THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 9,Perkins Bacon Trade Sample Sheet (1929), engraved, printed in black on thin white diagonal mesh wove paper (0.004" to 0.005") THE FULL UNSEVERED SHEET comprised of all nine values with denominations defaced and scar removed on the Four pence, similar traits on two pairs of Cape of Good Hope triangle "Hope Seated", four Chile "Columbus", one Ceylon "Chalon" and one Western Australia "Swan", VF

Provenance: Violet Vanderboom, Sissons Sale 528, February 1992, Lot 66

A SPECTACULAR PERKINS BACON PROOF SHEET OF EXHIBITION CALIBER, VERY RARELY ENCOUNTERED UNCUT AND IN SUCH AN EXCELLENT STATE OF PRESERVATION.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 6, Paper 13,Perkins Bacon Trade Sample Sheet (1929), engraved, printed in black and die sunk on thick yellowish stout card (0.0085" to 0.0095" thick) THE FULL UNSEVERED SHEET comprised of Newfoundland Heraldic 4p undefaced and 1sh defaced, plus classic stamps of Barbados (2), Ceylon (3), New Zealand (3), New South Wales, South Australia (2), Tasmania (3) and Victoria. Superb in all respects, XF

AN EXCEPTIONAL PERKINS BACON PROOF SHEET WITH SHARP IMPRESSIONS AND IN IMMACULATE CONDITION. A GREAT ITEM THAT WILL CAPTIVATE ANYONE'S ATTENTION. VERY FEW SURVIVE INTACT.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1, Paper 6,(1919 - First Printing) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in pastel blue violet on thick soft white wove paper (0.0075" thick). An extremely rare printing with undefaced denominations and no scar to the 4 pence. The complete set of nine denominations including both dies of 3p. A beautiful set of this Plate 1 first printing displaying bright sharp impressions, VF and desirable

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1, Paper 9,(1929) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in black on white diagonal mesh wove paper (0.004" to 0.0045" thick), the second state of the plate with the 4 pence displaying the characteristic scars, the complete set of nine with both dies of the 3p. An exceptionally fresh and choice set, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 9,(1929 - defaced state) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in deep green on white diagonal mesh wove paper (0.004" to 0.0045" thick). The complete set of nine including both dies of the 3p. Rarely seen and striking, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 9,(1929 - defaced state) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in violet on white diagonal mesh wove paper (0.004" to 0.0045" thick), the complete set of nine, the 1sh mounted on large card. A very appealing set, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 9,(1929 - defaced state) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in red on white diagonal mesh wove paper (0.004" to 0.0045" thick), the complete set of nine. An exceptional set in choice condition, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 9,(1929 - Defaced State) Trade Sample Proof on white diagonal mesh
wove paper (0.004" to 0.0045" thick), positional example showing "PLATE 1A" imprint at top, very attractive, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 10,(1929 - defaced state) Trade Sample Die Proofs printed in brown on the scarcer thick yellowish wove paper (0.006" to 0.007" thick). The complete set of nine denominations including both dies of 3p. Rarely seen and striking, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 1A, Paper 10,(1929 - Defaced State) Trade Sample Proof pair on thick yellowish wove paper (0.006" to 0.007" thick), very scarce, in a striking colour and showing both dies, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS Plate 6, Paper 13,(1929 - defaced) Trade Sample Proofs in dark brown, blue green and blue, all on stiff yellowish card (0.0080" to 0.0085" thick) and showing defacing marks in corners found only on this particular plate; a lovely trio, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS The Herts Philatelic Society,(1906 - defaced) Engraved Die Essay with defaced corners, prepared as a frontispiece for the banquet menu, printed in red on thick yellowish board (0.115" thick) measuring 68 x 115mm with complete diamond shaped die sinkage. Very scarce and with great visual appeal, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS The Herts Philatelic Society,(1906 - defaced die) Trade Sample Proof taken from the menu for banquet held in 1906, engraved and printed in red on white glazed surface cardboard (0.01" thick), complete diamond shaped sinkage area, attractive and scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND TRADE SAMPLE PROOFS The Herts Philatelic Society,(1906 - defaced) Engraved essay for Herts Menu with defaced corners, printed in red on distinctive white glazed cardboard (0.01" thick). Unlisted in the Pratt handbook as such, most unusual, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES Engraved Background Die Proof printed in black on yellowish surfaced wove paper 61 x 75mm, etched "13" at foot; the model from which Perkins Bacon produced Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick pence issues. A most striking and very important proof, VF

Provenance: Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's, September 1995; Lot 1
Violet Vandenboom, Sissons Sale 528, February 1992; Lot 64

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 1,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof printed in black, with remarkably large margins 44 x 51mm showing die sinkage on three sides; light soiling at top, showing characteristic shaded "E" in "POSTAGE" and uncleared extension of framelines at corners. Superb and very rare, quite likely the largest example among a maximum of five that exist, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Issues, Harmers of London, October 1986; Lot 2

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 1P,Plate proof pair printed in black on thick white card, sheet margin at foot, a scarce pair originating from the only sheet printed, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 1P,A choice plate proof in black on thick white card with even margins, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 1,A remarkably fresh, large margined mint pair with bright colour and clear impression, full, dull streaky white original gum, pristine XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 2,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof in black on india paper on card of same size 25 x 31mm; showing characteristics of the die proof such as the visible scratch below "O" of "TWO" and extension of vertical frameline at lower right; a few inconsequential toning spots. A very rare proof with excellent pedigree, VF

Expertization: 2022 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Sidney Harris, Part I, October 1968; Lot 31
Robert H. Pratt Newfoundland Pence issues collection, Harmers of London, October 1986; Lot 5
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's New York, September 1995; Lot 4

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 2P,A superb plate proof pair in black on thick white card, large margined with brilliant impression, from the unique sheet of twenty, VF and rare

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 2,A rare unused example of this challenging classic stamp which often eludes even the most advanced collectors, tiny stain at top, ample margins for this stamp often seen with small or no margins, with vivid colour, VF

Expertization: clear 2001 Greene Foundation certificate

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 3,Engraved Die Essays of both dies printed in black, stamp size on card mounted india paper. The Robert H. Pratt handbook differentiates the two Dies as follows:

Die I - the lower left "3" slanting, vertical line near centre runs through trefoil, no outer delineation line surrounding the central vignette trefoil.
Die II - first traits of Die I now corrected, still lacking outer delineation line surrounding the central vignette trefoil.

Provenance: Die I - BNA Essays & Proofs sale, Robson Lowe Ltd., June 1963; Lot 214, Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 7
Die II - Ralph Hart, May 1977; Lot 624

Die I with yellowing but is THE ONLY KNOWN EXAMPLE; Die II in choice condition with not more than three known according to Robert Pratt, the leading authority on the subject. A magnificent pair of essays, VF

We would like to point out that no actual die proof of the final die is known in private hands.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 3P,Plate proof pair printed in black on thick white card, originating from the sole proof sheet of eighty printed, VF and scarce; backstamped "RP" (Robert H. Pratt).

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 3,A large margined mint example of the 1857 printing, bright colour on characteristic white paper showing traces of printing ink offset on back, large part dull white original gum; a tough stamp, VF; 2006 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 4,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof, printed in black on india paper 44 x 62mm mounted on card 52 x 68mm, displaying a remarkably sharp impression on pristine paper. Characteristic extended frameline visible at upper right and lower left corners. A highly desirable and extremely rare die proof, the largest extant, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 9

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 4P,An unusually choice plate proof single printed in black on thick white card, large margins and fresh. A lovely proof originating from the sole sheet of 20 printed, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 4,An outstanding unused example with remarkably sharp impression and fabulous fresh colour on bright white wove paper, ample even margins all around. Superb in all respects, VF+ GEM

Expertization: 1995 BPA and 2014 Greene Foundation certificates

Provenance: Arthur Hind, H.R. Harmer London, April-May 1934; Lot 253
Captain Vivian Hewitt, Robson Lowe, December 1968; Lot 1097
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's, September 1995; Lot 48
Drs. Joanne & Edward Dauer, Spink, January 2014; Lot 22

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 5,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof in black on india paper on card of same size 27 x 28mm; colour and overall impresssion characteristic of the original 1857 die proofs, extremely rare - in fact we recall offering only one such die proof in the past 20 years. In our opinion, this is the rarest die proof of the series, VF

Expertization: 2022 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Newfoundland Pence Issues collection, Harmers of London, October 1986; Lot 10
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's New York, September 1995; Lot 8

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 6,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof printed in black on india paper 44 x 60mm die sunk on card 52 x 71mm, showing the complete die sinkage; with characteristics of die proofs such as the outer ring of the oval through "STA" of "POSTAGE" and horizontal line above "S" of "SIX" extending into the left "6". A fabulous large size Die Proof of great rarity, VF+

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 12

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 6,A spectacular mint single of this sought-after classic, arguably Newfoundland's rarest mint stamp and hand's down the most difficult of all Newfoundland pence issues to obtain in mint condition. This outstanding example boasts lovely rich colour on fresh paper, surrounded by mostly large margins and possessing large part original gum. With only two other mint examples known it is obviously been missing from even advanced collections and ranks among the very rarest mint stamps of all of British North America, VF OG

After extensive research of past name sale auctions, we were able to locate only two other mint OG examples:

1) Dale-Lichtenstein (Sale 5, May 1969; Lot 15), which also graced collections of Claude Cartier (1977), “Provenance” (1983) and David Melat (1985), not seen since.
2) An example with noticeably smaller margins from the Ralph Hart collection (May 1977; Lot 644), also not seen since.

Of less than a dozen unused without gum examples that survive, most have faults.

Expertization: 1988 BPA and 2014 Greene Foundation certificates

Provenance: British North America Sale, June 28, 1944, Harmer, Rooke & Co., Lot 1477
Clifford C. Cole Collection of BNA, Siegel, March 1988; Lot 120
The "Dallas" Collection, Sotheby's London, July 1990; Lot 1286
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie’s, September 1995, Lot 55
Drs. Joanne & Edward Dauer, Spink, January 2014; Lot 24

Aptly described in the 1944 BNA Sale as: “Superb. Very large margins all around. Deep colour and wonderful impression. Undoubtedly one of the finest existing copies. A Gem.”

AN EXTREMELY FINE MINT SIX PENCE SCARLET VERMILION, ONE OF ONLY THREE RECORDED AND ONE OF THE GREATEST HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS COLLECTION.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 7,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof printed in black on india paper 45 x 60mm die sunk on card 52 x 69mm; characteristic features of the die proof such as continuation of the arc guideline joining SIX PENCE and HALFPENNY into a complete circle at left outside design. Light creasing to card only and tiny spots to india but quite likely the only large proof with full die sinkage that exists (among a maximum of five known), VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 13

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 7P,An exceptionally fresh, large margined plate proof pair printed in black on thick white card. A rare multiple originating from the unique sheet of 20, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 36 (described but not illustrated; under UV his "RP" monogram is visible).

