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4571 **/* imageLots & Collections 1910/11: Lakatoi “Large Papua”, sideways Crown
over double-lined A wmk., specialised assembly including line perf
11 and perf 12½ printings. A comprehensive album page comprising
twelve unused examples, including pairs and one used (SG48a) from
the eight values ½ d. to 2 s. 6 d. of the 1910/11 Large Papua
issue, including SG47, SG48 (1st printing, “Vignette stone III /
frame stone I”), and unused SG48a "POSTAGIE" flaw, SG75 (horizontal
pair), SG76, SG77 (horizontal pair), SG77a (horizontal pair), SG78,
SG79, SG79a (“Deformed d”), SG80 and SG81. The page includes
marginal examples, positional piece and shade variations, notably
the 2 s. 6 d. values (SG48/48a), the 2 d. shades including SG77 and
SG77a (“PCSTAGE at right”), and the 4 d. SG79a with the constant
“Deformed d” variety. An attractive and cohesive study illustrating
key printings, shade distinctions and constant varieties within the
series. Condition generally fine to very fine unused, with large
part og. several unmounted. Scarce group Gi= £ 4'526. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 1,500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4572 **/* image1910/11: “Large Papua” Crown over double-lined A watermark sideways
inverted, line perf 11 and perf 12½. Specialised study with
thirteen examples devoted to the sideways inverted watermark,
comprising the ½ d. black & yellow-green unused (SG47), the 2 s. 6
d. black & chocolate 1st printing unused marginal example with
guide cross (SG48), and the 2 s. 6 d. black & chocolate showing the
constant “POSTAGIE” flaw used (SG48a), together with the
corresponding lower denominations including ½ d. black & green
(SG75), 1 d. black & carmine (SG76), 2 d. black & dull-purple
(SG77), 2 d. “PCSTAGE at right” (SG77a), 2 d. black & blue-violet
(SG78), 4 d. black & sepia (SG79), 4 d. “Deformed d” (SG79a), 6 d.
black & myrtle-green (SG80) and 1 s. black & orange (SG81). The key
high-values are present in unused condition, notably the scarce 2
s. 6 d. first printing (SG48), and the 2 s. 6 d. “POSTAGIE” flaw is
represented by a very fine side marginal unused example with large
part og. and a very fine used example. Several stamps retain
marginal selvedge (7) confirming sheet origin and adding positional
interest. A rarely assembled study of the sideways inverted
watermark group, illustrating both line perforation 11 and perf 12½
printings, seldom encountered intact in this form. Condition
generally fine to very fine, unused examples with large part
original gum Gi = £ 4'508. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 1,500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4573 **/*/(*) image1901/11: Lakatoi “Large Papua” issue specialised unused study
mounted on seven album pages, comprising over 90 stamps,
illustrating the principal denominations, printings and constant
plate varieties of the early Large Papua series. The study includes
the full range of denominations ½ d. to 2 s. 6 d., represented by
multiple examples in the recognised shades and printings, together
with a number of marginal and positional examples showing sheet
margins, guide crosses and plate transfers. The pages illustrate
stamps printed from Vignette Stone IV, including examples
demonstrating the relationship between the vignette and frame
plates used in the early Melbourne printings. Several stamps
illustrate recognised constant varieties and retouches, including
examples such as the “White flaw on sail” and other listed vignette
irregularities, together with material showing retouches to stone
and frame transfers. A carefully assembled and instructive
reference group for the Large Papua Lakatoi issue, demonstrating
the complexity of the early printings and the development of
Vignette Stone IV. An attractive and specialised holding offering
considerable scope for further plating and research of this classic
Papua series Gi = £ 2'265+ premium for plate flaws. (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3) (Image 4) (Image 5) (Image 6) (Image 7)

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Currently...CHF 500.00
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4574 */(*) image1909/10: Lakatoi 1 d. black and carmine and 2 d. black and purple
(SG49, 50, 55, 60, 61, 67 & 68), mixed wmk., perf 11 and 12½, group
of forty-three unused examples, including several retouched and
plate varieties, two with marginal selvedge at side. In the main
fresh colour and generally well centred. A few showing minor
imperfections as to be expected in a study group, otherwise fine
condition with large part og. A scarce and useful assembly
illustrating a range of Small “Papua” settings and retouches. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 200.00
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4575 **/*/(*) image1908/10: Lakatoi “Small Papua” issue specialised unused study
mounted on ten album pages, comprising over 100 stamps,
illustrating the principal printings and watermark orientations of
the early Melbourne productions. The study includes the full range
of denominations ½ d. to 1 s., represented in multiple examples
showing the principal shades and printings, together with a number
of marginal examples displaying sheet margins, guide crosses and
positional features. The pages demonstrate the different watermark
orientations including upright, inverted and sideways Crown over
double-lined A, as well as variations in line perforation 11-12½,
providing a useful technical comparison of the early printings of
the issue. The assembly also includes examples illustrating
recognised plate retouches amd the variety “Deformed d”
(SG52a-54a), together with a range of shade differences within the
individual denominations. A carefully arranged and instructive
reference group for the Small Papua Lakatoi issue, illustrating the
complexity of the early printings and watermark orientations. A
useful and attractive specialised holding offering considerable
scope for further study and expansion. (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3) (Image 4) (Image 5) (Image 6) (Image 7) (Image 8) (Image 9) (Image 10)

