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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1899 trio of covers all addressed to Dr. Manuel Johnson, Havana Cuba, including 2c postal stationery envelope from Fremont, taxed at ‘6’ franked by 1c on 1c yellow-green and 5c on 5c blue, a second 2c postal stationery envelope from Glastonbury franked by 3c on 3c purple and 5c on 5c blue, further tax mark at lower left rated at 15c, (cover with tear at upper left) and 5c postal stationery envelope from East Walpole taxed at ‘10’ and further tax mark rated at 25c, franked by 10c on 10c brown (type I), odd imperfections, still an attractive and scarce trio. Scott 221-226

USA Cuba postage due covers

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