety, XF

Cat. $1,000+

672

CANADA - 3 CENTS 17, 17iii,Horizontal used pair with lovely colour, left stamp with "C" flaw and Major Re-entry (Pos. 29), traits clear of Prescott JY 6 65 split ring, Fine

Est. $200+

673

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1859 (September 11) Small cover mailed from Montreal to Richmond, Virginia bearing a 10c black brown, perf 11¾ from Printing Order 1A, with above average centering and incredible colour, lightly cancelled, clear Montreal SP 11 1859 double arc dispatch; faint pressed fold affects stamp, small part backflap missing, no backstamp as customary. An attractive and very scarce usage of the first printing on cover, Fine (Unitrade 16)

Est. $1,500+

674

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1867 (November 11) Cover from Kingston, C.W. to Altoona, Pennsylvania, bearing two 10c lake (PO 26A), right stamp shows large part ABNC imprint at top, tied by circular grids, clear Kingston split ring dispatch; light cover ageing and slightly reduced at right. An elusive double letter rate to the US; no backstamp as customary, F-VF (Unitrade 17, 17vii)

Est. $300+

675

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCix,Trial colour plate proof printed in black on india paper, seldom seen, VF

Cat. $650

676

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCv,Trial colour plate proof in black on india paper with elusive vertical SPECIMEN (Type A) overprint in carmine. Only one sheet was printed of which only 50 proofs received the Type A overprint, choice, VF

Cat. $650

677

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCvi,Trial colour plate proof printed in black on india paper with vertical SPECIMEN (Type B - thick unserifed letters) overprint in carmine. From the sole sheet printed, the last four columns (40 proofs) received Type B overprint; a lovely proof, VF

Cat. $800

678

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCii,Trial colour plate proof in blue on india paper, large even margins and showing vertical SPECIMEN overprint (Type A) in carmine; only 50 can exist, this example being particularly choice, XF

Cat. $400+

679

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCiii,Trial colour plate proof in blue on india paper, rich colour, showing the scarcer Type B (thick unserifed letters) vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine; only 40 examples can exist, F-VF

Cat. $750

680

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TC,Trial colour plate proof in blue green on india paper, complete ABNC imprint in right margin, XF

Cat. $300+

681

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCviii,Trial colour plate proof printed in orange yellow on india paper, brilliant fresh with large margins, XF

Cat. $500+

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18Pi, 18Pii,Two plate proof singles on india in shades of yellow green, vertical SPECIMEN overprints in carmine and in black, VF

682

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18Pi, 18Pii,Two plate proof singles on india in shades of yellow green, vertical SPECIMEN overprints in carmine and in black, VF

Cat. $650

683

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18Piii + variety,Plate proof single on india with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in black, also shows the Major Re-entry (Position 94) with prominent doubling above "GE" of POSTAGE, in first "E" of PENCE, etc., F-VF

Cat. $450+

684

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18iv,Reasonably centered used example showing the Major Re-entry (Position 94), the best known plate variety to be found on this denomination, light grid cancellation clear of its traits, F-VF

Cat. $600

685

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18vii,A bright fresh example showing Major Re-entry (Position 61) with its traits plainly visible and clear of light concentric rings, Fine

Cat. $300

686

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18vii,A nicely centered used example showing Major Re-entry (Position 61), light grid cancel, F-VF

Cat. $450

687

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18vi,A very scarce used single showing Horizontal Stitch Watermark variety at foot, minute perf flaws, central diamond grid cancel, Fine appearance (Unitrade cat. $2,000 as fine)

Est. $500+

688

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1862 (October 30) Yellow envelope from Lynedoch, C.W. to Victoria, Vancouver Island bearing pair of 12½c dark green (PO 7B), perf 11¾, minor faults, tied by blue split ring dispatch, second strike at left, additionally cancelled by manuscript, pays the 25c rate through Panama, backstamped Oakland OC 30, Delhi OC 30 and Paris GPO OC 31; cover with minor edge wrinkles and slightly reduced at right, a very scarce rate mailed during the colonial era of Vancouver Island (a separate British colony before merger with British Columbia in November 1866), Fine (Unitrade 18)

Expertization: 1999 Greene Foundation certificate

Literature: Listed in Table 2 Cover No. 2 in Arfken & Leggett "Canada's Decimal Era" book on page 115. One of fifteen reported 25-cent rate covers for the Panama route to Vancouver Island and British Columbia Mainland (effective from January 1862 to June 1864).

Of these 15 reported examples this is the EARLIEST DATED COVER bearing two 12½ cent stamps.

Est. $750+

689

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1866 (August 27) Cover from Québec to Halifax, endorsed "By Cunard Though Boston", bearing 12½c yellow green, perf 12 tied by light Quebec AU 27 66 duplex; on reverse oval "H" (Halifax) AU 30 receiver. A very scarce cover carried by railroad to Boston, then Cunard Packet to Halifax. Only nine such 12½c rate covers are recorded, this one being particularly choice, most appealing, VF (Unitrade 18)

Expertization: 1982 BPA certificate

Provenance: Charles Firby Gold Medal Collection, Harmers of New York, October 1982; Lot 97
Bill Lea Pence & Cents Postal History Collection, private sale

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Arfken & Leggett "Canada's Decimal Era" handbook on page 66-67 (Figure 6). Cover No. 8 in the census Table 1 - page 68.

Est. $2,000+

690

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1867 (March 7) Small cover bearing 12½c bright green, perf 12½ tied by Montreal duplex datestamp to England, with Bristol and Clifton MR 26 receiver backstamps, VF and pretty cover. (Unitrade 18)

Est. $200+

691

CANADA - 3 CENTS 19TCi,Trial colour plate proof printed in black on india paper, elusive, VF

Cat. $750

692

CANADA - 3 CENTS 19ii,The elusive Major Re-entry (Position 100), minute perf flaws, rich colour and very lightly cancelled which permits seeing the prominent doubling and other traits. A scarce and sought-after plate variety, Fine

Cat. $1,500+

693

CANADA - 3 CENTS 19iii,The elusive and short-lived "Burr over Shoulder" plate flaw (Position 7) which occurred just before the last printing order in February 1867, centered low with perforations clear of design on three sides, bright colour on fresh wove paper, used with light grid cancel. An important variety, difficult to find in sound condition, Fine

Cat. $1,500

694

CANADA - 3 CENTS 1867 (December 67) Blue folded cover from Québec to Victoriaville, Arthabaska county, bearing a well centered 2c carmine perf 12 tied by concentric rings, Québec CDS dispatch at right, next-day Arthabaska Station split ring receiver backstamp with filled-in "De 17" date, handstamped with instructional marking "UNCLAIMED"; light soiling, a very scarce double circular rate paid with a 2c single franking, Fine (Unitrade 20i)

Expertization: clear 1975 RPS of London certificate

A "FREE" imprint is visible on this provincial department stationery, as they were normally exempt from postage. Franking was required when the legislature was not in session.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lotted by denomination, in mounts on pages, diligently and meticulously identified (with years of research) in regard to colour / shade, impression, perforation, postmark, etc. Minor flaws are to be expected, many are sound F-VF. An endeavour that has taken years of effort.

One Cent - Printing Orders - 1859-1867

Lot of 35 stamps, more than three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 14 shades / printings)

695

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lotted by denomination, in mounts on pages, diligently and meticulously identified (with years of research) in regard to colour / shade, impression, perforation, postmark, etc. Minor flaws are to be expected, many are sound F-VF. An endeavour that has taken years of effort.

One Cent - Printing Orders - 1859-1867

Lot of 35 stamps, more than three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 14 shades / printings)

Est. $750+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 34 stamps, more than three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 15 shades / printings)

696

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 34 stamps, more than three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 15 shades / printings)

Cat. $350+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 77 stamps (PO2B/26C), over twenty-percent with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 17 shades / printings)

697

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 77 stamps (PO2B/26C), over twenty-percent with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 17 shades / printings)

Est. $2,500+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 47 stamps, more than two-thirds with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 18 shades / printings)

698

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 47 stamps, more than two-thirds with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 18 shades / printings)

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 16 stamps, several with legible to very clear postmarks. (Unitrade 19 shades / printings)

699

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 16 stamps, several with legible to very clear postmarks. (Unitrade 19 shades / printings)

Est. $750+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 15 stamps, about three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 20 shades / printings)

700

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 15 stamps, about three-quarters with legible to very clear datestamps. (Unitrade 20 shades / printings)

Est. $750+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Nice lot of 24 mostly different proofs, a couple with full ABNC imprint in margin. Minor india flaws but many are sound examples, close to large margins. Noted #16P, 16Pii, 16TCii, 18TCiv - the rare Type C (stain at UL, touching frame at foot) only ten known, 19Pii, 19TCii, etc.

701

CANADA - 3 CENTS Nice lot of 24 mostly different proofs, a couple with full ABNC imprint in margin. Minor india flaws but many are sound examples, close to large margins. Noted #16P, 16Pii, 16TCii, 18TCiv - the rare Type C (stain at UL, touching frame at foot) only ten known, 19Pii, 19TCii, etc.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 19 varieties including 1c "E" Flaw (3), "Q" Flaw "1c", Misplaced Entry (Pos 28), Major Re-entry (Pos 58); 5c Log in Waterfall (2), Rock in Waterfall; 10c Double Epaulette (2), String of Pearls, Major Re-entries (Pos 29 & 51), "C" Flaw (2); 12½c Major Re-entry (Pos 94), 17c Re-entry (Pos 5), each item with illustration of the variety. Also stitch watermark varieties (hard to see) on 5c & 17c both unlisted. Minor flaws to very fine; an elusive group ideal for a specialist. (Unitrade 14iv/19iv)

702

CANADA - 3 CENTS Lot of 19 varieties including 1c "E" Flaw (3), "Q" Flaw "1c", Misplaced Entry (Pos 28), Major Re-entry (Pos 58); 5c Log in Waterfall (2), Rock in Waterfall; 10c Double Epaulette (2), String of Pearls, Major Re-entries (Pos 29 & 51), "C" Flaw (2); 12½c Major Re-entry (Pos 94), 17c Re-entry (Pos 5), each item with illustration of the variety. Also stitch watermark varieties (hard to see) on 5c & 17c both unlisted. Minor flaws to very fine; an elusive group ideal for a specialist. (Unitrade 14iv/19iv)

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Twelve covers - includes 1c local drop and circulars addressed domestically and one to USA; 5c domestic, plus one to N.B. and one to N.S.; 10c deep red purple on NO 25 1859 to USA; 10c double weight to N.B.; 12½c to Scotland and another to Ireland; 17c to England and to Scotland; and a newspaper masthead, latter franked with a 1c tied by four-ring

703

CANADA - 3 CENTS Twelve covers - includes 1c local drop and circulars addressed domestically and one to USA; 5c domestic, plus one to N.B. and one to N.S.; 10c deep red purple on NO 25 1859 to USA; 10c double weight to N.B.; 12½c to Scotland and another to Ireland; 17c to England and to Scotland; and a newspaper masthead, latter franked with a 1c tied by four-ring '13' (Galt) cancel to Dundas. Minor flaws on some, mainly F-VF

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 3 CENTS Sixteen used singles including shades / printings such as 10c chocolate brown (Unitrade 16i; PO1B, tiny perf flaws) and maroon (PO2), various perforation gauges on 1c/17c; and a basic set of plate proofs of pence issues (4P/9P).

704

CANADA - 3 CENTS Sixteen used singles including shades / printings such as 10c chocolate brown (Unitrade 16i; PO1B, tiny perf flaws) and maroon (PO2), various perforation gauges on 1c/17c; and a basic set of plate proofs of pence issues (4P/9P).

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14TCi-19TCi,The complete set of five trial colour plate proofs printed in black on india paper (the 2c Queen Victoria, issued in 1864, does not exist in black), each with lovely colour on fresh paper, ample to mostly large margins; a scarce set, VF-XF; the 17c with 2014 Greene Foundation cert.

705

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14TCi-19TCi,The complete set of five trial colour plate proofs printed in black on india paper (the 2c Queen Victoria, issued in 1864, does not exist in black), each with lovely colour on fresh paper, ample to mostly large margins; a scarce set, VF-XF; the 17c with 2014 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $3,000

706

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14Pii,A large margined plate proof single in issued colour on india, diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in black, a difficult proof to find this nice, choice XF

Cat. $500+

707

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14,An unused example with noticeably superior centering, rich colour, a lovely stamp in premium condition, XF

Cat. $1,000+

708

CANADA - 3 CENTS 14,An attractive and sound used block of four with bright colour and ideal light concentric rings cancels, Fine+

Est. $350+

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15TC, 15TCi,Trial colour plate proof singles in orange vermilion and in orange brownish-red, on card mounted india paper, latter with part left sheet margin, VF

709

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15TC, 15TCi,Trial colour plate proof singles in orange vermilion and in orange brownish-red, on card mounted india paper, latter with part left sheet margin, VF

Cat. $500

710

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15a,A very scarce imperforate single on the distinctive wove stamp paper, characteristic colour and impression associated with this key imperforate and displaying ample to large margins, the number of surviving examples is small indeed - to the best of our knowledge only three blocks of four, fewer pairs and the odd single exist, VF (Unitrade cat. $27,500 for a pair)

Est. $2,000+

711

CANADA - 3 CENTS 15c,A used block of five in the very early rich shade on bright fresh paper, couple short perfs but in otherwise remarkably sound condition, light four-ring numeral cancels (possibly '43'), Fine and scarce

Est. $350+

712

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16TCiii,"Goodall" Die Proof, engraved and printed in vermilion on india paper, from the Compound Die (with the scarred die of the 12p), tiny tone spot at lower left, very large margins all around, VF+

Est. $2,500+

713

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16TC,Trial colour plate proof in black on india paper; difficult to find, VF

Cat. $400

714

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16TCi,Trial colour plate proof in black on india, diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, VF; 2013 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $450

715

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16Pi,Plate proof block on india paper in the intended colour of the first printing with vertical SPECIMEN overprint in carmine, hint of toning at lower left, otherwise VF

Cat. $1,800

716

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16Pii,Plate proof single on india with diagonal SPECIMEN overprint in carmine; bright and fresh with ample margins, VF

Cat. $600

717

CANADA - 3 CENTS 16,The scarce first printing with true rich colour on bright fresh white paper, perforations well clear on three sides and nicely cancelled with part four-ring numeral; a key stamp, Fine

Cat. $3,500

718

CANADA - 3 CENTS 17,Used block in a lovely shade, wrinkling at top left and pulled perf on lower left stamp, used with partly distinct four-ring numeral cancels; a scarce used block of Fine appearance

Est. $350+

719

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCi,Trial colour plate proof pair in blue on india paper, part sheet margin at top, tiny margin cut between proofs, radiant colour and not often seen, VF

Cat. $1,000

720

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCi,Trial colour plate proof in blue on india paper; an elusive coloured proof, VF

Cat. $500

721

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCii,Trial colour plate proof in blue on india with vertical SPECIMEN overprint (Type A) in carmine, brilliant fresh and VF; 2014 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $400

722

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCii,Trial colour plate proof in dark blue on india, vertical SPECIMEN overprint (Type A) in carmine, in choice condition, VF+; 2014 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $400

723

CANADA - 3 CENTS 18TCv,Superb trial colour plate proof in black on india paper with part sheet margin at left, vertical SPECIMEN overprint (Type A) in carmine, XF

Cat. $650+

724

CANADA - 3 CENTS 20,Quite well centered mint block displaying lovely fresh colour and clear impression, pressed crease at right, couple short perfs, overall disturbed OG. Few blocks (in any condition) remain intact, this one is particularly attractive, F-VF (Unitrade cat. $2,200 as unused) ex. Fred Jarrett (December 1959; Lot 388)

Est. $750+

725

CANADA - 3 CENTS 20b,A lovely imperforate pair in the distinctive bright shade on wove stamp paper, large margined which is a challenge on this particular imperforate; very scarce this nice, VF

Cat. $5,000

726

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Engraved BABN Die Proof of the adopted portrait employed for the Large Queen series, very rare and of great aesthetic beauty, perhaps one or two others exist, small mount mark at top, on india paper measuring 33 x 49mm. A wonderful frontispiece to any Large Queen collection, VF

We know of two other examples (Brigham & Hillson) but on somewhat smaller surface size india paper, approximately 34-38mm by 36-37mm.

This vignette was originally engraved by Charles Henry Jeens (Perkins Bacon) and subsequently re-engraved for the purpose of this series of stamps by Alfred Jones of the newly formed British American Bank Note Company.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 21-29,The complete set of seven plate proofs in issued colours on white card, each with large margins and bright fresh colours, the 15 cent is a pair. A superior set, XF (Unitrade cat. $7,250)

727

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 21-29,The complete set of seven plate proofs in issued colours on white card, each with large margins and bright fresh colours, the 15 cent is a pair. A superior set, XF (Unitrade cat. $7,250)

Est. $2,000+

728

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 21ii, iv, ix,Top margin strip of four showing complete "HALF CENT" counter, Positions 1-4 from the plate of 100 subjects, rich colour, full streaky original gum (mid-1870s), Fine+ NH

An appealing multiple showing Re-entry at Position 1 (doubling in top left scroll and left frame); line above "P" of "POSTAGE" at Position 2 and Spur variety Positions 1-3

Est. $500+

729

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 21i variety,A superb example on a distinctive paper, unlike other known paper types found on the half cent, characteristics similar to the soft white "blotting" paper, neat concentric rings IN RED. A fabulous stamp for the specialist, VF+

Est. $250+

730

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1877 (May 15) An appealing cover mailed unsealed from Spring Hill Mines, NS to Shinemeca's Bridge, bearing a single ½p black on medium horizontal wove, perf 11½x12, showing spur in scroll left of "H" variety, tied by superb radial cork cancel and further by clear Spring Hill Mines MY 15 77 dispatch split ring CDS, neat Goose River MY 16 transit and same-day receiver backstamp. Pays a rare, half cent unsealed circular rate (under one ounce). Fewer than ten are reported in the Wayne Smith census (end of 2021). This cover ranks among the very finest and most desirable, VF+ (Unitrade 21a, iv)

Expertization: 1966 RPS of London certificate

Est. $1,500+

731

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1876 (July 29) Manila envelope with M.H. Richey Jr. Foreign Stamp Importer remarkably franked with a pair of ½c black on medium horizontal wove paper, perf 11½x12, small tear at right, mailed unsealed at the One cent printed matter rate to the US. Tied by Halifax JY 29 duplex, light U.S. JUL 31 PAID circular marking on front. Almost all circular rate covers to the U.S. are either franked with a single 1c - this is ONE OF ONLY TWO KNOWN examples bearing half cent stamps. A great rarity and an ideal showpiece, VF (Unitrade 21a)

Est. $500+

732

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1876 (September 19) An impressive circular rate cover mailed unsealed to Birmingham, England from M.H. Richey Jr. Foreign Stamp Importer, franked with a well centered strip of three and single ½c black on medium horizontal wove paper, perf 11½x12, neatly tied by Halifax duplex; paying a very scarce Two cent circular rate to the UK - this particular franking is currently UNREPORTED in the census compiled by Wayne Smith (end of 2021). Neat circular Paid Liverpool Br Packet 30 SP 76 transit datestamp in red at left, arrival backstamp was struck between unsealed flap and envelope (subsequently sealed). A fabulous non-letter rate franking to the UK. A dozen two cent circular / printed matter rate covers are reported, mostly franked with a single 2c - this multiple half cent franking is the first we have seen, VF (Unitrade 21a) ex. Bertram Collection of Canada (February 1959; Lot 314)

Est. $1,000+

733

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (July 20) Orange envelope mailed to Burlington, Vermont, with a most unusual franking consisting of two ½c black, a single 1c brown and a pair of 2c green, all early printings on thin paper, pen cancelled, partially legible Inkerman, U.C. JY 20 68 split ring dispatch, small cover tear at top; Iroquois JY 20, Prescott JY 21 68 transit backstamps. Pays a then current 6c letter rate to the US, ONLY ONE OTHER SUCH FRANKING has been reported, an interesting cover that really stands out, Fine (Unitrade 21c, 22b, 24b)

Est. $350+

734

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22b,A lovely mint example with bright colour, intact perforations with a few uncleared perf discs often associated with this printing, Fine H

Cat. $1,000

735

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22b,An appealing horizontal strip of three of the first printing, deep rich colour and neat oval mute grid cancels of Nova Scotia, a lovely F-VF strip; ex. "Victoria" Collection (July 1981; Lot 28)

Est. $350+

736

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22b,Used single with centrally struck, very clear, Hamilton AP 2 1868 datestamp; corner creases not apparent from the front, light soiling, Fine appearance with a VF Second Day of Issue postmark.

