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Denninger Collection ‘essentially has it all’
An 1865-68 Vancouver Island cover with the finest existing imperforate five-cent rose stamp franking a ‘visually striking yellow envelope,’ where it’s tied by a complete large oval cancel, is expected to bring at least $35,000 as Lot 509.
The first of four parts of the Denninger Collection will cross the block this October, and with it comes one of the most comprehensive assemblages of British North America (BNA) stamps and postal history of all time. Eastern Auctions will offer the more than 250-lot collection in a single session on Oct. 5. Bidding on... Continue reading →
Ten-pence blue block will bring sale of Brigham collection to thrilling end
Lot 11 presents the glorious 10-pence blue block, the largest known multiple in mint condition. The block is a centrepiece of the Brigham collection.
Widely regarded as the “crown jewel of Canadian philately,” the glorious 10-pence blue block is not only one of the most extraordinary showpieces in Canadian stamp collecting but also a premier lot in the fourth – and final – offering from the legendary Ron Brigham collection. According to New Brunswick’s Eastern Auctions, this stunning mint... Continue reading →