Aros. 1829-87 Entire letters, entires and covers (18) including straight line "AROS" (4, two proceeded by manuscript "Paid at", both also with "AROSS / PENNY POST"), boxed "AROSS / 528-G" (5), "AROS PENNY POST", boxed Aros backstamps (3), 1876-88 covers to USA franked 2½d cancelled in Oban with Aros c.d.s on reverse (4), also two fronts and 1904 unpaid postcard. (21).
Opening GBP 200.00
Sold...GBP 170.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 785
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Aros. 1848 Entire letter franked 1d with "BUNESSAN" undated circle and boxed Aros datestamp, endorsed "More to pay" with "2" charge mark of Aros (file folds); and 1854 stampless cover with boxed Aros datestamp in orange and the same "2" charge mark, scarce. (2).
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 85.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 786
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Aros. 1848-49 Covers to Edinburgh franked 1d, one with the Aros datestamp correctly applied to the reverse and the stamp cancelled by the "23" numeral; the other with the 1d red (2 margins) incorrectly cancelled by the boxed "AROS / OC 24 / 1848" datestamp. Very unusual and rare. (2). Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 250.00
Sold...GBP 230.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 787
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Auchnacraig. 1799-1912 Entire letters (7), covers (2) and picture postcards (2), with "AUCHNA / CRAIG" (3), "AUCHNACRAIG" (AR 42), boxed "AUCHNACRAIG / 518-G (AR48a) or "AUCHNA / CRAIG / 518-G" (2), Scots Local cancel ( a fine strike, the 1d red crossed by file fold), duplexs (2) and late use of single arc c.d.s. (11).
Opening GBP 280.00
Sold...GBP 240.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 788
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Bunessan. 1850 (Nov) Entires franked 1d with "BUNESSAN" undated circles and stamps cancelled "23" at Aros, one with the undated circle correctly placed on the reverse, the other unusually placed in the front upper right corner with the 1d red applied over this handstamp in transit at Aros. An unusual pair, the second possibly the result of Bunessan running out of 1d stamps? (2).
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 85.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 789
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Bunessan. 1850-1909 Entire letter, covers (3) and picture postcards (7) with undated circle, fine Scots Local cancel tying 1d red (cover fault lower right), double arc datestamp and single arc datestamps (8), mainly fine. (11).
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 790
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Morinish. 1849-59 Entire letters (2) and covers (4) with "MORINISH" undated circles in blue (3), or straight line "MORNISH" Scots Local handstamp used as a cancellation (overinked and smudged) or arrival backstamp (2), one cover torn and repaired, otherwise mainly fine. (6).
Opening GBP 140.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 791
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Tobermory. 1793-1839 Entire letters (11), entires (9) and part entire all with Tobermory handstamps comprising "TOBERMORRY" (2, AR420). "TOBERMORAY" (AR426) in red (3) or black (8), boxed "TOBERMORY / 538-G" (6, AR424), similar circular type AR422, or boxed datestamp AR428, a few faults but many fine. (21).
Opening GBP 300.00
Sold...GBP 250.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 792
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Tobermory. 1836-38 Entire letters (2) and an entire with "TOBERMORY / PENNY POST" handstamps, two to Oban prepaid or charged 3d, the other sent locally on Mull charged 1d, one with edge tears, the local entire letter very fine. (3).
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 85.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 793
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Tobermory. 1829 Entire letter to Edinburgh, and front + flap from Oban to Aros endorsed "Refused", both handstamped straight line "TOBERMORY" (42x4mm, not recorded in "Postal Markings of Scotland"); and 1836 entire to Edinburgh handstamped "TOBERMORAY" (AR426) and two strikes of "MISSENT / TO GLASGOW", all handstamps very fine. (3).
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 794
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Tobermory - Missent Mail / Cancels. 1835 Entire letter from Oban to Ardhu endorsed "Missent to Tobermory" and "Not found at" alongside red "STRONTIAN" handstamp; and 1845 entire from Cairn Ryan to Ayr with 1d red (4 margin, close at top) cancelled by a Maltese Cross and further cancelled by numeral of Glasgow, endorsed "Missent to Tobermory" with two boxed Tobermory backstamps. A unusual late use of a Maltese Cross and an unusual combination of cancels. (2).
