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Click here to subscribe1856, Aug. 18. Cover from Valdivia to Santiago franked by Second London Printing 5c., ample even margins, being required to pay the up to 5 adarmes rate, showing neat "VALDIVIA." oval handstamp -this item represents its earliest recorded use- in red alongside, with the stamp being very probably tied on arrival by mute cancel. One of two covers known, bearing different frankings, with this oval postmark in red. Ex Menéndez.
1920, 10c. "Tilted Plane", a very fine and well centred example tied by "CCNA/Cartagena" oval, used on postcard from Cartagena to Barranquilla on the First Flight, upfranked, according to the stipulated 1 1/2 centavos postal rate for postcards, with diagonal half of National Post 3c. which was applied adjacent to the vignette, both tied by "Correo Aéreo./Cartagena-Colombia." c.d.s., and 23 February receipt large c.d.s. of Barranquilla also tying the franking. One of the 10 items known with this vignette carried on this flight; the fascination of this postcard is greatly enhanced by the extremely rare usage of a bisected National Post stamp, of which only two examples are recorded accompanying a C.C.N.A. vignette. Signed Calves. Scott C4. Ex Augusto Peinado.
1920, 10c. "Lighthouse and Biplane", featuring "-30 CVS.-" surcharge, very fine and fresh on cover front addressed to Luis Octavio Gómez, tied by "Cía de Navegación/Aérea/Agencia Barranquilla" ribbon handstamp in purple and handstamped "22 FEB 1920" date adjacent, showing, at left, manuscript text by Mr. J. Soto "Recuerdo del primer correo aéreo. Para que tengas un recuerdo del primer correo aéreo. Cartagena-febrero 21 de 1920" and signature. Mr. J. Soto very probably made an agreement with the C.C.N.A. and prepared a very small quantity of covers to be given to friends, although these were dated as from the First Flight of February 22. Nevertheless, one may hypothesize, and it is also believed by few collectors, that these souvenir covers were flown on the first stage (Cartagena-Barranquilla) of the flight by the "Medellín" of 30 November 1920 (the plane suffered a breakdown at El Banco), since the surcharge of 30 centavos corresponded to the C.C.N.A. Nevertheless, this hypothesis can not be demonstrated and, on the other hand, the national postage is missing. Only six vignettes, surcharged with 30 centavos, are recorded, all being used on cover. This "souvenir" surcharge was also applied on the first single-colour C.C.N.A. stamp; very probably not more than 20 examples were produced for each issue. Gebauer 6a. Ex Jack C. Boonshaft.
1920, 10c. green in an unsued block of four without gum, showing upper sheet-margin. This multiple is accompanied by the coloured "Curtiss" label, with marginal imprint, on which the design of this stamp was based. Neither the C.C.N.A. nor the printer asked for permission to copy the "Curtiss" labels. Scott C11.
1920, Nov. 30. Postcard from Cartagena to Medellin, franked on picture side with 10c. green tied by "CCNA/Cartagena" oval handstamp, with on front bearing National Post 1/2c. in block of four, tied on dispatch and arrival (10 December), showing manuscript notation in Spanish at bottom left: "Left Cartagena in the plane 'Medellín' on the 30 November 1920". Some tone spots hardly detracting. This stamp is very scarce used on cover and a true rarity on postcard; furthermore, very few items were flown on 30 November. Scott C11. Ex Augusto Peinado.
Zürich 4, waagrechter Unterdruck, Typen I und II, ungebrauchtes Paar mit vollem Originalgummi (stellenweise minim abgebröckelt), sehr farbfrisch mit erkennbaren Unterdrucklinien, voll bis überwiegend breit gerandet. Senkrechter Bug zwischen den Marken, der nicht den Druck der Zeichnungen berührt. In aussergewöhnlich guter Erhaltung für dieses Stück, eines der schönsten von lediglich sechs ungebrauchten "Zürich 4" Paaren mit waagrechtem Unterdruck bekannt (davon zwei zeigend Typen I und II). (Verkauft für CHF 70'000 am 16. April 1964, Los 323, Sammlung Burrus, Robson Lowe / Urs Peter Kaufmann Auktion in Basel, auch farbig illustriert als eines der bedeutendsten Stücke der Auktion; zum letzten Mal in der Öffentlichkeit damals angeboten). Aufgeführt und illustriert im "A propos Alt-Schweiz". Eine grosse Altschweizerrarität. Attest Marchand, signiert A. Diena und G. Bolaffi. SBK 1W = CHF 220.000. Provenienz: Mirabaud, Ferrari und Burrus. "Zürich 4", background of horizontal lines, types I & II, an extraordinary pair featuring original, slightly cracked, gum, of remarkable freshness enabling its background to be quite clearly exhibited, showing good to predominantly large margins. A faint vertical crease between adhesives, and consequently not affecting the designs, is of no significance for this, one of the finest of only six unused pairs known, this being undoubtedly one of the finest and possessing the added significance of still preserving its original gum (an outstanding feature for this stamp); two of the six pairs known exhibit types I & II. (Sold for CHF 70'000 in 1964, Burrus auction held by Robson Lowe and Urs Peter Kaufmann in Basel, illustrated in one of the few colour plates dedicated to the most significant items of the collection; offered for the last time at public auction on that occasion). A great rarity of Swiss philately, and certainly a key item in the highly advanced collection. Cert. Marchand, signed A. Diena and G. Bolaffi. SBK 1W = CHF 220'000. Provenance: Mirabaud, Ferrari und Burrus.
