JeffS
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What I collect: Oranges Philately, US Slogan Cancels, Cape of Good Hope Triangulars, and Texas poster stamps and cinderellas
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Post by JeffS on Jul 10, 2021 13:41:39 GMT
vikingeck - congratulations! I can appreciate your dauntless search 
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vikingeck
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What I collect: Samoa, Tobacco theme, Mail in Wartime, anything odd and unusual!
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Post by vikingeck on Jul 11, 2021 20:12:47 GMT
It is London buses time ! Ie after a long wait two come along together .
Just 4 days since I bought a Samoa Express 1/- , another genuine one has turned up…..,!
Not the position 1/2 I need , but a decent unused example cliche 1/4 so I bought it anyway. 😀
It won’t fit the page but I will find a useful place elsewhere in the collection.
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darkormex
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Swinging through Switzerland and getting tied up in Thailand
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What I collect: The World...just printing and mounting as I go...call me crazy!
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Post by darkormex on Jul 11, 2021 20:38:48 GMT
These are, without doubt, some of the most commonly found stamps in kiloware but getting all of the values can be a challenge if you are just relying on kiloware or old collections to complete the set. The 1 peseta and 5 peseta were later re-issued for the International Congress of Philately in 1960 and then additional values were printed in 1974-75 but it is specifically the first group below that I have found difficult to complete. Scott values all of these stamps at minimum value, .25c, except for the red 2 pesetas, which is valued at $1.25 used. In my opinion this is not correct. Despite being relatively difficult to obtain, I have 3 copies of the red, 2 peseta value that have shown up in kiloware. For me, at least, it is the $1.40 peseta, which is the single stamp missing from this page and the $1.80 peseta value that are most difficult to find and should be valued higher. In fact the $1.80 peseta stamp you see on this page is only the first time I have run across one and this is a space filler being severely scuffed and worn on the face.  |
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renden
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What I collect: World W collector with ++ interests in BNA (Canada etc) and USA
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Post by renden on Jul 11, 2021 22:31:48 GMT
No Espana 1.40 here - I have all others - too bad !! Trying to find it in the collection for you
René
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hdm1950
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Posts: 1,121
What I collect: I collect world wide up to 1965 with several specialty albums added due to volume of material I have acquired. At this point I am focused on Canada and British America. I am always on the lookout for stamps and covers with postmarks from communities in Queens County, Nova Scotia. I do list various goods including stamps occasionally on eBay as hdm50
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Post by hdm1950 on Jul 11, 2021 23:07:08 GMT
These are, without doubt, some of the most commonly found stamps in kiloware but getting all of the values can be a challenge if you are just relying on kiloware or old collections to complete the set. The 1 peseta and 5 peseta were later re-issued for the International Congress of Philately in 1960 and then additional values were printed in 1974-75 but it is specifically the first group below that I have found difficult to complete. Scott values all of these stamps at minimum value, .25c, except for the red 2 pesetas, which is valued at $1.25 used. In my opinion this is not correct. Despite being relatively difficult to obtain, I have 3 copies of the red, 2 peseta value that have shown up in kiloware. For me, at least, it is the $1.40 peseta, which is the single stamp missing from this page and the $1.80 peseta value that are most difficult to find and should be valued higher. In fact the $1.80 peseta stamp you see on this page is only the first time I have run across one and this is a space filler being severely scuffed and worn on the face. (See earlier post for image.) Interesting. I just checked and the 1.40 is the only one missing from my set. My 1.80 is not scuffed but has an ugly cancel. Over the years I have upgraded 6 values to MNH although it does not seem to affect the value. Like most of my WW it has been built from buying old collections and auction box lots. I do not have the 2 from 1960 and I rarely keep anything past 1965 so even if had come across the 1974-75 issue I would have sent it on to auction. |
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darkormex
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Swinging through Switzerland and getting tied up in Thailand
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What I collect: The World...just printing and mounting as I go...call me crazy!
