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Catalogue closes October 6, 2026
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Related lotRelated to Lot 9880 · Same country / area · Pair · Similar period
1d scarlet C12 (perf) control block of 4, bright scarlet C12 (perf) control block of 6, carmine-red N19 (imperf) control strip of 3, brick-red P20 (perf) control strip of 3, plus vermilion L18 (imperf) pair, most stamps are u.m.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
imperf — Imperforate
A stamp produced without perforations separating it from adjoining stamps.
perf — Perforation
The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations.
block — Block
A joined group of stamps, normally arranged in at least two rows and two columns.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
strip — Strip
Three or more joined stamps in a single row or column.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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1½d, SW corner control (U23, imperf) pair, one (R20/2) with frame break below second E of THREE, some separated perfs at left, u.m. SG Spec. N18 (1) p.
Philatelic terms
UM — Unmounted Mint
A mint stamp with original gum that has not been mounted or hinged.
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
imperf — Imperforate
A stamp produced without perforations separating it from adjoining stamps.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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Multiple Cypher ½d, HORIZONTAL PAIR, centred to SE, slight soiling, tiny tone spot on reverse of one, very good cds used. SG states '… of considerable rarity'
Philatelic terms
U — Used
A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation.
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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KGV De La Rue printing Seahorse 10s. Pale blue SUPERB used Exhibition Quality right-hand marginal horizontal pair. As accompanying Stanley Gibbons retail card states 'neatly cancelled by lightly struck Jersey cds's. Most attractive and scarce'. Understated description. Centring, colour, marginal, CDS …When you see this pair you will understand why. Magnificent. Exhibition standard. (1pr. + SG Retail card).
Philatelic terms
U — Used
A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation.
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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1d deep carmine (Die 1B), Imperial Crown Wmk, 'A11' Control block of 9, Spec N8(3), Plate 15, identified by retouches and small flaws, hinged on selvedge, all stamps are NHM. (9)
Philatelic terms
UM — Unmounted Mint
A mint stamp with original gum that has not been mounted or hinged.
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
plate — Plate
A printing plate, or an identifying plate number or characteristic, associated with the production of a stamp.
block — Block
A joined group of stamps, normally arranged in at least two rows and two columns.
selvedge — Selvedge
The unprinted margin of a stamp sheet attached to one or more stamps; also commonly called sheet margin.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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Downey Head half-penny (Die 1A), Imperial Crown Wmk, mint Specialized collection, N1 (1 to 5) neatly presented on a sleeved, printed page. Inc the five listed shades, plus blocks of 4 of 3 shades, green, pale green & deep green. (17)
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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(June 22nd) FIRST DAY COVER from Margate to London. A plain envelope bearing ½d green & 1d carmine on opposite corners of the cover front, each stamp tied by Margate 1st Day cds.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 9880 · Same country / area · Similar period
Downey Head half-penny (Die 1B), Imperial Crown Wmk, Specialized mint collection, N2 (1 to 6 & 8a) neatly presented on a sleeved, printed page. Inc singles of 7 shades. (7)
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 9880 · Same country / area · Similar period
1d deep carmine-red (Die 1A), Imperial Crown Wmk, 'A11' Control corner block of 6, perf type IIa, Spec N7 (3), hinged on just one stamp, very fine mint (6)
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
perf — Perforation
The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
block — Block
A joined group of stamps, normally arranged in at least two rows and two columns.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 9880 · Same country / area · Similar period
1d pale carmine (Die 1A), Imperial Crown Wmk, 'A11' Control strip of 3, middle stamp bearing Specialist variety 'Pale Area by Lion's Paw', Spec N7 (5)k, fine mint (3)
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
variety — Variety
A recognised difference from the normal stamp, such as a printing, overprint, perforation, watermark or design variation.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
strip — Strip
Three or more joined stamps in a single row or column.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 9880 · Same country / area · Similar period
1d pale carmine (Die 1A), Imperial Crown Wmk, 'A11' Control corner block of 6, perf type IIa, Spec N7 (5), hinged on just one stamp, very fine mint (6)
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps.
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price.
perf — Perforation
The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations.
wmk — Watermark
An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
block — Block
A joined group of stamps, normally arranged in at least two rows and two columns.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