Est. $200+

737

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22a,An exceptionally well centered example showing watermark "CL" letters of "CLUTHA MILLS", bright colour and nice sharp concentric rings cancel, XF

Cat. $700+

738

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22ii,A remarkably choice used single on fresh, vertical mesh wove paper, with fresh colour and superb centering, ideal light grid cancel, XF

Cat. $250+

739

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 31,A nice used single of this distinctive paper type, characteristic deep colour and impression, small flaws on reverse only, attractively struck with a clear two-ring '52' cancel of St. Hyacinthe, F-VF appearance (Unitrade cat. $9,250)

Est. $1,500+

740

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 23,A remarkable used single displaying an amazing, socked-on-nose radial segmented cork cancel, single short perf at right, F-VF with XF strike

Est. $200+

741

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 23,A lovely used example with a well struck fancy "2" cancel of Toronto (Lacelle 33, circa. November-December 1869), F-VF with VF+ strike

Est. $200+

742

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (April 17) Unsealed envelope mailed within Nova Scotia from Berwick to Annapolis, bearing a well centered 1c brown red on the distinctive thin hard crisp paper, tied by oval mute grid cancel; on reverse partially clear Berwick, NS dispatch and clear Annapolis AP 17 1868 receiver. A particularly early usage (first day was April 1st) paying the unsealed circular rate, attractive, VF (Unitrade 22b)

Est. $250+

743

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (May 17) A fresh folded Freight printed circular from Saint John to Wiscasset, Maine, bearing a nicely centered 1c brown on Bothwell paper unusually tied by central Saint John, NB double arc dispatch; paying the one cent printed matter / circular rate to the US, no backstamp as customary, VF (Unitrade 22ii)

Est. $200+

744

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (September 19) Folded printed "prices current" circular franked with a well centered 1c brown red on medium horizontal wove paper, tied by clear dotted cancel of St. John, NB with dispatch CDS at left, sent to Annapolis, Nova Scotia, VF and choice (Unitrade 22)

Est. $150+

745

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (November 7) New Brunswick Tack and Shoe Nail Factory advertising cover of Saint John, NB with all-over printed text advertising on reverse (includes advertising enclosure), mailed unsealed to Annapolis, NS with a nicely centered 1c brown red on medium wove paper, couple shorter perfs, tied by dotted cancel, Saint John dispatch at centre, pays the 1c unsealed circular rate, very attractive, VF (Unitrade 22)

Est. $250+

746

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (February 10) An appealing local drop letter rate cover paid with a 1c deep orange tied by Montreal FE 10 69 duplex; tear on backflap but a fresh, clean cover. One of the earliest usages of the revised colour (change from brown red) on cover, which reportedly came into circulation in late January 1869, VF (Unitrade 23a)

Est. $300+

747

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Front page of folded periodical with "The Monthly Farmers Advocate" masthead and London (Ontario), May 1869 dateline, bearing a single 1c yellow orange tied by superb two-ring '6' cancel; pays the non-letter periodical publisher rate of 1c per four ounces to Guelph, very attractive, F-VF (Unitrade 23)

Est. $250+

748

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (April 18) Yellow cover bearing pair and single 1c brown red on medium wove paper tied by oval mute grids, small cover tear at top; on reverse Kingston, NB double arc dispatch, Ossekeag transit and neat Hampton Ferry AP 19 receiver. A striking cover mailed during the third week of issue, paying the newly reduced 3c domestic letter rate, F-VF (Unitrade 22)

Est. $250+

749

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (February 5) Clean cover bearing 1c orange and a 2c dark green on soft white "blotting" paper, latter with crease, tied by superb oval mute grid cancel, well-struck Clements-Port double arc dispatch, pays 3c domestic letter rate to Halifax with oval "H" (Halifax) FE 7 1870 backstamp, a lovely cover, VF (Unitrade 23a, 24iii)

Provenance: S.J. Menich, Firby Auctions, June 2000; Lot 20

Est. $250+

750

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (April 1) Folded cover from Halifax to Ragged Islands with an appealing franking of a pair and single 1c yellow orange on medium wove paper, nicely tied by clear Halifax duplex, partial AP 5 receiver backstamp, VF (Unitrade 23)

Est. $350+

751

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1872 (October) Cover from New Brunswick to Nova Scotia bearing three 1c orange yellow on medium wove paper cancelled by oval mute grids, undated double arc Clinch's Mills, NB at left; clear St. John OC 4 7 and two partial NS transit / receiver backstamps. Light cover crease upper left, an appealing late usage multiple franking originating from a very small community that still held stocks of Large Queen stamps, F-VF (Unitrade 23) ex. "Victoria" Collection (July 1981; Lot 147)

Est. $300+

752

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (August 9) Registered cover from the well known Jesse Hoyt correspondence from Windsor, N.S. to Acadia Mines, New Glasgow, bearing a well centered vertical pair of 1c brown red and single 3c red on medium wove paper tied by partly legible two-ring '43' cancels, Windsor split ring dispatch, backstamped oval "H" (Halifax) AU 9 1869 transit and light New Glasgow AU 10 double arc receiver; a very scarce franking paying the 3c domestic letter rate plus 2c registration paid with stamps, VF (Unitrade 22, 25)

Est. $500+

753

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (May 4) Small envelope bearing a mixed-issue franking - 5c Beaver and 1c brown red Large Queen on medium wove paper, pen cancelled, West Brome, L.C. double arc dispatch with filled-in "May 4th 1868" date, couple transit backstamps, paying the newly reduced 6c letter rate to the US (effective April 1st, 1868); cover soiled and slightly reduced at right, Fine; clear 2001 BPA cert. (Unitrade 15, 22)

Est. $500+

754

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 24iv,A precisely centered mint block displaying the distinctive bright shade and impression associated with this paper type, showing prominent vertical mesh, some split perfs at top strengthened by a hinge, brilliant colour, large part OG with light disturbance. One of the best centered blocks one can hope to find, VF+ (Unitrade cat. $12,000)

Est. $4,000+

755

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 24b,A fresh and quite well centered mint single, characteristic colour and paper of the first printing, a few uncleared perf discs; a nice stamp, F-VF H

Cat. $2,000

756

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 24iii,A very scarce unused example of this distinctive paper type, printed in a noticeably bright shade with sharp impression, a challenging stamp to find in sound condition, F-VF

Cat. $2,250

757

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 24iii, v,A visually striking, well centered example of the Major Re-entry (Position 7) with line in "D" of "CANADA" clearly visible from the characteristic sharp impression found on difficult Duckworth Paper 8, hinge thin and blunt perfs at bottom left, neat two-ring '4' cancel of Halifax, VF appearance.

Est. $250+

758

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 24,1870 (May 10) Orange envelope mailed unsealed from Wolfville to Brooklyn Street, Cornwallis, NS, within the same County, franked with a very rare diagonally bisected 2c green on Bothwell paper, just tied by light oval mute grid cancel and legible double arc dispatch; small cover nick at lower left. Pays the 1c unsealed circular rate. A major rarity of the Large Queen series - and the finer of only three known single 2c bisect covers, F-VF (Unitrade 24c)

Provenance: Gerald Firth, Sissons Sale 305, November 1971; Lot 113

Census: The Large Queen cover census compiled by Wayne Smith (end of 2021), records only three covers with a single usage of the 2c bisect for one cent rate; another four examples exist with se-tenant bisect + single 2c for 3c domestic letter rate. All are rarities.

Listed in H.E. & H.W. Duckworth "The Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" (second edition), page 144, Table IV-2 - Examples of Bisects of the 2 cent Large Queen.

Expertization: 1989 BPA and 2007 Greene Foundation certificates, detailed report from the latter enclosed.

Although not authorized by the Canadian Post Office, the bisecting of stamps continued to be tolerated in Nova Scotia after Confederation.

Est. $3,500+

759

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (October 20) Envelope with most of backflap missing, mailed from Port William Station to Brooklyn Street (no post office), Cornwallis, within the same County, sent at the 1c printed matter rate to the same individual and address as the previous lot. Franked with a very rare diagonal bisect of the 2c green on medium wove paper superbly struck by an unusual oval segmented cork cancel, split ring dispatch at left; docketing at sides and cover tears. One of only three known single bisect usages of the 2 cent Large Queen extant, Fine (Unitrade 24c; cat. $6,500)

Expertization: 1989 BPA and 2007 Greene Foundation certificates, detailed report from the latter enclosed.

Est. $1,000+

760

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1873 (January 23) Statistical Returns with preprinted addressee, franked with a 2c emerald green on medium wove paper, cancelled by central concentric rings, dispatched St. George de Windsor, CE split ring CDS with filled-in date, Danville transit and Quebec receiver backstamps; boxed "Vincent G. Greene Collection" backstamp. A scarce double circular rate, VF (Unitrade 24i)

Est. $300+

761

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (June 15) A clean white envelope mailed within same County from Clementsport to Granville, NS, paying the very scarce 2c County rate with a single 2c green on Bothwell paper tied by oval mute grid, also just tied by double arc dispatch; Annapolis transit backstamp. Among the choicest single-franking County rate covers in existence, VF (Unitrade 24iv)

Expertization: 1960 RPS of London certificate (as 2c grass green, thin crisp paper)

Literature: Discussed and illustrated in H.E. & H.W. Duckworth "The Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" (Second Edition), pages 147-149 (Figure IV-7).

Census: Only seven single-franking 2 cent Colonial County rate covers have been recorded. Although unpublicized, the rate continued after April 1st, 1868 in Nova Scotia. A beautiful example of this on-going postal practice.

Est. $750+

762

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (October 2) Small cover from Clements-Port, NS to Digby, bearing 2c deep green on medium wove paper and 1c brown red on Bothwell paper, latter with small corner crease, centrally struck oval mute grid, backflap missing, still a beautiful cover, VF (Unitrade 22ii, 24)

Digby, about 20km from Clementsport, is situated just outside Annapolis County where the cover originated. An ideal companion to 2c County rate cover (see Lot 761) that also originated from Clementsport.

Est. $200+

763

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (April 1) Cover from Thurso, L.C. to Vankleek Hills (one year to the day after Large Queens were issued), paying the 3c domestic letter rate with a 1c brown red on Bothwell paper, tiny corner crease and a scarce 2c dark green on distinctive soft white "blotting" paper, cancelled by clear concentric rings, neat double arc dispatch at left; on reverse Grenville, L'Orignal transits,Vankleek Hills AP 5 1869 receiver, F-VF (Unitrade 22ii, 24iii)

Est. $250+

764

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (May 12) Orange envelope in pristine condition from the well-known Jesse Hoyt correspondence, bearing an impressive franking of 1c brown red on medium wove paper and two singles of the elusive 2c bright blue green on distinctive soft white "blotting" paper, left stamp with large part BABN imprint in left margin. All superbly tied by sharp and complete oval mute grid cancels; equally superb Shubenacadie double arc dispatch, sent registered to Pictou at 3c domestic letter rate plus 2c registration. One of the most visually striking Large Queen covers one can hope to find - spectacular in all respects, XF (Unitrade 22, 24iii)

This cover was acquired privately by owner during the 1960s; it was last offered publicly at the famous Fred Jarrett auction more than 60 years ago!

Provenance: Fred Jarrett, Sissons Sale 172, February 1960; Lot 178 - sold then for an impressive $500.

Est. $1,000+

765

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (August 19) Neat cover mailed from Pictou, NS to River Bourgeois in Cape Breton, bearing 2c dark green and 3c red, both with deep rich colour on coarser white wove paper, tied by oval mute grids; on reverse Pictou dispatch, Antigonish transit and Cape Breton receiver. Although no indication of registration is visible, we believe the cover was sent registered - the 3c stamp for the domestic postage and the 2c for registration, VF (Unitrade 24, 25)

Est. $250+

766

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 25,An elusive used block, top right stamp with expertly repaired corner, fresh and nicely centered block, few exist, VF appearance.

H.E. & H.W. Duckworth in "The Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" handbook (second edition; page 93) record only four used blocks of four.

Est. $500+

767

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 25b,A well centered single with clear MR 31 1868 postmark (appears to be Ottawa) that predates the April 1st First Day of Issue of the Large Queen series, tiny perf flaws, very scarce, VF

Est. $300+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (April 1) First Day Cover mailed from Halifax to Diligent River, N.S. bearing a 3c orange red on thin paper, small perf flaws, light oval mute grid cancel, cover with light soiling; reverse postmarked with oval "H" (Halifax) AP 1 1868 CDS on first day of issue along with neat double oval Wolfville APR 2 1868 and double arc Parrsboro AP 3 1868 transits. A very scarce Large Queen FDC; carried on an unusual route across the Bay of Fundy, Fine (Unitrade 25b)

768

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (April 1) First Day Cover mailed from Halifax to Diligent River, N.S. bearing a 3c orange red on thin paper, small perf flaws, light oval mute grid cancel, cover with light soiling; reverse postmarked with oval "H" (Halifax) AP 1 1868 CDS on first day of issue along with neat double oval Wolfville APR 2 1868 and double arc Parrsboro AP 3 1868 transits. A very scarce Large Queen FDC; carried on an unusual route across the Bay of Fundy, Fine (Unitrade 25b)

Est. $500+

769

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (April 6) Clean, small envelope mailed to Dorchester, NB, a very early use of the 3c red on medium horizontal wove paper - the first week of issue, tied by oval mute grid, clear Sackville AP 6 1868 double arc dispatch, attractive, VF (Unitrade 25)

Est. $150+

770

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (October 12) A choice, fresh yellow envelope franked with pair of 3c red on medium wove paper neatly tied by oval mute grids, superb Gagetown, NB OC 12 1868 double arc dispatch at top, pays the then current 6c letter rate to Boston, very pretty, VF+ (Unitrade 25)

Est. $200+

771

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (circa) Rubber Bucket Chain Pump & Girl illustrated advertising cover from Lawrencetown, Annapolis County, N.S., imprinted "New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island Division", mailed at Fredericton, NB bearing two different printings of the 3c red; left stamp on soft white "blotting" paper and right on medium wove, both tied by superb two-ring '11' cancels, small cover repair, pays a double domestic letter rate to Hants County, appealing, VF (Unitrade 25, 25iii)

Est. $500+

772

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (November 25) Clean envelope sent to Maine with pair of 3c red on medium wove paper tied by 2-ring '37' cancel (RF 8 - rare) of Amherst, Nova Scotia with double arc dispatch at left, VF (Unitrade 25) ex. Harry Lussey (August 1980; Lot 147)

Est. $200+

773

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (January 17) Cover to St. John's bearing 3c red pair on medium wove paper, minor perf flaws on right stamp, oval mute grid cancels, partly legible dispatch CDS just ties stamp, backstamped St. John, NB, oval "H" (Halifax) transits and St. John's FE 17 1870 receiver; cover with slight soiling and small fault at right. Shortpays by 6½c the then current 12½c letter rate (coincidentally the reduced 6c rate to the UK took effect January 1, 1870). The Wayne Smith cover census lists one cover to Newfoundland franked with two 3c Large Queens. A very rare and unusual item for an advanced collection, F-VF (Unitrade 25)

Provenance: Harry Lussey, Maresch Sale 118, August 1980; Lot 162

Est. $1,000+

774

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 26,Trial colour plate proof in dark blue on vertical mesh wove paper, large margins, VF and appealing.

Est. $500+

775

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1879 (October 24) Cover mailed from Halifax to Mile Gully, Jamaica, an early UPU 5c letter rate; no authorized UPU surtax applied - an exception as it was then not yet levied and / or letter originated from Halifax; the provisional 5c olive green on vertical wove paper tied by clear Halifax duplex, minor faults to stamp and cover. On reverse Kingston, Jamaica NO 20 transit, light strikes of Mile Gully NO 21 receiver on front and back. A very rare Large Queen cover to Jamaica, Fine (Unitrade 26)

Est. $750+

776

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 27ii,A select example of this elusive paper type with amazing sharp impression on the characteristic soft white paper, nicely centered, VF

Cat. $1,250

777

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (July 5) Small envelope mailed from Annapolis, Nova Scotia, paying the 3 cent domestic letter rate with a diagonal bisect of the 6c brown neatly tied by oval mute grid, clear double arch dispatch datestamp ideally struck at left; faint toning, small opening tear at top. Addressed to Pictou with clear JY 7 69 split ring arrival backstamp. A very scarce and visually striking Large Queen bisect cover, Fine+ (Unitrade 27d)

Provenance: Maresch Sale 92, May 1977; Lot 418 - described as "A choice and extremely fine cover"

Census: Number 6 in H.E & H.W. Duckworth "Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" handbook, second edition, page 145.

Although not authorized for payment of postage, the practice of bisecting stamps that was widely accepted during Colonial period in Nova Scotia, was at times tolerated after Confederation.

Est. $1,500+

778

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (September 13) Small attractive cover endorsed "Cunard Steamer" (via New York) and franked with 2c green and 6c brown, perf flaws from placement near edge, tied by Montreal duplex, clear London PAID 27 SP 70 CDS in red. A clean, fresh cover, pays 6c postage plus 2c Cunard Line surtax (effective January 1st, 1870), F-VF (Unitrade 24, 27v)

Est. $350+

779

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (October 20) A visually striking cover mailed from River John, NS via Halifax to London, England, bearing two well centered 6c dark brown (Plate 1) and a 1c brown red on thin paper, cancelled by two different mute grids; on reverse partial River John, NS OC 20 1868 dispatch, oval "H" (Halifax) OC 21 transit. Partial London PAID CDS in red. A remarkable and highly unusual Allan Line rate, overpaying by a half cent the required 12½ cents. THE ONLY KNOWN SUCH FRANKING TO THE UNITED KINGDOM, F-VF (Unitrade 22b, 27b)

Est. $500+

780

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28,A rarely seen used block of eight, one of only two known (only one larger exists - a block of 15, according to Duckworth handbook). Small perforation faults, split perfs at right strengthened by hinges and a few tone spots. A rare intact used multiple, Fine appearance

Est. $750+

781

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28,A seldom seen used multiple, one of only two known used blocks of eight, bold cork cancellations, small flaws on three stamps not readily apparent, some split perfs sensibly reinforced, an impressive and rare multiple with F-VF appearance.

Est. $600+

782

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28a,A rare used block with partially legible OC 30 68 duplex, showing nearly complete "& G. B" and "LUTH" letters of the papermaker's two-line "E. & G. BOTHWELL / CLUTHA MILLS" watermark, light crease on left pair, couple minute sealed tears. A wonderful multiple for an advanced collection - we do not recall seeing another watermarked used block, Fine+

Provenance: Christie Clark Large Queen, Sissons Sale 273, July 1968; Lot 284 - described as "possibly unique".

Est. $1,000+

783

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28vi variety,A rare used single showing unusually pronounced VERTICAL STITCH WATERMARK variety, fluid is not needed to see it, lightly cancelled and Fine

Unitrade catalogue only list a horizontal stitch watermark variety.

Est. $500+

784

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (December 31) Clean, fresh folded cover endorsed "P Canadian Packet", bearing a well centered 12½c blue on Bothwell paper lightly tied by grid, shows large part of "MIL" watermark letters, Toronto split ring dispatch, pays the Allen Line rate to Scotland and struck on arrival by neat unframed Glasgow Packet PAID JA 13 1869 marking. An attractive and elusive usage of a watermarked stamp on cover, VF (Unitrade 28a)

Est. $500+

785

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1869 (Late April) Blue envelope from Toronto to Dublin, Ireland, franked with 3c red and 12½c dark blue tied by clear two-ring '2' cancels of Toronto, faint dispatch CDS overstruck in transit by London PAID 11 MY 69 CDS in red, partially legible H.&K. PACT MY 11 1869 split ring transit backstamp applied by Holyhead and Kingston Packet which carried mail across the Irish Sea. Overpaid by a half cent for the 15c via New York on the Bremen Line rate, F-VF (Unitrade 25, 28)

Provenance: Fred Jarrett, Sissons Sale 172, February 1960; Lot 368

The Wayne Smith Large Queen cover census reports only eight covers bearing this franking, seven to England and one to Ireland.

Est. $3,000+

786

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (December) An exceptional cover to Switzerland with dark blue embossed seal Department of Public Works "Crown" Canada on backflap, hexagonal departmental Public Works Canada handstamp and initialed on obverse, endorsed "Per Cunard" (went by Canadian Packet instead) and impressively franked with 1c deep brown red on thin paper alongside with a vertical pair of 12½c blue on medium wove paper, attractively tied by four-ring '627' cancels, London PAID 24 DE 68 transit and oval "PD" handstamp in red, backstamped by Chur 26.XII.68 receiver. A fabulous, one-of-a-kind Large Queen, Four-Ring Numeral cancelled cover, VF (Unitrade 22b, 28)

The Large Queen cover census (end of 2021) records only six covers to Switzerland solely franked with Large Queen and another five with mixed Large & Small Queens. All display different frankings with postal rates ranging from 10c to 34c.

Est. $5,000+

787

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30d,A well centered example of this rarity, showing clearly papermaker's watermark "iri" letters and small portion of the top curve of capital "P", central grid cancel, hint of soiling and couple trivial shorter perfs at top, nevertheless one of the best centered examples one can hope to find, VF (Unitrade cat. $10,000)

Est. $2,500+

788

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30d,An appealing used example of the rare Pirie watermark, with clear, large portion of "So" letters from papermaker's "Alexr. Pirie & Sons" watermark, uncleared perf discs at left, centered high which is characteristic of many of the examples we have examined, tiny sealed tear at top, beautiful fresh colour and impression, Halifax JY 2 76 duplex, Fine (Unitrade cat. $4,000) ex. Stanley Cohen (April 1987; Lot 1357)

Est. $750+

789

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30c,An unusually nice example of this difficult stamp, well centered and in flawless condition which is very hard to find on this particularly fragile stamp, full intact perforations all around, bold colour on bright white paper, neat segmented cork cancellation; it would be a challenge to find a nicer example, VF

Cat. $2,000

790

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1868 (July 27) Blue cover endorsed "Via New York" mailed from Hamilton to Ramsgate bearing a single-franking of an early printing 15c red lilac on medium wove paper perf 12, tied by clear Hamilton duplex, Ramsgate AU 9 68 CDS receiver on back; small tears at top of cover. A fine and elusive 15c Cunard Line rate to England. (Unitrade 29b)

Est. $500+

791

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1896 (July 24) Amber envelope mailed registered to Strasbourg, Alsace (France) with in-period single-franking 15c blue grey on vertical wove paper perf 12, tied by light oval "R" registry handstamp and Montreal precursor squared circle (additional strikes on back), Strassburg 3/8 96 CDS receiver; stamp with minor flaws, cover with crease at top. Despite the imperfections, a very rare usage of a 15c Large Queen paying a double weight (10c) UPU letter rate plus 5c registration fee to France, Fine (Unitrade 30b)

Est. $1,000+

792

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Undated Parcel Post wrapper in noticeably clean condition, light folds away from franking of a well centered pair of 15c blue grey on medium horizontal wove paper, alongside 5c green RLS, both tied by straightline REGISTERED handstamps; pays a 30c (6c per 4 ounces; effective April 1879) five-fold parcel post rate plus 5c registration fee, to St. Joseph de Beauce; very scarce and of great visual appeal - the only such franking reported in the Wayne Smith Large Queen cover census, a great item for the specialist, VF (Unitrade 30b, F2)

Provenance: Guy des Rivières, Maresch Sale 159, September 1983; Lot 892

Est. $750+

793

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1871 (October 12) A large Parcel Post wrapper fragment bearing Large Queen 6c yellow brown and 15c deep reddish purple horizontal strip of three plus Small Queen 1c orange & 3c rose First Ottawa printings, tied by neat segmented corks and straightline REGISTERED handstamps, from Pembroke, Ont with split ring dispatch at left; a few trivial perf flaws. Pays a remarkable quadruple Parcel Post rate (four times 12½c) plus the required prepaid 5c registration fee for parcel post (as of April 1, 1868). A wonderful showpiece, F-VF (Unitrade 27a, 29b, 35ii, 37a)

Provenance: Guy des Rivières, Maresch Sale 159, September 1983; Lot 891

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in H.E. & H.W. Duckworth "The Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" (second edition) handbook on page 150 (Figure IV-12).

