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1861 5c Buff stamp sells for $12,500 with Kelleher Auctions
A collector bagged a bargain with the superb 1861 5c Buff selling cheap
Posted: 18 June 2013
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Olympic Games stamp collection leads Feldman auction at $33,000
A sale dedicated to Olympic Games stamps was topped by a comprehensive collection
Posted: 17 June 2013
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Brazil bull's eye stamp sheet auctions for $648,500
A complete sheet of 60 reis stamps from the Brazilian bull's eye issue auctions in Zurich
Posted: 15 June 2013
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The Dawson Cover - exploring a legendary philatelic gem
The Dawson Cover stands alongside The Treskilling Yellow and British Guiana's 1c Magenta
Posted: 11 June 2013
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1888 Saint Christopher 2½d stamp stars at $31,500
The rare 1888 2½d Saint Christopher stamp is one of many highlights of the World Traveller Collection
Posted: 9 June 2013
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1847 issue proof panes to see $750,000 at Robert A Siegel
Another monumental sale from Robert A Siegel stars the only existing proof panes of the US 1847 issue
Posted: 6 June 2013
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The Dawson Cover to sell for $3m in Steven Walske auction?
A Hawaiian postal history auction stars The Dawson Cover, one of the world's most important covers
Posted: 4 June 2013
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Vancouver Island 5c Rose to star at $40,000 with Spink Shreves
A classic rarity, this example of the Vancouver Island 5c Rose imperf is the second finest known
Posted: 3 June 2013
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Brazil bull's eye stamp sheet to hit $623,000 target in Zurich?
A complete sheet of 60 reis stamps from Brazil's bull's eye issue leads a fine collection
Posted: 28 May 2013
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1856 5c Red Brown stamp makes $37,500 in Siegel auction
The 1856 5c Red Brown with original gum and margins is one of the most difficult stamps to obtain
Posted: 23 May 2013
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Scinde Dawk half anna stamp tops Medina Collection at $15,000
A half anna scarlet from India's Scinde Dawk issue led the award-winning stamp collection
Posted: 22 May 2013
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£1 Kangaroo stamp makes world record price down under
A chestnut and blue £1 Kangaroo stamp has sold with a 400% increase on estimate for $195,000
Posted: 18 May 2013
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1916 1c Green postcard will see $3,000 at HR Harmer
A rare 1916 1c Green postcard with no printed address will sell on June 6-8
Posted: 16 May 2013
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Sideways watermark Penny Red valued at $100,000
After a failed eBay auction at 99c, the Penny Red with sideways watermark could make thousands
Posted: 14 May 2013
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Olympic Games stamps offered by David Feldman in Geneva
A $79,000 example from Greece 1896 will lead fine stamps from the Olympic Games
Posted: 9 May 2013
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India 4 annas cover stars in Medina Collection auction at $12,500
An Indian cover bearing two 1854 4 annas stamps with an inverted watermark will sell
Posted: 7 May 2013
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1912-22 2c Imperforate stamp holds $65,000 estimate
A superb 2c Type 1a Imperforate stamp from the US 1912-1922 issue will lead at Robert A Siegel
Posted: 6 May 2013
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Thai occupation of Kelantan cover valued at $38,500
In a collection dedicated to Thai occupation of Kelantan stamps, the first day cover stars
Posted: 5 May 2013
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Confederate patriotic cover brings 150% increase at auction
The Confederate patriotic cover shows a rare 13-star flag and a pair of 1861 5c Green stamps
Posted: 29 April 2013
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1901 Pan-American 4c invert leads NOJEX auction with $37,500 estimate
A choice example of the 1901 Pan-American 4c invert stamp will headline in New Jersey
Posted: 25 April 2013
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Adams Express Company cover valued at $100,000 in Confederate sale
One of three Adams Express Company covers with the Nashville 10c Provisional stamp will sell
Posted: 23 April 2013
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1922 Kenya £10 stamp auctions at $26,000 in New York
Robert A Siegel auctioned the finest example of the 1922 Kenya and Uganda £10 Green & Black
Posted: 18 April 2013
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The 'Lionheart' stamp collection of Great Britain auctions
The 'Lionheart' stamp collection of Great Britain and the British Empire makes $17,000 at Spink
Posted: 18 April 2013
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US 1857 stamp cover commands $18,000 at Harmers International
