Auktion 257 September 2023
Our 257th sale features an impressive Bosnia collection (the D.M. van Gelderen collection including proofs and many variaties). Furthermore we offer specialised and large collections of Italy, Latin America and Poland. An extensive philatelic library is also on sale for collectors of philatelic literature.
For Netherlands collectors and dealers this sale features the 2nd part of Dutch collector C. Avezaat (Netherlands and Colonies single frankings and fdc's). In addition the 2nd part of postal historian C. van Hoek is included. These 2 name sales are supported by a wide and diverse range of single lots, collections and stock of our other consignors.
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Timbres de Moldavie et de Roumanie by Dr. Magnus and published by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1869), 2nd edition of this very rare book (65 pages) said to be one of the first philatelic handbooks ever published in fine/very fine condition (hardbound with green bookmark, some minor staining). Ex libris Arthur de Rotschild.
Les Timbres-Poste Ruraux de Russie by S. Koprowski and published by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1875), the first handbook on Russian philately (Zemstvo) and very rare, fine/very fine (hardbound, some aging)
Les Timbres de Belgique by J.-B. Moens, (Brussels, 1880), limited edition of 150 copies in 2 volumes, in hardbound together with 90 gravures, rare book, fine/very fine
Timbres de la République Argentine by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1882), two volumes in hardbound together with 180 gravures, fine/very fine
Timbres de la République Argentine et de ses diverses provinces (J.-B. Moens, Brussels, 1882 in 2 volumes) and Les Timbres du Perou (J.-B. Moens, Brussels 1878, 2nd edition), 2 early handbooks on South-American philately in limited edition, fine/very fine (aging, ballpoint notes in Peru volume)
Timbres des Duchés de Schleswig, Holstein & Lauenbourg et de la ville de Bergedorf by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1884), rare limited handbook of 150 copies (this is no. 74). together with Les Timbres de Prusse by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1887), rare limited handbook of 150 copies (this is no. 9) together in leather hardbound with marbled edges, very fine (some minor cover wear, no staining) Ex libris Norbert Röhm
Les Timbres de Prusse by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1887), limited edition of 150 copies (this is no. 140), very rare book, fine/very fine (hardbound, moderate staining first pages, spine shows some general wear)
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Héligoland et ses Timbres by J.-B. Moens (Brussels, 1897) in hardbound, fine/very fine (some ageing)
Les Postes Privées des États-Unis d'Amérique by H. Coster (Brussels, 1882), limited edition of 150 copies (this is no. 85) in slipcase, rare book, fine/very fine
The Postage Stamps of Switzerland 1843-1862 by P. Mirabaud and A. de Reuterskiöld (Librairies Imprimeries Reunies, Paris, 1899) xi + 266 large pp + errata + 15 plates. 1st ltd. ed., no. 125 of 150 copies in English, printed on hand made vellum paper, fine in slightly worn and faded orig. red cloth, certain plates loose (Plate V, VIII and XII) and some usual toning to page edges. A classic and sought-after work! in small box
The Royal Philatelic Collection by Sir J. Wilson (London, 1952), the deluxe boxed version signed by editor Clarence Winchester in very fine condition (box shows traces of wear) including original plastic protection and its rare prospectus. Famous in philatelic literature for its very high quality paper, its high quality images (52 black & white plates +12 lithograph colour plates). A key item for every advanced philatelic library.
The Royal Philatelic Collection by Sir J. Wilson (London, 1952), the slipcase version including its rare prospectus. Famous in philatelic literature for its very high quality paper, its high quality images (52 black & white plates +12 lithograph colour plates), fine/very fine (slipcase some wear)