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Post by darkormex on Jul 11, 2021 23:33:13 GMT
hdm1950 , I have one of the 2 from 1960, the 5 peseta. Both of these stamps, as you probably know, have the imprint FNMT-B. The other value from 1960 is the 1 peseta, of which, I have numerous duplicates but alas, none of them have the -B imprint.
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cursus
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What I collect: Catalan Cinderellas. Used Switzerland, UK, Scandinavia, Germany & Austria. Postal History of Barcelona & Estonia. Catalonia pictorial postmarks.
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Post by cursus on Jul 12, 2021 2:25:59 GMT
The two FNMT-B stamps are not part of this set. In fact they're not even definiitives, but commemorative stamps . They were produced on a exhibition workshop of the "Fabrica nacional de moneda y timbre" set at Barcelona's International Philatelic Congres, held in our city on March/April 1960. Hence, the text "FNMT-B".
The 1.40 and 1.8 pta stamps, appear from time to time, but are not that common. I'll look for them, when our thrift shop re-opens after summer.
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may1964
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Post by may1964 on Jul 12, 2021 5:42:12 GMT
@ anglobob Are you looking for a Loxodon chilensis, position 16 from the 1948 green plate? Send me your postal address and I'll stick it in an envelope. 
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darkormex
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Swinging through Switzerland and getting tied up in Thailand
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What I collect: The World...just printing and mounting as I go...call me crazy!
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Post by darkormex on Jul 12, 2021 11:11:33 GMT
cursus, thank you for your explanation. The Scott Catalogue implies that these are all part of the same set, however, it does note that they were issued for the philatelic congress. I really appreciate that you will take a look for them when your thrift shop re-opens. Thank you.
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anglobob
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What I collect: France and French Colonies,French cinderellas British Commonwealth QE2
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Post by anglobob on Jul 12, 2021 14:36:29 GMT
may1964Thanks for the offer.I was able to find a used copy from a seller in UK. However,the cancel is nowhere near as nice as this. I am in Ecuador and unfortunately cannot receive any mail as there is still no postal service. I was also planning a trip to Chile before this covid crisis put an end to all travel. Anglobob
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angore
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What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Jul 16, 2021 10:55:04 GMT
The Mystic US Heirloom album includes an album page with a single space for the 1867 1c Z grill. Mystic owned a copy until 2005. The page included an image of the Mystic copy. There are only two known copies.  |
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Post by daniel on Jul 16, 2021 13:46:37 GMT
The Mystic US Heirloom album includes an album page with a single space for the 1867 1c Z grill. Mystic owned a copy until 2005. The page included an image of the Mystic copy. There are only two known copies. Hey angore, By a strange coincidence, I also don't have this stamp. What are the chances?  Yours in mischief, Daniel |
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anglobob
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What I collect: France and French Colonies,French cinderellas British Commonwealth QE2
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Post by anglobob on Jul 19, 2021 15:56:13 GMT
France YT 155 ,the top value in the 1917 set Orphelins de la Guerre...War Orphans. Maury catalogues it at almost 2000 euros.I have seen a few examples for sale between 500 and 700 Euros but am not willing to buy online,too many risks involved.  |
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anglobob
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What I collect: France and French Colonies,French cinderellas British Commonwealth QE2
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Post by anglobob on Oct 5, 2021 12:49:59 GMT
Ivory Coast 1906 Faidherbe series,the final set of stamps to complete my collection.These were purchased in June 2021 and mailed to my US contacct,and then forwarded to me in September. The 5fr top value was missing and 2 copies of the 10c value were enclosed.The seller claimed the set was complete and due to the time between mailing and receiving my complaint,he was not willing to offer any sort of help.Unfortunately,this is one of the pitfalls with purchasing items and having them sent via a third party.Until I am able to travel more freely,I have decided to stop purchasing any more stamps.I will have to rely on the local stamp club auctions. The chances of finding this missing 5fr value are very low......  |
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renden
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What I collect: World W collector with ++ interests in BNA (Canada etc) and USA
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Post by renden on Oct 5, 2021 14:00:19 GMT
anglobob - I wish I had 2 copies - beautiful stamp from my Ivory Coast collection René 
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hdm1950
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Posts: 1,121
What I collect: I collect world wide up to 1965 with several specialty albums added due to volume of material I have acquired. At this point I am focused on Canada and British America. I am always on the lookout for stamps and covers with postmarks from communities in Queens County, Nova Scotia. I do list various goods including stamps occasionally on eBay as hdm50
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Post by hdm1950 on Dec 8, 2021 1:56:06 GMT
I have been working on this page for a while. As always the lower values are easy. A year or so ago I added the mint 10 shilling and 1 pound leaving the Scott 94 5 shilling being the only missing piece.  I was bidding on a bunch of stuff last month and saw a used copy of the 5 shilling and threw in a modest bid. I know a mint would have probably looked better but I kind of like used higher values. One more ‘So close’ page done other than some varieties. 