Opening GBP 180.00
Sold...GBP 200.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 795
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Tobermory - Uniform 4d Post. 1839 (Dec. 19/30) Entire letters to Inverary with boxed datestamps, charged 4d (2) or 8d, one with closed tear, otherwise superb. (3).
Opening GBP 150.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 796
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Tobermory - Incoming Mail. 1837-58 Entire letters to Tobermory including 1837 letter with "Bristol / 5" Cls Post" and "THOR(NBURY)", the others all with arrival datestamps. (5).
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 85.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 797
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Tobermory. 1840-1921 Entire letters, covers, postcards and licences including scarce 1840 "1" U.P.P paid handstamps in red (2, only recorded Jan. - Mar. 1840, file folds), Maltese Cross cancels (2, one torn, the other fine), "325" numeral cancels (5), 1878 ½d tied by c.d.s, Dog Licences (2) and Licence for one male servant, etc. (22).
Opening GBP 200.00
Sold...GBP 200.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 798
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Tobermory. 1840 (Feb 9) Entire letter to Edinburgh bearing a 1d black, AJ plate 2 with good even margins tied by a red Maltese Cross, superb boxed "TOBERMORY / JY 9 / 1840" datestamp in matching red alongside, a second 1d paid in cash with red "1" handstamp applied, red Paid arrival c.d.s of Edinburgh. An exceptional Isle of Mull 1d black entire. Photo on Inside Front Cover. (Image1)
Opening GBP 1,000.00
Sold...GBP 1,250.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 799
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Tobermory. 1852 Long cover to Edinburgh bearing imperf 2d blue strip of five, QH-QL (QH touched at top, QL cut into, QI-QK with good margins), each cancelled by "325" numeral, Tobermory and Edinburgh backstamps, an unusual high franking from the Isle of Mull.
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 800
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1863-70 Covers to "Laggan, Ulva" or "Laggan, By Aros" bearing four 1d reds or 1857 4d, the stamps all cancelled by manuscript cross, both backstamped at Aros, the first also backstamped at Tobermory, the 1863 cover with flap missing and a little creased, very unusual. (2).
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 440.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 801
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1785-c.1930 Entire letters, covers and postcards including 1785-1800 letters from Scallastle to Lockbuy privately carried (3, one endorsed "I sent by the bearer two shirts") or posted to an Edinburgh address, 1819 entire letter with scarce boxed "KINTRA" (ink blot on front), 1905 Fionphort Parcel Post label, etc. (30).
Opening GBP 180.00
Sold...GBP 210.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Other Islands
Sale No: 48
Lot No: 802
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1831-1979 Covers and cards (191) from various Western Isles including Arran, Bute, Cumbrae, Islay, Lewis, Harris, Mull, South Uist, Skye and Easdale, with single and double ring datestamps, a few rubbers and skeletons, etc., also some pieces. (191+).
Opening GBP 400.00
Sold...GBP 340.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 804
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Barra. 1827 (Jan 12) Entire letter from Barra to Edinburgh, posted on Mull with boxed Tobermory mileage mark.
Opening GBP 100.00
Sold...GBP 220.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 805
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Coll. 1799-1904 Entire letters, entires, and postcards including 1823 entire and 1842 entire franked 1d (Maltese Cross cancel of Tobermory) both with boxed "COLL / 550-G"; other 1799-1836 entires from Coll but with handstamps of Aros (4) or Tobermory (5); 1833-43 entire letters or entires to Coll (3, one backstamped at Aros and Tobermory); 1884 1d I.R Official on wrapper to Mull redirected to Coll, backstamped at Auchnacraig, Tobermory and Coll; 1903-04 picture postcard with Coll c.d.s (3, two types). (18). Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 300.00
Sold...GBP 250.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 806
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Collonsay / Islay. 1788-1837 Entire letters from Collonsay, the first to the Island of Lunga with faint Tarbert backstamp, charged 2d; 1836 letter to Craignish Castle with "PORTASKAIG" and faint Lochgilphead Penny Post, and 1837 letter to Edinburgh with faint "BOWMORE" and "G (crown) R" inspector's mark. A scarce origin, the first very early. (3).
Opening GBP 200.00
Sold...GBP 340.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 807
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Easdale - Registered Mail. 1843-45 Entire letters from Easdale to Edinburgh all registered from Oban, prepaid 1/1 or 1/2 in cash, unusual. (4).