A cover bearing an 'incomparable' franking of 1857 US stamps starred in New York
Posted: 15 April 2013
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'Hawaiian Postage' combination cover tops Bill Gross' stamps at $65,000
The only combination cover with a 13c 'Hawaiian Postage' stamp made a 30% increase
Posted: 10 April 2013
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Hoyer & Ludwig printing press valued at $30,000 in San Francisco
The printing press that Hoyer & Ludwig used to print the first Confederate stamps will sell
Posted: 9 April 2013
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1894 Dowager 9ca block to star with $128,000 estimate at Zurich Asia
An 1894 Dowager 9ca block of four is joined by 'British postal agencies in China' stamps
Posted: 4 April 2013
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1871 $500 Persian Rug stamp may see $15,000 at Kelleher Auctions
The 1871 $500 Persian Rug stamp is one of the most beautiful US revenues in history
Posted: 3 April 2013
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1882 £5 Orange leads Great Britain stamps at $13,000
A fair example of the 1882 £5 Orange provides an affordable option for collectors
Posted: 29 March 2013
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Seahorse registration sheets expected to auction for $181,500
Stamps from the British Postal Museum, including Seahorse registration sheets, are to auction
Posted: 27 March 2013
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GB 1880 two shilling stamp headlines Lionheart Collection at $9,000
The popular yet elusive Great Britain 1880 two shilling stamp will sell on April 17
Posted: 26 March 2013
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Rare 'Library Card' surcharge sells for $47,500 in Scarsdale collection
The surcharged 'Library Card' is among the most important rarities in postal card collecting
Posted: 22 March 2013
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7 tips to make you a better stamp collector
Want to improve your stamp collection? These 7 tips will make you a better philatelist
Posted: 20 March 2013
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Bill Gross' 1847 stamps expected to make $2m in April
Fabled investor and collector Bill Gross' US 1847 and 1851-56 issue stamps will auction in NY
Posted: 19 March 2013
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Russia 1902 7k essays bring $50,000 to Cherrystone
A unique selection of 13 1902 7k stamp essays led a strong Russian section
Posted: 15 March 2013
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1851 Half-Cent Bisect could see $75,000 at Siegel auction
Recently discovered, the only half-cent bisect of the 1851 1c stamp is offered in NY this month
Posted: 13 March 2013
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Moscow Philatelic Exhibition souvenir sheet auctions for $13,000
A scarce Moscow Philatelic Exhibition souvenir sheet of four led a major stamp auction
Posted: 12 March 2013
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1903 OW Official block expected to bring $89,500 in UK auction
An extremely scarce block of four of the 1903 OW Official stamps will lead bids
Posted: 11 March 2013
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1928 South Georgia 2½d surcharge block up 70% in du Pont auction
A block of 30 1928 2½d surcharge stamps of South Georgia topped a famous collection
Posted: 8 March 2013
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1909-1910 Australia 2d tops du Pont postage dues at $13,500
A unique 1909-1910 Australian 2d stamp led the postage dues of the notorious John du Pont
Posted: 7 March 2013
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1886 US Offices in China cover up 7.9% on estimate in Switzerland
Featuring a rare stamp combination, the 1886 US Offices in China cover made $28,500
Posted: 6 March 2013
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US 1918 $2 block of eight to auction with $15,000 estimate
A block of eight $2 stamps from the US 1918 issue provides a rare opportunity for collectors
Posted: 6 March 2013
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1861 Woodblock colour error stars at $16,500 in Cape of Good Hope sale
A colour error stamp from the 1861 Woodblock Issue tops the Medina Collection
Posted: 4 March 2013
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Canadian 12d Black stamp achieves $225,000 at local auction
A strong example of the Canadian 12d Black is beaten only by our own offering for sale
Posted: 1 March 2013
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Allens Red Tame Cherry sign to see $30,000 in advertising sale?
A rarely-seen sign for Allens Red Tame Cherry leads advertising memorabilia
Posted: 27 February 2013
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Die 56 3c green stars at $120,000 in latest Scarsdale stamp auction
A unique Die 56 3c green on blue leads among embossed stamped envelopes
Posted: 27 February 2013
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Poll Results: Your favourite stamp is…
You have decided. Which item of our stock would you most like to own?
