Lot 722 Alberta #AT7 1909 5c Red Alberta Government Telephone Frank, unused (no gum, as issued), fine. These were issued in booklet panes of 25, and used to make business calls when away from the office. A very rare revenue stamp, with only a handful known. van Dam CV$5,500.
Alberta
Lot 655, Canada 1906 King Edward VII insured cover, Tofield to Strathcona Alberta
Day 2 of Sale #30, the Postal History section, featuring the Liptak Collection, will be held today beginning at 9am.
Lot 655 Canada #89-91 1906 King Edward VII Insured Cover, mailed Tofield, Alta on DEC.8.1906 to Strathcona, Alta, franked with a 1c, 2c and pair of 5c totaling 13c. 2c was for postage, 5c was for registration and 6c was for insurance (for up to $25 compensation). Nicely written up on a page, very scarce with only a few dozen known. Light toning else very fine. Ex. Liptak collection. Estimate C$750.