The second installment of the Denninger collection, “Canada Part One,” offers a stunning array of Canadian philatelic treasures, from early Pence issues to modern-day errors.
Scheduled for Nov. 14, this Eastern Auctions sale promises a rich selection of unique and high-value items, making it a standout event for its comprehensiveness and rarity.
Described by the New Brunswick-based auction firm as one of the most complete collections ever assembled, the Denninger collection includes both mint and used examples, shades, varieties, and rare errors. According to Eastern Auctions’ chief describer, Yohann Tanguay, “Denninger used the Unitrade specialized catalogue as his guide and was able to acquire an astonishing number of mint and used examples, including their sub-listings with shades, printings, varieties, and errors. Not only was he interested in the early classics, but he also collected with equal enthusiasm the modern errors and back-of-the-book issues.”
Highlights include Lot 2, a mint 1851 six-pence slate violet stamp on handmade laid paper, a rarity valued at $90,000, and Lot 37, a unique imperforate pair of the 1868 Prince Consort 10-cent stamp with the “String of Pearls” variety, valued at $30,000. The sale also features modern rarities like Lot 157, a block of the 1964 eight-cent on seven-cent Jet surcharge error, expected to fetch more than $15,000.
From early classics to modern errors, the Denninger collection covers a wide range of philatelic interests, attracting collectors from around the globe. The final part of this exceptional collection is slated for a winter release.
For more details, read the full story in the latest issue of Canadian Stamp News.