AUCTION UPDATES
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Aug 8, 2023, 10:45 AM
Nylander Washington-Franklins, second part of Kilgas China in Aug. 22-24 Cherrystone auction series
by Charles SneeA scarce perforation variety from the Nylander Washington-Franklin holdings is a used example of the 1914 2¢ rose red type I George Washington stamp with gauge 12-by-10 perforations. -
Jul 5, 2023, 10:00 AM
Statesman U.S. essays, proofs, trial colors and specimens, Fleischner U.S. in July 18-19 Kelleher auctions
by Charles SneeOne of the more visually stunning items from the Statesman collection is a set of the so-called Atlanta trial color proofs of the 1869 issue, including all but the scarce green-and-black version of the 90¢ Abraham Lincoln. -
Jun 29, 2023, 08:00 AM
Rare U.S. 1893 4¢ blue Columbian error of color in July 18-20 Dutch Country auction
by Charles SneeAccording to Dutch Country, the 4¢ blue Columbian up for bids “was hiding in plain sight” in a collection. -
Jun 27, 2023, 08:15 AM
Rare unissued PRC 1956 Gate of Heavenly Peace with sun rays in July 11-12 Kelleher and Rogers auction in Connecticut
by Charles SneeThe two-day sale features more than 1,100 lots and is highlighted by the David A. Andow collection of Amoy local posts. -
Jun 20, 2023, 08:30 AM
June 27 Siegel Rarities sale features 2013 upright Jenny Invert pane
by Charles SneeShortly after the 2013 $2 Jenny Invert was issued, it was revealed that the USPS had intentionally printed 100 panes showing the biplane flying right side up. -
Jun 15, 2023, 09:00 AM
Intact collections and more in June 27-28 Kelleher auction in Danbury, Conn.
by Charles SneeThe massive two-day sale will showcase material from more than 100 consignors and more intact collections than Kelleher has ever offered before. -
Jun 12, 2023, 13:30 PM
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Jun 12, 2023, 07:45 AM
Japan 1871 Dragons invert rarity sells for almost $5.8 million in June 3 Feldman auction
by Charles SneeThis famous error previously resided in the Meiji Property of Japan. -
Jun 8, 2023, 08:15 AM
Asia, PRC and more in June 25-27 John Bull auction series in Hong Kong
by Charles SneeAmong the PRC items are numerous sets and collections, many of which offer affordable opportunities for a collector interested in one of the world’s most fascinating countries. -
Jun 2, 2023, 09:00 AM
Berman collection of outstanding U.S. stamps in June 22 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeNelson Berman began collecting in the late 1970s and came within nine issues of having a complete collection of classic-era United States stamps. -
May 31, 2023, 11:00 AM
Part 1 of extensive Kilgas China collection in June 14 Cherrystone auction
by Charles SneeHighlights of the first part of the collection include Large Dragons, Dowagers and Chinese Imperial Post Coiling Dragons issues. -
May 22, 2023, 12:00 PM
Feldman to auction Japan 1871 Dragons invert rarity June 3 in Geneva, Switzerland
by Charles SneeThe stamp is the 1871 500-mon blue green type I Dragon stamp with the vignette showing the Japanese characters of value inverted. -
May 18, 2023, 08:00 AM
Corinphila June auction series features Besancon, DuBois, Erivan, other name collections
by Charles SneeWith such an expansive variety of items available, bidders are sure to find something of interest to add to their collections. -
May 15, 2023, 11:30 AM
Gaertner specialized sale May 26 during Ibra exhibition in Essen, Germany
by Charles Snee“Be prepared for selected small and large rarities as well as unique items,” Gaertner said in a May 8 press release announcing the sale. -
May 9, 2023, 09:56 AM
Scarce U.S. 1873 Official plate proof sheet in May 16-18 Dutch Country auction
by Charles SneeThe U.S. offerings include “many nice high quality and desirable stamps along with a host of accumulations and collections,” Dutch Country said. -
May 2, 2023, 11:30 AM
Fabulous 1885 White River Flour advertising cover in May 16-18 Kelleher Flagship auction
by Charles SneeDaniel F. Kelleher Auctions describes this massive sale as “a bonanza for collectors of US and foreign alike.” -
Apr 26, 2023, 12:00 PM
CIA Invert, Monaco overprint rarity in May 9-10 Cherrystone auction
by Charles SneeThe CIA Invert in the Cherrystone sale is accompanied by a 2014 graded extra fine-90 certificate from the Philatelic Foundation in New York City. -
Apr 18, 2023, 09:00 AM
Rumsey Westpex auction series features U.S., worldwide; Concord U.S. collection
by Charles SneeThe impressive Concord U.S. collection was assembled over more than 40 years. -
Mar 30, 2023, 11:05 AM
Forster 1869 Pictorial postal history collection in April 18 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeFor 50 years, Forster collected postal history of the 1869 Pictorial stamps with discipline, patience and a keen eye for items considered the finest of their kind. -
Mar 17, 2023, 08:00 AM
Trio of name collections in March 28-29 H.R. Harmer auction of U.S. postal history
by Charles SneeAll three collections are marked by substantial depth and breadth and present collectors with myriad opportunities to add items of notable quality to their collections.