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Catalogue closes October 6, 2026
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Balance collection on album pages, neatly written narratives for the definitive set ½d to 1s.4d (perf 13½x14), 5s & 10s (perf 13½) issued between 1937 and 1948. Mixed, mint and (mainly) used in mixed condition, generally above average including fine. Some nice postmarks, perfins, imprint blocks, pairs, covers etc. There may be the odd damaged / toned in the 255 stamps and damaged / torn within the 12 covers (includes some 'opened by censor' covers).
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.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 878 · Same country / area · Pair · Similar period
KGVI: 1s.4d pale magenta (King George VI) definitive in lower marginal John Ash imprint block of 4, lower pair UM, wmk Multiple Crown and C of A, perf 13½x14. Extra perf hole in bottom margin. Variety 'FLAW ON FIRST 'A' OF 'AUSTRALIA''. 2001 ACSC 211zc, cv Au$60 (60 x normal).
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.
variety — Variety
A recognised difference from the normal stamp, such as a printing, overprint, perforation, watermark or design variation.
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.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 878 · Same country / area · Pair · Similar period
KGVI - THICK paper 'Robes' 10/- dull purple & £1. bluish slate. Both examples ovpt: SPECIMEN and superb unmounted mint never hinged full original gum, well-centred too. SPECIMEN overprints in black. These are believed 100% genuine overprints. Any collector purchasing is welcome to submit the pair to expertisation in Australia ONLY, against full refund guarantee including moderate cost of certification if adverse. This is our measure of confidence in their authenticity. (2v. SPECIMENS)
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.
pair — Pair
Two stamps that remain joined together.
General philatelic guidance — separate from the UPA catalogue description.
Related lotRelated to Lot 878 · Same country / area · Similar period
1d emerald-green 'Queen Elizabeth' (Queen Mother), C of A Wmk, P 13½ X 14, COMPLETE SHEET OF 160, John Ash imprint, selvedge to both sides & base only, NHM (160)
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.
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.
Related lotRelated to Lot 878 · Same country / area · Similar period
2d scarlet 'King George VI' , C of A Wmk, P 13½ X 14, COMPLETE SHEET OF 160, John Ash imprints, selvedge to both sides & base only, some perf splitting, NHM (160)
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.
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.
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.