die proof

Lot #788 Newfoundland #212-225P – Sir Humphrey Gilbert Issue. Impressive and very interesting complete set of numbered die proofs of this 1933 issue. Printed entirely in black, the clear details are extensive. The thin, translucent paper shows the Coat of Arms watermark of the issue, uncharacteristic of most die proofs. Suitable for exhibition. Est:$6000

Ian comments: "This lot of die proofs offers a complete set of fourteen. Each has a number and is printed on thin paper with the watermark of the Newfoundland Coat of Arms. Another great Exhibition item."

Lot #589 Canada #443-444 P – Gifts of the Wise Men Issue Possibly unique 1965 Christmas issue proofs. The 3c olive value has manuscript acceptance "x" in margin. The 5c value, later issued in violet blue, is shown here on plate in trial olive colour. Wonderful exhibition quality items. Est:$3200

Ian notes: "Die Proofs are quite special in themselves, but when a Die Proof has notations such as ‘approved,’ it has added appeal. Sometimes a progressive Die Proof (that is, a Die Proof showing a stage in the design process prior to final approval) has a ‘wow’ factor that impresses.  The progressive Die Proof which is part of this lot has a manuscript ‘X’ (click photo to see scan)."

Lot 1351 E/P VF – Sierra Leone #164P – King George V. Die proof of King George V vignette, adopted for the 10sh value of the 1933 William Wilberforce Issue. Contemporary ink notations for production, as applied at the Bradbury, Wilkinson Ltd. Printing firm. There is a small fault at upper right resulting from affixing the item into the production book. A very rare item, with only a few known and unique with the production notes. Est. $1,500

Ian comments: “This item with the production notes makes a wonderful Exhibition item for an advanced collection. To my mind, the fact that the ink notations have run adds character and interest to this lot.”