Posted: 27 February 2013
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Stolen Pony Express cover stars at $300,000 in Alyeska auction
A cover stolen by Native Americans from the Pony Express leads an important sale
Posted: 26 February 2013
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1923 1c green stamp leads Weston Collection with 84% increase
A 1c green stamp from 1923's rotary waste issue has achieved $73,750 in New York
Posted: 25 February 2013
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STAMPEX Spring 2013 Show is underway
The Philatelic Traders Society STAMPEX Spring 2013 show is the toast of Twitter
Posted: 22 February 2013
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How to grade your stamps
Fancy joining the pros? Here's a starter guide on how to grade your stamps
Posted: 20 February 2013
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Sydney Views 2d block stars at $32,000 in Hutson Collection auction
The Hutson Collection of NSW was highlighted by a 2d block of Sydney Views
Posted: 20 February 2013
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Which stamp would you most like to own?
Tell us what you really make of our stock - which of our stamps would you most like to own?
Posted: 20 February 2013
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Unique Jamestown Exposition cover brings $19,000 at US stamp auction
The only known cover featuring a 1907 Jamestown Exposition combination highlighted in California
Posted: 14 February 2013
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How to soak your stamps
A guide not only on how, but also when, to soak your stamps
Posted: 13 February 2013
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China PRC souvenir sheets starting at $14,500 in US auction
A set of 10 1979 souvenir sheets will lead stamp rarities from the People's Republic of China
Posted: 12 February 2013
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$5 on 3c Red Revenue stamp realises $104,000 in Hong Kong
A Chinese Imperial $5 on 3c Red Revenue surcharge with original gum led bids
Posted: 7 February 2013
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'Unknown' 1922 Malta stamp auctions for $1,490
A previously unknown 1922 Malta 10 shilling stamp has sold in the UK
Posted: 7 February 2013
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1882 Straits Settlements cover auctions for $46,000
A unique 1882 cover bore a combination of 2c and 8c Straits Settlements stamps
Posted: 5 February 2013
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1886 US Offices in China cover auctioning for $22,000
An 1886 US Offices in China cover featuring a rare Small Dragon / US stamp combination is auctioning
Posted: 4 February 2013
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1851 1c multiple cover may see $75,000 in US auction
A cover bearing a multiple of some of the most desirable 1851 1c stamps will lead bids
Posted: 30 January 2013
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How to identify valuable stamp errors
Knowing how to identify which errors add value to a stamp is an important skill
Posted: 30 January 2013
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Mint 1867 £5 orange stamp to star in Australian auction at $26,000
A mint condition 1867 £5 orange highlights the Great Britain section on January 30
Posted: 27 January 2013
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Inverted Head 4 Annas stamp auctions for $92,000
One of only 206,040 Inverted Head 4 Annas postage stamps ever produced has sold in the UK
Posted: 24 January 2013
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NSW Diadem Issue 8d multiple sees $16,000 in UK auction
The only 8d multiple from the New South Wales Diadem Issue sold on January 24
Posted: 24 January 2013
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Unicorn maiden voyage cover highlights Richard Winter collection
Richard Winter Collection of Transatlantic Mails stars a $4,000 cover from the Unicorn's maiden voyage
Posted: 23 January 2013
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$5 on 3c Red Revenue stamp to star at $129,000 in HK auction
An original gum example of the 1897 $5 on 3c Red Revenue stamp is to sell well
Posted: 17 January 2013
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Collectibles are top alternative investment for 20% of millionaires
Increasing numbers of investors are entering the collectibles sector - you can capitalise now
Posted: 16 January 2013
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NSW Diadem Issue 8d multiple could see $24,000 in UK auction
The only 8d multiple from New South Wales' Diadem Issue leads in London
Posted: 16 January 2013
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$2 Classics invert cover auctions for $619,000 in Hong Kong
The only example of the $2 Hall of Classics invert on cover saw spirited bidding
Posted: 14 January 2013
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1897 Tae Geuk cover tops Mizuhara Collection at $116,000
An 1897 cover displays the Tae Geuk issue from the re-opened Korean Post Office
Posted: 14 January 2013
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1977 Duck stamp sheet auctioning for $3,000 in Missouri
A sheet of 10 1977 Duck stamps, signed by the artist, will sell tomorrow
Posted: 11 January 2013
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1858 5c Jefferson stamp valued at $40,000 among US rarities
A Type I example of the 1858 5c Jefferson stamp offers a rare chance for collectors
Posted: 8 January 2013
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Inverted Head 4 Annas stamp to bring $112,500?
