Lot 99, Canada 1880s Small Queens with unofficial “Official” overprints, sold for $345

An interesting one that sold for our full estimate.

Lot 99Lot 99 Canada 35/39 1880s 1c to 6c Small Queens with Unofficial Overprints, with diagonal OFFICIAL overprints on 3c, 5c (faulty and repaired) and 6c, plus vertical OFFICIAL overprints on 1c to 6c values, for a total of eight used stamps. Apparently created by Hechler to be used during the Riel Rebellion, these were not authorized but were tolerated by the postal authorities. Scarce. Estimate C$350, Sold for C$300 plus buyer’s premium.