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Seven mint multiples, mainly ½c & 15c plus a mint block of 1c brown red. Also used pairs to strips of five (18 items) from 1c to 15c and a ½c block of four. Overall condition from mixed (faults) to F-VF

794

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Seven mint multiples, mainly ½c & 15c plus a mint block of 1c brown red. Also used pairs to strips of five (18 items) from 1c to 15c and a ½c block of four. Overall condition from mixed (faults) to F-VF

Est. $750

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Forty-two mint or unused singles displayed on a stockpage, each basic Scott number is represented, includes several early shades and first issues on thin hard crisp paper, gum problems in places, mainly sound and F-VF

795

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Forty-two mint or unused singles displayed on a stockpage, each basic Scott number is represented, includes several early shades and first issues on thin hard crisp paper, gum problems in places, mainly sound and F-VF

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A nice assortment displayed on two stockpages, includes 1c (28), 2c (6), 3c (35), 5c, 6c (2), 12½c (3) and 15c (17). A few with flaws but mainly sound Fine to Very Fine; includes 3c with AP 2 68 early date, 3c (five examples) showing double oval Wolfville, NS; socked-on-nose strikes on many examples.

796

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A nice assortment displayed on two stockpages, includes 1c (28), 2c (6), 3c (35), 5c, 6c (2), 12½c (3) and 15c (17). A few with flaws but mainly sound Fine to Very Fine; includes 3c with AP 2 68 early date, 3c (five examples) showing double oval Wolfville, NS; socked-on-nose strikes on many examples.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Eighteen stamps on Bothwell watermarked paper with 1c brown red (3), 2c (7), 3c (4), 6c, 12½c (2) and 15c (2); key 6c with faint horizontal crease, others from small faults to F-VF. Various watermarked letters / positions to be found.

797

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Eighteen stamps on Bothwell watermarked paper with 1c brown red (3), 2c (7), 3c (4), 6c, 12½c (2) and 15c (2); key 6c with faint horizontal crease, others from small faults to F-VF. Various watermarked letters / positions to be found.

Est. $600+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN About 40 stamps displayed on a stockpage, half cent to fifteen cents, emphasis on PAID and REGISTERED straightline handstamps of various types in red or black; noting also "Too Late" on 2c soft blotting paper, 3c (2), 12½c & 15c, "Canada" arc on 6c, 15c, Ottawa "Crown" on a 12½c and "Crown" Registered on a 15c. Minor flaws but mainly Fine to Very Fine; an unusually comprehensive showing.

798

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN About 40 stamps displayed on a stockpage, half cent to fifteen cents, emphasis on PAID and REGISTERED straightline handstamps of various types in red or black; noting also "Too Late" on 2c soft blotting paper, 3c (2), 12½c & 15c, "Canada" arc on 6c, 15c, Ottawa "Crown" on a 12½c and "Crown" Registered on a 15c. Minor flaws but mainly Fine to Very Fine; an unusually comprehensive showing.

Est. $350+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A very appealing selection of 55 stamps on two stockpages with 1c (14), 2c (9), 3c (15), 5c (2), 6c (6) and 15c (9). Condition ranges from mixed (faults) to F-VF, selected for clarity of the strikes, often centrally struck. Includes various fancy numerals, radial, elaborated geometric patterns, leaves, etc. A great lot for the specialist; a lovely assembly that has taken considerable effort to build.

799

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A very appealing selection of 55 stamps on two stockpages with 1c (14), 2c (9), 3c (15), 5c (2), 6c (6) and 15c (9). Condition ranges from mixed (faults) to F-VF, selected for clarity of the strikes, often centrally struck. Includes various fancy numerals, radial, elaborated geometric patterns, leaves, etc. A great lot for the specialist; a lovely assembly that has taken considerable effort to build.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Twelve four-ring numeral cancelled stamps, noting 2c with light "627", 15c red lilac "17" (worn rings), 3c laid paper with characteristic "vergé" line with "45" in blue, well centered, couple shorter perfs at top, etc. Also British Columbia grid "1" in blue on 3c, New Brunswick oval grid "3" on 2c, "6" (or "9") on 3c, "13" on 6c, plus a selection of duplex numbers and one fancy "3" rate marking on a 2c. Condition from mixed to fine or better; a useful lot.

800

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Twelve four-ring numeral cancelled stamps, noting 2c with light "627", 15c red lilac "17" (worn rings), 3c laid paper with characteristic "vergé" line with "45" in blue, well centered, couple shorter perfs at top, etc. Also British Columbia grid "1" in blue on 3c, New Brunswick oval grid "3" on 2c, "6" (or "9") on 3c, "13" on 6c, plus a selection of duplex numbers and one fancy "3" rate marking on a 2c. Condition from mixed to fine or better; a useful lot.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A selection of over 100 stamps with strong focus on New Brunswick & Nova Scotia towns (4, 7, 10, 11, 18, 25, 43, 54) among others with legible to clear two-ring numeral cancels; a range of denominations being represented. Condition mixed, still a useful lot for the specialist.

801

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A selection of over 100 stamps with strong focus on New Brunswick & Nova Scotia towns (4, 7, 10, 11, 18, 25, 43, 54) among others with legible to clear two-ring numeral cancels; a range of denominations being represented. Condition mixed, still a useful lot for the specialist.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 45 stamps with about 40 different two-ring numerals from "1" to "60" in mixed condition, strikes varies from faint to very fine; seldom seen so comprehensive on the One cent, shades from deep orange (first printing) to yellow (last).

802

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 45 stamps with about 40 different two-ring numerals from "1" to "60" in mixed condition, strikes varies from faint to very fine; seldom seen so comprehensive on the One cent, shades from deep orange (first printing) to yellow (last).

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 39 stamps (singles & strip of three) with about 30 different two-ring numerals ranging from "1" to "54", in mixed condition, clarity of strikes from faint to very fine; includes various shades and printings, notably six examples on the elusive soft white "blotting" paper, the

803

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 39 stamps (singles & strip of three) with about 30 different two-ring numerals ranging from "1" to "54", in mixed condition, clarity of strikes from faint to very fine; includes various shades and printings, notably six examples on the elusive soft white "blotting" paper, the '51' is watermarked, two-ring '46' postmarks on a well centered and sound strip of three, etc. A useful lot for the specialist.

Est. $500+

804

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Collection on six quadrilled pages, assembled by philatelist Colin Bayley decades ago and since left intact; 61 stamps organized by number in ascending order from "1" to "60", with second type for "6". All but the 2-ring "19" (on a 2c plus one on a 3c Small Queen) are struck on the 3c Large Queen. Overall condition mixed (flaws) to fine or better; clarity ranges from just legible to mainly clear, very fine strikes, often centrally struck.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Twenty-eight singles and a pair on a quadrilled page; range of shades, papers, cancels, plate varieties (noted a "H" spur, Pos. 4), etc. Mainly sound and F-VF

805

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Twenty-eight singles and a pair on a quadrilled page; range of shades, papers, cancels, plate varieties (noted a "H" spur, Pos. 4), etc. Mainly sound and F-VF

Est. $300+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Three quadrilled pages displaying over 60 stamps, a few in strips of three. Wide range of cancels noting instructional, numerals, transits, duplex and many fancy cancels with leaf, star, numeral, radial to geometric shapes. Mixed condition in places but care was taken for selecting the stamp and especially clarity of the strike.

806

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Three quadrilled pages displaying over 60 stamps, a few in strips of three. Wide range of cancels noting instructional, numerals, transits, duplex and many fancy cancels with leaf, star, numeral, radial to geometric shapes. Mixed condition in places but care was taken for selecting the stamp and especially clarity of the strike.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Forty singles with clear, often centrally struck postmarks from AP 6 1868 (first week of issue) to JY 8 1872, showing progression of shades and papers from grass green on thin hard crisp paper to emerald green on medium white wove; the odd flaw but mainly selected with many VF stamps

807

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Forty singles with clear, often centrally struck postmarks from AP 6 1868 (first week of issue) to JY 8 1872, showing progression of shades and papers from grass green on thin hard crisp paper to emerald green on medium white wove; the odd flaw but mainly selected with many VF stamps

Est. $350+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Three quadrilled pages with 68 stamps, wide range of cancels noting grids, concentric rings, RPO and many fancy cancels from segmented corks, radial and geometric shapes. Mixed to fine or better with many nice strikes.

808

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Three quadrilled pages with 68 stamps, wide range of cancels noting grids, concentric rings, RPO and many fancy cancels from segmented corks, radial and geometric shapes. Mixed to fine or better with many nice strikes.

Est. $400+

809

CANADA Thirty stamps on a quadrilled page with wide range of cancels, shades, etc. Noted a large margined single on soft white "blotting" paper with fancy "8" numeral cancel; trivial perf flaws otherwise sound and impressive, N.B. oval grid "9" (or "6"), segmented corks, etc. Mixed condition to Fine or better

Est. $400+

810

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Printing Groups organized according to Firth classification from Group 1 (first printing) to 14A, written up on quadrilled pages with 39 used singles, plus an additional six stamps with minor printing flaws including a Pawnbroker variety, also noted a Bothwell watermarked and a deep violet on very thick paper. Mixed condition to Fine or better; an excellent introduction to this complex stamp.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Displayed on six stockpages with about 250 stamps mostly used, with various cancellations, printings, shades and various cancels coloured, segmented corks, scarcer papers including laid paper 1c and 3c (4), plate varieties Major Re-entry (Pos. 7) on 2c (3), plate crack on 3c (pen cancel removed), Pawnbroker on 15c (six from four different printings), etc. Also a lithographed forgery of the "2c laid paper". Wide array of printings especially on the 15c. Condition mixed throughout but many sound examples are to be found including selected, well centered stamps.

811

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Displayed on six stockpages with about 250 stamps mostly used, with various cancellations, printings, shades and various cancels coloured, segmented corks, scarcer papers including laid paper 1c and 3c (4), plate varieties Major Re-entry (Pos. 7) on 2c (3), plate crack on 3c (pen cancel removed), Pawnbroker on 15c (six from four different printings), etc. Also a lithographed forgery of the "2c laid paper". Wide array of printings especially on the 15c. Condition mixed throughout but many sound examples are to be found including selected, well centered stamps.

Est. $2,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Eighteen items, mainly covers or folded printed circulars, showing six different rate / franking combinations. Noted a single frankings of the 2c, a cover front with single 15c dated 1892. Mixed condition; needs checking.

812

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Eighteen items, mainly covers or folded printed circulars, showing six different rate / franking combinations. Noted a single frankings of the 2c, a cover front with single 15c dated 1892. Mixed condition; needs checking.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A comprehensive lot of over thirty covers showing fifteen different rate / franking combinations; all postmarked with two-ring numeral cancels, majority originating from the Maritimes, a few non-letter mail rates, couple mixed-issue Large & Small Queen frankings. Noted 2c + 3c 2-ring

813

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN A comprehensive lot of over thirty covers showing fifteen different rate / franking combinations; all postmarked with two-ring numeral cancels, majority originating from the Maritimes, a few non-letter mail rates, couple mixed-issue Large & Small Queen frankings. Noted 2c + 3c 2-ring '43' registered; two 2c (3) covers to the U.S., one addressed to Alabama; registered domestic large envelope with pairs of 1c brown and 6c from Saint John, NB to Hillsborough; very scarce franking of 3c + 12½c light 2-ring (not tied) from Woodstock, Ont. to England. Mixed to Fine or better condition; needs checking.

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Over 75 covers, a few fronts plus two parcel wrappers mailed from N.B. or N.S. and franked with Large Queens, some mixed-issue frankings with Small Queens or registered letter stamps. Noted small towns, NB Way Offices, etc. Over 20 different rate / franking combinations are represented, including some very scarce such as 5c (3) on February 1876 mourning cover front (faulty) to Nice, France; 5c (3) on OHMS 1875 (October) cover to PEI; 15c + 8c RLS (late usage) on 1893 registered cover to USA; 1869 registered RPO cover to USA bearing 2c + 15c (latter we believe does not belong; offered as is); single 12½c cancelled, not tied to 1871 cover to Harbour Grace, Newfoundland; six covers showing Mixed-Issue Large & Small Queen frankings. Mixed condition; etc. Worth careful inspection.

814

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Over 75 covers, a few fronts plus two parcel wrappers mailed from N.B. or N.S. and franked with Large Queens, some mixed-issue frankings with Small Queens or registered letter stamps. Noted small towns, NB Way Offices, etc. Over 20 different rate / franking combinations are represented, including some very scarce such as 5c (3) on February 1876 mourning cover front (faulty) to Nice, France; 5c (3) on OHMS 1875 (October) cover to PEI; 15c + 8c RLS (late usage) on 1893 registered cover to USA; 1869 registered RPO cover to USA bearing 2c + 15c (latter we believe does not belong; offered as is); single 12½c cancelled, not tied to 1871 cover to Harbour Grace, Newfoundland; six covers showing Mixed-Issue Large & Small Queen frankings. Mixed condition; etc. Worth careful inspection.

Est. $2,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN An impressive lot of 42 covers with about 20 different rate / franking combinations; some more elusive including 3c (2) on AP 17 68 (third week of issue) to California, 2c single franking on 1870 drop letter; 1c brown red + 5c Beaver to USA; 15c (4) on toned / aged large cover to New Zealand, etc. Mixed condition; inspect.

815

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN An impressive lot of 42 covers with about 20 different rate / franking combinations; some more elusive including 3c (2) on AP 17 68 (third week of issue) to California, 2c single franking on 1870 drop letter; 1c brown red + 5c Beaver to USA; 15c (4) on toned / aged large cover to New Zealand, etc. Mixed condition; inspect.

Est. $2,000+

816

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 22,Plate proof single in the issued colour on white card, choice, VF

Cat. $750

817

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 25a,An unused block of three with large portion of papermaker's watermark, inverted "THWE" and "ILL" of "E. G. BOTHWELL / CLUTHA MILLS" two-line watermark; stamps rejoined by hinges, an immensely rare unused watermarked multiple, VG; 2023 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade cat. $3,600 as singles)

Est. $1,000+

818

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 25a,An immensely rare, well centered single showing papermaker's complete watermark letters "MI" of "CLUTHA MILLS", bright colour on fresh paper, uncleared perf discs at sides, devoid of any flaws often found on Bothwell paper; a very scarce sound unused example with superior centering, VF+; 2018 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $6,000

819

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 25,A very scarce used block of four, quite well centered with centrally struck Toronto JY 3 68 split ring CDS, some split perfs strengthened by hinges, couple short perfs at foot, VF; ex. Gerald Fifth (November 1971; Lot 147)

Only four used blocks of four are recorded by Duckworth in his handbook "The Large Queen Stamps of Canada and Their Use" (second edition) on page 93.

Est. $750+

820

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 27,A mint horizontal strip of three on ivory paper with distinctive mesh, a few split perfs strengthened by hinge, sound with large part original gum, a Fine and scarce multiple; 2023 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade cat. $7,200)

Est. $1,000+

821

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 27,A remarkably well centered mint example with rich colour and large part original gum, partly disturbed at top from hinge removal. One of the most challenging stamps in the series to find with superior centering, a beautiful stamp, VF+ H; 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $6,400

822

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1871 (June 5) Blue folded cover (ex Boyd correspondence) franked with 12½c blue on vertical wove paper tied by oval grid cancel, light but legible dispatch Douglastown Way Office / Miramichi SEP 21 71 double circle in blue at left; Chatham, NB JU 5, oval "H" (Halifax) JU 7, and St. John's JU 20 arrival backstamps, central fold and faint soiling at left, an elusive pre-UPU 12½ cents rate to Newfoundland (effective January 1, 1865 to October 31, 1872) bearing an unusual Way Office marking, F-VF (Unitrade 28)

Est. $1,250+

823

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28,A selected, well centered example with large portion of grid '35' cancellation in black of Victoria, British Columbia, VF and scarce

Cat. $160+

824

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29b,Nicely centered unused example on this distinctive early type paper with visible horizontal mesh, rich colour, VF and quite scarce; 2023 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,200

825

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29,Top margin block of six with nearly complete BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), a few split perfs at lower right strengthened by a hinge, well centered with large margins, hinged to very lightly hinged, top centre stamp NH; an attractive plate block, VF

Est. $350+

826

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 34, 34iv, 34vii,An unusually nice mint block of sixty (10x6) from the right pane, BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) at top and nearly complete at right, plate "1" (reversed) at top. Shows wide and narrow line perforation spacing, overall quite well centered with many large margined choice examples, some perf separation mostly at left supported by hinges, about 45 stamps never hinged including the listed Major Re-entries (Positions 10 and 49). A beautiful block, Fine to Very Fine (Unitrade cat. $3,400+)

Est. $750+

827

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 34iii,A well centered mint interpanneau gutter margin block of eight, rich colour on distinctive yellowish wove with strong printing ink offset on gum as customary for 1890s printings of the half cent, full original gum; much nicer than usual, F-VF NH

Cat. $1,920

828

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 34iii,A fresh mint interpanneau gutter margin block of eight, deep colour on yellowish wove paper, strong printing ink offset on gum as normally seen on 1890s printings, Fine NH

Cat. $945

829

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 34,Used block of six showing wide & narrow spacing between perforations, cancelled by grid 'T1' of Turks Islands (struck on arrival as receiver), most unusual, Fine

Est. $100+

830

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1897 (August 31) Yellow cover in pristine condition bearing block of ½c black tied by central St. John, NB postmark, additional strike at left, addressed to St. John West at the 2 cent City to Suburb post office rate, same-day receiver on back, most appealing and not often seen, VF (Unitrade 34)

Est. $100+

831

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1894 (January 21) Horse illustrated advertising of C.K. Morton, Ayr, Ontario on bluish envelope in pristine condition, bearing a well centered block of six of ½c black superbly struck by segmented cork cancels, clear dispatch CDS at left, pays a 3c domestic letter rate to Brantford, next-day receiver backstamp. A magnificent cover, XF (Unitrade 34)

Est. $350+

832

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1896 (Dec. 31) Hugh E. Calkin Springhill Pharmacy cover bearing pair and block of ½c black on white paper, latter with Major Re-entry (Right Pane, Position 10) on top right stamp, tied by Springhill squared circles, to Halifax with same-day receiver on back; cover slightly reduced at right, attractive, VF (Unitrade 34, 34vii)

Est. $150+

833

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1891 (September 2) 3c red postal envelope 140 x 80mm uprated with a well centered block of ½c neatly tied by Montreal duplex, pays the 5c UPU letter rate to Germany, Mannheim 15.9.91 CDS receiver on back, VF (Unitrade 34, Webb EN7)

Est. $100+

834

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1887 (August 29) Blue envelope with pre-printed address mailed registered from Sussex Vale, NB to Michigan bearing a nicely centered ½c black block of six and 5c green, all nicely tied by oval mute grids, 5c further by oval "R" registry handstamp, small opening tear at right clear of stamps; pays 3c (per half ounce) letter rate, plus 5c registration fee, VF (Unitrade 34, F2) ex. Bill Simpson (Part II, May 1996; Lot 307), S.J. Menich (June 2000; Lot 260)

Est. $200+

835

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1895 (February 21) Clean cover from Parkdale to Skive bearing a block of ten of ½c grey black tied by Parkdale duplex grid "2" datestamps, couple stamps with small flaws; Skive 03.95 CDS receiver on back, pays a 5c UPU letter to Denmark, VF (Unitrade 34i)

Est. $150+

836

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35ii,A fabulous mint block of ten, post office fresh colour on bright paper, quite well centered, characteristic uncleared perf discs for this early printing, full shiny white original gum, lightly hinged, four stamps in lower row NEVER HINGED. A wonderful and rarely seen large multiple, especially so with superior centering and overall freshness, VF+ LH / NH (Unitrade cat. $5,400 as singles)

Expertization: 2024 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Bill Simpson, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 37 - described then as: "red orange".