Ungebrauchtem Zwölferblock mit vollem Originalgummi, Typen 13-14-15-16 / 21-22-23-24 / 29-31-31-32 vom Druckstein B1, in leuchtend frischen Farben, allseitig breit gerandet und meist mit Trennungslinien zwischen Klischeen zeigend. In jeder Beziehung beste Qualität, nur mit minimem, unbedeutenden Riss im Rand bei Type 15. Es handelt sich um die grösstbekannte Einheit dieses seltenen Steins. (Verkauft für CHF 52'000 als Los 539 der Sammlung Burrus bei Robson Lowe / Urs Peter Kaufmann Auktion in Basel in 1964, illustriert auf eine der Farbtafeln des Kataloges als einer der wichtigsten Stücke der Sammlung; der Block wurde einige Jahre später in London angeboten und jetzt, circa 35 Jahre später, bietet diese Auktion, die wichtige Möglichkeit, dieser Top-Rarität zu erlangen). Eine Rarität der Schweizer Philatelie, eine optimale Kombination von Schönheit und Rarität. Attest Marchand, signiert A. Diena und G. Bolaffi. SBK 16/II. Provenienz: Hind und Burrus. Rayon II without framed cross, the exceptional block of twelve, unused with original gum, types 13-14-15-16 / 21-22-23-24 / 29-31-31-32, B1 stone, of delightful freshness with very large margins on all four sides, mostly displaying the frame lines between neighbouring adhesives. The great desirability of this item is further enhanced by the absence of imperfections (a tiny tear in margin of type 15 is of no importance), this being a most remarkable feature for this large multiple. The largest multiple recorded of the rare B1 stone of this extensively used stamp. (Sold for CHF 52'000 and presented as one of the most celebrated items of the Burrus collection in 1964; few years later this item was offered in an auction in London and now, circa 35 years later,this sale offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire this gem). A great gem of Swiss philately, representing a quintessential combination of beauty and rarity. Cert. Marchand, signed A. Diena and G. Bolaffi. SBK 16/II. Provenance: Hind und Burrus.
60 Rp. kupferbronze, Fünfzehnerblock von der rechten unteren Bogenecke mit komplettem Bogenrand, ungebraucht mit vollständigem Originalgummi, alle Marken postfrisch ausser fünf Exemplaren, die saubere Restfälze besitzen, und aussergewöhnlich Frische der Farbe, mit gut erhaltener ausseren Zähnung für so eine grosse Einheit. Es weisst eine meist gute Zentrierung der Marken auf. Unbedeutender und leichter Bug durch die Zähnung zwischen den senkrechten dritten und vierten Reihen. In sehr schöner Qualität, es zeichnet sich durch eine hohe optische Attraktivität für Ausstellung. Eine grosse Rarität der schweizer Philatelie als die grösstbekannte Einheit dieser wertvollen Marke, sowie eine der bedeutendsten Sitzende Helvetia-Stücken. Es galt als das wichtigste Stück dieser Ausgabe in der berühmten Burrus-Sammlung. Attest Marchand, signiert G. und A. Bolaffi. SBK 35 (CHF 5.000 einzeln postfrisch). Provenienz: Burrus. 60rp. copper-bronze, the block of 15 originating from the bottom right corner of the sheet, boasting complete margins and an outstanding freshness in a particularly bright colour, unused with original gum with only five examples having slight traces of hingues, well centred with the perforations being clear of the designs, and possessing full and quite even outer perforations. Lightly folded along vertical perforations between third and fourth row, in no way detracting. In very fine condition, it posses an outstanding visual-appeal for exhibition. An important rarity of Swiss philately as the largest recorded multiple of this highly valuable stamp, considered as one of the top gems of the "Seated Helvetias". (This item, which graced the famous Burrus collection, was the most important piece for this issue in that extraordinary assembly). Cert. Marchand, signed G. and A. Bolaffi. SBK 35 (CHF 5'000 for single n.h. example). Provenance: Burrus.