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 7,A marvelous mint example with lower sheet margin and large margins on other sides, deep rich colour a trifle oxidized, bright impression on pristine fresh paper, full, dull white streaky original gum characteristic of the 1857 Issue. Rarely encountered with such large margins. This stamp is noticeably superior to what we are accustomed to seeing by a large margin, pencil signed by expert Herbert Bloch on reverse, XF OG

Expertization: 2007 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Alfred Caspary, Sale 5 - British North America, H.R. Harmer, Inc., October 1956; Lot 333 - aptly described "... superb in all respects. A fantastic stamp, probably none finer."
Claude Cartier, Part One, SG Auctions, April 1977; Lot 66
The "Provenance" Collection of British North America, Harmers of New York, January 1983; Lot 2024
John Foxbridge (du Pont), Private Treaty 1988
Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 295

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 8,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die Proof printed in black on card mounted india paper 39 x 46mm, a superb large size proof displaying the required characteristics such as extended guidelines at corners and extension of oval design in "HT P" of "EIGHT PENCE". An extremely rare showpiece, the largest extant, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 15

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 8P,A pristine plate proof in black on thick white card, from the only sheet of twenty printed, VF+

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 8,A superb mint example with large margins, radiant colour and remarkably full, unblemished dull white streaky original gum, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 9,Perkins Bacon Original Engraved Die proof printed in black on card mounted india paper 50 x 67mm, displays the complete die sinkage, extremely rare thus with only one other such example known according to Pratt; minor soiling away from design, a very impressive full size die proof showing the finished design with the approved flower ornaments in all corners, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt Pence Collection, October 1986; Lot 18

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 9P,An unusually large margined plate proof in black on thick white card. Originating from the sole proof sheet of twenty printed, rare and desirable, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 10,The famous "Ferrari" stamp, well documented in the literature as being UNIQUE, displaying strong horizontal laid lines, bright colour and sharp impression for this notoriously delicate colour, well margined and possessing large part brown original gum, characteristic "Ferrari" purple trefoil backstamp. THE RAREST STAMP OF NEWFOUNDLAND, VF OG (Walsh 15c; mentioned in Scott and Gibbons catalogues as footnote)

The horizontal and vertical laid paper One shilling orange, considered proofs by some experts, are among the most coveted stamps of Newfoundland. Many important collections of the past were missing one or both these stamps. Our research indicates that the last time both stamps were offered in the same sale was the famous Dale-Lichtenstein auctions of 1969-1970!

Expertization: 1969 RPS of London certificate, submitted by famous collector Hiroyuki Kanai who had bought the stamp at the Dale-Lichtenstein sale.
2001 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Philipp La Renotière von Ferrary, Sale II, October 1921; Lot 572
Dale-Lichtenstein, Sale 5 (BNA Part Two), H.R. Harmer, Inc., May 1969; Lot 33
Michael D. Rubin, Bennett, June 2001; Lot 581

Literature: Discussed and illustrated in Robert H. Pratt "The Pence Issues of Newfoundland 1857-1866" handbook on pages 104-105 (Figure 53).

THE ONLY KNOWN ONE SHILLING ORANGE ON HORIZONTALLY LAID PAPER, A UNIQUE AND GLORIOUS SHOWPIECE

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 10,A fabulous mint example of this very rare stamp displaying very prominent laid lines, bold colour and clear impression for this challenging stamp, large margined and possessing large part original gum; shows the "Ferrari" purple trefoil backstamp. One of the rarest stamps of Newfoundland missing from even advanced collections, VF (Walsh 15b; mentioned in Scott and Gibbons as a footnote)

Expertization: 1987 PF certificate, submitted by Raymond H. Weill, Co.

Provenance: Philipp La Renotière von Ferrary, Sale II, October 1921; Lot 573
Dale-Lichtenstein (Sale 5; BNA Part Two), H.R. Harmer, Inc., May 1969; Lot 34
The Isleham Collection, Part Two, British North America, October 1986; Lot 2143 - illustrating the front cover of this renowned sale.
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's, September 1995; Lot 133
Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 309

Literature: Discussed and illustrated in Robert H. Pratt "The Pence Issues of Newfoundland 1857-1866" handbook on pages 104-105 (Figure 53).

ONE OF THE MOST COVETED AND VERY RAREST STAMPS OF NEWFOUNDLAND, ESPECIALLY DESIRABLE WITH EXCEPTIONAL PROVENANCE. FEWER THAN SIX EXAMPLES EXIST.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 11,A magnificent mint block of four from the top left of the sheet, exceptional vivid colour and bright impression on fresh wove paper as the day it was printed over 160 years ago, remarkably retaining full original gum with just a trace of hinging on the upper left stamp, the other three stamps with pristine original gum, NEVER HINGED. Inconsequential marginal crease at foot well away from stamps. Exceptional in all respects, XF GEM

The lower right stamp shows the constant line through bottom "2s" plate variety (Unitrade 11ii).

Expertization: clear 2022 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Dale-Lichtenstein, Sale 5, H.R. Harmer Inc., May 1969; Lot 36 - the original part-sheet of 16 from which this block originates.
Ralph A. Hart, Maresch Sale 93, May 1977; Lot 680 - offered as a block of eight
Robert H. Pratt, Harmers of London, October 1986; Lot 114 - offered as a block of eight
"Malibu", Matthew Bennett, May 2006; Lot 228
Highlands Collection of British North America, Part One, Eastern Auctions, November 2018; Lot 94

No premium for NH status is currently listed in Unitrade. Considering the high premiums for other difficult issues such as the 2p rose and 1865-1879 Cents issues, we feel that a premium of 300 to 400% would only be logical.

A PHENOMENAL MINT CORNER BLOCK OF THE 1860 TWO PENCE ORANGE IN
IMMACULATE CONDITION WITH FULL ORIGINAL GUM. VERY RARE AND
HIGHLY DESIRABLE.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 11,A choice mint example with exceptional colour, good margins all around and unusually full original gum, lightly hinged. Very scarce this nice, VF LH; 2013 Greene Foundation cert. ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (May 2006; Lot 303), "Fordwater" (June 2013; Lot 63)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 12,An incredible mint corner margin example, very large margins on other sides adding to its wonderful appeal, exceptionally fresh with bright colour on pristine fresh paper, possessing unusually full original gum. The ultimate GEM Four pence orange Heraldic which has resided in several of the most important British North America collections of the past, XF LH GEM

Expertization: 2022 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: Alfred H. Caspary, H.R. Harmer Inc., October 1956; Lot 365
Claude Cartier, Part I, SG Auctions, April 1977; Lot 72
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's, September 1995; Lot 119
William H. Gross, Spink, November 2009; Lot 309

To demonstrate its desirability - at the Caspary and Cartier sales it realized US$2,000 and £3,000 hammer in 1956 and 1977 respectively.

UNDENIABLY ONE OF THE VERY FINEST MINT EXAMPLES OF THE 1860 FOUR PENCE ORANGE HERALDIC.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 13,An extraordinary unused example of this unassuming yet very difficult classic stamp, possessing four remarkably large margins and bright colour. Searching for comparable examples one quickly realizes that this stamp has attributes superior to most existing examples, we would not hesitate to rank this stamp among the very finest extant, XF GEM

Expertization: 1995 BPA and 2014 Greene Foundation certificates

Provenance: William H. Crocker, BNA Sale, May 1938; Lot 251
Captain Vivian Hewitt, Robson Lowe, December 1968; Lot 1123
Dr. Chan Chin Cheung, Christie's, September 1995; Lot 124
Drs. Joanne & Edward Dauer, Spink, January 2014; Lot 29

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 16i,An outstanding mint example displaying rich vivid colour, sharp impression, large margins and papermaker's watermark - the upper portion of "ST" of STACEY WISE / 1858 two-line watermark at foot, full original gum relatively lightly hinged, VF+; a choice example of this keenly sought-after classic stamp of Newfoundland.

THE UNIQUE ONE PENNY REDDISH BROWN ERROR OF COLOUR SHOWING THE PAPERMAKER'S WATERMARK and the basis for the Unitrade catalogue listing.

Expertization: 1958 Philatelic Foundation certificate; submitted by John Chapin

Provenance: William Gross, Spink, November 2009; Lot 315

According to Robert H. Pratt, the leading authority on the subject, only four sheets (480 stamps) were printed in this error of colour - reddish brown instead of violet brown. Only a small number survive, very few of which have original gum.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND PENCE ISSUES 20,Mint full sheet of twenty, natural paper inclusion on Pos. 2, radiant colour and full original gum, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24-31,The complete set of six plate proof pairs in issued colours on card mounted india paper; also an extra 24c pair in a distinctively different shade, choice, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24,"Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in black on india paper 34 x 29mm, sunk on larger than normal card 56 x 47mm. In immaculate condition with ABNC imprint below and die number "482" above design. A wonderful proof of this popular stamp, superb in all respects, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24,"Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in bluish green on india paper 33 x 30mm, sunk on card 56 x 44mm, ABNC imprint at foot and die number "482" above, remarkably fresh and choice, rare, XF; ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (May 2006; Lot 325)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24,“Goodall” die proof, engraved, printed in greenish blue on india paper 34 x 32mm, sunk on card 37 x 37mm, shows ABNC imprint below design and die number "482" above. A beautiful and rarely encountered proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24,An appealing lot of four different American Bank Note Company trade sample proofs, engraved, printed in sought-after darker colours - pinkish rose, bright yellow, rose red and greyish blue, on white or yellowish wove paper, unusually sound and choice condition, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 24, 25, 28,Top portion of a trade sample sheet displaying se-tenant proofs of the 2c Codfish, 12c Queen Victoria and 5c Harp Seal, engraved, printed in greyish violet on white vertical mesh wove paper (0.003" thick), unsevered ornamental sheet margins on three sides. Rarely offered as a strip and especially desirable with such superb dark colour, XF (Minuse & Pratt PB-Ab)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES Large Die Essay by engraver Charles Henry Jeens of Perkins, Bacon Co. with oval engine turned surrounding Harp Seal vignette, printed in grey black on india paper 65 x 46mm, die sunk on slightly larger card. A fabulous essay in superb condition, an ideal frontispiece for any Newfoundland collection, XF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-Ab) ex. Earle E. Palmer (August 1980; Lot 16)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES Engraved Die Essay with intricate surrounds of fish nets and ropes, printed directly on white surfaced card 72 x 61mm; "SEALS", "British American Bank Note Co. Montreal" imprints and die number "125" at bottom centre; perhaps a model for a tentative stamp or other printing contract, rare and appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,Engraved Die Essay in dark brown on india paper 37 x 29mm, displaying nearly all of the elements found on the issued stamp except it reads "PROVINCE OF NEWFOUNDLAND" at top. A glorious die essay in immaculate condition and of great rarity, XF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-C)

Provenance: Sidney Harris, Part I, October 1968; Lot 226

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,Engraved Die Essay in blue on india paper 35 x 33mm, showing nearly all of the elements found on the issued stamp except top scroll reads "PROVINCE OF NEWFOUNDLAND"; minute spot clear of design and natural unevenness at top. A wonderful essay - the unadopted design in a remarkable colour (quite similar to the 1876 Rouletted issue), a rare showpiece, VF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-C)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,"Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in black on india paper 37 x 32mm sunk on larger than usual card 56 x 45mm, die number "487" above design. A remarkable proof - superb in all respects, XF; backstamped "RP" (Robert H. Pratt).