Est. $2,000+

837

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35ii,An attractive mint block with fabulous colour and full white original gum, scarce this nice, F-VF NH

Cat. $2,200

838

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35ii,Mint block in a deeper shade of orange, full white original gum associated with first Ottawa printings, relatively lightly hinged, Fine+

Est. $300+

839

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35d,An impressive mint upper right corner margin block of nine, very well centered, the scarcer perforation gauge, characteristic full, dull streaky original gum, three stamps NEVER HINGED, others hinged to trace of hinging. A rare multiple worthy of exhibition, VF (Unitrade cat. $10,800 as singles)

Provenance: Fred Jarrett, Sisson Sale 175, March 1960; Lot 72
Bill Simpson, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 41
Sir Gawaine Baillie, British North America - Volume VII, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 1104

In the aforementioned provenances, offered as a part sheet of 50 from which this block originates, having some of the better centered stamps.

Est. $3,500+

840

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35d,Left margin mint block of this scarcer printing and perforation, showing right part of BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), minor perf separation strengthened by hinge, large part dull streaky original gum, Fine

Est. $500+

841

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35vii,A visually striking mint block of twelve (4x3) in an exceptionally bright shade on fresh paper, decent centering for such a large multiple of this scarcer perforation gauge, top left stamp with minor bend, trivial perf separation between first and second stamps, unusually full, dull streaky original gum, NEVER HINGED. A beautiful shade elusive in such a large block, Fine+ NH (Unitrade cat. $6,000)

Est. $1,000+

842

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35vii,A visually striking shade in a mint block, the scarcer perforation, showing right portion of BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) in margin, reasonably centered; full, dull streaky original gum with lower pair NH, F-VF (Unitrade cat. $3,700 as singles)

Est. $1,000+

843

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35i,Mint block of ten with BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), plate "S" with unusually struck "1" over "2" (reversed), separated between third and fourth columns, small marginal fault at top right, still Fine and a very scarce plate multiple. ex. Bill Simpson (Part I, March 1996; Lot 47)

Est. $350+

844

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35iv,A very scarce used block of six, distinctive early shade, reasonably centered, postmarked with 2-ring '4' cancellations of Halifax; a great item for an advanced collection, F-VF

Est. $250+

845

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35viii,A nicely centered used block of ten (5x2), middle stamp in lower row shows "Strand of Hair" variety clear of the Ottawa Type I JA 14 96 squared circle postmarks, small perf flaws, a popular variety rarely seen in such an appealing multiple, F-VF

Est. $400+

846

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (September 12) Small cover bearing First Ottawa printing 1c red orange block of six (2x3) affixed upside down, perf flaws due to placement, grid cancelled, double arc Carleton St. John, NB dispatch datestamp; small cover tear at right and minor foxing, pays a 6c letter rate to New York with SEP 15 receiver backstamp. A striking and scarce multiple franking of this early printing, Fine (Unitrade 35iv)

Est. $250+

847

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1890 (March 20) Clean cover sent registered to New Jersey, bearing Second Ottawa printing (early) 2c blue green shade block tied by Peter Street / Toronto duplex; pays 3c letter rate + 5c registration; an attractive and unusual franking, VF (Unitrade 36ii) ex. Bill Simpson (Part II, May 1996; Lot 335)

Est. $250+

848

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1894 (January 31) Registered cover to USA, bearing a block of 2c green, Ottawa printing tied by oval "R" registry handstamps; on reverse various backstamps including Erie receiver and oval Registry DLO purple handstamp, DLO boxed and UNCLAIMED purple instructional marking on front, sent back to Canada entering DLO Canada AP 2 with arrival CDS on back, opened on three sides for display, a few extraneous ink spots; an interesting cover, Fine (Unitrade 36i)

Est. $200+

849

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1896 (March 14) William Rennie return envelope bearing a block of 2c green, Ottawa printing tied by clear Arthur postmarks, additional strike at left, sent registered to Toronto, Orangeville & Teeswater MC No. 1 RPO transit and Toronto backstamp, pays 3c domestic mail + 5c registration, VF (Unitrade 36i)

Est. $200+

850

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 37iii,A remarkable lower margin mint plate block of ten with great colour, split between second and third columns rejoined with hinges, shows the full BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), characteristic dull, streaky original gum, six stamps NEVER HINGED. A rare early plate block, Fine+ (Unitrade cat. $3,800 as singles)

Provenance: Fred Jarrett, Sissons Sale 175, March 1960; Lot 204 - offered then as a lower left plate block of 18, from which this block originates.

Est. $1,500+

851

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 37,A scarce mint block of fourteen in an unusual shade, irregular perforations, full original gum, Fine NH; 2024 Greene Foundation (identified as "red shade, perf 12.1x12.1, 1880s printing") (Unitrade cat. $2,520 as normal #37 shade)

Est. $500+

852

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 37,A fresh, left margin mint plate block of six with nearly full BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), fabulous colour circa. mid to late 1880s, very lightly hinged on top right stamp, others NH, F-VF (Unitrade cat. $2,330 as singles)

Est. $500+

853

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 41i,An exceptionally fresh mint block in the very distinctive, short-lived shade, full OG with lower pair NH. A beautiful mint block of this standout shade, Fine LH

Cat. $2,400

854

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 41,Top margin mint block of fourteen with amazing colour, quite well centered including large margined stamps, part BABN imprint (Boggs Type VII) and plate "F" (reversed) at left, creasing in margin only, stamps are sound with full OG. A scarce plate multiple (from a pane of 200 subjects), F-VF NH (Unitrade cat. $2,310 as singles)

Est. $500+

855

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 41,Mint block of four with "THREE" counter (no shading) in top margin, right pair well centered with jumbo margins, full original gum, F-VF NH

Cat. $660+

856

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 37b,An elusive used block with unmistakable colour, clear Hamilton MY 4 70 duplex "5" grid cancels, small faults but of Fine appearance; ex. Fred Jarrett (March 1960; Lot 170)

Est. $500+

857

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1870 (April 6) Commissioner of Crown Lands part return envelope, rated "PAID 6" digit rate crossed out "12" penciled instead, block of four of the elusive 3c copper red, First Ottawa printing, exceptional colour, probably used for postage due, postmarked by Toronto AP 6 70 split rings; small perf fault on lower left stamp. A most unusual and rare multiple usage of this early printing, Fine (Unitrade 37b)

Provenance: Bill Simpson, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 136
S.J. Menich, Canadian Postal History of the Victorian Era, Firby, June 2000; Lot 69

Est. $500+

858

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1888 (Early) Large cover fragment sent registered with Italian receiver "Roma 12 / 2-88" CDS struck on arrival. Bearing a pane of 100 (no selvedge), a 5c olive grey block of eight and 5c blue green RLS tied by oval "R" registry handstamps; understandable imperfections but a one-of-a-kind item, Fine appearance (Unitrade 37, 38, F2)

As parcels above a certain weight were not allowed to be sent at the non-letter mail rate, the $3.40 franking shown would have paid 68 times the 5c UPU rate to Italy plus 5c registration.

Est. $500+

859

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 38a,A remarkable mint block of six of this scarcer early printing and perforation, nicely centered with rich colour and full characteristic dull, streaky original gum, light horizontal bend at top in no way detracts, top centre stamp is NH. A rarely seen large multiple of this printing, VF LH

Provenance: John Ayre, Maresch Sale 139, February 1982; Lot 700
Bill Simpson, Part II, Maresch Sale 307, May 1996; Lot 178

Cat. $12,000

860

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 38i,A quite well centered mint block with lovely rich colour, small perf fault on top left stamp, characteristic shiny original gum, F-VF

Cat. $3,000

861

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 38 shade,An impressive, intact mint lower right corner margin block of fourteen displaying full BABN (Boggs Type V) plate imprint at foot, distinctive mid-1880s shade and shiny original gum, NEVER HINGED; light crease in third column and couple negligible perf tones, a rarely seen and beautiful plate imprint block in an excellent state of preservation, Fine+ (Unitrade cat. $8,400 as singles)

Est. $3,000+

862

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 38 shade,A fresh mint block in a distinctive paler shade, with full shiny original gum lightly hinged, Fine+ and scarce

Cat. $1,200

863

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 38,A nicely centered used block of six with Halifax JU 18 88 duplex cancels, an elusive multiple, VF

Est. $150+

864

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42 shade,A fresh mint block in a distinctive soft shade with hints of brown, traces of imprint show at perf tips of stamps at left; a nice shade, Fine NH

Est. $300+

865

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42, 42iv,Upper left "FIVE CENTS" counter imprint block of ten, perf separations rejoined and small thin on lower left stamp; lower right stamp shows the Major Re-entry with doubling marks in "CANADA", strong line through oval above CANADA POSTAGE, Fine appearance

The plate variety occurs at Position 25 in the plate of 200 subjects.

Est. $350+

866

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42,A nicely centered mint Plate "1" (reversed) block of eight, full BABN imprint (Boggs Type VI) from the plate of 200 subjects, slight perf soiling upper left stamp, a fresh and very scarce plate block, full OG with six stamps NH, VF (Unitrade cat. $6,000 as singles)

Est. $2,000+

867

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42, 42iv,A bright fresh mint block, top left stamp shows the documented Major Re-entry with doubling in "CANADA", strong line through oval above "CANADA POSTAGE", marks in oval below "E" of "POSTAGE", etc., full pristine original gum, Fine NH

The elusive plate variety, now plated as Position 25 in the plate of 200 subjects, is listed in Unitrade but currently unpriced.

Est. $350+

868

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42,A used block of six with bar-type Style S precancel, each stamp additionally struck Toronto NO 20 96 split rings, a few perf separations; a scarce precancelled multiple, Fine+ (Standard Precancel S-42)

Est. $150+

869

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (June 22) Large cover front mailed first class registered from Stockton Station, Manitoba to London, bearing two blocks of ten of the 5c grey, Ottawa printing, some creasing mainly confined to top rows, tied by segmented corks and split ring dispatch postmarks, additional strike at left, oval "R" registry handstamp with 5c green RLS at top left. An impressive one-dollar franking paying a 20-times 5c UPU letter rate to England, plus 5 cent registration - described in the Lussey sale "probably the largest 5c franking recorded, very few 20 times rate covers are likely to exist". We cannot disagree - a striking showpiece, Fine (Unitrade 42, F2)

Provenance: Harry Lussey Registration Collection, R. Lee Auction No. 94; May 1999; Lot 567

Est. $1,500+

870

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Parcel Post wrapper with pencil docketing "Recv fev 23 1881" on reverse, bearing Montreal printings pair of 2c green and block of 5c deep dark olive green perf 12 - the darkest shade we have seen on a 5c Small Queen, perf faults on upper right stamp but a fresh and impressive block, somewhat blurry two-ring '3' cancels of Québec, paid a four-fold (6c per four ounces - for 16 ounces) parcel post domestic rate to Beauce; couple light folds away from franking, Fine (Unitrade 36i, 38i shade)

Est. $500+

871

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Bulk mailing receipt bearing an attractive block of twelve clearly tied by Brantford NO 26 94 squared circles, rated 60 cents for 60 lb of newspaper mailed by publisher for an irregular (less than monthly) mailing, F-VF (Unitrade 42)

Est. $300+

872

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Large parcel piece endorsed "Parcel Post" and bearing an irregular block of ten of 5c grey, pair of 3c vermilion and block of 1c yellow, Ottawa printings perf 12, some usage flaws on two 5c and right 3c, cork cancels; the 1c block further tied by Sand Beach, NS AP 24 91 split ring dispatch to Truro, Nova Scotia - fifth class parcel post 60 cent rate, paid a 10-times domestic Parcel Post rate of 6c (per 4 ounces up to 40 ounces), Fine and very scarce (Unitrade 35, 41, 42)

Provenance: Michael Rixon Small Queen Postal History, Longley Sale 4, November 2001; Lot 86

Est. $750+

873

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 39 early printing,An irregular used block of eight and a pair tied to piece by thick-bar grid cancels; the single-guide dot plate associated with First Ottawa printing; a very scarce large multiple of this early printing, F-VF

Est. $300+

874

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 39 shade,A scarce mint block (2-dot state), distinctive rich colour and dull streaky original gum hinged on top pair, lower pair appears NH, Fine+

Est. $500+

875

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 39,A fresh mint block (3-dot state) with large part white shiny original gum, lovely bright colour, Fine+

Cat. $1,000

876

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 43a,A very scarce mint block of the distinctive early second Ottawa printing, part of BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) in right margin, pulled perf at top, lower pair NH. Plate imprint multiples of the 1890 chocolate shade are virtually non-existent, Fine

Est. $500+

877

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 43,Top plate "B" mint block of 28 (7x4) showing full BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), bright shade, a few split perfs at foot strengthened with a hinge, overall disturbed (dried) gum. A great item for a plating study among the largest surviving Six-cent Small Queen multiples, Fine

Est. $1,000+

878

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 43,A fresh mint lower margin plate block of eight from the "C" plate with full BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), lovely colour on fresh paper, hinged on top centre pair and selvedge leaving six stamps NH, Fine

Est. $500+

879

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 43i shade,A well centered mint block of six with amazingly deep colour, hinge remnants, fresh and attractive VF (Unitrade cat as singles normal chestnut shade)

Upper left stamp shows Major Re-entry (Pane B; unknown position; Trimble Re-entry No. 9)

Cat. $2,100

880

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1874 (July 18) Blue legal envelope with side seams, endorsed "Via New York" and franked with Montreal printing 2c dark green pair and 6c yellow brown block of six, all perf 11½x12, lightly cancelled, Registered Saint John, NB JY 18 1874 dispatch at left with two-line REGISTERED / LETTER No. with "554" registry number in manuscript, mailed to Scotland; superb circular PAID Liverpool US Packet 3 AU 74 and double circle Registered Liverpool datestamp both struck in red, next-day Edinburgh AU 4 CDS receiver on back. Some cover folds and creases, one through middle column of the block. A remarkable franking paying four-times the 8 cent Cunard Line rate plus the 8 cent registration to the UK, very rare, Fine (Unitrade 36e, 39b)

Provenance: George Arfken, Firby Auction, February 1997; Lot 982

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in Arfken "Canada's Small Queen Era 1870-1897" handbook on pages 253-254 (Figure 4).

Est. $1,000+

881

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40c,A remarkable block of ten (5x2) displaying portion of BABN imprint in small part selvedge at lower right, a few split perfs and irregular perfs at top, otherwise quite well centered and in sound condition with mute grids. Quite likely the largest surviving used multiple of an early 10 cent printing with perforation 11½x12 gauge, one of the highlights of the collection, VF

Provenance: John Siverts, Part I, Maresch Sale 227, May 1989; Lot 1131

Est. $2,500+

882

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40,A well centered used block with large margins in a delicate shade, slight wrinkling on lower left stamp at top perfs, neat segmented cork cancels; an attractive and seldom seen used block, VF

Est. $350+

883

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40b,An attractive used block of six with beautiful colour and two-ring '4' cancels of Halifax, scarce, Fine+

Est. $500+

884

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40b,A scarce used block of six with bold rich colour, faint corner crease at lower left, neat circular mute target cancels, Fine

Est. $300+

885

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40a,Mint block displaying exceptional, deep colour, paper slightly yellowed, large part OG, Fine hinged; a rarely seen shade in a mint multiple.

Provenance: Don Bowen "Ten" Auction, Eaton & Sons, June 1995; Lot 2082

Est. $1,000+

886

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40 shade,Used block in a lovely shade, top left stamp repaired, a few split perfs; lightly cancelled with Victoria "Crown" surrounded by rays (Lacelle 1291), a scarce used block of Fine appearance; ex. Bill Simpson, Part III (October 1996; Lot 1570)

Est. $300+

887

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40,A nicely centered used block in a lovely shade, Montreal duplex cancels; selected used blocks command a premium, VF

Cat. $480+

888

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40,A quite well centered block with lovely bright colour, light Halifax MY 25 87 duplex datestamps, VF

Est. $350+

889

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40a,A remarkable used block of eight in a lovely shade, four stamps with small faults and some perf separation, otherwise VF with attractively struck REGISTERED straightline handstamps; a rare multiple.

Est. $500+

890

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40i,Lower margin mint block in the distinctive shade of the last Montreal printing, showing right portion of BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), stain on lower left stamp, top pair hinged, lower pair never hinged. A scarce imprint block with great colour, Fine (Unitrade cat. $3,500 as singles)

Provenance: C.M Jephcott (private sale)
Bill Simpson Small Queen, Part III, Maresch Sale 314, October 1996; Lot 1592

Est. $750+

891

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a early printing,Very early Ottawa printing shade; BABN moved from Montreal to their new premises in Ottawa in May 1889. Used block of six with overall toning / ageing mostly visible from the back, postmarked with Halifax JY 18 89 duplex, Fine appearance - believed to be the Earliest Known Date on a Small Queen multiple from the Second Ottawa printing.

Est. $500+

892

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a shade,A beautiful mint block of six with margin at foot, displaying exceptional colour on fresh paper, reasonably centered with full original gum, very lightly hinged on top pair and lower left stamp leaving three never hinged. An appealing and scarce mint multiple in a distinctive early Ottawa printing shade, F-VF; 1988 Greene Foundation cert. as #45a (Unitrade 45a shade)

Cat. $5,925

893

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a,A well centered used block of eight lightly cancelled with duplex datestamps, a few split perfs at left, a seldom seen choice used multiple, VF

Est. $500+

894

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a,An impressive, well centered used block of fourteen (7x2) on piece, postmarked with Montreal duplex; a few perf flaws, a very scarce large multiple of this shade, VF; ex. Don Bowen "Ten" Auction (June 1995; Lot 2297)

Est. $1,000+

895

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a,An extremely well centered used block of six tied to small piece by light Montreal 1894 duplex, rich colour and choice, VF+; ex. Don Bowen "Ten" Auction (June 1995; Lot 2298)

Est. $350+

896

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a,A quite centered, fresh mint block with great colour, F-VF OG (Unitrade 45a) ex. C.M. Jephcott (private sale), Bill Simpson (Part I, March 1996; Lot 323)

Cat. $2,100

897

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40,An extraordinary part-sheet reconstruction of 85 stamps in blocks of ten (5), of six (3), of 5 and of 4 (3), all postmarked Chatham March 5, 1897, a few minor flaws to be expected; recently reunited - the original multiple was separated more than 125 ago and reportedly graced important collections of the past such as deVolpi and Chaplin. A stunning display of this high denomination and one of the highlights of the collection, VF

Est. $3,500+

898

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45a, v,An impressive used block of twenty, small flaws on two stamps (Pos. 17 and 20), showing pitted "O" variety at lower left (Position 21), partly legible Montreal AU 14 97 postmarks, a Fine and rare large multiple; ex. Bill Simpson (Part III, October 1996; Lot 1626)

Est. $500+

899

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45b,A well centered used block of six in a remarkable shade resembling the 1896 salmon pink, mute grid cancelled. A great item for the shade enthusiast, VF

Est. $400+

900

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45b,A remarkably fresh mint block with small part of BABN imprint in margin, distinctive pastel-like colour and full original gum, Fine VLH

Cat. $1,400

901

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45b shade,Used block of eight in an amazing bright shade, light creasing on four and a few shorter perfs at right, segmented cork cancels, F-VF; ex. John Ayre (February 1982; Lot 854)

Est. $200+

902

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45b shade,A used block of six in a lovely bright shade with bar-type Style T vertical precancel, additionally struck with Toronto JU 17 97 split rings, a couple negligible short perfs, F-VF (Standard Precancel T-45-V unlisted in this shade) ex. John Siverts (Part II, September 1989; Lot 441)

Est. $500+

903

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45b shade,A reasonably well centered used block in an unusual shade, light Toronto SP 12 96 split ring postmarks, F-VF

Est. $300+

904

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45,A choice, post office fresh mint block of four with exceptional colour, nicely centered with full original gum, lightly hinged on top pair, lower pair NEVER HINGED. Very few select mint blocks of the ten cent exist - this being among British American Bank Note's last printing order, VF+

Cat. $7,200

905

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 45,An impressive used block of ten, quite well centered with fabulous rich colour associated with last printing of the ten cent, showing strong impression of bar-type Style T precancel, additional Toronto SP 17 97 split rings; a few split perfs supported between two stamps. A very scarce large precancelled multiple, VF (Standard Precancel T-45)

Est. $750+

906

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28 shade,A visually striking, well centered mint block of six, displaying exceptionally fresh colour on bright white wove paper, a few separated perfs and one pulled perf at foot, otherwise in an excellent state of preservation, full shiny original gum hinged, top row lightly hinged; a wonderful block with outstanding colour, VF; the top centre stamp shows "High Dot" in right "12" variety (Position 29).

Cat. $16,800

907

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28,A fresh mint block of six, centered left resulting in wing sized margins at right side and proving its position from the lower right corner of the sheet (Positions 88 / 100); hinged at top and in selvedge, full white original gum, lower corner stamps NEVER HINGED. A scarce multiple ideal for a plating study. (Unitrade cat. $5,000 as VG) ex. Dr. Lewis Reford (Part One, March 1950; Lot 580)

Est. $1,500+

908

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28 shade,A nicely centered mint block of four in a remarkably rich shade of blue on soft wove paper with horizontal mesh, small negligible corner crease at lower right, hinge remnants; an attractive block, VF OG (Unitrade cat. $11,200 as normal shade)

Provenance: Siegmund Adler, H.R. Harmer Inc., March 1961; Lot 151

Est. $3,000+

909

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28ii shade,An unused lower margin block in a nice bright shade, lower left stamp shows no outer frameline at left value tablet variety, scarce multiple, F-VF (Unitrade cat. $4,275)

Est. $1,500+

910

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28i,An unused block of four with great colour on fresh wove paper, Fine and attractive (Unitrade cat. $2,400)

Est. $500+

911

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28i + varieties,Mint block with lovely fresh colour, lower pair creased, couple short perfs at lower left. Two different plate flaws shown on top pair - the lower right corner positional "dot" and the "A Flaw" (UL & UR respectively, Positions 53 & 54); an interesting and very scarce positional block for the specialist, Fine OG

Est. $1,500+

912

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28 shade,Scarce used block in a lovely deeper shade than normally seen, small corner crease lower left, grid cancelled, Fine

Est. $750+

913

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28,An elusive used block with faint Registered / Toronto oval handstamps, minor corner wrinkle; a seldom seen used multiple, Fine

Est. $500+

914

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 28i,A visually striking used block with superbly struck Hamilton JA 30 79 split ring postmarks, top left stamp with repaired corner, an attractive multiple with great appeal.