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 100.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 808
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Easdale / Seil / Luing. 1836-54 Entire letters (4) and cover (letter enclosed) comprising 1836 letter from Easdale posted at Oban, 1839 letter from Inverary to Bonaw and redirected to Easdale, 1847-48 letters written from Seil or Luing both with "EASDALE" undated circles in blue or black, and 1854 Easdale c.d.s. Also a 1911 picture postcard with Blackmill Bay c.d.s. (6).
Opening GBP 150.00
Sold...GBP 130.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 809
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Ensay / Lunga. 1776 (Sep 5) Entire letter from the Island of Ensay, to John MacDougal on the Island of Lunga, privately carried, endorsed "P. favour of Capt. Miller", worn file fold, early and scarce.
Opening GBP 100.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 810
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Gigha. 1802 and 1849 Entire letters from Gigha, the first to Craignish with faint Tarbert backstamp, charged 5d; the second to Inverary franked 1d, backstamped at Tayinloane and Tarbert, the 1847 letter with file folds, otherwise both fine and a very scarce origin. (2).
Opening GBP 180.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 811
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Iona. 1857 Cover to Mecklenburg via Belgium franked by 2d blue strip of four cancelled by two "IONA IONA" Scots Local cancels and "23" numerals of Aros, backstamped with a further strike of "IONA IONA" and at Aros, Oban and in Germany, light staining and a little creasing but a remarkable franking and destination from Iona. Also 1d red on piece with the "IONA IONA" Scots Local cancel, 1903-07 picture postcards with Iona c.d.s (8), unused cards (2), and a c.1860 print of Iona village. (13).
Opening GBP 250.00
Sold...GBP 1,100.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 812
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Islay - Uniform 4d Post. 1839 (Dec 16) Entire letter from Bowmore to Inverary, faint Bowmore backstamp, over 1oz weight, posted unpaid so charged 2/8. During the Uniform 4d Post period letters up to 1oz weight were charged the same whether prepaid or unpaid, but letters over 1oz were charged with twice the rate if unpaid; this letter would therefore have only cost 1/4 if prepaid. Very scarce, very few such covers recorded from the 4d Post period.
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 170.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 813
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Islay. 1804-1929 Entire letters (6), entires (10) and picture postcards (4) including faint 1804 "BOW / MORE" mailbag seal handstamp (one other clearer example recorded from this same correspondence); cover to Ardpatrick franked 1d black (corner fault) with red Maltese Cross cancel and "PORTASKAIG" in red alongside; 1840 entire with similar handstamp in black; undated circles of "PORT CHARLOTTE" (2) or "LANGAVOULIN" (2, in green, one cover endorsed "Per Steamer Islay"); 1859 "BOWMORE VILLAGE" straight line Scots Local backstamp; 1844 Bowmore Maltese Cross, etc. (20).
Opening GBP 400.00
Sold...GBP 340.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 814
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Jura. 1831-52 Entire letters (2), entire and covers (3) comprising 1831 letter with boxed "JURA" (AR252b); 1841 cover with 1d tied by Maltese Cross and 1843 stampless letter paid 1d in cash both with magenta "JURA" (AR252d); and 1848-52 covers franked 1d (2) or 2d cancelled "190" with circular "JURA / S.O" datestamps on reverse in blue (2) or black. (6).
Opening GBP 160.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 815
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Lismore / Kerrera. 1838-1913 Entire letters (3), entire and picture postcards (2) comprising 1838 and 1844 letters from Lismore to Inverary posted at Oban or Appin (franked 1d); 1858 entire (side flaps removed) franked 1d with "LISMORE" Scots Local c.d.s, fine and scarce; and Lismore c.d.s on 1906-13 postcards or as a 1904 arrival backstamp. Also 1892 cover posted at Oban with enclosed letter written at Kerrera. (7). Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 220.00
Sold...GBP 360.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 816
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Lismore Lighthouse. 1843 (Apr 20) Entire letter written by James Black from Lismore Lighthouse to the Procurator Fiscal in Inverary, concerning items carried away from the lighthouse which the police have failed to return, a 1d red tied by Maltese Cross and Inverary backstamp; and an 1852 entire to Messrs D&T Stevenson in Edinburgh (the famous lighthouse engineers) with 1d red cancelled at Oban, a fine wax seal depicting a lighthouse and "LISMORE". A scarce pair. (2).