One of just 206,040 Indian Inverted Head 4 Annas ever printed is to cross the block this January
Posted: 6 January 2013
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1923 2c on 3c surcharge cover heads to auction at $516,000
An extremely rare cover featuring the 1923 2c on 3c surcharge joins the finest China rarities
Posted: 3 January 2013
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Korea 1884 Moon issue stamps to lead Mizuhara Collection at $77,500
The 'premier item of Korean philately', two pairs of 1884 Moon Issue stamps, will sell in HK
Posted: 2 January 2013
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$2 Hall of Classics cover to see $774,000 in Hong Kong auction
A cover bearing the $2 Hall of Classics invert will sell on January 13
Posted: 31 December 2012
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Stamps market: 2012 auction review
We review 2012's key auctions, as the stamps market continues to flourish
Posted: 27 December 2012
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1901 Pan-American invert will headline OrcoExpo at $25,000
The highest graded example of the 1901 1c Pan-American invert will sell in Anaheim
Posted: 23 December 2012
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Du Pont Falkland Islands stamp collection set to appear in 2013
The Falkland Islands collection of notorious philatelist John E du Pont features extraordinary rarities
Posted: 20 December 2012
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Unique 1907 Jamestown cover may see $25,000 in US auction
The only known cover featuring a 1907 Jamestown combination is set to sell well
Posted: 20 December 2012
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Whole Country stamp block auctions with 5.4% increase
A block of four Whole Country is Red stamps sold for $816,000 in Hong Kong
Posted: 19 December 2012
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1879 Sinkiang cover sets new auction record with 7,400% increase
An 1879 cover from Sinkiang to Russia was one of two record breaking sales in a four-day auction
Posted: 18 December 2012
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1938 Swiss Pro Aero stamp currently selling for $9,000 in US auction
A 1938 commemorative Swiss Pro Aero stamp is among the rarities in a one-off Buy It Now auction
Posted: 18 December 2012
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Karpov Belgian stamp auction sees 1849 10c brown make $63,500
The third auction of Anatoly Karpov's Belgian stamp collection also starred a rare 1849 block
Posted: 17 December 2012
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Belgian Congo centre invert has $60,000 minimum in US auction
A world class rarity, the Belgian Congo 10f centre invert is one of just five known to exist
Posted: 16 December 2012
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Queen Victoria Commonwealth issues up 73% on estimate
A superb collection of British Commonwealth Queen Victoria issues has starred in the UK
Posted: 14 December 2012
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Earliest Russian Peking post cover up 143% on estimate
The earliest cover from the official Russian post in Peking topped the first of four days of auctions
Posted: 13 December 2012
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Type I Alexandria VA brings $460,000 at Baltimore auction
A Type I Alexandria VA Postmaster Provisional continues the recent strong showing for these rarities
Posted: 13 December 2012
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How to fight back against the Fiscal Cliff today
With the US looking over the precipice of major tax hikes, now is the time to make your money work harder
Posted: 12 December 2012
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1864 Goliad, Texas 10c up 175% at Confederate Postmasters' Provisionals sale
An 1864 Goliad, Texas 10c cover was the surprise star turn at the Peter Sharrer collection
Posted: 11 December 2012
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1880 5c Special Printing stamp sees $210,000 at Gorham auction
The 5c stamp from the 1880 Bank Note Special Printing led among first designs and colours
Posted: 11 December 2012
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Interview with stamp expert David Feldman
'Buy quality items and be patient': David Feldman talks stamp investment ahead of a busy week of sales at his auction house
Posted: 11 December 2012
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Type I Alexandria Va. to beat $500,000 estimate in New York?