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,“Goodall” die proof, engraved, printed in dark yellowish brown on india paper 34 x 28mm, sunk on card 56 x 45mm, showing die number "487" above design; small adhesion spot well away from the image. A very rare die proof in colour similar to the issued stamp of 1865, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,"Goodall" engraved die proof in dark bluish green on india paper 36 x 30mm, sunk on larger card than normally seen on these, measuring 56 x 45mm, with die number "487" above design. An impressive and rare die proof, VF

Provenance: Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 326
Paul Burega, Maresch Sale 286, April 1994; Lot 524
Earle E. Palmer, Sissons Sale 406, August 1980; Lot 17

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,“Goodall” die proof, engraved, printed in bluish green on india paper 33 x 27mm, visually striking and rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,Three American Bank Note Company trade sample proofs, engraved, printed in sought-after darker colours - dark brownish red, orange and grey blue on wove or bond paper, all in sound, choice condition, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25P, 25Piii, 25TC, 25TCi, 25TCii,Five different trial colour ABNC plate proof blocks on india paper, each with plate imprint, printed in dark brown, brown, claret brown, orange red and dark bluish green on india paper; negligible mounting stains, couple with natural india wrinkling,. A very elusive group in blocks of four, VF

Dark brown block backstamped "RP" (Robert H. Pratt).

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,A remarkable mint example of this very challenging stamp, precisely centered within unusually large margins, very scarce traits for this stamp, part original gum somewhat disturbed from previous hinging. Superior to most examples that exist, XF OG; 1994 Brandon cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 25,An unusually nice and extremely centered example with bright colour on fresh paper, neat segmented cork cancel, very scarce this nice, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 1869 (April 1) Blue envelope from St. John's to Trinity bearing two 5c black Harp Seal tied by segmented cork cancels, partially legible St. John's Paid AP 1 1869 split ring dispatch in red next to clear Trinity AP 5 1869 double arc receiver, trivial soiling along edges and sealed tear at top. Pays a ten cent double Interior letter rate, in effect until early May 1870. Only four covers (plus two fronts) are recorded, this being the earliest of three known franked with the 5 cent black, Fine (Unitrade 26) ex. Robert H. Pratt with his "RP" monogram visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Large Engraved Die Essay in dark yellow brown on india paper 45 x 55mm, with unadopted "CANADA RECEIPT" in top and "TWO CENTS" in lower panels, ABNC imprint below. In a remarkable state of preservation for this fragile essay, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Large Engraved Die Essays in blue and in brown, showing "CANADA RECEIPT" in top panel and "TWO CENTS" in lower panel, both on india paper 32 x 49mm and 33 x 37mm respectively, some india thinning, tiny stain spot at top left on former, nevertheless a very rare duo. Subsequently reworked by ABNC in stages, ultimately modifying top and lower panels to the issued "NEWFOUNDLAND" and "TEN CENTS", VF appearance; both show (under UV) "RP" (Robert Pratt) monogram.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Large Engraved Die Essay in black on india paper 43 x 50mm, showing unadopted denomination "FIVE CENTS" in lower scroll panel, trivial mounting marks and minor wrinkles inconsequential for this very rare large size Die essay; backstamped "RP" (Robert H. Pratt) monogram, VF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-Ba)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Large Engraved Die Essay in green on india paper 37 x 48mm, showing unadopted denomination "FIVE CENTS" in lower scroll panel, mounted on slightly larger card. A visually striking, very rare large size Die essay, VF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-Ba)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Small Die Essay, engraved, printed in mauve and displaying unadopted denomination "FIVE CENTS" in lower scroll panel on card mounted india paper 26 x 31mm. Rare and striking, VF (Minuse & Pratt 25E-Bb)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Superb "Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in black, issued colour, on india paper 28 x 34mm sunk on card 46 x 56mm, shows ABNC imprint at foot and die number '286' above design. An outstanding proof in all respects, rare and especially desirable in the issued colour, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,"Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in dark yellowish brown on india paper 29 x 35mm sunk on card 47 x 55mm, shows albino impression of ABNC imprint at foot and the die number "286" above design, rare and desirable, XF; ex. Robert H. Pratt (private sale)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,"Goodall" die proof, engraved, printed in bluish green on india paper 26 x 32mm sunk on card 46 x 56mm, shows albino impression of ABNC imprint at foot and die number "286" above design. A fabulous proof with deep colour and in remarkably choice condition, XF; ex. Robert H. Pratt (private sale)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,Trial Colour Die Proof, engraved and printed in bright blue on thick vertical mesh wove paper, rare and very distinctive when compared to ABNC trade samples. A great item for the specialist, VF; 2011 Greene Foundation cert. (Minuse & Pratt 27TC2a)

The Pratt collection contained a similar coloured proof, stamp size with clipped corners, annotated as "a die proof from engraver's sample book".

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 27,An impressive lot of eight, distinctively different American Bank Note Company trade sample proofs, printed in darker colours than normally encountered - brownish lilac, magenta, rose red, pinkish rose, greyish blue, deep blue with natural printing ink smears, bright yellow and yellow green, on white or yellowish wove paper; the first proof in brownish lilac is lithographed, others are engraved. Uncharacteristically sound condition, a beautiful lot, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 28,Superb engraved "Goodall" die proof in black on india paper 24 x 24mm, sunk on card 35 x 53mm, die number "292" at bottom centre. In immaculate condition and exceptional in all respects, XF

Provenance: Alan Selby, Hennok, December 1993; Lot 492
Sir Gawaine Baillie, Sale VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 329

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 28,"Goodall" engraved die proof in bluish green on india paper 30 x 29mm, sunk on card 35 x 40mm, albino die number "292" at bottom centre. A fabulous proof in pristine fresh condition, rare and desirable, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), "RP" monogram visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 28,A beautiful trio of American Bank Note Company trade sample proofs - in pale golden yellow, bright yellow and rose red on white bond or yellowish wove paper, each showing the positional ornamental scrolls at top, all in sound condition, attractive and scarce, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 29,A premium mint example, mathematically centered with post office fresh colour and full pristine original gum, XF NH GEM

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 30,"Goodall" engraved die proof in dark yellowish brown on india paper 35 x 34mm, sunk on card 45 x 56mm, die number "489" above. An extraordinary proof in pristine condition, XF; ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (May 2006; Lot 330), Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 30,"Goodall" engraved die proof in greenish blue on india paper 32 x 29mm, hinged on larger card, die number"489" above. A rare and appealing proof, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his invisible ink "RP" monogram can be seen under UV lamp.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 30,"Goodall" engraved die proof in black on india paper 32 x 29mm mounted on slightly larger card, die number "489" above, rare (no more than six exist), VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 30P, 30TC,Plate proof blocks of four in orange and in dark red violet on india paper, the latter with ABNC imprint in top margin, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 30, 30i,An impressive mint block of four with Major Re-entry (Pos. 18) at lower right with doubling below first "N" in "NEWFOUNDLAND" and to the right of left "13" value ornament. Well centered for this difficult issue, hinged at top leaving bottom pair including the plate variety NEVER HINGED, VF; catalogue $2,400 as normal stamps.

This block holds what can be regarded as the FINEST EXISTING MINT NH 13c Re-entry, currently listed in Unitrade but still unpriced, a clear sign of its rarity.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES American Bank Note Company engraved vignettes with elaborate scrolls in black, showing portraits of Prince Albert and Queen Victoria, similar to the issued 10c and especially the 24c stamps of 1865, ABNC imprint and die "174" at foot on india paper 98 x 68mm; die sunk on larger card 152 x 122mm, overall light ageing on back only. A beautiful engraved proof with traits and features similar to a "Goodall" die proof, VF; ex. Alan Selby (December 1993; Lot 477)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES Engraved vignette used as a model for the issued 24 cent, surrounding oval scroll with inscriptions reading "Honi Soit Qui Mal y Pense" maxim, printed in black on india paper sunk on slightly larger card measuring 70 x 71mm, appealing, VF; ex. Alan Selby (December 1993; Lot 476)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 31,"Goodall" engraved die proof in black on card mounted india paper 30 x 33mm, hinged to slightly larger card. "Goodall" die proofs in black are rare, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 31,A highly unusual engraved proof in rose lilac on india paper, minor thinning. In our opinion, this is a die proof as plate proofs are unknown in this colour. Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt handbook or Glen Lundeen website; very distinctive and not in one of the colours of "Goodall" die proofs. A great item for an advanced collection, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 31,An exceptionally well centered mint block with deep rich colour, full ABNC imprint shows in left margin, full original gum, never hinged. A superbly centered plate block in mint NH condition is a rarity, VF+ (Cat. as four singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32,An extraordinary Large Engraved Die Proof in black on india paper 50 x 62mm, exceptionally fresh and choice, showing National Bank Note Co. N.Y. imprint at foot. Newfoundland's only stamp engraved and printed by this printing company - very few die proofs survive, XF

Provenance: Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 334

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32TC, ii, iv, vi, vii,A beautiful selection of trial colour plate proof pairs on card mounted india paper with matching top margins, in dark red brown, red, chestnut brown, yellow orange and blue green, VF and appealing

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32TCxiv,Trial Colour plate proof block of four printed in deep blue on thin translucent wove paper, perforated 12, hinged in margin only, all stamps with full original gum. These perforated and gummed proofs are elusive even as singles, a block of four is rare indeed, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32,A superbly centered mint example of this difficult stamp, brilliant fresh colour and possessing full unblemished, shiny original gum, characteristic of this particular stamp printed. A great example of a very scarce stamp, XF NH; 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32A,"Goodall" Engraved Die Proof in dark red on india paper 28 x 32mm die sunk on unusually large card 44 x 57mm, albino die number "386" and ABNC imprint below. Many observed "Goodall" die proofs of this stamp are trimmed to smaller sizes, this example is superb in all respects, XF; ex. Neville Clifford-Jones (March 1993; Lot 1086)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32A,"Goodall" engraved die proof in dull brown on india paper 28 x 35mm, sunk on slightly larger card 29 x 41mm, albino die number "386" and ABNC imprint below. A rare and appealing die proof, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 32ATCiii, vi,Two striking trial colour plate proof blocks of four on india paper, printed in orange and in dark violet. Not often seen especially in multiples, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 33,"Goodall" Engraved Die Proof in brown on india paper 28 x 32mm die sunk on unusually large size card 39 x 50mm, die number "386A" above design, an outstanding proof, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.
Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, May 2006; Lot 338

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 33,"Goodall" engraved die proof in dull greenish blue on india paper 28 x 32mm, sunk on slightly larger card 31 x 38mm, shows die number "386A" above; a rarely encountered die proof, VF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 33,"Goodall" engraved die proof in black on india paper 26 x 32mm, sunk on slightly larger card 31 x 38mm, shows die number "386A" above design. A rare and appealing proof, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 33TCii, iv,Trial colour plate proof blocks of four in dusky blue green and in yellow brown on india paper, seldom seen multiples, VF

Major Re-entry (Pos. 55) is on the upper left stamp of blue green block; with various doubling marks throughout design including "TH" and "ENTS" of "THREE CENTS".