1891, March 28. Cover front to Birmingham, carried at the recently introduced 2 1/2d. rate to United Kingdom and Colonies, with 1891 1/2d. on half of 1d. brownish claret, two unsevered pairs originating from the right of the sheet and top sheet-margin single example, tied by clean cork cancels, with matching "Falkland/Islands" dispatch c.d.s. at bottom left. Minor toning not detracting. This item was used to illustrate the 1991 26p. "Bisect" conmemorative stamp of the Falkland Islands (S.G. 640), thus possessing an added degree of fascination for this very rare and most desirable commercial franking. Cert. BPA. S.G. 13, 13a.
1904-28, King Edward issues. A highly interesting and comprehensive assembly containing 23 covers/cards (15 of which being used registered), including rare shades such as 1912 2d. reddish purple (ex Neild), usages in South Georgia, few foreign destinations, high denominations with 1912-20 5s. and 1921-28 3s. (2), "War Stamp" frankings, etc. This lot is further enriched by two pieces showing Q.V. and K.E. mixed frankings. Also two parts of formula registered envelopes bearing "War Stamp" frankings. Viewing recommended.
1928, Feb. 7. 2 1/2d. on 2d. purple-brown, upper right corner block of four, used on cover addressed to A.G. Nelson Jones in Wales, the assistant magistrate responsible for this provisional stamp, with the block being centrally cancelled by South Georgia type SG1 c.d.s. Horizontal crease at base clear away of the franking. A rare multiple on cover. S.G. 115.
1925-27. Two 1d. red covers (Heijtz E2b), one without additional franking to Huddersfield and tied by type PS1A c.d.s., whereas the other was addressed to Kent, bearing added 1921-28 2 1/2d. deep blue horizontal strip of five (left stamp with minor corner blemish at top right), tied by type PS1A c.d.s. S.G. 76.
1919, Aug. 1, (Perkins B.6) to London and readdressed to Sussex, franked by 1918-20 "War Stamp" 1s. pale bistre-brown, tied by type F4F c.d.s. which repeated below, with four different London datestamps alongside. "8" blue crayon denoting 8d. insurance, with the 1s. paying this 8d. fee plus 2d. registration, 1d. war tax and 1d. postage. Rare. S.G. 72a.
1882, Aug. 29. Envelope from St. Barts to Besançon (France), franked by 1880 25c. bistre-yellow, cut into in small place at left and with part of the adjoining stamp at right, tied by “Guadeloupe/St. Barthélemy” c.d.s., with backstamps including Basse Terre, Paris and Besançon. Some reduced tone spots of no importance for this important item. Correspondence from this small Island is of great scarcity, where the French P.O. was only opened in October 1878 after having been a Swedish possession until 16.3.1878. Dallay 44.
British Colonies. 1830-1965 ca. An appealing lot with hundreds of covers, featuring an interesting range of territories, with better frankings, destinations including infrequent examples, picture postcards, better cancellations, postal stationeries, airmails, first day usages, stationeries, better semi-modern complete sets, Ottmar Zieher illustarted stamp cards, maritime mail, cancellations, military mail (mainly WWII and Egypt), couple of pre-adhesive items, etc. A detailed viewing is highly recommended for this comprehensive lot.
After Terence Cuneo - two colour prints entitled 'The Battle of Knightsbridge' and 'HM Queen Elizabeth II with some of her Dogs', both issued in limited editions of 850 and signed in pencil to the margin by the artist with the stamp of the Fine Art Trade Guild, image sizes 46 cm x 76 cm and 56 cm x 71 cm - (Illustration indicates sample of lot only) - Est £30 - £50
After Ken Zylla (Minesota) - a commemorative colour print entitled 'Nary a Care', signed in pencil to the margin by the artist, image size 28.5 cm x 41 cm with mount inlaid with mint postage stamp bearing same artwork - included in the lot are five mounted prints depicting ocean going vessels, image sizes 12.5 cm x 17.5 cm - Est £20 - £40
After Eric Richard Sturgeon (1920 - 1999) - a colour print entitled 'The Rivals', image size 58 cm x 46 cm and two further colour prints depicting Mill Hill School, image size 42 cm x 63 cm, each issued in a limited edition and signed in pencil by the artist with margins bearing the stamp of the Fine Art Trade Guild - Est £40 - £60
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