Sale No. S25017A wide-ranging all World Auction of over 900 lots spanning all reigns with notable strength in the British Commonwealth. Highlights include KEVII/KGV die proofs; polar exploration material (National Antarctic Expedition, “Nimrod” ephemera and signatures) -&nbsp; and an impressive run of country collections and specialised singles.There are strong sections for Hong Kong, K.U.T., Rhodesia/Southern Rhodesia (key varieties including a 1/- imperf between pair, and the scarce overprint omitted on the 1909-12 £1 grey-purple. Notable rarities appear for Batum, New Guinea, Long Island provisionals, and the scarce Grenada 2½d KGVI perf variety. In Singapore there is a complete sheet of the 1954 $500 keyplate Revenue – a stunning multiple of this high value.Asia is well represented beyond Hong Kong, headlined by classic China with a Large Dragon 1878 3ca complete sheet of 25. Postal history is interleaved throughout the Auction giving something for every collector.

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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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1886-93 6d wmk CA (sideways), three complete sheets of 15 (5x3) from different printings/shades: bronze-green - first comb perforation, large part o.g. (12 stamps unmounted), with both "Sloping Label" varieties (R1/1 and 1/5), minor gum wrinkling and few perf separations, still fine. Deep bronze-green shade, also first comb perforation, showing the "Sloping label" varieties at R1/1 and 1/5, o.g. (10 stamps unmounted). Minor toning (mostly in margins), and perfs lightly folded between columns 2 and 3, fine fresh appearance. Slate-green shade from the 1893 printing (second plate, without the sloping labels varieties), second comb perforation, unmounted mint . lightly toned gum, and minor marginal imperfections, still attractive. A rare opportunity to own all three! SG 33/a, 33c/ca, 34.

Gambia 1886-93 6d wmk CA (sideways), three complete sheets of 15, SG 33/a, 33c/ca, 34

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Gambia 1886-93 6d wmk CA (sideways), three complete sheets of 15, SG 33/a, 33c/ca, 34

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