Describe what you collect in ordinary language, or search by country, date, Stanley Gibbons reference, description and classification. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. A design or pattern incorporated into stamp paper during manufacture and visible when the paper is examined appropriately. A mint stamp showing only light evidence of previous mounting or hinging. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A used stamp described as being in fine condition, usually with an acceptable cancellation and overall appearance. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A used stamp described as being in fine condition, usually with an acceptable cancellation and overall appearance. A stamp that has been used, normally evidenced by a postal or fiscal cancellation. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. A mint stamp that has previously been mounted or hinged, normally with some hinge trace or disturbance to the gum. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture. A mint stamp showing only light evidence of previous mounting or hinging. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The Stanley Gibbons catalogue reference used to identify and catalogue stamps. The catalogue value quoted from Stanley Gibbons. It is not the same as the UPA auction estimate or a guaranteed selling price. The rows of holes or cuts between stamps that allow them to be separated; measurements describe the spacing of those perforations. An abbreviation for watermark: a design or pattern incorporated into the stamp paper during manufacture.
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New Zealand
CC
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Used collection(218) including good ranges of Pictorials values to 2s(4), 5s(3) postally used, condition a little mixed
New Zealand
CC
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Substantial mint u.m. & used collection of the ½d Mount Cook & Universal 1d. Neatly presented & identified on written up pages. A remarkable study ideal for the specialist. Those checked appeared correct and if so the cat value is £2750++ with perf changes, wmk changes & varieties, printings & shades. (195 + 2 covers).
Philatelic terms
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
CC
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Balance collection neatly presented on album pages mainly used in slightly mixed condition. Incls: 1900 ½d black & 2d bright purple SG271-72. 1900 pictorials. NZ Exhib. ½d m.m. & 1d cds used. Health issues. 1935 Airs cds used. SJ set cds used. 1936 pictorials to 3/- with perf varieties. A good run of GVI. QEII first defins to 10/-. A page of GVI used in Egypt postmark interest. Cat £450+ (195).
Philatelic terms
perf — Perforation
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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plus 1899-1903, 1900, 1902-07 and 1907-08 pictorial definitive issues, all arranged by value as per Campbell Paterson specialised numbers (but cannot be guaranteed correct), vast range of shades incl. scarcer example 3d (19), 5d (12), 6d rose (20), 9d (10), 1s (22), 2s (13) and 5s (5, all four issues plus later shade), plus 2½d WAKITIPU (5), 6d green (5), 1902-07 6d 1899-1903 2s re-entry (right frame doubled) and 1902-07 perf 11 2s watermark inverted, odd toned perf etc., but condition generally excellent for this type of lot, fair to fine used. Huge Cat. value. Superb lot. (178)
Philatelic terms
U — Used
perf — Perforation
watermark — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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6d brown. LMM
Philatelic terms
LMM — Lightly Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial values to 4d no wmk perf 12 to 16,½d x 2 shades one fine m.m. other m.m. with h/r. 1d unused no gum, 2d m.m. with tone marks. 2½d Wakitipu fine m.m. Wakatipu diagonal crease & h/r. 3d tone marks around perfs & 4d very fine m.m. (8).
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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Pictorial no wmk perf 12 to 16 used group in mixed condition with ½d, 1d, 2d, 2½d Wakitipu (thinned) & Wakatipu, 3d, 4d, 5d purple brown, 6d, 8d & 2/- (thinned).(11).
Philatelic terms
U — Used
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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Pictorial set, no wmk perf 12 - 16 used slightly mixed condition with some extra shades, ½d x 3, 1d x 2, 2d x 2, 2½d Wakitipu x 2 & Wakatipu x 2. 4d x 3, 5d, 6d, 8d x 2, 1/-, 2/- faults & 5/-. (23).
Philatelic terms
U — Used
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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QV: Pictorial issue - 2d lake (Pembroke Peak, Milford Sound), no wmk, perf 12-16 (actual 14½), MM, large h/r. Well centred.
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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QV: 2d lake & 2d rosy-lake (Lake Taupo & Mount Ruapehu), no wmk, perf 12 to 16. Both mint, 2d lake with no gum, 2d rosy-lake with h/r and large part o.g.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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5d sepia. Small thin. FU
Philatelic terms
FU — Fine Used
U — Used
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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QV: 5d sepia & 5d purple-brown (Otira Gorge & Mount Ruapehu), no wmk perf 12 to 16. Both fine used and both have some irregular perfs.
Philatelic terms
U — Used
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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5d purple brown. MM
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial 5d purple brown, no wmk perf 12 to 16, fine looking m.m. with small h/r & one toned perf.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial 6d green no wmk perf 12 to 16 fine looking m.m. with slightly flat gum.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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QV: Pictorial issue - 8d indigo (Maori War Canoe), no wmk, perf 12-16 (actual 15½), MM with large h/r's.
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
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8d indigo FU
Philatelic terms
FU — Fine Used
U — Used
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial 8d indigo no wmk, perf 12 to 16, fine looking m.m. re-gummed.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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9d purple. MM
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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QV: 9d purple. MM,
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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QV: 9d purple. MM,
Philatelic terms
MM — Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial 9d purple, no wmk perf 12 to 16 well centred fine looking m.m. re-distributed gum.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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1/- vermilion. LMM
Philatelic terms
LMM — Lightly Mounted Mint
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
New Zealand
MH
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Pictorial 1/- vermilion no wmk, perf 12 to 16 fine looking m.m. some irregular perfs bottom.
Philatelic terms
SG — Stanley Gibbons
SG value — Stanley Gibbons catalogue value
perf — Perforation
wmk — Watermark
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