The 12½ cent stamp was still being used on parcels until late March 1879 when the rate (up to 8 ounces) was reduced to 6 cents (for a parcel weighing between 4 and 8 ounces) on April 1st.

Est. $750+

915

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1870 (October 13) Legal envelope mailed from Paris, C.W. to Woodstock, bearing a faulty block of 12½c milky blue along with First Ottawa Printing Small Queen 1c deep orange cancelled by Paris split ring dispatch, additional strike at left, same-day Woodstock receiver backstamp; envelope with peripheral faults and overall light ageing. Pays 17-times the 3 cent domestic letter rate, Fine (Unitrade 28i, 35ii)

Est. $500+

916

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29a,A quite well centered used block of this scarcer printing and perforation, exceptional colour on smooth surface white wove paper, small flaws on two stamps and pressed crease at foot not readily discernible, intact perforations, segmented cork cancels. A rarely seen multiple of this distinctive early printing, VF (Unitrade cat. as singles)

Provenance: John Siverts, Part II, Maresch Sale 230, September 1989; Lot 230

Cat. $2,800

917

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30a,A well centered used block of this very scarce delicate shade and perforation, faint wrinkle on top left stamp, bold cork cancels. A rarity - we doubt another used block of this elusive printing exists, VF (Unitrade cat. as singles)

Cat. $2,800

918

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29i, vi,Lower margin mint plate block of twelve displaying BABN imprint (Bogs Type IV) in oversized margined stamps at foot, centered high but with bright colour on fresh paper, perforations severed at centre, full original gum, lower centre pair LH leaving ten stamps NH, Fine and striking. (Unitrade cat. $4,350 as stamps alone)

Position 97 - fourth stamp from lower row shows the "Balloon Flaw" variety

Est. $750+

919

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29,A scarce mint plate block of eight showing BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), deep shade, perforations supported by hinging, fresh with large part original gum, F-VF OG

Est. $750+

920

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29, vi,Lower margin mint block of six showing right half side of BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), lovely shade, a few split perfs hinge supported in margin only leaving all six stamps NH, Fine+ This positional block from Positions 86-88 / 96-98 shows the Balloon Flaw variety at Position 97 - middle stamp in lower row. (Unitrade cat. $3,300)

Est. $750+

921

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 29i, iv, vi,A nicely centered mint block of twelve (3x4), traces of BABN imprint in margin at foot, Positions 65-67 / 95-97, some perf separation supported by a hinge, perf fault on lower left stamp, overall disturbed OG; a scarce multiple with great colour and showing two plate varieties, VF (Unitrade cat. $3,050 as unused)

Positions 65 and 97 show the Cracked Plate and Balloon Flaw respectively.

Est. $750+

922

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30b,A brilliant, fresh mint block with exceptional colour, sheet margin at left, full original gum lightly hinged at top, lower pair is NH, Fine+

Cat. $900

923

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 30b,A remarkable used block ten (5x2), well centered, some perf separation strengthened by hinges, light SP 16 95 duplex; a great block among the largest surviving postmarked 15c Large Queen multiples, F-VF

Est. $1,000+

924

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN 1887 (June 23) The World Publishing Co'y. Guelph, Ontario large envelope endorsed "via San Francisco" to Auckland, New Zealand, bearing a block of six of 15c slate grey on medium vertical wove paper, perf 12, two stamps with small faults, cancelled by segmented corks, clear Guelph dispatch CDS; on reverse San Francisco JUN 30 and JUL 1 transits along with Auckland 2 JY 87 arrival CDS. Peripheral faults and some ageing to cover, nevertheless a fabulous 90 cent non-UPU letter rate to New Zealand (15c per half ounce) in effect between April 1879 and end of December 1888. A rarely seen block of the 15 cent Large Queen on cover, Fine (Unitrade 30)

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS

925

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 46,A well centered mint block of six with superb rich colour on fresh paper, couple tone spots on centre pair, hinged on top and bottom left stamps leaving four NEVER HINGED. An attractive block with great colour, VF (Unitrade cat. $10,800)

Est. $3,000+

926

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 46,Post Office stationery letter dated "Ottawa, Ont. 24th July, 1899" receipt issued for improper usage of free franking privilege for a member of the Parliament, which reads: The subjoined postage stamps have been cancelled to pay for a number of circulars posted by Mr. Robert Holmes, M.P. at the House of Commons Post Office and franked and forwarded free through an inadvertence." Double ring Accountant P.O. Dept JUL 29 1899 and a Ottawa JY 24 99 CDS postmarked block of 15 of the 20c Widow Weeds, filing folds through centre column and centre row of the block, VF appearance; an attractive usage of a large multiple for postage payment of three dollars. A rare and great display piece. (Unitrade 46)

Est. $1,500+

927

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (July 4) Parcel wrapper fragment bearing a block of twelve of the 50c Widow Weeds, top right stamp with faults as it was affixed onto the red wax seal, tied by thick bar grid cancels with a 5c green RLS, partly legible Toronto split ring dispatch. An impressive large multiple franking, Fine (Unitrade 47, F2)

Est. $500+

928

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F1 early printing,Upper left plate imprint block of twelve showing "TWO CENTS" counter and BABN imprint (Boggs Type V), severed between third and fourth columns, vertical crease through second column and slight oxidized colour on a few. Despite the imperfections of F-VF appearance; this is a rarely seen first printing plate block showing the characteristic and short-lived DULL STREAKY, WHITE ORIGINAL GUM associated with the 1875 printing, bottom left block of four is NH. A great item for the specialist. (Unitrade F1 early printing, unlisted)

Est. $500+

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F1, a, b, i,Four mint blocks in distinctively different shades - orange, vermilion, orange red and rose carmine, Fine+ OG / VLH (Unitrade cat. $2,300)

929

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F1, a, b, i,Four mint blocks in distinctively different shades - orange, vermilion, orange red and rose carmine, Fine+ OG / VLH (Unitrade cat. $2,300)

Est. $500+

930

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F1b,A remarkable, quite well centered mint plate strip of ten, perf separation, hinged supported mostly in the selvedge, showing both "TWO CENTS" and "2" counters and BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) in top margin, customary natural bends on a few, full original gum with eight stamps NEVER HINGED. A rare intact plate imprint block of this elusive, short-lived "Montreal Gazette" printing, ideal for exhibition, VF (Unitrade cat. $13,000 for stamps alone)

Est. $2,500+

931

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS 1914 (March 3) 1c blue postal envelope uprated with a well centered block of 2c rose carmine tied by light grid and central oval "R" registry handstamp, Upper Stewiacke, NS dispatch, paying double weight letter rate (4 cents) plus 5 cent registration to the U.S.; on reverse J.D. Cox stamp dealer advert label, New York transit and Bovey receiver. Late usage but an impressive franking of the better shade of the 2c RLS, VF (Unitrade F1b)

Est. $350+

932

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F2b,A very seldom seen plate block of this scarcer shade, nearly complete BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) and "R" (reversed) indicating plate had been re-entered, top pair NH. We do not recall seeing a plate block of this shade in years, Fine LH

Est. $500+

933

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F2,A lower margin plate imprint strip of ten, complete BABN imprint (Boggs Type IV), some perf separation supported in places, vertical crease in second column, tiny thin on one. A scarce plate multiple with superior centering, VF OG

Provenance: Harry Lussey, Canadian Registration Collection, R. Lee Auction No. 94, May 1999; Lot 48

Est. $1,000+

934

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS 1894 (March 30) Legal envelope mailed registered from London to Berlin, Ontario, bearing an impressive franking of a block of the 5c green RLS tied by London Type I squared circles, oval "R" registry handstamp at left, instructional marking RETURN TO POSTAGE and additional manuscript "not properly prepaid", entering Dead Letter Office MR 31 with CDS on back, light vertical fold at left. A striking, rare franking, VF (Unitrade F2)

In August 1893, the requirement of a 5c RLS to pay the 5c fee was discontinued. The 5c RLS stamps were still being valid and used as postage. In this case, the attempt to pay both postage rate (5x times the domestic rate) plus 5c registration seems not to have worked as the letter was processed through the DLO.

Est. $750+

935

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F3a,A choice, well centered mint block of six with fabulous rich colour distinctive from the normal dull blue shade, displaying unusually full, dull, streaky white original gum, hinged on top pair, LH on three others, right stamp of centre row is a superb mint NEVER HINGED stamp. A very scarce multiple, especially attractive with such overall freshness, VF; 2024 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade cat. $11,000)

Est. $5,000+

936

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS F3,A well centered mint block showing nearly full BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) at top, hinged in margin only, stamps with natural gum bends more prominently seen in left pair, full, dull streaky white original gum NEVER HINGED and rare thus, VF (Unitrade cat. $21,600 as NH singles)

Est. $3,500+

CANADA - 19 OFFICIALLY SEALED AND POW

937

CANADA - 19 OFFICIALLY SEALED AND POW OX1,A very scarce mint block showing left-half portion of BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) in right margin, exceptionally fresh with unusually full original gum, VLH on three stamps, lower right stamp NEVER HINGED, Fine+; 2019 Greene Foundation cert.

Est. $600+

938

CANADA - 19 OFFICIALLY SEALED AND POW OX1,A scarce mint block with better centering than normally seen, large part original gum partly disturbed from hinge removal, F-VF; 2019 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,800

939

CANADA - 19 OFFICIALLY SEALED AND POW OX1,An exceptionally fresh mint block, natural gum bend on right pair, with clean original gum hinged along perforations, Fine+, a scarce block; 2019 Greene Foundation cert.

Est. $350+

940

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN The following 23 lots are collection balances of Jack Forbes' gold-medal exhibit of multiples of the Canadian Small Queen era, which includes the 12½c and 15c Large Queens, 1893 Widow Weeds, 1875-1890s Registered Letter and 1879 Officially Sealed Stamps. Lots have been organized as mint, used or on cover. Jack's notes on shades, colours and perforations were retained for viewers and potential buyers. Overall quality is variable from faulty to very fine as to be expected on these; noting many NH stamps in the mint lots. Jack focused on acquiring nice appearing items with subtle differences. To fully appreciate these lots we highly recommend viewing either in person or on our eastern@home platform.

Half Cent - Mint Blocks

Thirty mint or unused blocks of four to forty stamps, about a dozen show plate imprints. Grey black to deep black shades, white to yellowish papers. Also a few plate varieties to be found.

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN About eighty used blocks of four to forty stamps with cork cancels, CDS, squared circles, etc., noted plate imprint block of 40 (two blocks of 20) on piece. Grey black to deep black shades, white to yellowish papers and a few plate varieties to be found.

941

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN About eighty used blocks of four to forty stamps with cork cancels, CDS, squared circles, etc., noted plate imprint block of 40 (two blocks of 20) on piece. Grey black to deep black shades, white to yellowish papers and a few plate varieties to be found.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Nice group of 23 covers nearly all from the 1890s including domestic, United States, uprated postal stationery envelopes to Austria, GB, USA, UPU rates to Denmark, a few registered noting blocks of ten & six on domestic registered mail; also a front (faulty) with 20 x ½c 1894 to Japan.

942

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Nice group of 23 covers nearly all from the 1890s including domestic, United States, uprated postal stationery envelopes to Austria, GB, USA, UPU rates to Denmark, a few registered noting blocks of ten & six on domestic registered mail; also a front (faulty) with 20 x ½c 1894 to Japan.

Est. $1,250+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 24 mint or unused blocks of four to fourteen stamps, more than half show plate or counter imprints; Orange (Montreal) to bright yellow (Second Ottawa) printings, white to yellowish papers.

943

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 24 mint or unused blocks of four to fourteen stamps, more than half show plate or counter imprints; Orange (Montreal) to bright yellow (Second Ottawa) printings, white to yellowish papers.

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Over 50 used blocks of four to twelve; a few early First Ottawa & Montreal from 1870s, followed by 1880s and to mostly 1890s yellows of Second Ottawa; wide range of cancels with corks, geometric patterns, datestamps, grids, etc.

944

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Over 50 used blocks of four to twelve; a few early First Ottawa & Montreal from 1870s, followed by 1880s and to mostly 1890s yellows of Second Ottawa; wide range of cancels with corks, geometric patterns, datestamps, grids, etc.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Thirty mint or unused blocks of four to eighteen, about a third show plate or counter imprints, emphasis on Second Ottawa printings.

945

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Thirty mint or unused blocks of four to eighteen, about a third show plate or counter imprints, emphasis on Second Ottawa printings.

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Thirty-three used blocks of four to forty stamps, the latter purportedly the largest known (faults and strengthened by many hinges); wide range of cancels with emphasis on Second Ottawa printings.

946

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Thirty-three used blocks of four to forty stamps, the latter purportedly the largest known (faults and strengthened by many hinges); wide range of cancels with emphasis on Second Ottawa printings.

Est. $600+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A nice lot of 44 mint or unused blocks of four to thirty, a few show marginal imprint; noted Montreal printing shades and a strong showing of Second Ottawa. Wide range of shades including two Montreal "Gazette" printings of 1888-1889.

947

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A nice lot of 44 mint or unused blocks of four to thirty, a few show marginal imprint; noted Montreal printing shades and a strong showing of Second Ottawa. Wide range of shades including two Montreal "Gazette" printings of 1888-1889.

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable lot of 194 used blocks of four to ten stamps; noted elusive First Ottawa rose shades, several Montreal perf 11½x12 including shades, wide range of shades including some categorized as Montreal "Gazette" printings circa. 1888-1889 (rose to deep rose carmine), myriad cancellations, etc.

948

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable lot of 194 used blocks of four to ten stamps; noted elusive First Ottawa rose shades, several Montreal perf 11½x12 including shades, wide range of shades including some categorized as Montreal "Gazette" printings circa. 1888-1889 (rose to deep rose carmine), myriad cancellations, etc.

Est. $1,500+

949

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Twelve mint or unused blocks of four to eight stamps; noted a Montreal printing block of four, others are Ottawa printings in various shades of grey.

Est. $750+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A very nice lot of 68 used blocks of four to ten stamps, plus a block of 14, shades range from Montreal to Ottawa printings of 1890s, wide array of cancels, noting corks, grids, squared circles, CDS, etc.

950

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A very nice lot of 68 used blocks of four to ten stamps, plus a block of 14, shades range from Montreal to Ottawa printings of 1890s, wide array of cancels, noting corks, grids, squared circles, CDS, etc.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Twenty mint or unused blocks of four to fifteen stamps, more than a third show imprint or counter in selvedge; noted a cold brown Montreal printing block of four, others are Ottawa printings from deep red brown to chestnut shades

951

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Twenty mint or unused blocks of four to fifteen stamps, more than a third show imprint or counter in selvedge; noted a cold brown Montreal printing block of four, others are Ottawa printings from deep red brown to chestnut shades

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 23 used blocks, ranging from four to fifteen stamps; noted a few Montreal printing perf 11½x12 blocks of four or of six, Ottawa printing block of 15 postmarked The Pas, Sask DE 14 97 split rings, various shades and cancels noted.

952

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 23 used blocks, ranging from four to fifteen stamps; noted a few Montreal printing perf 11½x12 blocks of four or of six, Ottawa printing block of 15 postmarked The Pas, Sask DE 14 97 split rings, various shades and cancels noted.

Est. $500+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 29 covers, mostly first class mail, all franked with blocks of Small Queens with 1c (6), 2c (7), 3c (10), 5c (3) and 6c (3). Noted 1875 2c block and pair perf 11½x12 on faulty cover Fort Garry, Manitoba to Quebec, 6c cold brown block + 2c RLS used DE 27 88 to Welland, a Wells, Fargo & Co express frank paste-up envelope, faulty and stained with single and block of 6c yellow brown, perf 11½x12, etc. Mixed condition.

953

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Lot of 29 covers, mostly first class mail, all franked with blocks of Small Queens with 1c (6), 2c (7), 3c (10), 5c (3) and 6c (3). Noted 1875 2c block and pair perf 11½x12 on faulty cover Fort Garry, Manitoba to Quebec, 6c cold brown block + 2c RLS used DE 27 88 to Welland, a Wells, Fargo & Co express frank paste-up envelope, faulty and stained with single and block of 6c yellow brown, perf 11½x12, etc. Mixed condition.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable lot of 13 mint or unused blocks, ranging from a block of four to a corner block of ten, five show plate imprint or counters. Early printing represented by an unused block of four Montreal printing magenta shade, rest are Ottawa printings of 1890s from dull rose carmine to brown red shades.

954

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable lot of 13 mint or unused blocks, ranging from a block of four to a corner block of ten, five show plate imprint or counters. Early printing represented by an unused block of four Montreal printing magenta shade, rest are Ottawa printings of 1890s from dull rose carmine to brown red shades.

Est. $3,500+

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Impressive lot of 45 used blocks, mainly blocks of four to eight, two are larger with Montreal printing 10c magenta block of nine and an irregular, faulty block of 34 Ottawa printing 10c rose carmine said to be largest known in this shade. Noted 10c rose lilac block of eight (rejoined blocks of four), several Ottawa printings are nicely postmarked.

955

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Impressive lot of 45 used blocks, mainly blocks of four to eight, two are larger with Montreal printing 10c magenta block of nine and an irregular, faulty block of 34 Ottawa printing 10c rose carmine said to be largest known in this shade. Noted 10c rose lilac block of eight (rejoined blocks of four), several Ottawa printings are nicely postmarked.

Est. $3,000+

956

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Four blocks of four: the first unused; second mint with tiny portion of imprint in top margin (Pos. 7-8 / 17-18), small part OG; the third mint (glazed OG) in the milky blue shade mint; the last is used on thinner wove paper, reperforated at foot.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Nice lot of 43 mint or unused blocks, mostly blocks of four, five showing plate imprint. For the most part later printings on vertical mesh paper from red purple to deep blue grey shades. A perfect lot for studying the myriad shades of this complex stamp.

957

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Nice lot of 43 mint or unused blocks, mostly blocks of four, five showing plate imprint. For the most part later printings on vertical mesh paper from red purple to deep blue grey shades. A perfect lot for studying the myriad shades of this complex stamp.

Est. $2,500+

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 20 used blocks of four to twelve stamps. Noted early red lilac shade rejoined pairs to form a block, various shades from lilac to deep blue grey, including one described as "dull turquoise".

958

CANADA - 4 LARGE QUEEN Lot of 20 used blocks of four to twelve stamps. Noted early red lilac shade rejoined pairs to form a block, various shades from lilac to deep blue grey, including one described as "dull turquoise".

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS

959

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Five blocks of the 20c including brown orange shade to deep vermilion, one with part imprint at foot; then four 50c blocks, one regummed but with full BABN imprint at foot.

Est. $1,500+

960

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Six 20c blocks of four to ten stamps and twenty 50c blocks from four to fifteen stamps; most with usual parcel post grids, roller cancels, etc.

Est. $1,000+

961

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS Nice lot of mint or unused blocks (27; plus a used 2c block) with fresh colours throughout, denominations represented. Noted better 2c Plate A & B imprint blocks, Montreal "Gazette" printing mint blocks (5) of 2c rose carmine to darker shade described as "crimson", 5c UL "FIVE" counter block, a top imprint block of six with "R" (re-entered plate), 8c right margin mint block with gum creases, portion of imprint. 1879 Officially Sealed with two mint blocks, one with large part of imprint; both with 2019 Greene certs.

Est. $4,000+

962

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Partly organized on leaves and stockpages - forming additional material to the exhibit / collection, emphasis on the Half cent with various used blocks (some ex McNaught) and cover usages, also various 1c to 10c (ex 8c) and an oxidized 2c RLS part imprint / counter block of six, etc. Condition is variable throughout; inspect.

Est. $1,500+

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS

963

CANADA - 1 ESSAYS Prepared but never issued, an unused example printed in red on distinctive vertical mesh paper displaying papermaker's watermark letters "TA" (or "AT"), no denomination, bilingual inscriptions "Republique Canadienne / Canadian Republic", tiny corner crease at top left, otherwise in nice condition with well clear to large margins; fewer than ten examples are known in this colour with or without watermark. Articles have been written on the essay but its intended usage, production and origin still remain a mystery, the subject of much debate and interest, VF

Est. $1,500+

964

CANADA 34,Plate proof single in issued colour on india paper, large margins, VF

Cat. $600

965

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 34,Plate proof single on india paper, VF

Cat. $600

966

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 35d,A superior mint example of this elusive perforation, very well centered with unusually large margins, lightly hinged dull streaky original gum, VF+

Cat. $600

967

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 36,Canada Bank Note Engraving & Printing Co., an exceptional, engraved plate essay
block of twelve from the sheet of 100 subjects, printed in dark green on card mounted india paper and showing the full framed CBNE & PO imprint. A fabulous plate imprint multiple, XF

Est. $1,500+

968

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 36,Canada Bank Note Engraving & Printing Co., a superb engraved, plate essay block printed in dark green on card mounted india paper, XF

Est. $750+

969

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 36,Canada Bank Note Engraving & Printing Co., an engraved, corner margin plate essay block printed in bluish green on card mounted india paper, handstamped "SAMPLE" in violet at top, VF

Est. $750+

970

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 36,Canada Bank Note Engraving & Printing Co., engraved, plate essay block printed in black on gummed surfaced very thin handmade paper, in an excellent state of preservation considering the fragile nature of the paper, highly unusual, VF (Minuse & Pratt 36E-Ae)

Est. $500+

971

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 36,Canada Bank Note Engraving & Printing Co., an engraved, large margined plate essay pair in dark green on card mounted india paper, with right sheet margin, VF+

Est. $350+

972

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 42a,A lovely mint imperforate block of six with nearly complete BABN imprint (Boggs Type V) at right, couple natural gum creases of no importance for this rare block, VF LH (Unitrade cat. as three pairs)

Cat. $2,700+

973

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 40c,A seldom seen, well centered mint single with true colour on bright fresh paper, much better than most known examples, F-VF H

Cat. $1,600

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable quartet of British America Bank Note Co. engraved vignette die proofs, the work of Alfred Jones (circa. 1867-1868), printed in black on india paper and sunk on card or affixed to archival cards. Similar (but facing right) to the issued Widow Weeds stamps in 1893.