Opening GBP 250.00
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Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 817
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North Uist - Maritime Mail. 1836 (July 1) Entire letter from North Uist to "The Right Honourable the Paymaster General of His Majestys Land Forces, London" with a Free datestamp applied in London, backstamped with the superb "UIST to DUNVEGAN" and an Edinburgh c.d.s. An early use of this Uist to Dunvegan handstamp, applied at Lockmaddy on letters carried by Post Office Packet, recorded 1836-42, exceptionally unusual on a free letter. Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 400.00
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Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 818
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Orkney / Stroma. 1839-1959 Entire letters (2), covers and cards and a parcel label, including 1839 (Dec 3) and 1840 letters with boxed Kirkwall handstamps sent as ship letters to USA prepaid 2/- (1839) or 8d (1840, Liverpool Ship Letter c.d.s), 1911 Stromness Parcel Post label franked 7d, etc. Also 1911 cover to the Lighthouse Literature Mission in Belfast with Stroma rubber c.d.s (few faults), and 1907 Tresta (Shetland) c.d.s. (13).
Opening GBP 150.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 819
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Orkney / Shetland. 1860-1986 Covers, postcards and a few C.O.Ps with postmarks of Orkney (54) or Shetland (22), with duplexs, single ring datestamps on KEVII and KGV picture postcards, etc. (76).
Opening GBP 100.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 820
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Pladda Lighthouse. 1840 (July 18) Entire letter written by Andrew Adamson from Pladda Lighthouse, on "Northern Lights" notepaper, addressed to "Robert Stevenson Esq., Engineer for the Northern Light Houses, Edinburgh", bearing a 1d black, PB plate 2 (3 margins, torn into at top) tied by a red Maltese Cross, backstamped at Saltcoats and Edinburgh. Adamson answers a query on differing inks used by him and his assistant in June's monthly report. Also an 1834 letter written on board the "Regent" Tender at Tobermory (with Tobermory handstamp) concerning supplies for the boat at Pladda, and stating "you will receive Mr Stevensons order for the other things", and a print and postcard of Pladda Lighthouse. A rare 1d black letter from a lighthouse, to the famous lighthouse engineer Robert Stevenson. (2). Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 400.00
Sold...GBP 680.00
Closed..Oct-13-2021, 23:59:00 EST
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 821
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Raasay/Skye, etc. 1803-1910 Letters, cards, etc., including 1803 free letter from Nairn to Sconser, Isle of Skye, with interesting letter from M. Macalister about raising a Highland Regiment; 1834 letter from Edward Lees at G.P.O in Edinburgh posted to Francis Freeling, about increasing the sum paid in aid to the mail packet from the Isle of Skye to North & South Uist and Benbecula (faults); 1888 notice of non delivery of a telegram from Portree to a yacht at Tobermory which had sailed, with Portree c.d.s; 1911 Reginald Bray postcard to the Keeper of "Southrona Lighthouse, Shetland Isles" directed to "Try Raasay, Kyle" and signed by the Keeper of Raasay Lighthouse; and 1904-10 postcards (5) with cancels of Harris, etc. (9).
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 822
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Shuna. 1843 (Jan 11) Entire letter from Shuna to the Postmaster of Bonaw, posted at Oban on January 17th prepaid 1d in cash, a scarce origin.
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 823
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Staffa / Dubh Artach Rocks Lighthouse. 1856 Letter from Portree on notepaper headed with an engraving of "Bending Pillars in Staffa" (not posted), and a postcard of Staffa; 1895 photos taken on a holiday to the Western Isles with views of Staffa (7), also other photos (8) including the Steamer "Columba", Mull, etc; and 1920 (Nov 21) handwritten Last Will and Testament of George Robertson, Assistant keeper at Dhuheartach Lighthouse on headed notepaper within a cover with printed address of the Northern Lighthouse Board of Edinburgh, presumably carried by official lighthouse supply vessel, the only recorded letter from this very remote lighthouse. (18).
Opening GBP 120.00
Sold...GBP 900.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 824
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Tyree. 1804-1912 Entire letter, covers and cards with 1804 entire letter from Glasgow to Tobermory "to be forwarded to Tyree"; 1838 entire written from Tyree but posted at Tobermory; 1850 entires prepaid 1d in cash or franked 1d cancelled "325" at Tobermory both with boxed "TYREE / 553-G"; 1856 cover with 1d cancelled at Tobermory and scarce boxed "TYREE" on the front (flap missing, edge faults); 1858 cover with 1d red cancelled "TYREE TYREE" Scots Local; 1903 Scarinish Parcel Post label; and 1906-12 postcards (5) with cancels of Scarinish or Ruaig. (12).