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 1872 (November 11) White envelope from St. John's to Twillingate, bearing two 3c vermilion tied by circular mute cork cancels, partial St. John's Newfoundland Paid NO 11 1872 dispatch in red and neatly struck Twillingate NO 13 double arc receiver. Cover tear at top and part backflap missing, a very scarce double 3c Interior letter rate - one of only four recorded with this franking in the Sammy Whaley Decimal cover census handbook, Fine (Unitrade 33) ex. Edward Gilbert (October 2004; Lot 158)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 1874 (November 24) Small envelope bearing a nicely centered vertical pair of 3c blue tied by segmented corks of St. John's, light dispatch Paid split ring datestamp in red partially overstruck by circular Paid Liverpool Br Packet 10 DE 74 CDS in red in transit. An attractive cover paying the single (per half ounce) six cent trans-Atlantic letter rate to the UK, among the nicest multiple frankings of the 3c blue on cover, VF (Unitrade 34)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 35,"Goodall" Engraved Die Proof in brown on india paper 28 x 35mm die sunk on large card 39 x 50mm, die number "386" above design. A remarkable and very rare die proof, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 35,"Goodall" Engraved Die Proof in dark blue green on india paper 29 x 31mm die sunk on large card 42 x 56mm, small die number "386" above design. An extraordinary die proof, very rare thus, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his invisible ink "RP" monogram can be seen under UV lamp.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 35,"Goodall" engraved die proof in black on india paper 29 x 31mm, sunk on slightly larger card 32 x 38mm, shows die number "386" above design. Rare and appealing, XF

Provenance: Robert H. Pratt (private sale), his "RP" monogram is visible under UV.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 35,"Goodall" Engraved Die Proof in deep orange on india paper 25 x 31mm, affixed to slightly larger non-contemporary white card; trace of die number visible at top; very scarce and appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 35P + variety,Plate proof block in bright rose on india paper, enormous margins, XF; the "Falling Rocks" variety can be seen on the lower right stamp.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 36,A post office fresh, superbly centered mint example with full immaculate original gum; as nice as they come, XF NH GEM

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 37,A fantastic mint example displaying a nearly complete ABNC New York imprint in right margin, intact roulette on all sides and very well centered amidst unusually large margins, full clean original gum. XF LH GEM

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 40,An impressive and exceptionally choice left margin mint strip of three, each stamp very well centered with remarkably wide margins, full American Bank Note Co. New York plate imprint, full unblemished original gum, NEVER HINGED. Certainly among the finest plate multiples of the challenging 1876-1879 Rouletted issues, XF NH; 2022 Greene Foundation cert. (Cat. as normal singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 41,A premium mint example of the scarce first printing, fabulous colour on fresh paper, extremely well centered with full, characteristic dull white streaky original gum, never hinged. One would have to be very patient to find another equally superb stamp, XF NH GEM; 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 46i,A remarkably well centered mint single, distinctive radiant colour of the early printing, full pristine original gum, never hinged. An impressive example of this elusive shade, XF NH GEM; 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 49b,An unusually choice, post office fresh mint single with rich colour, superior centering and full pristine original gum; seldom encountered so nice, VF+ NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 51,A premium mint example of this difficult stamp, very well centered with amazingly rich colour and full original gum; a tough stamp in this exceptional condition, VF+ NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 53,An outstanding mint example, displaying the colour, paper and gum characteristics of this elusive first printing, rarely encountered with such superior centering, large margins and full, dull streaky white original gum, NEVER HINGED. Without any doubt one of the finest examples one can possibly hope to find; much scarcer than catalogue values indicate, XF NH; 2020 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 55,An impressive, well centered mint corner margin single with lovely fresh colour and with full original gum; a great stamp, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 56, 57, 58,The three printings - rose red, orange red and black, each a selected, well centered mint example with radiant colour and full original gum, VF-XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 59,A large margined mint single with post office fresh colour and pristine original gum, VF NH JUMBO; 2022 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 59, 59i,A very well centered mint block with fresh colour, lower right stamp shows the line through "CE" of "CENTS", hinged at top leaving lower pair with the variety NH, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND DECIMAL ISSUES 60,A superb corner margin example with precise centering amidst uncharacteristically large margins, hinged in selvedge only. Most appealing, XF NH GEM

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES Two clean covers from St. John's in 1897 on November 29 and December 16, first franked with 6c to 10c and latter with 12c to 60c, all tied by CDS postmarks, latter with St. John's squared circle precursor. Both with Registered Liverpool transit and German receiver backstamps. A lovely duo, VF (Unitrade 66-73)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 73,Engraved Progressive Die Proof printed in red, die sunk with intact untrimmed india paper 77 x 81mm on large card 150 x 108mm; shows unfinished shading lines plus areas on the Iceberg where shading lines are absent. An extremely rare progressive proof of this attractive commemorative stamp, VF; ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (Sale VII - BNA, May 2006; Lot 422)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 73,Large Engraved Die Proof in red, colour of issue, on card mounted india paper 60 x 57mm; the hardened die with ABNC imprint and die number "C-389" below design. All die proofs of this issue are rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 74-E1,A well centered mint example of the elusive three-line "TWO / 2 / CENTS" trial surcharge in red, considerably scarcer than the doubled version. Unusually choice with full original gum, VF+ VLH; 2013 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 74-E2,A bright, fresh mint single with three-line "TWO / 2 / CENTS" trial surcharge (doubled) in red, full original gum, barest trace of a hinge, Fine VLH; 1999 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 78-86,The complete set of seven Engraved Die Proofs, printed in black on india paper with the respective die numbers at foot, mounted on individual archival card. A UNIQUE set from the printer's reference files, ideal for a future gold-medal collection related to this popular series, VF

Another trimmed set of die proofs in black is known, however, with crossed out die numbers.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 1902 (January 25) Cover from Harbour Grace to St. John's bearing an impressive 1c yellow green block of four imperforate horizontally with natural straight edge at right, small corner flaw at top right, tied by light circular grids, Harbour Grace split ring dispatch, T.P.O. transit and St. John's JA 27 arrival CDS backstamps. A most unusual franking - likely the only such block on cover, Fine (Unitrade 80b)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 81,Trial Colour Large Engraved Die Proof printed in black on india paper 50 x 70mm, showing die "C395" below design and two engraver's guidelines; small indentation at right. An exceedingly rare proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 1902 (August 21) Registered cover with Finance Department St. John's crest on back, bearing a 2c vermilion King Edward VII imperforate strip of three with small margins tied by neat grid cancels and oval "R" handstamp, neat Manuels split ring dispatch with manuscript date, addressed to St. John's with T.P.O. transit and receiver backstamps, creasing clear of stamps, only three imperforate 2c KEVII are known on cover, Fine; 1982 Greene Foundation cert. (Unitrade 82a)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,Engraved Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white glazed-surfaced wove paper 42 x 56mm, shows die number "C-372" below design; 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 186)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,A top left mint block with reversed plate number "3", unusually choice, well centered, very few exist, VF+ NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,Two different, very scarce positional blocks of four: first with bottom centre ABNC imprint and large SPECIMEN overprint (20 x 3½mm in blue, printing order #6 of November 1905, red orange on distinctive thin paper). Second is a top right corner block from left pane with control number "F-5610" imprint and SPECIMEN (14½ x 2½mm blue, printing order #7 - orange shade, May 1918). Each with customary ABNC security punch, an attractive and rare duo, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 83,Upper right block (from right pane) with control number "F-5610" imprint and the very elusive reversed plate "4" at top right (only found on the last printing order, No. 7 of May 1918), each stamp with SPECIMEN (14½ x 2½mm) overprint in blue and customary ABNC security punch, VF NH, unique

Only one sheet of 200 of Printing Order No. 7 was printed, divided by a gutter margin into left and right panes of 100, making this the only known Plate "4" block.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 1901 (November 23) Registered cover bearing a vertical format imperforate pair with lower margin, nicely tied by C.B. Railway T.P.O. Newf'd split rings and oval "R" handstamp, to St. John's with clear NO 28 01 CDS receiver, an attractive and very scarce usage on cover, VF (Unitrade 83b)

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

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 84a,An unusually large margined imperforate pair with full, thick, dark brown streaky original gum, never hinged, very seldom seen, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 85,An impressive Trial Colour Die Proof in black on unusual glazed-surface manila paper 42 x 56mm with die "C-373" number below design; trivial wrinkle at right. An extremely rare (if not unique) die proof, VF (Unlisted in Minuse & Pratt handbook) ex. Alan Selby (September 1993; Lot 188)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 86,Progressive Die Proof printed in rose carmine, colour of issue, on india paper 62 x 75mm sunk on large card 134 x 211mm, unfinished without ABNC imprint, also uncleared engraver's lines in and just outside design. A fabulous progressive die proof in pristine condition and of great rarity, XF

The 2 cent Map would become the last stamp prepared for Newfoundland by the American Bank Note Company.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 86,A superb Large Die Proof in rose carmine, colour of issue, on india paper 61 x 73mm die sunk on full-size card 153 x 230mm; shows ABNC imprint and die number "C-822", in immaculate condition, rarely offered, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 86P, i,Three different plate proof strips of four with interpanneau gutter margins - 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; latter shade partially severed at foot and strengthened by a hinge. Very scarce - allegedly only ten strips of each exist, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87-97,A magnificent, complete set of eleven Engraved Die Proofs, printed stamp size in black on wove paper (0.006" thick), each with ample margins all around and displaying a very sharp impression. An extremely rare set of all issued denominations, a perfect cornerstone for a Guy issue collection, VF; each value with 2015 Greene Foundation certificate (Minuse & Pratt 87TC1a-103TC1)

The 6 cent value is Type II with corrected "Z".

Provenance: Sidney Harris, Part II, SG Auctions, April 1970; Lot 416
Senator Henry D. Hicks, Maresch Sale 258, November 1991; Lot 238

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87-95,Plate proof pairs from the Whitehead & Morris sheetlets of four, a complete set from the 1c to 10c (the 12c & 15c does not exist in the form of trial colour sheetlets), all printed in ochre on stamp paper, full original gum, hint of disturbance on 6c and 10c. A visually striking and very challenging group to assemble in the same colour, VF NH (Cat. $6,750)

To anyone hoping to find a full set in one colour - only one full set in sheetlets of four (in blue) has been seen and is possibly the only one extant, making this group very impressive indeed.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87-97,The complete set of ten plate proof pairs (proofs in issued colour; 12c does not exist), each in issued colour on thick gummed wove paper, full original gum lightly hinged (the 3c, 10c & 15c NH). A gorgeous set with rich colours and strong impressions, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87c,A superb mint left margin pair imperforate vertically between, brilliant fresh with full pristine original gum, seldom seen in such top-quality, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87d,A well centered mint vertical pair imperforate horizontally between, fresh with full original gum, scarce, VF LH; ex. St. Aylott (August 2010; Lot 256)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87g,A precisely centered mint corner margin pair imperforate vertically between, shows "jubilee" line at foot, a scarce perforation variety, VF LH; ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (May 2006; Lot 452)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 87xiii,A well centered mint left margin pair imperforate vertically between, also showing the positional varieties "NFW" and "JAMRS" (Pos. 41 & 42) original gum somewhat dulled. An extremely rare combination of perforation and plate varieties, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 88b,Mint pair imperforate vertically between, full original gum; pencil signed by expert Herbert Bloch on reverse. A rare error, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 88c,The elusive perforation variety, centered left as often, bright and fresh mint with full original gum, Fine NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 1910 (December 20) A beautiful "Lighthouses" illustrated On. H.M. Service, legal sized mourning cover, from Lighthouse Department, St. John's, Newfoundland; reverse shows Coat of Arms engraved seal in black, bearing a well centered 2c carmine perf 12x14, tied by St. John's postmark, pays the single letter rate to Miramichi, New Brunswick, Chatham receiver backstamp. A very appealing and rarely encountered government issued mourning envelope, VF (Unitrade 88a)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92i,Mint corner margin block with "jubilee" line at right and showing the sought-after variety "WF" joined at upper right (Pos. 10); a few nibbed perfs on lower left stamp, otherwise VF NH. A very scarce positional block with the key variety being XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92ii,Left margin mint pair imperforate vertically between stamps and sheet margin, insignificant marginal bend, full original gum, bottom unit is NH. Only two perforation error sheets were printed (twenty examples), VF; ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (May 2006; Lot 450), St. Aylott (August 2010; Lot 259)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92A, iii,An impressive mint imperforate plate proof block of twenty on thicker paper (4x5) displaying almost complete papermaker's three-line watermark "WHITEHEAD MORRIS & (C LTD) / LONDON / SOUTH AFRICA & EGY(PT)" running through the lower eight pairs, hint of toning on a couple, inconsequential for this extremely rare multiple, ideal for exhibition, VF NH