It is interesting to note the fourth vignette numbered "No.3" (without imprint) was adopted for the 1869 British American Bank Note Company Trade Sample Sheet, positioned at the centre and surrounded by various Large & Small Queens and Second Bill Issues

974

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN A remarkable quartet of British America Bank Note Co. engraved vignette die proofs, the work of Alfred Jones (circa. 1867-1868), printed in black on india paper and sunk on card or affixed to archival cards. Similar (but facing right) to the issued Widow Weeds stamps in 1893.

It is interesting to note the fourth vignette numbered "No.3" (without imprint) was adopted for the 1869 British American Bank Note Company Trade Sample Sheet, positioned at the centre and surrounded by various Large & Small Queens and Second Bill Issues

Est. $1,500+

975

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 46,A superb Die Proof, engraved, printed in dark red (near issued colour) on india paper 31 x 37mm, printed by British American Bank Note Company. Extremely rare and XF (Minuse & Pratt 46TC2a)

Provenance: Bill Simpson Small Queen Collection, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 339

Est. $6,000+

976

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 47,An exceptional Die Proof, engraved, printed by British America Bank Note Company in a shade of blue similar to the colour of issue, on india paper 31 x 37mm, in flawless condition and very rare. A glorious showpiece that graced an important Small Queen collection of the past, XF (Minuse & Pratt 47P2a)

Provenance: Bill Simpson Small Queen Collection, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 343

Est. $6,000+

977

CANADA 46,A selected mint block, exceptionally fresh as the day it was printed more than 130 years ago, quite well centered with full original gum, pristine original gum with lower pair never hinged. A lovely block, F-VF LH

Cat. $3,700

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS

978

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 46,A beautiful block of eight, each stamp with Chatham, Ont. AP 14 97 postmark; faint crease on second stamp in first row. An unusually nice multiple postmarked with circular datestamps, VF

Est. $750+

979

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 46,An appealing and seldom seen corner margin mint example, nicely centered with deep rich colour and full original gum, VF NH

Cat. $2,400

980

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 47a,An unusually choice mint imperforate pair, superior to many we have seen, displaying large margins, characteristic rich colour and remarkably full original gum, very lightly hinged VF+

Cat. $1,800+

981

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 47,A magnificent mint block of sixteen, remarkably well centered with bright colour on fresh paper, trivial split perfs at top left and minor gum loss on three stamps, overall in an excellent state of preservation with full original gum, three stamps are NEVER HINGED. Very impressive indeed, in fact mint multiples are seldom seen larger than a block of four; a spectacular showpiece in every sense, VF OG; we doubt a larger mint multiple of this high value exists. (Unitrade cat. $15,000 as singles)

Est. $5,000+

982

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 47, 47i,A lovely used block of twenty-four, quite well centered for such large multiple, clear Ottawa NO 1 02 duplex grid "1" postmarks, trivial perf separation and minute flaw on one stamp. Second stamp in top row shows the listed Re-entry (Position 6). A rarely seen large block of great appeal, VF

Est. $1,500+

983

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (November) Wells, Fargo & Co. "Victoria, Vancouver Island" printed frank in black on immaculate white envelope bearing 6c yellow brown, First Ottawa printing perf 11¾, bright colour and attractively tied by oval light oval Wells, Fargo & Co. Victoria (undated) in blue, mailed to San Francisco, no backstamp as customary for mail to the US; docketing by recipient on arrival "Victoria Novbr 27 / 72" and contained draft for $542.55. A wonderful and unusually choice Wells, Fargo express cover franked with a Small Queen, easily one of finest extant, XF (R. Lowe HS-34; Unitrade 39 early printing)

Est. $1,000+

984

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Undated (circa. 1873) Wells, Fargo & Co. "Victoria, Vancouver Island" printed frank in black on white envelope used as a paste-up cover, franked with a 6c in a lighter shade (as it was pre-fixed by Wells, Fargo & Co.) along with a strip of three of 6c yellow brown Small Queen, Montreal printing perf 11½x12, all cancelled by light oval Wells, Fargo & Co. Victoria (undated) in blue, also additional strikes. Pays either eight times 3c per half ounce rate (letter up to 4 ounces) to Canada or the more likely four times the letter rate to the US. In a superior state of preservation compared to others we have seen, VF (R. Lowe HS-34 footnote; Unitrade 39b)

Provenance: Carnegie Institute, Siegel, May 1981; Lot 224

Est. $750+

985

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1874 (December 26) Yellow cover in pristine condition from Fort Garry, Manitoba to Ohio via the Pembina (North Dakota), St. Paul & Chicago postal route, bearing Montreal printing 6c yellow brown perf 11½ tied by four-bar cork cancel with same-ink Fort Garry, Manitoba split ring dispatch, superb strike of Pembina DEC 28 CDS - unusual and of great appeal as we do not recall seeing it on a Small Queen cover from Manitoba in the post-1870 Confederation era. A wonderful cover for an advanced collection, VF (Unitrade 39b)

Lower Fort Garry was built by the Hudson's Bay Company on the Red River at the present site of the city of Winnipeg. The first post office in Manitoba was established at Fort Garry January 1, 1871; its name was changed to Winnipeg May 1st, 1876.

Est. $1,250+

986

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1883 (December 20) The Mutual Fire Insurance Co. advertise legal size envelope from St. François Beauce to St. Georges Beauce with Montreal printings 2c green, two 5c olive green and a 6c yellow brown perf 12, tied by concentric rings, split ring dispatch, neat same-day St. George East, Que receiver backstamp; a few minor peripheral flaws and couple folds to cover. Pays a six-fold (18c) domestic letter rate, F-VF (Unitrade 36, 38, 39)

Est. $300+

987

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1900 (April 16) Bulk rate newspaper / periodical payment receipt at One cent per pound; total of 185 pounds, paid with 50c Widow Weeds block of three, Numeral 10c pair and single and 1c strip of three and pair, all tied by Union St. Toronto roller cancels; oval Toronto St'n R.M.S. / No. 1 APR 16 1900 datestamp at top; on reverse another receipt for 17 cents dated April 23, 1900, F-VF (Unitrade 47, 75, 83)

Est. $300+

988

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1880 (January 9) Remarkable "Second Afghan War" cover mailed from Kingston to Captain H. Sandbach (Royal Artillery) of the (24th) Hazara Mountain Battery, shortly after British Victory of the Siege of the Sherpur Cantonment held in Kabul. Franked with pair of Montreal printing 5c dark olive grey perf 12 tied by cork cancels, negligible perf flaws at top due to placement near edge of envelope. Kingston JA 9 80 dispatch at left, endorsed via "Brindisi" to Landi Kotal, Afghanistan in what is now known as the Tribal Areas of Northwest Pakistan, before being forwarded by Military personnel to Kabul; London JA 26 80 small red CDS, Brindisi 30 1 CDS and Indian Sea Post Office 5 FEB transit backstamps. A very rare cover paying the 5 cent UPU letter rate plus a 5 cent UPU authorized surtax for delivery of mail to a remote location. One of only four covers paying the 10 cent rate to India and Afghanistan between August 1878 and October 1880. A very rare and highly desirable Afghan War cover of and an absolute postal history showpiece, VF (Unitrade 38)

Literature: "A Second Afghan War Cover" by George Arfken, Maple Leaf journal, Volume 23, Number 3, June 1993, Whole Number 243, pages 75-77.
George Arfken "Canada and the Universal Postal Union" BNAPS handbook, page 62

Provenance: "November" Collection, Christie's Robson Lowe, February 1994; Lot 296
S.J. Menich, Firby, June 2000; Lot 81
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 356

ONLY FOUR SMALL QUEEN AFGHAN WAR COVERS ARE RECORDED BY GEORGE ARFKEN, THIS ONE BEING THE SECOND EARLIEST. A WONDERFUL COVER PERFECT FOR A SERIOUS POSTAL HISTORY COLLECTION.

Est. $6,000+

989

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1877 (August 20) A spectacular, remarkably fresh cover endorsed "Via New York, Brindisi" from Montreal to New South Wales, Australia with an impressive Pre-UPU 25 cent franking, consisting of a 5c olive green and 10c deep lilac rose pair, Montreal printings perf 12, small flaw on right 10c, neatly tied by Montreal duplex, 5c further tied by light Detroit Paid All SEP 4 circular transit postmark in red and large "10" with zero changed with red crayon "2" for "12" denoting credit was paid to US post office; arriving in Sydney NSW OC 12 and same-day delivery to Goulburn, NSW with respective backstamps. A remarkable cover in all respects and undoubtedly one of the most impressive and desirable Ten cent Small Queen covers to Australia, VF (Unitrade 38, 40b)

Provenance: Don Bown (The "Ten" Auction), Eaton & Sons, June 1995; Lot 2181
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 449

THE EARLIEST REPORTED COVER BEARING THE TEN CENT SMALL QUEEN STAMP TO AUSTRALIAN STATES. A GLORIOUS SHOWPIECE.

This cover was overpaid - the letter rate per half ounce to New South Wales in 1877 was 20 cent through Brindisi, plus Cunard 2 cent surtax via New York for 22-cent pre-UPU letter rate. The other possible rate was 15 cent via the US through San Francisco. Rate tables to the Australian States during the 1870s where frequently changing and very confusing to Postmasters. As a result, letters were often (intentionally) overfranked to increase their chance of being delivered, avoiding penalties, delays or at worst having the letter sent back to sender due to insufficient postage.

Est. $6,000+

990

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1877 (November 28) Manila cover from Kincardine, Ontario to Sydney, New South Wales, bearing Montreal printing 5c olive green strip of three and single 1c yellow, all perf 11½x12, tied by concentric rings, Kincardine split ring dispatch CDS at left, endorsed "Via San Francisco" in manuscript with red Detroit Paid All NOV 30 transit; reverse shows neat backstamps with Hamilton NO 29 77 split ring, San Francisco DEC 6 CDS, Sydney JA 28 78 receiver and oval "Too Late" instructional marking. Couple minor aesthetic cover repairs. An appealing and very rare pre-UPU cover to New South Wales, Fine (Unitrade 35d, 38a)

Postal rates to the Australian States were notoriously confusing to Postmasters. For example in 1877 the rate to New South Wales was 15c per half ounce, via the US. However, mail to four other Australian Colonies was 8c per half ounce. Additionally, the postal rate at that time to all Australian States via Southampton, United Kingdom as of October 1876 was 16c per half ounce. Letters such as this example were often sent with extra postage to cover cost in the event of forwarding via a different route.

Est. $2,000+

991

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1891 (August 23) Registered cover endorsed "via Brindisi" to Sydney, New South Wales, bearing an impressive multiple franking of Ottawa printing 3c vermilion (two pairs and two singles) and two 5c grey, tied by light grids, oval "R" registry handstamp at right, Toronto split ring dispatch, New York registration label affixed, oval Registered 4 SP 91 London transit ties both 5c; on reverse Windsor AU 24, Chicago AUG 25, double oval New York 8-27 and Registered Letter G.P.O. Sydney N.S.W. OC 9 91 backstamp. Pays an extremely rare registered non-UPU letter rate to New South Wales - at the time of mailing registration was 15 cents and mail via England (and Brindisi as of October 1880) was 19 cents per half ounce - letter underpaid by 6 cents without due markings. A fabulous registered cover to the Australian States, F-VF (Unitrade 41, 42)

Provenance: Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, November 2015; Lot 452

Census: One of only three known non-UPU registered Small Queen covers to the Australian States.

Although underpaid by 6 cents, the cover was sent late August 1891; at this time Australia and New Zealand had confusing and frequently changing rate tables. The likely reason no due marking was levied is that both the registration fee and postal rates were reduced October 1, 1891 (cover arrived at Sydney October 9) when the Australian states and New Zealand joined the UPU. On October 1, 1891 new rates were set at 5c per half ounce; registration was also reduced to 5c.

Est. $4,000+

992

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1887 (September 15) A fresh white cover mailed to Melbourne, slightly reduced at right, bearing a choice horizontal strip of three 5c brownish olive, Montreal printing, perf 12, tied by clear Brantford duplex, via San Francisco with SEP 22 and SEP 23 transits, Melbourne OC 19 receiver backstamps. Pays an attractive 15 cent Non-UPU letter rate to Victoria State, VF (Unitrade 38)

Est. $600+

993

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1875 (December 1) Bluish cover to Nassau endorsed "by steamer Dallas from New York", franked with Montreal printing 3c red pair and two singles perf 11½x12 cancelled by indistinct four-ring numerals (should be "38"), St. Catharines split ring dispatch at left; couple tears at right and backflap gone. Clear New York DEC 15 transit CDS in red with red crayon "6" for US claim and blue crayon "8" for Bahamas charge on delivery. A very rare 12 cent (up to one ounce) pre-UPU rate to the Bahamas (in effect October 1875 to end of July 1878). An impressive double rate Small Queen cover to this exotic destination, F-VF (Unitrade 37e) ex. “November” Collection (February 1994; Lot 295)

Est. $2,500+

994

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1877 (May 31) White cover in an excellent state of preservation, mailed from South Zorra, Ontario to Kandy, Ceylon, British East Indies, franked with Montreal printings consisting of an impressive horizontal strip of four of 5c slate green perf 11½x12 and a single 2c green perf 12, pen cancelled with South Zorra split ring dispatch at right, London Paid 15 JU 78, clear backstamps of Woodstock and Hamilton JU 1 78, along with Kandy JY 25 Paid CDS receiver, manuscript "6½" in red crayon denoting British claim. A rare and impressive 22c pre-UPU cover to Ceylon paying the 20c letter rate via the Brindisi route (effective April 1877) plus the 2c Cunard Surtax for mail transitting via New York, VF; 2005 RPSL cert. (Unitrade 36, 38a)

Provenance: Claude Dagenais, Harmers SA, May 2005; Lot 28

Est. $5,000+

995

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1879 (February 28) Clean orange cover to Ceylon endorsed "Via Brindisi" and franked with two manuscript cancelled pairs of 5c olive green, Montreal printing perf 12, couple minute perf flaws, South Zorra split ring dispatch at left, red London Paid MR 11 79 transit; on reverse Woodstock MR 1, Hamilton MR 1 and Colombo AP 17 transits, Kandy AP 18 receiver. An impressive and very early UPU letter rate to Ceylon paying double the 10c per half ounce via Brindisi route (effective August 1st, 1878), rarely seen rate to this exotic & remote British Colony, VF (Unitrade 38)

Est. $1,500+

996

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1878 (October 15) Pristine cover with intact red wax seal on reverse mailed from Toronto to Suez, Arabia (Egypt) bearing a single 10c lilac rose, Montreal printing perf 12, tied by grid cancel, Toronto OC 15 78 CDS alongside, sent via England with clear London Paid 28 OC 78 circular transit in red, clear Poste Egiziane Alessandria and Poste Egiziane Suez postmarks on reverse. Cover slightly reduced at left; pays the newly adopted 5c UPU letter rate plus 5c UPU surtax for a remote location. A glorious single-franking cover to Egypt - extremely rare and especially attractive being mailed shortly after Canada joined the UPU on August 1st, 1878. Ranking among the finest and most desirable Ten cent UPU frankings extant, VF (Unitrade 40)

Provenance: Unknown collection, Sissons, Sale 365, October 1976; Lot 438
Small Queen Postal History from a Private Collection, Eastern Auctions, October 2014; Lot 1228
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, November 2015; Lot 359

According to George Arfken's article titled: "Postal Usage of Canada's 10c Small Queen", published in BNA Topics Whole No. 457, Fourth Quarter 1993, census Table 1 (listing 239 covers), this is the earliest reported UPU era (after August 1, 1878) cover bearing a Ten cent Small Queen.

Est. $5,000+

997

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (January) 3c Red postal envelope uprated with 2c green Small Queen tied by light Montreal duplex, paying the 5c UPU letter rate to Finland with clear London JA 16 and Helsingfors (20.1.93) receiver backstamp; a very scarce destination franked with a Small Queen, VF (Unitrade 36, Webb EN8)

Est. $350+

998

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1874 (February 13) Unsealed cover paying a very scarce four cent pre-UPU circular rate to France, franked with pair of 2c deep green, Montreal printing perf 11½x12, tied by light Quebec duplex, Calais (26 Fevr) transit in red below; light foxing and central fold away from stamps, a desirable and elusive pre-UPU non-letter mail, Fine (Unitrade 36e)

Provenance: Victor Willson non-letter mail Collection, Eastern Auctions, October 2013; Lot 1001
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 399

Est. $500+

999

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (October 24) Yellow cover from St. Hyacinthe to Paris with neat three-colour franking of First Ottawa 1c orange, 3c rose and 6c yellow brown, partially legible "Leaf" fancy cancels, double arc dispatch left, red London PAID 4 NO 72, one of two oval "PD" and Calais transit ties stamps, Paris 6 NOV receiver; light edge wear, couple light vertical folds and backflap missing, still an attractive and correctly paid quarter ounce weight ten cent pre-UPU cover to France - the ten cent Small Queen only came into circulation two years later, Fine+ (Unitrade 35ii, 37a, 39 early printing) ex. George Arfken (May 1997; Lot 1065)

Est. $500+

1000

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1874 (June 15) Cover from Montreal to Paris, devoid of the usual flaws so prevalent on pre-UPU covers to France. Bearing a nicely centered Montreal printing 6c deep yellow brown pair perf 11½x12 tied by Montreal duplex, London Paid 29 JU 74, red oval "PD" handstamp, Calais 29 JUIN transit CDS and Paris receiver backstamps, pays a 10c pre-UPU letter rate (¼ ounce) plus 2c Cunard Packet surtax for a letter via New York, VF, very scarce especially in such selected condition. (Unitrade 39b)

Est. $1,500+

1001

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1875 (February 17) A remarkably clean cover mailed from St. Hyacinthe, Quebec to France, bearing Montreal printing 6c yellow brown and very well centered slightly overlapping pair of 2c deep green, all perf 11½x12, neatly tied by segmented corks, the required rate was 16c for double weight, INSUFFICIENTLY PAID instructional straightline and French charge "12" (décimes) rate marking along with accountancy mark "GB / 2F"; on reverse Montreal, London, Paris, Vesinet transit and arrival CDS. An impressive cover in pristine condition, such superior traits are hard to find on any pre-UPU cover to France, rare as such, XF (Unitrade 36e, 39b)

Provenance: George Arfken, Firby Auctions, February 1997; Lot 1080
S.J. Menich, Firby Auctions, June 2000; Lot 156

The 10 cent rate applied to the first 1/4 ounce plus 6c for the next 1/4 ounce for service by Canadian packet from October 1870 to January 1876. This unusual scale / rate combination to France often resulted in shortpaid rates and were treated as totally unpaid.

Est. $2,500+

1002

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1875 (October 20) Clean cover from La Patrie, Quebec to Castelsarrasin, France, bearing a 10c franking made up with a 6c yellow brown, First Ottawa and 2c deep green pair Montreal printing, perf 11½x12, deemed a half ounce weight letter - the required rate was 16c (double weight - half ounce letter), INSUFFICIENTLY PAID instructional marking and French charge "12" (décimes) marking and accountancy mark "GB / 2F"; on reverse Montreal, Cookshire, London, Paris, Toulouse transits and Castelsarrasin receiver. A beautiful pre-UPU cover to France, VF (Unitrade 36e, 39 early printing)

Provenance: John Siverts, Maresch Sale 231, September 1989; Lot 416
Ted Nixon, Eastern Auctions, March 2012; Lot 112
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 401

The 10c rate applied to the first 1/4 ounce plus 6c for the next 1/4 ounce, for service by Canadian packet October 1870 to January 1876.