Opening GBP 200.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 825
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Ulva / Lunga. 1797-1910 Entire letters (3) and picture postcards (2) comprising 1797 letter posted from Strontien to the Island of Lunga; 1826 letter from Ulva with boxed "AROSS / 529-G"; 1841 letter from Leigh to Ulva House; and postcards with Ulva Ferry c.d.s (2, one written from Gometra Island. (5).
Opening GBP 120.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 826
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Ulva. 1858 Entire letter from Ulva House to Tobermory with 1d red cancelled "ULVA ULVA" Scots Local, overinked but quite readable and very scarce, backstamped at Aros and Tobermory. Photo on Page 116. (Image1)
Opening GBP 400.00
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Scotland
Sale No: 48
Lot No: 770
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Cat No: Collection
Glasgow. c.1740-1940 Extensive accumulation in a box including pre-1800 circular handstamps (13), Paid handstamps, Penny Posts, "MISSENT / TO GLASGOW", duplexs, registered mail, 1901 Exhibition, postage dues, late fees, Packet Letters, Maltese Crosses, Additional ½d, etc. (100s).
Opening GBP 600.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 771
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c.1770-1853 Prestamp and stampless entire letters, entires and a few fronts with town handstamp, Penny Posts, Uniform 4d Post, U.P.P "1" handstamps, Additional ½d, etc. (145).
Opening GBP 200.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 772
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Social History. 1794-1845 Letters and documents written up on pages including 1794-95 handwritten list of prizes captured by the Navy off the coast of America; 1797 letter from a ships surgeon present at the Battle of Cape St. Vincent; 1805 printed notices of soldiers pay and allowances (2); 1845 letter from Alan Stevenson on "Northern Lights" notepaper regarding the availability of fresh water at Fladda, posted within Edinburgh; 1796 letter from the Captain of the "Nancy" trapped by ice in the Forth & Clyde Canal, etc., also reprints of Battle of Trafalgar and Waterloo newspapers, seven letters postally used. (12).
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 773
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Cat No: Collection
Soldiers Letter. 1796 (Jan 31) Entire letter from John McDougal in Lecamore addressed to "Sergt Hugh McCowan, Capt Camerons Company, 2nd Battn Breadalbane Fencibles, Fort George", posted unpaid, charged the 1d concession rate upon delivery, backstamped "OBAN". Upon the outbreak of war with France in 1793 seven Fencible Regiments were raised for service within Scotland; the 1d soldiers concession rate was extended to these Fencible Regiments in May 1795. A fine early soldiers letter, ex Gerald Sattin collection.
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 775
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Cat No: Collection
1827 (Dec 29) Printed circular from the Committee of the General Assembly for Promoting Education in the Highlands and Islands, posted from Edinburgh to Lochbuy, Auchnacraig, Isle of Mull, with scarce "TO BE / DELIVERED / FREE" (ED1726, used on charities mail, recorded 1824-31). Photo on Page 108. (Image1)
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 776
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Glasgow. 1840 (June 12) Entire letter to Kirkcaldy bearing a 1d black, BE plate 1b (four good margins, crossed by a very faint crease) tied by a red Maltese Cross, vertical file fold but attractive; and 1850 entire to Greece "P. French steamer from Marseille" paid 1/3 in cash with an imperf 1d red paying a late fee, the stamp cancelled by part "159" numeral and "ANGL. / CALAIS" c.d.s, Glasgow and London Paid datestamps and tiny undated "GLASGOW" late fee handstamp. (2).
Opening GBP 120.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 778
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Local Handstamps. 1845-60 Covers with various boxed, straight line or circular undated Scots Local handstamps, mainly backstamps, a few used as cancels, mainly fine. (149).
Opening GBP 500.00
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Sale No: 48
Lot No: 779
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Skeletons & Rubbers. 1848-1971 Picture postcards and covers cancelled by rubbers (48) or skeletons (159) including early skeletons of 1848-68 (14), the others nearly all on KEVII or KGV picture postcards, also a few pieces, a few Paid skeletons noted, a good lot. (207+).