Reportedly only two imperforate sheets were printed; the papermaker's three-line watermark appearing once per sheet.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92A, iii,Top margin imperforate plate proof block on thicker paper showing papermaker's watermark "IS & C LTD" of WHITEHEAD MORRIS & C LTD along right side, lightly hinged on top pair, leaving bottom pair NH, rare, VF LH; 2000 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92Ai,A remarkably choice mint corner margin block with "jubilee" line at right, shows the elusive "WF" joined (Pos. 10) at upper right, deep rich colour and full original gum. As good as it gets to locate the listed plate variety in a positional block, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 92Aii,A superb mint imperforate pair showing the sought-after "WF" joined variety on left stamp (Pos. 17), beautifully fresh, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 94, 95,An extraordinary Engraved Composite Die Proof, consisting of pairs of the 9c and 10c values, printed in black on white glazed-surfaced wove paper 70 x 56mm; only one or two others exist in private hands. A showpiece of the 1910-1911 John Guy issue, VF

Provenance: Sidney Harris, Part I, October 1968; Lot 582

Robert H. Pratt commented: "this curious proof appears to be an attempt to create a block of 4 plate for transfer to a litho stone for the first submission proofs." The 10c pair shows an unshaded upper left corner frame on the left stamp; the right shows a strong re-entry throughout the left half.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 95,A beautiful and very scarce intact sheetlet of four by Whitehead Morris & Co, printed in dull violet on gummed stamp paper, full original gum with hint of disturbance on right pair, rarely offered, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 96a,An impressive large margined mint imperforate pair, sheet margin at right, lovely rich colour on fresh paper, negligible bend in the margin only, full immaculate original gum, XF NH; a difficult pair to find in such premium quality.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 98-103,An exceptional set of six mint singles, each showing full sheet margins to dramatic effect, all very well centered with deep rich colours, negligible gum tone spot on 6c. Lightly hinged in selvedge only, stamps are NEVER HINGED; a marvelous set which has in our opinion, has no equal, XF NH GEM

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 98a-103a,A beautiful, selected set of six imperforate pairs, ungummed as issued (ex 8c with full OG NH); vibrant colours on fresh paper. Hard to assemble, VF+

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 98a,Imperforate block of four, ungummed as issued; characteristic light printing offset as do most known, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 99,A superb Large Engraved Die Proof, printed in the issued colour on vertical mesh white wove paper (0.0035" thick) measuring 153 x 90mm, showing full die sinkage area 100 x 75mm, characteristic engraver's guidelines below design, pencil "3" at bottom left. A very rare die proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 99a,A superb mint corner margin imperforate pair, bright fresh colour, visually striking and seldom seen so nice, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 99a, 100a, 101a,Three mint imperforate pairs in horizontal format, large margined, bright fresh colour and full original gum, XF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 100, 100ii,A superb, fresh and very well centered mint block of four displaying a remarkably clear and unusually large portion of the papermaker's watermark "OOD" complete letters of "E TOWGOOD FINE" reading down on left pair. A great rarity, especially in a multiple and without question among the choicest available, VF+ NH; 1995 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES Matching pair of GPO, St. John's, Newfoundland mourning envelopes: 1911 (March 24) bearing a 9c olive green to Boston; the other 1911 (February 13) with a 10c violet black to Chicago. Both tied by oval "R" registration handstamps in violet, same-ink double ring St. John's dispatch datestamp and registration box; US transit and / or receiver backstamps. Latter cover slightly clipped at one corner, a scarce duo displaying uncommon single-usages, VF (Unitrade 100, 101)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 104a, 105a, 108a,Three bright, fresh mint imperforate pairs with large margins, ungummed as issued, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 105,An impressive lot of six trial colour die proofs printed in purple, grey, orange brown, carmine, blue and brown on wove paper, each affixed to quadrilled ledger piece annotated with proposed value for each colour; also a die proof in green on vertical wove paper. A rare group ideal for exhibition, VF

Provenance: Sir Gawaine Baillie, Part VII - British North America, Sotheby's, May 2006; Lot 465

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 115,Engraved Initial Stage Die Proof printed in black without value and battle name, printed on white-surfaced wove paper 38 x 42mm; faint corner crease, a very rare DLR Master die, of which as few as 3 or 4 exist, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 115,Engraved Initial Stage Die Proof printed in carmine without denomination and battle name, printed on thin unsurfaced wove paper 44x52mm; light mounting thin and small spot above the design, nevertheless an extraordinary and very rare De La Rue Master die proof of this popular series, VF, ex. Sir Gawaine Baillie (Part VII - BNA, May 2006; Lot 483), Neville Clifford-Jones (March 1993; Lot 1171

This is the De La Rue die that was ultimately used for the adopted 1c, 3c, 4c, 6c, 10c, 15c, 24c and 36c denominations. The other values were inscribed ROYAL NAVAL RESERVE rather than TRAIL OF THE CARIBOU.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 115a-126a,A fresh, highly desirable complete set of twelve imperforate blocks, ungummed as issued; the 4c with light wrinkles as often on this value. Very scarce in blocks, a spectacular set with bright fresh colours, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 127i,A nicely centered mint single of the trial surcharge IN RED. A very scarce stamp as only one setting of twenty-five was printed, VF VLH; 2010 Greene Foundation cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 128 footnote,A well centered mint single with surcharge essay in BLACK (Type I; bars 10½mm apart). Only one setting of 25 was printed in this colour; elusive, VF hinged

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 128 footnote,A well centered mint single of the surcharge essay in RED (Type I; bars 10½mm apart), scarce with only one sheet of 25 printed, VF OG; 1982 RPS of London cert. ex. "Zurich" Collection (Part 2, October 1991; Lot 259)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 131b/142a,A remarkable set of eleven imperforate blocks, each with sheet margin on one side, ungummed as issued, the 1c, 2c, 6c and 8c show centre cross guidelines (unique positional blocks), only missing the 3c as do nearly all sets, all with bright colours and large margins. An elusive set in blocks, VF and choice

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 132,Engraved Die Proof in dark carmine, in near issued colour with bold, sharp impression on white bond paper 27 x 23mm, very large margins, a rare die proof unlisted in Minuse & Pratt, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 133,A superb lot of eight different Engraved Trial Colour Small Die Proofs in dark blue, dark green, carmine, orange brown, brown, red, violet and blue, on white wove paper with horizontal or vertical mesh. An attractive and rarely encountered group, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 135,Large Die Proof printed in deep blue on white wove horizontal mesh paper 53 x 65mm, showing the full die sinkage, scarce and appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 135,Trial colour die proof in dark brown, trimmed stamp size and gummed on white wove paper, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 139,Progressive Die Proof in dark ultramarine on white wove unwatermarked paper 53 x 67mm; with shading and wording added in blue watercolour to a most unusual and dramatic effect; diagonal crease, an impressive unfinished & artist painted die proof, VF appearance

Shading in trees, the "NEWFOUNDLAND" tablet, both lower corner "10", the "TS" of "CENTS" and "RIVER" word have been meticulously handpainted in blue watercolour.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 142,Progressive Die Proof printed in dark grey on yellowish wove vertical mesh paper (0.0035" thick) 62 x 95mm, shows the full die sinkage, with unfinished shading in surrounding frames to dramatic effect. A superb proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 145,Official artist's handpainted and photographic die essay of Map of Newfoundland & Labrador on glossy paper encased within beveled wood frame 100 x 110mm; dated "14th April 1927" at top right, according to R. Pratt exhibit the final design after being re-worked by Whitehead Morris for De La Rue. A remarkable item for exhibition, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 145,A superb Large Die Proof by De La Rue in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 72 x 93mm, displaying the full die sinkage and engraver's guidelines around, exceptional in all respects, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 149,Progressive Die Proof in slate black on white wove unwatermarked paper 59 x 43mm; the sky and mountain shading are too heavy, dot added in the circle at both ends of "EXPRESS CROSSING NEWFOUNDLAND" tablet, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 149,A striking Progressive Die Proof in light sky blue on white wove unwatermarked paper, near complete die sinkage; preliminary state of the frame with denominations and inscriptions. dated "11.8.27" at right, corner crease at lower left, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 150,Die Proof in ultramarine, issued colour, on card mounted white wove paper 52 x 40mm. The De La Rue finished die, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 151,Die Proof in orange brown, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 60 x 50mm; shows die sinkage at top and bottom. A beautiful De La Rue die proof of the finished die, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 152,Trial Colour Die Proof in dark greenish black, stamp size on white wove paper; noticeably different colour than the issued stamp, this denomination was not re-engraved by Perkins Bacon. A scarce die proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 155,Trial Colour Die Proof in ultramarine on white wove unwatermarked paper 37 x 44mm; a beautiful coloured die proof, VF and elusive

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 157,Die Proof in greenish slate black, near issued colour, on white wove horizontal mesh unwatermarked paper 47 x 41mm, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 157,Die Proof in greyish black, colour of issue, on white wove vertical mesh unwatermarked paper 52 x 40mm, in choice condition, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES Large Die Essay by Perkins Bacon, prepared but unissued, similar to the engraving by De La Rue (Scott 158) but with subtle differences to the design shown such as wider spacing between left frame and building, the weather vane on top of building is higher, etc. Printed in dark green on white wove unwatermarked paper 70 x 96mm with full die sinkage. A remarkable essay ideal for a serious collection, superb in all respects, XF and of great rarity (Minuse & Pratt E-2 listed after #178)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 160i,A superbly centered mint example with trial surcharge IN BLACK, Type I showing wide spacing (5mm) between "CENTS" and horizontal bar, full original gum with barest trace of hinging, very seldom encountered with such remarkable centering, XF VLH; 1986 BPA cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 160ii,An unusually well centered, fresh mint example of the trial surcharge IN BLACK, Type II narrow spacing (3mm) between "CENTS" and horizontal bar, full original gum, very lightly hinged; pencil signed by expert Herbert Bloch on reverse along with his certificate, VF+ VLH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 163,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 57 x 80mm; the final die with guideline at right and albino reversed die number "788" at top right, a very scarce and striking proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 163,Perkins Bacon Die Proof in dark green on white wove unwatermarked paper 53 x 72mm; the approval state of die without guideline and die number, scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 164,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 80 x 58mm; the final die with guideline at top and albino reversed die number "789" top left, very seldom encountered, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 165,Progressive Die Proof in light brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 82 x 63mm; with almost complete die sinkage, shows frame nearly complete without portraits. A dramatic and rarely encountered unfinished die proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 165,Progressive Die Proof in orange brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 84 x 60mm, two small corner creases at foot, full die sinkage; penciled date "31.5" at foot, shows INCOMPLETE LEFT FRAME and lacks some shading to right frame. A rare Perkins Bacon progressive die proof, VF (Minuse & Pratt 165PX-G)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 165,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 85 x 60mm; the final die with guideline at top centre and albino reversed die number "790" at top left. A superb and rarely offered proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 165,Perkins Bacon Die Proof in orange brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 55 x 50mm; the approval state without guideline, bright and fresh, VF and scarce