Est. $1,500+

1003

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1877 (February 26) An unusually clean envelope endorsed "Via New York" sent from Montreal to Bordeaux, bearing 3c orange red pair (oxidized colour) and a 6c dark yellow brown, Montreal printings perf 11½x12, tied by superb Montreal duplex, red London Paid 12 MR 77 CDS in red, Calais red transit, manuscript "3" for British claim, Bordeaux 13 MARS 77 arrival CDS on back. An unusual 12c franking paying the newly revised half ounce 10 cent pre-UPU letter rate (effective January 1876) plus 2c Cunard Packet surtax for service via New York. An appealing and very scarce pre-UPU Cunard rate cover, correctly prepaid to France, VF (Unitrade 37iii, 39b) ex. George Arfken (May 1997; Lot 1085)

Est. $1,000+

1004

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (December 12) Clean cover mailed to France franked with Ottawa printing three pairs of ½c black and single 2c green, all nicely tied by clear Ottawa 3 / DE 12 / 93 Type I squared circles, Parthenay receiver; light central fold. An unusual and appealing franking paying the 5c UPU letter rate to France, VF (Unitrade 34, 36)

Est. $150+

1005

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1896 (August 18) La Compagnie d'Approvisionnements Alimentaires de Montreal envelope sent registered to France, bearing Ottawa printing 5c grey with three singles and a pair tied by oval "R" registry handstamps, light Montreal precursor squared circle at left; two stamps and edge of cover with minor faults. Pays a quadruple UPU letter rate (20c), plus 5c registration; an unusual registered, multiple weight franking to France, Fine (Unitrade 42)

Est. $500+

1006

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (March 10) 3c Carmine postal letter card (Setting 1; Perforation A) sealed with labels, uprated with Ottawa printing 2c green & 5c grey perf 12, mailed registered from Toronto to Saxony and cancelled by Spadina Avenue Toronto duplex, the registration fee paid with the 5c stamp tied by oval "R" registry handstamp, London transit and clear Weesenstein CDS receiver backstamp. Visually striking, an elusive UPU registered letter card to Germany, VF (Unitrade 36i, 42, Webb L1)

Est. $500+

1007

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1896 (October 19) Windsor Hotel, Montreal illustrated advertising cover to Germany, bearing a large margined Ottawa printing 5c grey tied by neat Montreal Flag "E" cancellation, paying 5c UPU letter rate to Berlin, Germany with 30.10 receiver backstamp, VF (Unitrade 42)

Est. $200+

1008

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN Undated (early 1890s) 1c blue on cream post band for newspaper or journal in clean condition, uprated with 1c yellow Ottawa printing perf 12 tied by mute grid. Pays the UPU transient newspaper rate - 2 cent (up to 4 ounces) to Honolulu, Hawaii. The USA annexed Hawaii in 1898 and this item, being earlier, was treated as "transient newspapers going overseas" as distinct from going to the US (charged at Canadian internal rate), VF (Unitrade 35, Webb W5) ex. Ted Nixon (March 2012; Lot 74)

Est. $500+

1009

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1893 (December 16) A clean Geological Survey Department Ottawa OHMS stationery envelope franked with an Ottawa printing 5c grey tied by Ottawa Type I squared circle, pays 5c UPU letter rate to Hungary, an unusual destination; on reverse London DE 28 CDS transit in red and bold Budapest DEC 30 arrival backstamps, VF (Unitrade 42)

Provenance: George Arfken, Firby Auctions, February 1997; Lot 1126

Est. $500+

1010

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (September 27) A choice cover from Kingston to Dr. John R. Dickson, Assistant Surgeon, Allahabad, India, bearing First Ottawa 1c orange, 3c rose red and single and pair 6c dark yellow brown, all attractively cancelled by fancy hollow Star of Kingston (Lacelle 936), dispatch CDS at left, London PAID 8 OC 72 transit CDS further ties 3c & 6c; on reverse Sea Post Office oval, Allahabad 10 NOV 72 oval receiver in red; annotated "Dead" (Dr. Dickson died of Cholera September 13, 1872 - reported in November edition of Canada Medical and Surgical Journal), rated "1d" and UNCLAIMED instructional marking in red, entering Bombay DLO 28 FE 1873 and Canada DLO MY 10 1873. One of the highlights of the collection - a very rare three-colour 22 cent pre-UPU cover to India, one of two known with this franking. A great cover of the highest order, VF (Unitrade 35ii, 37a, 39 early printing)

Provenance: Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 434

Est. $6,000+

1011

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (September 6) Envelope in an excellent state of preservation bearing First Ottawa 2c dark green pair and 6c dark yellow brown single and pair tied by fancy Star cancels of Kingston (Lacelle 936), trivial perf flaws at top, a beautiful cover sent to Dr. J.R. Dickson, Assistant Surgeon at Allahabad, India, Kingston SP 6 72 dispatch CDS, London PAID 18 SP 72 transit datestamp; on reverse Sea Post Office oval, Allahabad 19 OC 72 receiver. Cover annotated "Dead" with rated "1d" and UNCLAIMED red handstamps, entering Bombay Dead Letter Office 28 FE 73 with superb backstamp and sent back to Canada with Dead Letter Office MY 10 1873 CDS. A superb, fresh cover with an impressive franking for the 22 cent pre-UPU letter rate via the UK to India, VF (Unitrade 36, 39 early printing)

Provenance: Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 433

Of the ten covers pertaining to the Dickson correspondence found in 2014, five are sound condition and three of those display this 2c & 6c franking.

Est. $5,000+

1012

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (July 19) An exceptional cover with original letter from Kingston to John Dickson, Assistant Surgeon at Allahabad, India, bearing an impressive strip of seven First Ottawa printing 3c rose red and single 1c orange, perf flaws due to placement, a wonderful cover with fabulous appeal, each stamp with radial fancy cancel, Kingston JY 19 72 dispatch CDS further ties 1c stamp, clear London PAID 25 JY 72 transit in red; on reverse Sea Post Office oval, Allahabad 2 SEP receiver, marked "Dead" and entering Bombay Dead Letter Office 14 DE 72 with superb oval datestamp, sent back to Canada to Dead Letter Office MR 15 1873. A remarkable well-travelled cover with an equally impressive franking paying the 22 cent pre-UPU letter rate via Southampton, UK effective as of February 1870, F-VF (Unitrade 35ii, 37a)

The enclosed letter refers to full prepaid letters being further charged in India. The sender will see P.M.G. Campbell the next day and will ask why this is. The letter also refers to the Dominion Elections and to Sir John A. Macdonald.

Est. $3,500+

1013

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1879 (March 12) A folded envelope representing an early double UPU letter rate to Modena, Italy, its rarity further accentuated by a mixed-issue Large & Small Queen franking consisting of Large Queen ½c black perf 12 pair plus three Small Queen 2c green singles and a 3c red, Montreal printings perf 11½x12, attractively tied by Millbrook split rings dispatch datestamps, neat Montreal MR 13 79 split ring transit on back, clear London PAID 26 MR 79 circular transit in red, light Modena 28 / 3 79 arrival CDS struck on reverse; small opening tears at top away from stamps, part of envelope folded for presentation. One of the very few instances of an in-period usage of Large and Small Queen stamps used together during the UPU era (post August 1st, 1878) to a Foreign destination, most striking, F-VF (Unitrade 21, 36e, 37e)

The Half cent Small Queen stamp was only issued late October 1881.

Est. $2,000+

1014

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1886 (May 25) A most attractive cover mailed from Hamilton to Tokyo, Japan via San Francisco, bearing Montreal printing 5c olive grey perf 12 tied by Hamilton duplex with partial San Francisco transit and Yokohama 19 JUN receiver backstamps. A rare early 5c UPU letter rate to Japan, VF (Unitrade 38)

Provenance: George Arfken, Firby Auctions, May 1997, Lot 1165
S.J. Menich, Firby Auctions, June 2000; Lot 200
Ted Nixon Small Queen Collection, Eastern Auctions, March 2012; Lot 222
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 442

Est. $1,000+

1015

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1888 (November 10) Envelope from St. Catharines, Ontario to Tokyo paying the 5c UPU letter rate with Montreal printing 5c olive green perf 12, small flaws, tied by duplex dispatch; on reverse Hamilton, Windsor, San Francisco transits and Japanese receiver. Cover with couple surface thins and crease at centre, four scrolls attached to cover at left with translations or directional markings in Japanese add to its overall appeal, a rare destination (prior to 1890s), Fine

Provenance: Bill Simpson Collection, Part I, Maresch Sale 304, March 1996; Lot 214)
S.J. Menich, Firby Auctions, June 2000; Lot 201
Small Queen Postal History, private collection, Eastern Auctions, October 2012; Lot 1846
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 444

Est. $500+

1016

CANADA - 15 REGISTRATION STAMPS 1893 (June 13) One cent blue postal envelope uprated with Ottawa printing 1c yellow, 3c vermilion perf 12 and 5c green RLS, all tied by Barrie dispatch CDS and mailed registered to Zacatecas, Mexico; on reverse Windsor, U.S. Registered Chicago, Laredo Texas straightline transits and Zacatecas CDS receiver. A very attractive Registered Letter Stamp franked cover to Mexico. Extremely rare as none are reported in the census tabulated by Harrison, Arfken & Lussey in "Canada's Registered Mail 1802-1909" handbook, VF (Unitrade 35, 41, F2, Webb EN3)

We are aware of only one other 5c RLS cover to Mexico, a 3c postal envelope uprated with ½c black strip of four, heavily cancelled.

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES

1017

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1887 (February 8) Folded wrapper from Meteorological Office in pristine condition mailed from Toronto to Norway bearing a fresh Montreal printing 2c green perf 12 tied by clear Toronto duplex grid "1", red London FE 21 transit backstamp. A particularly rare double UPU printed matter rate to Norway (up to 4 ounces), no doubt the finest extant, XF (Unitrade 36)

Provenance: Small Queen Postal History, private collection, Eastern Auctions, February 2014; Lot 506
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 458

Est. $750+

1018

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1872 (July 19) Small cover with appeal, from the Colonel Ludwig Christ correspondence to Chur, Switzerland, franked with First Ottawa printing pair of 2c dark green and a 6c yellow brown, tied by unusual cork grid cancels, light Ottawa split ring dispatch at foot, oval "PD" handstamp in red, British claim "3" and "20" in red crayon; routed via England & Belgium to avoid the higher French transit fees, superb London PAID 29 JY 72 transit CDS in red, Chur 31 VII 72 CDS receiver backstamp. A particularly choice and attractive 10 cent pre-UPU letter rate to Switzerland, VF (Unitrade 36 & 39 early printings)

Provenance: Bill Simpson, Part II, Maresch Sale 307, May 1996; Lot 80
S.J. Menich, Firby Auctions, June 2000; Lot 238 - realized US$2,500 hammer.

Est. $2,000+

1019

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1888 (January 2) One cent blue postal envelope uprated with Montreal printings 1c yellow and 3c red perf 12 tied by Quebec duplex to Constantinople, Turkey, very clear British Post Office Constantinople JA 23 88 CDS receiver backstamp. A most appealing UPU cover to Turkey, choice with bright fresh colours, VF+ (Unitrade 35i, 37, Webb EN3)

Provenance: John Siverts, Maresch Sale 227, May 1989; Lot 1063
Small Queen Postal History, private collection, Eastern Auctions, October 2012; Lot 1822
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 481

Est. $750+

1020

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1895 (December 28) An exceptional cover mailed registered to Turks Island, West Indies, franked with Ottawa printing pair and strip of three of the 2c green, choice and neatly tied by Bathurst St. / Toronto DE 28 95 duplex, oval "R" registry handstamp at right, double oval New York 12 - 31 1895 transit backstamp. Pays the 5c UPU letter rate plus 5c registration. A beautiful cover of great rarity as very few are known (any franking or rate) to this exotic destination, VF (Unitrade 36i)

Provenance: George Arfken, Firby Auctions, May 1997, Lot 1239
Small Queen Postal History, private collection, Eastern Auctions, February 2014; Lot 524
Daniel Cantor Small Queen Collection, Sparks, November 2015; Lot 483

Literature: Illustrated and discussed in George Arfken "Canada's Small Queen Era" book on pages 294-295 (Figure 19).

Est. $1,250+

1021

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1873 (February 1) Registered cover to Birmingham, England bearing a rarely seen franking consisting of First Ottawa printings 2c emerald green (minor flaws) and single and a pair of 6c yellow brown, unusually tied by Paris, Ont split ring dispatch, additional strike at right. Two different coloured REGISTERED straightlines and RPO Registered G.W.R. boxed handstamp struck in transit, two additional strikes on back with partly legible RPO and same-day Hamilton FE 1 73 transit. An extraordinary 12c double Allan Line rate plus 8c registration fee paid with postage stamps; a precursor to the mandatory franking of an 8c Registered Letter Stamp (in effect November - December 1875). An exhibition worthy cover with wonderful eye-appeal, VF (Unitrade 36e, 39 early printings)

Provenance: John Ayre Maresch Sale 138-139, February 1982; Lot 769
S.J. Menich, Firby, June 2000; Lot 141
Michael Rixon, November 2001; Lot 203
Horace Harrison, Bennett Auctions, February 2003; Lot 139

Est. $2,500+

1022

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1878 (January 11) Small envelope showing part of Government Departmental handstamp (appears to be the very rare "Marine & Fisheries / Canada" in red, Davis DMF-2; RF 5 - highest rarity factor), stamp placed over this handstamp, Montreal printing 10c deep rose lilac perf 12 and tied by segmented cork, Ottawa JA 11 78 CDS dispatch at left, addressed to Ireland with neat Londonderry Paid Col Packet JA 22 78 CDS in red, Belfast transit and Ballymena arrival postmarks; small opening tears away from stamp. A rare Departmental handstamp cover mailed pre-UPU to the UK; pays double the preferred letter rate, F-VF (Unitrade 40)

Est. $500+

1023

CANADA - 5 SMALL QUEEN 1892 (November 19) Wells, Fargo & Co. Express Victoria, British Columbia printed frank in black on white envelope, Ottawa printing 3c vermilion perf 12, colour oxidized but attractively tied by light oval Wells, Fargo & Co's / Express / NOV 19 1892 / Victoria, B.C. in violet, neat similar type express datestamp of San Francisco NOV 22 9AM below; small corner fault. A nice late usage of the express company service, F-VF (R. Lowe HS-35; Unitrade 41)

Est. $300+

1024

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES Engraved Die Proof of vignette printed in brown on india 67 x 83mm, crest and motto at foot, imprint "Queen Victoria, American Bank Note Co. NY" and die number "C-71" below. A remarkable and rarely seen proof, XF

Est. $1,000+

1025

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES Engraved Die Proof of vignette printed in violet on india 67 x 83mm, crest and motto at foot, natural india corner fold at top right, imprint "Queen Victoria, American Bank Note Co. NY" and die number "C-71" below; a fabulous coloured proof and an ideal frontispiece to an 1897 Diamond Jubilee collection, VF

Est. $1,000+

1026

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES Engraved Die Proof of vignette printed in carmine on india 71 x 90mm, a few peripheral natural india flaws, full die sinkage, crest and motto below along with imprint "Queen Victoria, American Bank Note Co. NY" and die number "C-71". A very attractive and seldom encountered proof, which the 1897 Diamond Jubilee series was based on, VF

Est. $750+

1027

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 54,Precisely centered mint single, rich colour and full pristine original gum, XF NH

Cat. $300+

1028

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 55,A choice, large margined mint example, well centered with bright colour on fresh paper, VF NH

Cat. $900

1029

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 55i,An impressive mint example with exceptionally colour and showing Re-entry plate variety (Position 44; Trimble Re-entry No. 2) with marks in all the letters of "POSTAGE", well centered within large margins. A scarce plate variety, VF NH

While there are two known re-entries on the 6 cent Jubilee (both with distinctive marks in "POSTAGE") Unitrade does not indicate which position they come from.

Cat. $2,700

1030

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 56,A marvelous corner margin mint example with wonderful eye-appeal, nicely centered within oversized margins, deep rich colour. A great stamp that really stands out, VF NH JUMBO

Cat. $600+

1031

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 56,An exceptional mint single as fresh as the day it was printed, well centered with full unblemished original gum; a great stamp, VF+ NH

Cat. $600+

1032

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 57,A spectacular mint example surrounded by superb large margins, brilliant colour on fresh paper and with full pristine original gum; a wonderful stamp with superior attributes, XF NH JUMBO

Cat. $750+

1033

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 57i,An exceptionally fresh mint single with huge margins, showing the Major Re-entry (Position 5 - the best of all known plate varieties found on the Diamond Jubilee series) with prominent marks in the "Crown", doubling in "VR", ovals, "1837 / 1897", etc., tiny moisture spot on gum; a superb stamp in all respects, VF+ NH JUMBO

Cat. $1,500+

1034

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 58,A well centered, fresh mint single with bright colour and full original gum; VF NH; 2009 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,350

1035

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 58,A selected mint single, nicely centered with intact perforations and full pristine original gum; VF NH

Cat. $1,350

1036

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59, 59iii,A nicely centered mint block showing Re-entry (Position 2) plate variety with characteristic marks in "P" of "POSTAGE" and oval below, VF H

Cat. $2,100

1037

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59,An attractive used block, reasonably centered with bright fresh colour, each stamp with Guelph NO 19 98 CDS postmark, F-VF

Cat. $730

1038

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59,A select mint example, well centered with lovely bright colour on fresh paper, full original gum; a very nice example of this challenging stamp, VF NH

Cat. $1,350

1039

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59ii,A superb mint example displaying the "W-E" joined variety (Position 15), remarkably fresh and well centered with full pristine original gum. One of the finest examples one can hope to find, VF NH; 2007 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $2,700+

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59-65,A complete unused set of seven with SPECIMEN handstamp; $1 with small thin and $3 with corner crease, the $2 & $4 with exceptional colour and unusually well centered for these. A Fine and scarce set (Unitrade cat. $2,600 as fine)

1040

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 59-65,A complete unused set of seven with SPECIMEN handstamp; $1 with small thin and $3 with corner crease, the $2 & $4 with exceptional colour and unusually well centered for these. A Fine and scarce set (Unitrade cat. $2,600 as fine)

Est. $500+

1041

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 60,An exceptionally fresh and precisely centered mint single with bright colour on fresh paper, negligible gum ripple, possessing full original gum; a superior example of this challenging stamp, XF NH; clear 2002 PF cert.

Cat. $1,500+

1042

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 60i,An exceptionally well centered mint single with large margins, distinctive deeper shade on fresh white paper, full original gum; a notoriously difficult stamp to find with such superior traits, XF NH; 1996 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,800+

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 61P-65P,Choice plate proof pairs of the five high values in issued colours on card mounted india paper, bright fresh colours and large margins, VF-XF (Unitrade cat. $9,400)

1043

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 61P-65P,Choice plate proof pairs of the five high values in issued colours on card mounted india paper, bright fresh colours and large margins, VF-XF (Unitrade cat. $9,400)

Est. $2,500+

1044

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 61P,A choice plate proof in the issued colour on card mounted india, sheet margin at left, the key value of the set, XF

Cat. $1,500

1045

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 62,A fabulous mint example displaying its true rich colour, superior centering within large margins and full unblemished original gum, never hinged. A great stamp in all respects that is seldom encountered in such premium quality, VF+ NH

Cat. $8,000

1046

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 62,An unusually well centered used block of six with amazing true deep colour, properly used with roller cancellations of Union Station, Toronto; faint wrinkling on end pairs, a very scarce postally used block of this high value, VF (Unitrade cat. $3,600)

Est. $1,000+

1047

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 63,A choice mint example of this key stamp, well centered with rich colour, full original gum, very lightly hinged, VF; 2010 Greene Foundation cert. (as "NH")

Cat. $2,000+

1048

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 64,A superb, post office fresh mint single of this challenging stamp, with fabulous true pastel colour on fresh paper, beautifully centered with full unblemished original gum, NEVER HINGED. A wonderful stamp for the discriminating collector, XF NH GEM; 2007 PF and 2020 Greene Foundation certificates

Cat. $8,000+

1049

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 65,A nicely centered mint example of this sought-after high value, brilliant fresh colour with full original gum, NEVER HINGED; light bend and gum wrinkles, VF; 2015 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade 65; cat. $8,000)

Est. $2,000+

1050

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 69,Progressive Die Proof, engraved, stamp-size in violet red on thick bluish green wove paper (0.005" thick), small margins, showing white arcs with partial horizontal lines in oval at sides (McLaughlin Style B). A rare initial stage coloured proof, F-VF (Minuse & Pratt 69PX Cc) A similar proof with somewhat larger margins sold in our November 2023 sale; Lot 400 for $1,100 hammer.

Est. $500+

1051

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 70,A bright fresh mint single, well centered with full unblemished original gum, VF NH

Cat. $900

1052

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 72,An outstanding mint Plate 1 block of eight, remarkably well centered and displaying exceptionally bright colour, natural gum inclusion on top left stamp and a few split perfs entirely in margin sensibly supported by small hinges, all eight stamps are NEVER HINGED. No doubt among the choicest plate multiples that exist, VF (Unitrade cat. $10,800 plus 50% premium for a plate multiple)

Est. $5,000+

1053

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 75vi,A superb, very large margined imperforate pair, ungummed as issued, XF

Cat. $900

1054

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 77d variety,Imperforate vertical strip of three of the distinctive die, clear horizontal mesh paper associated with the booklet pane sheets (see Unitrade 77ei footnote) where the rare tête-bêche panes and pairs originated; an interesting item for the specialist, VF+ (Unitrade cat. for a pair)

Cat. $1,500+

1055

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 79a,A fresh mint imperforate pair on the distinctive horizontal mesh paper, full original gum, VF LH

Cat. $1,500

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII

1056

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, engraved, printed in blue green on thick white wove paper (0.0055" thick) 47 x 65mm, similar shade found on the issued stamp, very scarce, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-Ae)

Est. $1,000+

1057

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, engraved, printed in blue green on distinctive thin wove paper with clear vertical mesh (0.0025" thick) measuring 69 x 85mm, closely resembling one of the issued shades, shows complete die sinkage area, very scarce and most appealing, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-A, unlisted paper)

Est. $1,000+

1058

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, printed in black on thick white wove paper (0.0055" thick) measuring 73 x 63mm, very scarce, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-Ae)

Est. $1,000+

1059

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, engraved, printed in reddish brown on thick white wove paper (0.0055" thick) measuring 70 x 82mm; couple natural paper inclusion spots, shows the complete die sinkage area, very scarce, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-Ae)

Est. $1,000+

1060

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, engraved, printed in blackish brown oddly overinked on bright fresh, thick white wove paper (0.0055" thick) measuring 67 x 83mm, shows complete die sinkage area, visually striking, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-Ae, unlisted colour)

Est. $1,000+

1061

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 89,Large Die Essay with white numerals, engraved, printed in grey blue on white wove paper (0.0055" thick) measuring 55 x 68mm; a lovely essay in a strikingly beautiful colour, VF (Minuse & Pratt 89E-Ae, unlisted in this colour)

Est. $1,000+

1062

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90c,An impressive corner margin imperforate block of the much scarcer Type I, distinctive shade associated with Plate 1; minor wrinkle in selvedge only, ungummed as issued, VF

Characteristic small ink marks between stamps, allegedly done by Fred Jarrett - includes small handwritten note signed by Jarrett certifying it as Plate 1.

