Sale number: S25000 Welcome to Our January 2025 Stamps & Covers of the World Auction. We are delighted to begin our 2025 philatelic auctions calendar with a wonderful two-day sale featuring over 1,200 exceptional lots from across the world. The auction opens with a strong section of Great Britain, leading into an outstanding offering from Canada, headlined by the iconic and rare 1851 12d Black - a true gem of classic philately and a proud feature on the front cover of this catalogue. A dedicated and comprehensive section of Ceylon with concentration on the classic Queen Victoria issues, followed by Ceylon Telegraphs including a stunning Appendix Sheet from the De La Rue Archives. Followed by a fine array of India and Indian States; highlights include remarkable rarities from Las Bela with essays and proof material, a broad collection of Soruth and Poonch, just to name a few. The second day commences with an impressive section of Malaya Survey Department Essays, Turks Islands, followed by a particularly strong offering of Revenue stamps. The auction concludes with our ever popular Collections and Ranges, providing excellent opportunities for collectors to expand their collections. This auction really has something for every collector, from seasoned enthusiasts to those just starting their philatelic journey. We look forward to welcoming you to SGB for this exciting start to the 2025 philatelic season!

SGB Stamp Auction | Stamps & Covers of The World  | S25000

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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1883 disinfected mail addressed to Germany, franked by 20c on 64c red-brown, tied by Colombo duplex for NO 28, the cover was carried on the French M.M ‘Pei Ho’ (with French mark at foot for 3 Dec) having missed the P & O ‘Siam’, the vessel suffered a broken propeller at Aden and the mail was transferred to another P & O ship ‘Khedive’ and arrived in Port Said on 26 Dec, the mail was once again transferred to the ‘Cathay’ to Brindisi via Venice. &nbsp;This route was due to the Cholera outbreak in Egypt; the Italians would not accept mail which had come into contact with Egyptian soil. The envelope was disinfected in Bavaria with two slits, whereas the contents were seemingly given separate treatment and received three slits. Very rare, thought to be only recorded example of mail from Ceylon disinfected in Germany. The contents of the letter itself are of great historical and medical interest, being from Dr Fisher to his assistant Dr Loeffler, both of whom were bacteriologists who had worked with Dr Robert Koch, who discovered the germ that caused anthrax and would later go on to investigate the causes of Tuberculosis.&nbsp;

Ceylon 1883 disinfected mail to Germany sent by Dr Fischer to his assistant Dr Loeffler

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