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 165i,A well centered, fresh mint lower left block imperforate horizontally at foot and showing plate number "2" (sideways) at lower left, negligible margin stain, hinged on top left stamp, others are NH, VF; a very rare plate numbered perforation variety block, ex. Robert H. Pratt (private sale)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 166,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 58 x 78mm; the final die with guideline at right and albino reversed die number "797" at top right, a very scarce and striking die proof, VF; ex Robert H. Pratt with his "RP" monogram backstamp

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 167,Perkins Bacon Die Proof in slate green, issued colour, on white wove unwatermarked paper 71 x 48mm; the approval state without guideline, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 168,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 81 x 57mm; the final die with guideline at top and albino reversed die number "817" at top left. In pristine condition and very scarce, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 169,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 79 x 58mm; the final die with guideline at top and albino reversed die number "813"at top left. A superb and very scarce proof, XF; ex. Senator Henry D. Hicks (November 1991; Lot 299)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 169,Perkins Bacon Trial Colour Large Die Proof in dark violet, colour of issue on white wove unwatermarked paper 82 x 61mm, shows the full die sinkage; the approved die with guideline at top, no die number, VF and choice

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 169,Perkins Bacon Large Die Proof in dark violet on tinted white wove unwatermarked paper 83 x 58mm; the final die with guideline at top and albino reversed die number "813" at top left; attractive and VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 170,Perkins Bacon Large Die Proof in dark blue, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 77 x 60mm, shows die sinkage at top and bottom, corner crease top left; the approval state without guideline and die number. A rare proof unlisted in Minuse & Pratt, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 171,Perkins Bacon Large Die Proof in black, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 70 x 52mm; the approved die with engraver's guideline at top, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 178,Perkins Bacon Die Proof in orange brown, near issued colour, on white wove unwatermarked paper 66 x 52mm; the approval state without guideline, an attractive and elusive die proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 182,Large Die Proof in dark brown, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 56 x 82mm, approval state of the Perkins Bacon die; beautiful and very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 182,Die Proof in dark brown, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 41 x 48mm, the approved Perkins Bacon die with characteristic guideline at right, VF and scarce

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 183,Large Die Proof in green, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 62 x 107mm, full die sinkage, the approved die with guideline but no die number, very attractive and XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 183iv,Lower right corner block of nine from the uncut booklet sheet, shows top and bottom rows and imperforate bottom margin variety. A very rare booklet multiple, VF NH (Cat. as singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 185,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 74 x 115mm, full die sinkage, the final (corrected) die with reverse die number "1018" and guideline at right. A wonderful proof that will stand out in anyone's collection, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 185,Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 58 x 94mm; the final die (Die I; with dot in letter "O" of "TWO), engraver's guideline and albino reverse die number "967" at right, "before deepening" pencil notation at foot, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 185,Die Proof in rose, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 59 x 84mm, full die sinkage, the approved die with guideline, no die number; scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 186c, iii,Two upper left imperforate blocks with Plate "1" (reversed) and Plate "4" respectively, both with minor marginal wrinkling and ungummed as issued, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 186d,A fresh mint imperforate vertically between in error, sheet margin at foot, well centered, a seldom encountered error in a multiple, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 186ix,A mint horizontal strip of four, completely DOUBLE PERFORATED, showing Plate "2" (reversed) in left margin; a dramatic and extremely rare error, F-VF NH

We sold a similar double perforated multiple in November 2019 - from Die II, a Plate 4 UL block.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 186viii,A striking mint strip of twenty displaying two rows imperforate vertically and horizontally through the sixth column, hinge reinforcements along split perfs in places; a spectacular perforation error, VF OG

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in red brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 62 x 85mm, full die sinkage; the approved die with guideline and reverse die number "966". A rarely offered proof - unlisted in Minuse & Pratt or on Glen Lundeen BNA proofs website, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187,Trial Colour Die Proof in slate blue on white wove unwatermarked paper 82 x 60mm; the final die with guideline and albino reverse die number "966", light creasing away from design, VF and rare, unlisted in Minuse & Pratt, Walsh and Lundeen

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 62 x 82mm, full die sinkage; the final die with guideline and reverse die number "966", XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187,Die Proof in orange brown, colour of issue on white wove unwatermarked wove paper 59 x 84mm; the approved die with guideline but without die number, choice, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187,A well centered mint block showing perforated SPECIMEN (inverted and doubled), rarely seen on this denomination, most striking, VF OG

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 187d variety,Mint imperforate block of ten from top right corner of the uncut booklet sheet, positional guide dot and lines at upper right, minor tone spots at bottom right, natural gum bend, otherwise VF NH, a very rare imperforate booklet block

Printed in sheets of 60 (10 x 6), booklet sheets were then perforated and trimmed into fifteen booklet panes of four. The offered block shows the wide spacing (4.5mm) horizontally between each pane, compared to 3.5mm within the pane.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 188,Upper left trial colour plate proof block of four printed in black on bond paper, showing Plate number "2" (reversed); natural extraneous printing ink at top left. A very rare (if not unique) plate block, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 188,Die Proof printed in dark violet, issued colour, on white wove unwatermarked paper 74 x 91mm; the approved die with guideline at right and no die number. Shows full die sinkage, superb in all respects, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 188,Trial Colour Die Proof in black on yellowish wove unwatermarked paper 63 x 82mm, full die sinkage; the final die with guideline and reverse die number "969" at top right, choice, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 189,Die Proof in rose lake, colour of issue, on white wove watermarked paper 61 x 80mm; the final die with guideline and albino reverse die number "969", VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 190,A spectacular Progressive Die Proof of the frame and inscriptions only, printed in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 62 x 85mm; the first one we recall seeing, VF; ex. Graham Cooper (December 2016; Lot 665)

Interestingly enough, no progressive proof of the 5 cent Caribou of any kind is listed in either the exhaustive Minuse & Pratt handbook or on Glen Lundeen BNA proofs website, nor was one present in the famous Robert H. Pratt collection.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 191,Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 70 x 115mm; the completed die with guideline reversed die number "1023". Shows full die sinkage, superb in all respects, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 191,Die Proof in violet, colour of issue, on white wove watermarked paper 51 x 57mm; the final die with guideline at right and part albino reverse die number "1023"; a choice proof of this popular stamp, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 191,A fabulous upper left trial colour plate proof block in black on unwatermarked white bond paper, showing reversed plate "2" number and intact, rarely seen full sheet margins, insignificant corner crease, a remarkable block, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 191g,A fresh mint pair imperforate vertically between, VF NH (Unitrade 191g)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 192,Progressive Die Proof in blue, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 64 x 102mm; unfinished design as "H.R.H. PRINCESS ELIZABETH" imprint is absent. A rare and desirable progressive proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 192,A superb Trial Colour Die Proof in black, die sunk on large card 77 x 102mm with reverse die "981" number at top right. A wonderful proof, ideal for the specialist, XF; ex. Senator Henry D. Hicks (November 1991; Lot 330)

A most unusual proof with the stamp and the die number printed on individual glazed white paper, then sunk on thick bright white card with embossing visible on reverse.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 192,Die Proof in blue, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper; the approved die showing guideline right of design, in pristine condition, XF; ex. "Zurich" Collection (March 1991; Lot 691)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 193,Trial Colour Progressive Die Proof in orange, showing incomplete design with blank side panels much less shading in waterfalls, on unwatermarked wove paper 83 x 62mm. An eye-appealing and very rare early stage proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 193,Progressive Die Proof in olive black, colour of issue, incomplete design with blank side panels and incomplete shading lines in and around "Salmon" imprint, measuring 88 x 65mm, showing full die sinkage and in choice condition. A beautiful and rarely seen progressive proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 193,Trial Colour Die Proof printed in orange on unwatermarked paper 112 x 72mm; the approval state without guideline or die number. Shows full die sinkage, pencil date "19.X.31" at foot, a beautiful proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 194,Progressive Die Proof in black, unfinished with no fans at top corners of vignette, on unwatermarked wove paper 86 x 62mm, full die sinkage, in pristine condition, XF; a rare progressive proof of this popular stamp.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 194,Large Die Proof in black, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 96 x 63mm; the approved die with guideline above design, without die number, very attractive, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 195,Progressive Die Proof of the surrounding frame, no vignette, printed in dark reddish purple on white unwatermarked wove paper 87 x 62mm with full sinkage, pencilled date "18.6.31" by engraver on reverse. A visually striking and rare progressive proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 195,Large Die Proof in reddish purple, colour of issue, on white unwatermarked wove paper 94 x 77mm, full die sinkage; the approval state without guideline or die number, a superb proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 195,Trial Colour Die Proof printed in black on yellowish unwatermarked wove paper 85 x 53mm; the approval state without guideline or die number. Penciled notation at foot: "the latest stamp just completed...", VF and very scarce

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 195,Die proof in reddish purple, colour of issue, on white unwatermarked wove paper 87 x 59; the approved die with guideline at top, without die number, scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 196,Large Progressive Die Proof in green on white unwatermarked wove paper 87 x 62mm, shows the surrounding frame, without vignette or "POSTAGE" at top, complete die sinkage, pencil signature of engraver "Wolfenden" and date "21/5/31" at lower right. A most appealing, rarely seen progressive proof ideal for exhibition, VF; ex. St. Aylott (August 2010; Lot 365)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 196,Progressive Die Proof without POSTAGE at top, unshaded "CAPE RACE" at foot and the initial "rough sea" coarsely engraved with diagonal lines added, printed in green on white unwatermarked wove paper 89 x 61mm with full die sinkage, engraver's pencil "Finished 5/6/31" at top right. Most appealing, VF and rare