Cat. $2,200

1063

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90c,A large margined imperforate pair in the distinctive shade associated with Plate 1 imperforates, ungummed as issued, VF

Cat. $1,100

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90iv, v,A lovely matching set of three lower margin imperforate blocks, from Plate 43 with horizontal defacing line in red and Plates 31 & 32 (slightly different shades) with line in black; all three with full original gum. Latter two with natural paper inclusion on one and natural light gum creasing as often seen, nevertheless in superior condition than typically found, VF NH

Known as experimental printings, Plates 31 & 32 shows show wider impressions resulting from a dry printing on pre-gummed paper. Plate 43 has noticeably narrower impressions resulting from printing on damp paper which was later gummed.

1064

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90iv, v,A lovely matching set of three lower margin imperforate blocks, from Plate 43 with horizontal defacing line in red and Plates 31 & 32 (slightly different shades) with line in black; all three with full original gum. Latter two with natural paper inclusion on one and natural light gum creasing as often seen, nevertheless in superior condition than typically found, VF NH

Known as experimental printings, Plates 31 & 32 shows show wider impressions resulting from a dry printing on pre-gummed paper. Plate 43 has noticeably narrower impressions resulting from printing on damp paper which was later gummed.

Cat. $2,700

1065

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90iv,Imperforate pair of the experimental (wet) printing from Plate 43, characteristic horizontal line in red, bright and fresh, VF NH

Cat. $450

1066

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 90xxxiii,The experimental coil in a vertical mint pair with vending machine rouletting (Type I), well centered with bright fresh colour, very scarce in such premium condition, VF hinged; 2024 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade cat. as F-VF)

Cat. $2,750

1067

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 92iii,A beautiful, post office fresh mint Plate 2 block of ten, printing order number "71" at right, reasonably well centered and printed in a nice bright shade, faint trace of hinging on lower right stamp not readily visible, the other nine stamps are never hinged. A lovely plate block, F-VF (Unitrade cat. $5,340 plus 50% premium for a plate multiple)

Est. $1,250+

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 96-103,The complete set of eight stamp-sized Die Proofs, engraved and printed in issued colours on distinctive white glazed, shiny surfaced thick wove paper, most unusual as the vast majority of known die proofs are printed either on india or on unsurfaced greyish card; a great set for the specialist, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt)

1068

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 96-103,The complete set of eight stamp-sized Die Proofs, engraved and printed in issued colours on distinctive white glazed, shiny surfaced thick wove paper, most unusual as the vast majority of known die proofs are printed either on india or on unsurfaced greyish card; a great set for the specialist, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt)

Est. $2,500+

1069

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 96,Superb "INDEX COPY" handstamped Large Die Essay displaying the Prince of Wales in Civilian Dress, printed in issued colour on india paper 75 x 62mm die sunk on large card 190 x 112mm with rounded corners at right; the hardened die with die number "F-192" and ABNC imprint, ABNC archival typewritten notes at top, annotated in pencil "Not used" at lower left and "PEM - Washed up photo reduction of engravings filed F1553" on reverse. A spectacular essay of the unadopted die and quite likely the ONLY KNOWN "INDEX CARD" example among the handful of Civilian Dress essays that exist, XF (Minuse & Pratt 96E-A, unlisted as "Index Copy")

Est. $3,000+

1070

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 96,Approved Large Die Proof printed in brown black, issued colour, on india 74 x 62mm die sunk on large card 175 x 122mm; the hardened die with die number "F-199" and ABNC imprint; annotated in black ink "approved" July 1908", VF (Minuse & Pratt 96P1a)

Est. $1,000+

1071

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 99,Approved Large Die Proof printed in issued colour on india 75 x 62mm die sunk on large card 177 x 127mm; the hardened die with die number "F-193" and ABNC imprint; annotated in red ink "I approve "RL pmg Jun 27th 1908" (Rodolphe Lemieux, Postmaster General), VF and appealing (Minuse & Pratt 99P1a)

Est. $1,000+

1072

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 100,Large Die Proof in issued colour on india paper 72 x 63mm, portion of untrimmed india paper visible on all sides; the hardened die with die number "F-197" and ABNC imprint. A beautiful proof in pristine condition, XF (Minuse & Pratt 100P1a)

Est. $750+

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES

1073

CANADA - 6 1897-1902 VICTORIAN ISSUES 101,Approved Large Die Proof in issued colour on india 75 x 63mm die sunk on large card 179 x 117mm; the hardened die with die number "F-195" and ABNC imprint; annotated in red ink "I approve "RL pmg Jun 27th 1908" (Rodolphe Lemieux, Postmaster General), VF and appealing (Minuse & Pratt 101P1a)

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII

1074

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 101a,Mint imperforate pair with large margins, VF OG

Cat. $1,000

1075

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 102,Large Die Proof in dark red orange on india, distinctive dark shade, 76 x 62mm, showing portion of untrimmed india paper visible on all sides; the hardened die with die number "F-196" and ABNC imprint. A superb proof, XF (Minuse & Pratt 102P1a)

Est. $750+

1076

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 103,Deputy Postmaster General Approved Large Die Proof printed in chestnut brown, near issued colour, on india 72 x 61mm die sunk on large card 176 x 114mm; the hardened die with die number "F-198" and ABNC imprint; annotated and initialed in ink "Approved July 10th, 1908 RMC" by R.M Coulter Deputy Postmaster General, less than a week before issue, appealing, VF (Minuse & Pratt 103P1a)

Est. $1,000+

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V

1077

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V An extraordinary collection offered intact. The first portion is a 10-frame exhibit collection that deservingly received a gold medal with special prize the last time it was exhibited in 2019. The second section is comprised of extensive supplementary material with many beautiful rate covers that complement the exhibit collection. The third part has recent purchases with many incredible destinations, some still in their original retail sleeves. The three sections together total about 700 covers and cards.

The collection includes myriad frankings of domestic mail with first and other classes of mail including, registered mail, elusive non-letter rates, beautiful advertising covers, airmail, shortpaid with postage dues, war tax, special delivery and WWI military mail, among others. Postcard rates focus on foreign destinations, with USA, Great Britain and a dizzying display of British Empire and Foreign destinations, which are some of the "la crème de la crème" of this fabulous lot. There are also extensive showings of registered covers, multiple colour frankings and seldom seen frankings. There is a spectacular array of destinations, for example Algeria, Angola, Brazil, British Guiana, Bulgaria, Cameroun, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dutch East Indies, Eastern Galicia, Ecuador, Estonia, Ethiopia, Gibraltar, Kenya, Haiti, Liberia, Libya, Lichtenstein, Korea (now North Korea), Mauritius, Mesopotamia, Monaco, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Reunion Island, Romania, Russia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South West Africa, Tunisia, Vatican, Venezuela, Yugoslavia, and more. Many destinations appear more than once with different rates and / or frankings. Overall quality is clean and selected throughout - a pleasure to behold.

A fabulous lot that will instantly catapult the winning bidder to the top, with one of the finest and most comprehensive Admiral postal history collections that exist.

Est. $50,000+

1078

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 106ii,A remarkable mint single, very well centered with large margins and sheet margin at foot, fabulous radiant colour, negligible gum inclusion; a very nice stamp, VF+ NH JUMBO; clear 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $150+

1079

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 106ix shade,A nicely centered, fresh mint single with large margins, visible "Hairlines" at sides, printed in an unusual darker shade, VF+ NH

Cat. $300

1080

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 108b shade,An impressive mint single, well centered with unusually large margins, lovely warm shade, full pristine original gum, VF+ NH JUMBO

Cat. $195+

1081

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 108c,An exceptionally well centered mint example with large margins, full pristine original gum; superb in all respects, XF NH GEM

Cat. $150+

1082

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 110b,A premium mint example, gorgeous colour, precise centering and full pristine original gum, XF NH

Cat. $300+

1083

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 111,A selected mint single, well centered with remarkably large margins for the issue, rich colour and full pristine original gum, VF NH

Cat. $900+

1084

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 116,A nicely centered, fresh mint block of four showing Type C lathework (about 75% strength), very lightly hinged on lower pair, VF+ H

Cat. $6,000

1085

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 116,A nicely centered, post office fresh mint single, the key stamp of the basic set, VF NH; 2021 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $1,200

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 118, 118b,Matching pair of large margined mint singles, the two listed shades; a select duo, VF+ NH

1086

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 118, 118b,Matching pair of large margined mint singles, the two listed shades; a select duo, VF+ NH

Cat. $420

1087

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 119,A superb large margined mint example, well centered within, will certainly stand out in anyone's collection, XF NH JUMBO

Cat. $450+

1088

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 122b,A nice mint example of this difficult first printing in the distinctive deeper shade, nicely centered with full unblemished original gum; one of the toughest Admiral stamps to find, VF NH

Cat. $1,600

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 123i-124i,Set of two mint paste-up pairs, unusually well centered for these, intact perforations and full original gum; hard to find this nice, VF NH

1089

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 123i-124i,Set of two mint paste-up pairs, unusually well centered for these, intact perforations and full original gum; hard to find this nice, VF NH

Cat. $2,400

1090

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 125ii shade,A remarkable mint coil strip of four in an amazing shade, radiant colour and impression, very well centered with full pristine original gum. A beautiful item for the shade enthusiast, VF+ NH (Cat. for normal blue green shade)

Cat. $500+

1091

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 130a,A fresh mint block with sheet margin at right, well centered for the issue- the left pair especially so, displaying radiant, post office colour with full original gum, F-VF NH

Cat. $2,615

1092

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 133,A superb mint single with well-balanced large margins, deep colour and full immaculate original gum; XF NH GEM

Cat. $300+

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V A remarkable set of six different Die Essays of the final proposed designs, which were never issued. Engraved and printed in a matching olive-black colour, unusually on yellowish card (0.01" to 0.011" thick) measuring about 70-72 x 58-61mm, each with respective die number above design; first three denominations with light card mounting thin and 20c with crease, VF appearance (Minuse & Pratt E-1b - E7b)

1093

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V A remarkable set of six different Die Essays of the final proposed designs, which were never issued. Engraved and printed in a matching olive-black colour, unusually on yellowish card (0.01" to 0.011" thick) measuring about 70-72 x 58-61mm, each with respective die number above design; first three denominations with light card mounting thin and 20c with crease, VF appearance (Minuse & Pratt E-1b - E7b)

Est. $2,500+

1094

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V A remarkable engraved Die Essay with an unlisted & unreported "1814 - 1914" imprint in the upper corners, slight differences in surrounding scroll below dates, printed in red orange on india paper 72 x 63mm die sunk on full-size card 228 x 151mm; light traces of foxing. A very rare essay - the first one we recall offering, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt)

The 2c essay is normally found in the hardened state, with die number "GO-50", printed in red or black, and showing four small circles along half-circle shading lines, located above both "2" value tablets. This essay shows an "1814" and "1914" imprint instead.

Est. $2,000+

1095

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V The "Index Copy" handstamped card with ABN archive affixed Die Essay, engraved, printed in red on india paper 63 x 38mm with die number "GO-50" on full sized card 230 x 152mm, displaying the four small circles above both "2" value tablets.ABNC archival notes on printing order "0-49" and in regards to other "not issued like this. Dates 1814 and 1914 added...", etc. Light adhesive staining to india and archival card, nevertheless a one-of-a-kind item, Fine (Minuse & Pratt E-2a)

Est. $750+

1096

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Progressive Die Essay of the Rejected Die with unfinished vignette, lacking shading lines on nose and frame with unshaded area above "SEVEN CENTS", printed in brown on india 76 x 65mm with untrimmed india paper surrounding sinkage area, die sunk on large card 140 x 118mm, faint spot on card at foot. A superb and visually striking essay, VF+ (Minuse & Pratt E-4c)

Est. $1,500+

1097

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Die Essay of the Rejected Die, engraved and printed in black with completed frames but rejected facial expression of the Prince of Wales, also his necktie has descending shading lines, on india paper 76 x 65mm die sunk on slightly larger card 90 x 80mm, attractive and rare, VF (Minuse & Pratt E-4d; unlisted in black)

Est. $1,500+

1098

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Large Die Essay of the Accepted Design with completed frames, modified facial expression and necktie with ascending shading lines, printed in olive green on india paper 77 x 64mm die sunk on larger card 149 x 126mm, showing die number "GO-57", scarce and appealing, VF (Minuse & Pratt E-4ea)

Est. $1,500+

1099

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Die Essay of the Accepted Die with completed frames, engraved and printed in dark brown with modified facial expression in the portrait, necktie now has ascending shading lines, on india paper 76 x 64mm with intact untrimmed india around sinkage area, die sunk on large card 155 x 110mm. A superb essay, XF (Minuse & Pratt E-4e, unlisted in this colour)

Est. $1,500+

1100

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Large Die Essay, engraved, printed in olive green - the intended colour on india paper 74 x 63mm, die sunk on large card 228 x 151mm; the unhardened die without die number. Allegedly rejected in favour of the Macdonald Monument which ultimately was never issued as well; couple minute age spots hardly worth mentioning, a superb and rare full-size die essay, VF (Minuse & Pratt E-5; unlisted in this colour)

Est. $1,500+

1101

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Large Die Essay, engraved, printed in violet black - the intended colour on india paper 75 x 64mm, die sunk on large card 153 x 128mm; the unhardened state without die number; couple small card thins well away from die sinkage area. A essay in an excellent state of preservation, appealing and VF (Minuse & Pratt E-6a)

Est. $1,500+

1102

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V Large Die Essay, engraved, printed in olive black - the intended colour on india paper 75 x 64mm, die sunk on large card 153 x 127mm; the unhardened die without die number, couple small card thins well away from die sinkage area. By far, the rarest of all denominations, VF (Minuse & Pratt E-8)

Est. $3,500+

1103

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V The complete set of eight photographs (including both designs of the 10c) affixed on grey card 228 x 193mm, Ottawa Philatelic Div. Nov 3 1937 CDS in black at lower right. Most appealing and one of very few that exists, VF

Est. $750+

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 141-145,The set of five Large Die Proofs in issued colours on india paper 55-100 x 59-87mm; the 3c, 5c & 12c with large size india surface, on large cards 103-165 x 110-152mm; each with respective die number, a choice and very scarce set, XF (Minuse & Pratt 141P1a-145P1a)

1104

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 141-145,The set of five Large Die Proofs in issued colours on india paper 55-100 x 59-87mm; the 3c, 5c & 12c with large size india surface, on large cards 103-165 x 110-152mm; each with respective die number, a choice and very scarce set, XF (Minuse & Pratt 141P1a-145P1a)

Est. $2,000+

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 149b-159a,Complete set of eleven mint imperforate pairs, all in horizontal format with full to large margins, lovely fresh colours, VF LH

1105

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 149b-159a,Complete set of eleven mint imperforate pairs, all in horizontal format with full to large margins, lovely fresh colours, VF LH

Cat. $3,475

1106

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 158,A bright, post office fresh mint block, nicely centered with full original gum, VF NH

Cat. $2,800

1107

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 158,A post office fresh, well centered mint single, VF NH

Cat. $700

1108

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 158iii,A quite well centered mint single with the "Man on Mast" (Plate 2; Position 58) plate variety, bright fresh colour. A nice example of this popular variety with centering noticeably nicer than normally seen, VF H

Cat. $3,000

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 1931 (March 14) Aklavik to Buenos Aires via Florida "First Through Airmail" cover sent registered airmail and correctly franked for the 60c rate with a 50c Bluenose and 10c Library tied by light Aklavik CDS, additional strike at foot and Registered boxed handstamp; on reverse a Commercial Airways (10c) black AIR FEE semi-official tied by Aklavik CDS, backstamped Fort McMurray MR 17, Brownsville, Texas MR 5, Cristobal, Canal Zone MAR 28; a very scarce flight - only 37 pieces were carried, VF (Unitrade 158, 173; AAMC CO3106-CL48a)

1109

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 1931 (March 14) Aklavik to Buenos Aires via Florida "First Through Airmail" cover sent registered airmail and correctly franked for the 60c rate with a 50c Bluenose and 10c Library tied by light Aklavik CDS, additional strike at foot and Registered boxed handstamp; on reverse a Commercial Airways (10c) black AIR FEE semi-official tied by Aklavik CDS, backstamped Fort McMurray MR 17, Brownsville, Texas MR 5, Cristobal, Canal Zone MAR 28; a very scarce flight - only 37 pieces were carried, VF (Unitrade 158, 173; AAMC CO3106-CL48a)

Est. $750+

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII

1110

CANADA - 7 KING EDWARD VII 176,A post office fresh, mint right centre Plate 1 block (imprint 3mm from stamps), remarkably rich colour and full pristine original gum, F-VF NH

Cat. $2,060

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V

1111

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 190 variety,An impressive lower margin interpanneau gutter block showing large portion of two stamps from the adjacent sheet at right, a few split perfs strengthened by hinge, light crease in lower selvedge only. A rare positional block with unsevered gutter margin from a mis-guillotined sheet, F-VF OG; 2023 Greene Foundation cert.

Est. $300+

1112

CANADA - 8 KING GEORGE V 219c,A choice mint example of the printed on the gum side error, remarkably well centered for this, XF NH

Cat. $800

CANADA - 9 KING GEORGE VI

1113

CANADA - 9 KING GEORGE VI 237,Large Die Proof printed in carmine rose, near issued colour, on india paper 101 x 89mm die sunk on full-size card 228 x 152mm; with die number "XG-663" and CBN imprint, a lovely die proof in choice condition, VF and scarce

Est. $500+

CANADA - 9 KING GEORGE VI 241-245, C6,The set of four plate proof pairs (13c does not exist) plus the 1938 6c blue airmail, all in issued colours on card mounted india, choice, XF

1114

CANADA - 9 KING GEORGE VI 241-245, C6,The set of four plate proof pairs (13c does not exist) plus the 1938 6c blue airmail, all in issued colours on card mounted india, choice, XF

Cat. $800

1115

CANADA - 9 KING GEORGE VI Blue pingrain morocco leather covers with straightline "CANADA" at centre embossed in gold, white cord at spine, inscribed "Post Office Department Canada XIIIth Congress of the Universal Postal Union Brussels, Belgium 1952" on fly leaf, French text on second leaf, contains blocks of four (top pair of each affixed on page) of 1949 KGVI 2c & 4c, all commemoratives 1948 to 1952 Royal Visit, definitives 10c Fur, 20c, 50c and $1 Fisheries; in choice condition and very seldom seen, VF (Unitrade 285/316)

Est. $250+

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II

1116

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 339a,Upper left corner margin block imperforate vertically, faint bend and trivial gum disturbance both confined to top left stamp, characteristic centering. A UNIQUE positional block from the sole sheet found, F-VF NH (Unitrade cat. $4,000)

Est. $1,000+

1117

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 339a,A fresh mint horizontal pair imperforate vertically, typical centering from the sole sheet found; full original gum showing barest trace of hinging, F-VF VLH (Unitrade cat. $2,000 as NH)

Est. $500+

1118

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 387a,An attractive, well centered example of the INVERTED SEAWAY ERROR, bright fresh colour, intact perforations and full original gum, never hinged; hint of blemished gum not even mentioned in accompanying certificate. A lovely example of this popular modern error, noticeably nicer than many of the known examples, VF NH; 2024 Greene Foundation cert.

Cat. $12,500

1119

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 387a,A bright, fresh and completely sound mint example of the famous INVERTED SEAWAY ERROR, intact perforations all around, full original gum, never hinged. An attractive, flawless example of Canada's most famous major error, F-VF NH

Expertization: 1974 Philatelic Foundation & 2024 Greene Foundation certificates.

Cat. $12,500

1120

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 387a,A well centered mint NH example of the coveted INVERTED SEAWAY, sheet margin at top, small negligible crease and trivial perf flaws at right not readily discernible, a VF appearing example of this sought-after modern major error. (Unitrade cat. $12,500)

Expertization: 1987 Greene Foundation certificate

Est. $3,000+

1121

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 387a,A well centered unused example of the INVERTED SEAWAY ERROR, minor surface scuff, bright fresh colours. A very attractive example of this popular modern error, VF (Unitrade cat. $12,500)

Expertization: 2012 BPA and 2013 Greene Foundation certificates

Est. $3,000+

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 502-503,A very scarce set of plate proof blocks of four on thick glossy surfaced paper, both show Canada Bank Note Limited imprint at foot; 6c has minor wrinkle crease at top, a very small number exist, VF

1122

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 502-503,A very scarce set of plate proof blocks of four on thick glossy surfaced paper, both show Canada Bank Note Limited imprint at foot; 6c has minor wrinkle crease at top, a very small number exist, VF

Cat. $1,000+

1123

CANADA - 10 QUEEN ELIZABETH II 502-503,Plate proof gutter margin block of four showing a pair of each denomination at each side, printed in issued colours on thick glossy surfaced ungummed paper, part sheet margin at top; minute wrinkle in gutter margin only. A rarely seen interpanneau proof block, VF (Unitrade cat. $2,500 for gutter block of eight)

Est. $750+