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drblade
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What I collect: GB Unmounted mint & Machin definitives Q.E.II Used commemoratives
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Post by drblade on Dec 13, 2021 12:08:48 GMT
Hi agore are you still missing the £5 castle, if so I can send you a good used one. I notice the "cat number" on your page is different to mine, (I'm using gb concise catalogue), so are u bothered if it is a Harrison/Enchede or re-etched? |
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angore
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What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Dec 13, 2021 12:35:12 GMT
Yes, I still do not have it. It does not matter the printer.
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drblade
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What I collect: GB Unmounted mint & Machin definitives Q.E.II Used commemoratives
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Post by drblade on Dec 13, 2021 12:50:21 GMT
Yes, I still do not have it. It does not matter the printer. O.K. if you can P.M. or email your mailing address to me, (my email address should be visible in my profile), I will send it to you. |
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anglobob
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What I collect: France and French Colonies,French cinderellas British Commonwealth QE2
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Post by anglobob on Jan 20, 2023 15:09:19 GMT
Belgium Elstrom definitive series. I am still missing the top value,45fr. This is part of a missing shipment which has disappeared on its journey from France to USA.   |
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JeffS
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Posts: 2,104
What I collect: Oranges Philately, US Slogan Cancels, Cape of Good Hope Triangulars, and Texas poster stamps and cinderellas
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Post by JeffS on Jan 20, 2023 15:14:57 GMT
Belgium Elstrom definitive series. I am still missing the top value,45fr. This is part of a missing shipment which has disappeared on its journey from France to USA. Such a neat and tidy presentation |
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stanley64
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What I collect: Canada, USA, Netherlands, Portugal & Colonies, Antarctic Territories and anything that catches my eye...
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Post by stanley64 on May 10, 2023 7:29:49 GMT
So close with the recent addition of the missing top number PNC strip (Position n.º 4),  
only one more strip to complete the set...
Have fun and happy collecting!!
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cjoprey
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Scanning stamps for my website...
Posts: 1,190
What I collect: Belgium (predominantly), British Commonwealth (older ones), WW (whatever comes my way...)
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Post by cjoprey on May 10, 2023 12:50:00 GMT
Belgium Elstrom definitive series. I am still missing the top value,45fr. This is part of a missing shipment which has disappeared on its journey from France to USA. Sorry to hear it went missing anglobob - sadly I only have one used copy for my own collection. If I come across any others I will bear you in mind! |
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cjoprey
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Scanning stamps for my website...
Posts: 1,190
What I collect: Belgium (predominantly), British Commonwealth (older ones), WW (whatever comes my way...)
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Post by cjoprey on May 10, 2023 12:56:08 GMT
The missing issue is not likely you just stumble across. You say that angore... But I ended up with this set courtesy of buying a book of commonwealth dupes (sadly I don't have any swaps of the 10/-):  |
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