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 196,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white unwatermarked wove paper 98 x 66mm; the completed die with guideline and albino reverse die number "963"; a superb proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 196,Die Proof printed in green on white unwatermarked wove paper 85 x 58mm; shows complete die sinkage. The approved state of the die with guideline, no die number; small pencil "Final 24.6.31" on back, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 196,Die Proof in green on white unwatermarked wove paper 93 x 59mm; the approval state of die without engraver's guideline or die number, small tear at foot. Manuscript "Engraved by H.K. Wolfenden for Perkins, Bacon & Co." at foot, appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 197,Progressive Die Proof in grey, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 93 x 72mm, showing complete die sinkage, incomplete shading in places notably to left of ships and omitted horizontal lines in corners tablets. A superb and desirable progressive proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 197,Die Proof in grey, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 57 x 46mm; the completed die with engraver's guideline, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 197,A well centered, mint block of six with margin at foot, nearly complete perforated SPECIME(N), reading down over all stamps, one stamp LH, otherwise VF NH; a striking specimen multiple - very few exist.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 198,Progressive Die Proof in blue, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 72 x 51mm, shows incomplete land mass at left and no cross-hatching at lower left; partial penciled date by engraver at foot. A remarkable and desirable progressive proof, VF; ex. Senator Henry D. Hicks (November 1991; Lot 305)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 198,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in mauve on white wove unwatermarked paper 95 x 67mm; full die sinkage, the completed die with guideline and albino reverse die number "963", very attractive, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 198,Large Die Proof in blue, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 87 x 63mm, complete die sinkage, engraver's penciled annotation "4-8-31" just below design and "as sent" at foot. An attractive final state proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 199,Trial Colour Large Die Proof printed in mauve on unwatermarked wove paper 95 x 67mm; approval state without guideline or die number; visually striking and rarely seen, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 208,Large Die Proof printed in reddish brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 70 x 97mm, full die sinkage; the approval state without guideline or die number, pencil date "21-7" and "after deepening" at foot. Near complete design, lacking minute dots in cross-hatching below "SEVEN CENTS". Also a proof of same colour & paper 46 x 59mm; the approved die with completed aforementioned details and guideline at right, a very scarce duo, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 208,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 65 x 93mm, full die sinkage; the final die with guideline and reverse die number "1029; a superb and visually striking proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 208,Large Die Proof in red brown, colour of issue, on white wove watermarked paper 69 x 80mm, showing die sinkage on both sides; the completed die with guideline and reverse die number "1029", VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 208b,A choice mint pair imperforate vertically between, scarce this nice, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 209,Trial Colour Large Die Proof printed in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 113 x 74mm, full die sinkage; the final die with guideline and reverse die number "1024", in pristine condition and most striking, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 209,Large Die Proof in orange red, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 110 x 70mm, full die sinkage; the approval state without engraver's guideline or die number; pencilled "3.6.32" date on reverse. A superb proof, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 210,Progressive Large Die Proof in dark blue showing surrounding frame only, die sunk on white wove paper 87 x 66mm and showing complete die sinkage. Very scarce and quite striking, VF; ex. St. Aylott (August 2010; Lot 376)

The frame is unfinished - horizontal shading lines at left and right side of "LOADING IRON ORE BELL ISLAND" are absent, as are the two small horizontal lines in the lower corner "triangles".

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 210,Large Die Proof in dark blue on white wove unwatermarked paper 96 x 66mm; the completed die with guideline and reverse die number "1028", VF and choice

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 210,Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white wove watermarked paper 79 x 68mm; the completed die with engraver's guideline and reverse die number "1028", VF and attractive

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 210b,A lovely mint single of the sought-after double impression error, gum slightly sweated (appears NH), unusually well centered for this dramatic error, VF and desirable

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 212-225,An exceptional, complete set of fourteen Trial Colour Die Proofs, all printed in black on white wove watermarked paper; the final die with guideline on one side, partial to full reverse die numbers in top left or right corner. A choice set of coloured die proofs, very seldom offered complete, VF-XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 212-225,The complete set of fourteen Die Proofs printed in issued colours on white wove watermarked paper; 1c with corner crease. Virtually all show a large portion of or full reverse die number with guideline. A rare and most attractive set, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 233-243,Trial Colour Die Proofs printed in black on yellowish wove unwatermarked paper - THE COMPLETE SET OF ELEVEN, each approx 80 x 50mm; the final die with small cross at one or both sides of the design. A fabulous set, very few exist, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES A fabulous lot of four different Progressive Die Proofs of the King's Head, oval and "Crown", two are of the vignette in different shades of blue, the other two are finished dies of the vignette with reverse die number "1214" at top - one in black with tiny crosses and one in blue without markings. Measuring 65-70 x 85-95mm on white wove unwatermarked paper and with full die sinkage areas. A very rare group which would make a tremendous frontispiece to an exhibit of the Long Coronation issue, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES Progressive Die Proof of vignette in blue on white wove unwatermarked paper 69 x 94mm showing full die sinkage; shading on King's face is light, without die number and cross guidelines, scarce and appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 233,Progressive Die Proof in black on yellowish wove unwatermarked paper 115 x 65mm, the central vignette and KGVI portrait only, latter with added lines to fish's tail, rare and desirable, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 234,Die I & Die II plate proof pairs in the issued colour on bond paper, scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 234d,Pristine fresh and well centered mint block imperforate vertically between and at right, rich colour and full immaculate gum; a very rare perforation error block, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 234f,Imperforate mint pair in horizontal format, sheet margin at right, VF OG

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 234i, ii,An exceptional mint horizontal pair with deep rich colour, imperforate vertically and additionally showing the constant "Cigar Stub" plate variety (Pos. 8) on right-hand stamp; faintest trace of hinging. Exceedingly rare - perhaps one or two others exist, ideal for a King George VI specialist, VF VLH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 235,Progressive Die Proof in ultramarine - the central vignette and KGVI portrait only, on yellowish wove unwatermarked paper 97 x 60mm. A fabulous proof, choice, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 235,Large Die Proof in ultramarine, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 95 x 62mm; the approved state of die with small cross guidelines at sides, no die number. Rare and attractive, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 236,Die Proof in scarlet on white wove unwatermarked paper 96 x 53mm, complete die sinkage, the approval state without guideline or die number, attractive and rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 236c,A very well centered mint horizontal pair imperforate vertically in error, sheet margin at right. Seldom encountered in such premium condition, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 237,Progressive Die Proof in olive grey - the central vignette and KGVI portrait only, on yellowish wove unwatermarked paper 107 x 62mm. Rare and attractive, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 238a/243b, 234f,Five different imperforate pairs in vertical format, deep fresh colours and ungummed as issued (except the elusive 24c blue, full OG LH); 3c is Die II with light vertical crease, otherwise VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 239,Large Die Proof in deep claret, different than the issued colour, on thick laid "Parchment" paper106 x 73mm, no watermark, full die sinkage. The approval state without guideline or die number, very scarce, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 240,Large Die Proof in green on thick laid paper showing portion of "Eagle" (of Eagle Parchment) watermark at right, 86 x 59mm, negligible wrinkle at bottom right. The approval state without die number or guideline. Rarely offered, VF and appealing

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 240a, ii,A spectacular mint vertical strip of five, sheet margin at foot, unusually well centered for the issue, top pair displaying both the "Extra Smokestack" constant plate variety (Pos. 55) as well as being and imperforate between - AN EXTREMELY RARE COMBINATION, we would not be surprised if this is the only such pair in existence, XF LH

Provenance: Graham Cooper, Spink, December 2016; Lot 736

ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT NEWFOUNDLAND KING GEORGE VI VARIETIES, IDEAL FOR AN EXHIBIT COLLECTION.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 241,Progressive Die Proof in turquoise - design is complete except for a void area above left value tablet, on white wove unwatermarked paper 98 x 71mm, full die sinkage, the first such proof we recall offering, VF and rare

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 245,Die Proof in green, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 32 x 39mm; the approval state without guideline, VF and attractive

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 246,A superb lot of four distinctive Progressive Die Proofs, printed in carmine on white wove unwatermarked paper, displaying different stages of the engraving as follows:

1) partially shaded vignette & Crown, with surrounding frames
2) shaded vignette & Crown, with surrounded frames
3) nearly complete, no shading along surrounding lettering and denominations
4) nearly complete, unfinished tiara and incomplete between tiara and Crown.

Interestingly enough, 1) and 4) are not listed in Minuse & Pratt handbook or Lundeen.

All four proofs are in choice condition, measuring approx 62-67 x 89-92mm and show nearly complete die sinkage area. A very rare group and an ideal showpiece, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 246,Two drastically different trial colour progressive die proofs - one shows the vignette and surrounding frame only, the other shows a near complete design lacking shading along letters, denominations and in and around the tiara. Both printed in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 66 x 90mm & 64 x 88mm respectively; small stain spot on each well away from design, eye-appealing and rarely seen, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 246,Large Die Proof in carmine, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 68 x 95mm, full die sinkage; the final die with tiny engraver's etched cross guidelines above and below design and reverse albino die number "1239" A beautiful proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 246a, variety,A superb mint block, right pair and sheet margin imperforate and left pair imperforate at right, this is the only such perforation error block we recall offering - a great item for the specialist, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 246 variety,A corner margin block imperforate vertically between the sheet margin and right pair, lower pair is NH. A striking and seldom seen variety, especially as a multiple, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 247,Three Progressive Die Proofs in rose carmine of the central vignette and surrounding frame only, each with subtle differences in the dress and Princess's face, on laid paper showing the papermaker's watermark, very rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 247,Two progressive die proofs of the central vignette and surrounding frame only, printed in different shades of bluish green; first with incomplete Crown and dress on "PARCHMENT" watermarked laid paper 78 x 106mm, minute tone spots; second with complete Crown and dress on laid paper 72 x 86mm. Rare preliminary die proofs, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 247,Progressive die proof of central vignette with Princess complete dress and finished "Crown" along with surrounding frame, measuring 90 x 78mm, printed in magenta on watermarked laid paper showing full impression of an Eagle, rare and appealing, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 247,Large Die Proof in blue, colour of issue on white wove unwatermarked paper 68 x 95mm; the final die with engraver's tiny cross guidelines above and below design, reverse die number "1236"; very scarce and appealing, XF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 253a,Left margin mint imperforate left-centre plate "41711" block, showing marginal crosses and guidelines; light gum bends as usual with these Waterlow printings. A very rare plate block, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 254, 255, 257, 269,A matching lot of four imperforate inter-panneau blocks of eight; each with wide gutter (45mm) margin between blocks, two plate numbers in lower margin with archival annotations and customary Waterlow security punch. Usual creasing and wrinkling, 2c has a marginal nick, 5c with marginal thin. Minor imperfections aside, these four blocks are of exhibit caliber and exceedingly rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 255,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on a very distinctive glazed white-surfaced thick wove unwatermarked paper 58 x 87mm; the sought-after Waterlow die with no shading line below "3s" and design width of 21mm - a miniscule number of these die proof exists, VF; unlisted in both Minuse & Pratt and Lundeen.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 255 variety,Cross guideline centre of sheet positional mint block showing a major shift of the vertical perforations (5mm to right), VF NH and visually striking.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 255iv,Upper left plate "43967" block, well centered and fresh, displaying a strong full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number. A very rare plate block, VF NH (Cat. as four singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 255iv,Upper right plate "43967" block, well centered and fresh, displaying a strong full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number. Very rare, VF NH (Cat. as four singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257-1,Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white unwatermarked paper 59 x 79mm, reverse die number "960" at top right. The old Perkins Bacon die reworked by Waterlow & Sons, adding characteristic cross and etched marks at sides. A very rare proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257ix,A very scarce upper right corner block of this emergency war time printing, without plate number as are all known corner blocks of this elusive, short-lived printing; displaying a Perkins Bacon perforation gauge in combination with the distinctive paper and die of the Waterlow Printing. Very lightly hinged in selvedge only, stamps are precisely centered with fresh colour and NH. A key printing of the KGVI era, VF; 1990 BPA cert. (SG 280 £720) ex. Graham Cooper (December 2016; Lot 781)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257vi,Right centre margin mint block with positional guide dot, displaying an impressive full reverse offset on gum side - all stamps and marginal markings. Quite possibly the sole such surviving block, F-VF NH (cat. as four Fine NH singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257c,An attractive mint example of the dramatic DOUBLE IMPRESSION error, light gum bend; the doubling is noticeably more prominent than most of the known examples, F-VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257b,A fresh, nicely centered mint pair imperforate vertically; noticeably nicer than we are accustomed to seeing, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 257iv,A phenomenal mint lower margin plate "43966" inter-panneau block of eight, imperforate vertically, wide (45mm) gutter margin between blocks, customary fold at centre and typical gum wrinkles found on Waterlow printings. This is a UNIQUE positional block and without doubt one of the greatest items of the 1941-1944 Waterlow Resources issue, VF NH (cat. as two fine NH strips)