A rare Type I Alexandria Va. is to lead the postmaster's provisional category
Posted: 10 December 2012
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Whole Country is Red block may see $774,000 in Hong Kong
A margin block of four Whole Country is Red stamps is joined by a popular Monkey sheet
Posted: 7 December 2012
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$3.50 revenue stamp valued at $8,000 in US auction
The $3.50 stamp from the US' first revenue issue will star among an impressive line-up
Posted: 6 December 2012
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1992 Stock Exchange Bicentennial error stamp may see $19,000
A superb example of the 1992 29c Stock Exchange Bicentennial error stamp is selling at a US auction
Posted: 5 December 2012
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1966 British Birds 4d error auctioning online
Collectors have the chance to own a rare 1966 British Birds 4d error block of four this month
Posted: 4 December 2012
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Nissen Penny Black reconstruction sees $587,000 in Chartwell auction
The original Penny Blacks from Charles Nissen’s plate reconstruction sold in a single lot auction
Posted: 4 December 2012
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1879 Large Dragon cover expected to bring $155,000 in HK
An 1879 cover, featuring the illustrious Large Dragon stamp, boasts a rare cancellation
Posted: 3 December 2012
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$1 Trans-Mississippi stamp excels with 1,614% increase in Merlin auction
A magnificent example of the $1 Trans-Mississippi stamp led the Merlin collection in New York
Posted: 30 November 2012
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Earliest Russian post in Peking cover to make $130,000?
The earliest cover from the official Russian post in Peking will lead the Raymond Casey sale
Posted: 29 November 2012
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Rare stamps are world's most popular collectible, our survey reveals
Our survey of 10,000 global collectors also found that 76% are motivated by the collectibles sector's investment potential
Posted: 29 November 2012
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GB £1 brown lilac tops Fordwater Collection at $48,000
A Great Britain £1 brown lilac met its high estimate to lead a London auction
Posted: 28 November 2012
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Penny Black Plate III imprimatur to make $240,500 at Chartwell Collection?
The only Penny Black plate number imprimatur from Plate III still in private ownership is to auction
Posted: 27 November 2012
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1880 5c Special Printing stamp valued at $350,000 in Gorham auction
The collection of David W Gorham will showcase a 5c stamp from the 1880 Special Printing
Posted: 26 November 2012
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Unknown Malta 10 shilling stamp to auction with $1,600 estimate
The Malta 10 shilling stamp features an unknown reversed watermark and overprint combination
Posted: 25 November 2012
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Livingston 1861 5c Blue to lead Sharrer Collection of Confederate provisionals
The Livingston 1861 5c Blue cover last changed hands in 2009 for $160,000
Posted: 20 November 2012
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5c carmine error cover brings 35% increase at US stamp auction
The US Collector's Series auction was highlighted by a cover featuring the 5c carmine error stamp
Posted: 16 November 2012
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Australian kangaroo and map essay sees $142,500 in Morgan auction
A unique essay stamp of the famed kangaroo and map series provided the auction's top lot
Posted: 15 November 2012
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British East Africa stamp sells for $19,000 at UK auction
An 1895 three anna stamp from British East Africa has sold well in the Collector's Series sale
Posted: 15 November 2012
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GB £1 brown lilac holds $47,500 estimate in Fordwater auction
A £1 brown lilac stamp is to see the highest bids in the Fordwater Collection of Great Britain
Posted: 13 November 2012
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1882 £1 brown lilac stamp brings $3,500 at US auction
A fine used example of the 1882 £1 brown lilac highlighted GB rarities on November 10
Posted: 12 November 2012
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1882 £5 Orange stars among Great Britain stamps at $20,000
A superb marginal example of the 1882 £5 Orange sold on November 8
Posted: 9 November 2012
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New Zealand's first stamp sells above estimate for $10,750
New Zealand's first stamp, an 1855 1d dull carmine, starred at the Wellington auction
Posted: 6 November 2012
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$5 Columbian Issue cover may bring $15,000 at stamp auction
A superb $5 Columbian Issue illustrated cover is among the finest known
Posted: 5 November 2012
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Canada 1852 12d black set for '$15,500' UK auction
A rare example of the 1852-1857 12d black from Canada is selling on November 14
Posted: 1 November 2012
Last updated: 31 December 2012
