Stamps and Postal History of the World

<b>Sale number:</b> 5930 <br> <br> Stamp Sale

SGB Stamp Auction | Stamps and Postal History of the World | 5930

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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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Forty-second Balloons of the Siege: 1870 entire letter to St. Helier, Jersey franked by Napoleon III 10c and 20c Empire adhesives, tied by Star mark with Paris (60) cds for 12 Dec, carried by the Balloon 'Ville de Paris' which departed Paris on 15 Dec, no arrival marks, and some peripheral wear, still an attractive cover.  
  
xxx The Balloon landed in Western Germany south-east of Strasbourg the first of the Balloons to do so; the pilot, passengers, mail and 12 pigeons were all captured and imprisoned. The pilot Monsieur Delamarne was moved in January for interrogation; he managed to escape in thick fog and presented himself to the Governor of Paris on the 14th January. xxx

Forty-second Balloons of the Siege: 1870...

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Forty-second Balloons of the Siege: 1870...

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