Provenance: Senator Henry D. Hicks (November 1991; Lot 348)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 258i,A mint lower left block showing left pair without watermark, the Coat of Arms watermark starts about half way through the right pair. Quite scarce and VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 261,Large Die Proof in black on unwatermarked wove paper 83 x 58mm, nearly full die sinkage; reverse die number "957". The old Perkins Bacon die taken by Waterlow & Sons, characteristic crossed guidelines and etched marks on both sides. A very rare Waterlow proof, VF and sought-after

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 261c,A fresh mint vertical pair imperforate horizontally, well centered for this difficult error, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 262,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on unwatermarked wove paper 74 x 61mm; reverse die number "958" at left. The old Perkins Bacon die employed by Waterlow & Sons with their characteristic crossed lines and etched marks at sides. A very rare Waterlow proof perfect for a serious collection, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 262i,Upper right plate "41794" block displaying a remarkably full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number; stamps well centered, offset shifted. Perhaps unique, VF NH (Cat. as four singles only)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 263i,Lower left plate "41796" block, displaying a remarkably full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number. Perhaps unique, VF NH (Cat. as four singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 263i,Upper left plate "41796" block displaying a remarkably full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number. Perhaps the only known UL block, VF NH (Cat. as four singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 263i, 264ii variety,Lower right plate "41796" block of four and left centre plate "41795" block of six respectively; 24c with crease on top pair; each with strong partial reverse offset on gum side on two and three stamps; very seldom seen as such and especially desirable on plate number blocks, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 265,Large Trial Colour Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked wove paper 94 x 72mm, full die sinkage; the rare Waterlow Die with characteristic circular mark and tiny crossed guidelines at sides, reverse die number "17114" at top. A very desirable Waterlow die proof created from the salvaged Perkins Bacon die of the May 1941 "Blitz", VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 266,Large Die Proof in black on white wove unwatermarked paper 202 x 66mm with intact, untrimmed as originally prepared are rarely seen thus, full die sinkage and reverse albino die number "1232", characteristic small circle at left and tiny cross guidelines on sides of design. A rare Waterlow & Son Die Proof and a wonderful item for exhibition, XF; ex. St. Aylott Collection (August 2010; Lot 425)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 267,Engraved Die Proof in carmine, colour of issue, 89 x 75mm, die sunk on full-size card 230 x 154mm, with die "X-C 3887" number and CBN imprint below stamp design, very rare, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 269b,A mint pair with sheet margin at right, imperforate vertically, brilliant fresh colour and unusually well centered, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 269iv,Upper left plate "43359" block displaying a remarkably full reverse offset on gum side including the plate number. Perhaps the only known UL plate block, VF NH (Cat. as Fine NH singles)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 269v,Mint imperforate upper right plate "43359" block, customary Waterlow archival security punch, natural gum wrinkling as is the norm on these; an elusive plate block, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES 270b,A large margined mint imperforate pair, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES BK1,An exploded booklet complete with covers, five two-sided advertising interleave and the three booklet panes of eight - one 1 cent and two 2 cent. Each pane shows cross guideline in tab margin - a seldom seen positional mark, characteristic clipped perfs on one or two sides and full brown original gum associated with this these difficult panes, F-VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES BK2a,A complete booklet in unusually choice condition, contains well centered perf 13.2 panes of 1c green, 2c rose (3) and 3c orange brown and all advertising pages, fresh with clean, unmarked covers, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES BK3,A complete booklet containing all five panes line perf 14 - 1c grey black, 2c green Die I (3) and 3c orange brown and all advertising interleaves. A pristine booklet, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES BK4a,A complete booklet in pristine condition, contains comb perf 13½ panes of 1c grey, 2c green Die II (3) and 3c orange brown and all advertising pages, as nice as they come, XF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C1,A choice mint single of this famous pioneer airmail rarity, extremely well centered for this notoriously difficult stamp, intact perforations all around and unusually fresh colour, barest trace of hinging, customary "J.A.R." initials on reverse (Dr. J. Alex. Robinson, Postmaster General). A beautiful mint example of this first Trans-Atlantic airmail, XF VLH

Expertization: signed on reverse by various experts - pencil signatures of Alberto Diena and Henry Revell Harmer and guarantee handstamps of Serebrakian & Sanabria.
2022 Greene Foundation certificate

Provenance: William H. Gross, Spink, November 2009; Lot 320
Gibralter, Shreves, February 1996; Lot 384

ONLY 200 STAMPS WERE OVERPRINTED OF WHICH 95 COPIES WERE USED FOR FRANKING OF MAIL ON THE ILL-FATED FLIGHT. A TOTAL OF 87 MINT EXAMPLES WERE REPORTED SHORTLY AFTER ISSUANCE; IT IS LIKELY THAT FAR FEWER REMAIN MORE THAN 100 YEARS AFTER ITS ISSUE.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C2, C2a, C2ii,A nicely centered mint block (Lower right position in the setting of 25), three surcharge types including small comma after "POST"; comma after "POST" and stop after "1919"; and two positions without comma after "POST". Post office fresh, VF NH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C3/C3j,A brilliant, post office fresh mint sheet of twenty-five displaying all six overprint types, well centered with rich colour on fresh white paper, hinged on six stamps (Pos. 1-2, 4-5, 23-24), others NEVER HINGED. A desirable intact sheet, VF OG / NH

Only 560 sheets of 25 were printed (four were inverted). It has been documented that 5,000 letters were franked with this stamp from November 16 to 26, 1921. A very small percentage remain in intact sheets.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C5,An extraordinary mint example, superior to all we have handled over the years, exceptionally well centered with brilliant fresh colour and strong impression of the special flight surcharge (Position 4 in the setting of four), possessing full original gum NEVER HINGED. A superb stamp in all respects - having all of the attributes which collectors of high quality seek, XF NH GEM

Expertization: 1982 and 2022 Greene Foundation certificates

AN OUTSTANDING MINT NEVER HINGED EXAMPLE OF THIS IMPORTANT NEWFOUNDLAND AIRMAIL. OF THE 300 STAMPS SURCHARGED FOR THE FLIGHT, A THIRD WERE USED ON COVERS. A VERY LARGE PERCENTAGE OF THE AVAILABLE MINT EXAMPLES ARE OFF-CENTER AND HINGED.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6-C8,Trial Colour Large Die Proofs - the set of three printed in black on distinctive thick unwatermarked yellowish bond paper, full die sinkage; the final dies with reverse die numbers. A very scarce set, VF

Provenance: “Labrador” Airmail Collection, Harmers of London, August 2003; Lot
St. Aylott Collection of Newfoundland, Eastern Auctions, August 2010; Lot 449

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6-C8,Trial Colour Large Die Proofs, the set of three printed in black on thinner white wove unwatermarked paper; the final dies with reverse die numbers (albino on the 15 cent). A beautiful and attractive set, VF and very scarce

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6-C8,Large Die Proofs - the set of three in issued colours on white wove unwatermarked paper, full die sinkage; the final dies with reverse die numbers, light crease to $1 away from design, showing interesting engraver's pencil annotation at foot: "Final proof - note deepening of diagonal lines of background between letter". A very scarce set, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6-C8,Trial colour plate proof blocks in black on thick bond unwatermarked paper. Most unusual in blocks, most from the sole set of sheets printed have been split into pairs or more often singles, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6-C8,The set of three trial colour plate proofs in black on thick bond unwatermarked paper, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6c-C8c,A beautiful set of three mint imperforate pairs, the $1 corner marginal, characteristic thick original gum, somewhat naturally uneven on the 15c and minor gum wrinkle on 50c and LH top margin only; all with large margins, fresh colours and NEVER HINGED. A rarely offered set; patiently assembled one pair at a time over a period of many years, VF NH; the $1 with 1982 RPS of London cert.

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in black on white wove watermarked paper 52 x 76mm; the final die with guideline and reverse albino die number "919". Remarkably strong jet black impression and most appealing thus, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6,Trial Colour Large Die Proof in yellow brown on white wove unwatermarked paper 62 x 90mm, full die sinkage; the approved state with guideline but no die number. A lovely proof quite distinctive compared to the issued colour, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C6b,An unusually fresh, well centered mint vertical pair imperforate between, full original gum, faint trace of hinging; pencil signed by Sergio Sismondo along with his 2003 certificate. Seldom seen this nice, VF VLH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C7,Large Die Proof in green, colour of issue, on white wove unwatermarked paper 93 x 65mm; nearly complete die sinkage; the approved die with engraver's guideline but no die number, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C7a,A well centered mint horizontal pair imperforate between, rich colour, tiny gum thin at lower left not readily visible; backstamped by airmail experts Sanabria & Kessler, VF H

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C7a,A visually striking used horizontal pair imperforate between, each stamp struck by clear Carbonear FE 1 31 split ring datestamp; only a few used pairs exist, VF; ex. The "Labrador" Collection of Newfoundland Airmails (February 2003; Lot 3107)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C7b,A corner margin mint vertical pair imperforate between, tiny gum thin top right, very well centered with deep rich colour, scarce, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C8,Progressive Die Proof printed in dark blue on thick bond paper, stamp size with large even margins, negligible thin. The corrected "TRANSATLANTIC" (no hyphen) with Map outlines and wording added. No shading is present in the vignette, making it very distinctive compared to the issued stamp. A wonderful and very rarely offered progressive proof, VF

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C8a, variety,A mint single imperforate vertically between stamp and right margin, two negligible perf tones, otherwise a bright, fresh example of this rarely seen perforation variety, currently unlisted in Unitrade, VF LH (Walsh AM9d)

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C8b,A lovely mint vertical pair imperforate between, fresh and nicely centered, difficult to find, VF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C9b,A superb mint vertical pair imperforate between, sheet margin at right, brilliant fresh colour; Kessler & Sanabria (airmail experts) guarantee backstamps and pencil signed A. Diena. A very scarce perforation error, XF LH

THE AFAB COLLECTION - NEWFOUNDLAND 1897-1947 ISSUES C13-C17,A very attractive complete set of five Trial Colour Die Proofs, each printed in black on white wove watermarked paper approx 60-65 x 55-57mm; the final dies with guideline and reverse die numbers (albino on the 75c). A rare set ideal for exhibition, VF