Beauties from the British Commonwealth

Everything in these blog posts are auction lots in our current sale. You can view the auction at www.romanoauctions.com

Lot 674, Sale #30

This corner block of the 1929 PUC Pound speaks for itself. There are hinges in the margins only to reinforce the perforarions. All 4 stamps are NH. The spot on the gum of one stamp was only mentioned in the auction description for accuracy, it is indeed trivial. A beautiful and rare block.   

Lot #371, Sale #30

Certificate for Lot #371, Sale #30

Sometimes I get so wrapped up in the specialized collections I neglect the better individual worldwide stamps that are right in front of me. This 6d Australian Kangaroo with the 'substituted cliche' is such an item. I believe it may be unique (but am open to correction) as it not only has the scarce variety but but an inverted watermark. You can see the upper right corner perforation is folded over on the certificate. It was subsequently unfolded by some previous owner and expertly reinforced. We have a few nice Australia stamps in the auction.   

Lot 375, Sale #30

This is a favorite stamp of mine, the margins are a bit tight on this example but it is a sound 4 margin stamp. It is signed 'GR' on the reverse.

Lot 665, Sale #30

There is something about mint Queen Victoria stamps. This group is quite fresh with good color. All are hinged. Stanley Gibbons 197-211, 213-14. Very nice group. There are other mint and used Great Britain in the sale.

A few more photos of some of the British area in the auction:

Lot 681, Sale #30

Lot #688, Sale #30

Lot 691, Sale #30

All these and more can be viewed at our auction at www.romanoauctions.com. Illustrated printed catalogs also available to prospective bidders. You may email me directly for more information at gbailey15@gmail.com