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Currently...CHF 500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4576 **/*/(*) image1909/10: Lakatoi “Small Papua” issue Vignette Stone III study, an
extensive specialised study comprising approximately 230 unused
stamps mounted on 34 album pages, informatively written-up,
illustrating the Stone III vignette states 1–5. The study includes
a range of denominations ½ d. to 1 s., with numerous examples
showing the progressive development of the vignette stone, together
with a range of constant plate varieties including; “Pole to Sail”,
“Cross on the Hill”, “Black dot in the sky”, “Rift in Cloud” and
“The Comet”. Several stamps are retained in marginal positions
showing guide marks, demonstrating different watermark orientations
and sheet positions, adding further technical interest. Mostly
fresh colour, large part og. A carefully assembled and highly
instructive reference group illustrating the evolution of Vignette
Stone III, offering considerable scope for further plating and
research. A most unusual and specialised holding of this classic
Papua issue Gi = £ 5'379+ lithograph flaws command a premium. (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3) (Image 4) (Image 5) (Image 6) (Image 7) (Image 8) (Image 9) (Image 10) (Image 11) (Image 12) (Image 13) (Image 14) (Image 15) (Image 16) (Image 17) (Image 18) (Image 19) (Image 20) (Image 21) (Image 22) (Image 23) (Image 24) (Image 25) (Image 26) (Image 27) (Image 28) (Image 29) (Image 30) (Image 31) (Image 32) (Image 33) (Image 34) (Image 35) (Image 36)

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Currently...CHF 1,500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4577 **/*/(*) image1907/09: Lakatoi 2½ d. black and ultramarine, including bright and
pale ultramarine shades (SG51a, 56a, 51 & 56), mixed wmk., perf 11
and 12½, group of twenty-six unused examples, including three
examples of SG51a and four of SG56a, several showing retouches and
master plate transfer characteristics, three with marginal
selvedge. In the main fresh colour and generally well centred. The
odd minor imperfection as to be expected in a specialist study
group, otherwise fine condition with large part og. A scarce and
useful assembly illustrating a range of Small “Papua” retouches and
plate characteristics. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 200.00
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4578 **/* image1907/1911: Lakatoi 2½ d. value, Crown over double-lined A
watermark, specialised study of the “Thin d” flaw, Position 17
(SG51–SG78). An exceptional assembly of eleven unused examples of
the 2½ d. value exhibiting the well-known pantograph flaw “Thin d”
at position 17, comprising SG51, SG51a (2), SG56, SG56a, SG62 (2),
SG69 (2) and SG78 (2), representing a wide range of recognised
shades from bright ultramarine and pale blue through dull blue and
blue-purple. The examples with duplicates represent differing
watermark orientations, providing an instructive comparison across
printings. Particularly notable is SG56b with the "Thin d" flaw
which is a very rare occurrence in this shade. A highly cohesive
and systematic study of the position 17 flaw across successive
printings, illustrating both shade evolution and watermark
variation. Condition fine to very fine unused, several with
original gum. A scarce and seldom assembled positional shade study
of this distinctive pantograph variety Gi = £2,710+. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 1,000.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4579 **/*/(*) image1909/10: Lakatoi 4 d., 6 d. and 1 s. Small “Papua”, mixed wmk.,
perf 11 and 12½, group of forty-four unused examples, showing a
range of plate flaws and retouches, including retouches to Stone
III (states III & V) on the 4 d., and further retouches on the 6 d.
and 1 s. values. Mixed watermark positions and several illustrating
recognised positional characteristics. In the main fresh colour and
generally well centred. The odd minor fault or imperfection as to
be expected in a specialist study group, otherwise fine condition
with large part og. A scarce and useful assembly for the study of
Small “Papua” retouches and plate development. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 200.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4580 */(*) image1907/10: Lakatoi 2 d. black and violet, 2½ d. black and
ultramarine, 4 d. black and sepia and 6 d. black and mrytle-green,
Crown over double-lined A wmk., specialised positional study. A
dedicated album page comprising: one unused 2 d., three unused 2½
d., three unused 4 d. and two 6 d. (one unused), all with variety
"Reverse Watermark". The examples are identified by sheet position,
including position: 7 (Pole to Sail), 15, 16, 17, 18 (2), 22, 26
and 30, providing an instructive comparative study of watermark
orientation across the sheet. Condition generally fine, the odd
fault, several with original gum. A scarce and seldom assembled
positional study, offering strong specialist and exhibition
potential. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 1,500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4581 bof image1910/11: Lakatoi 1 d., 2 d., 2½ d., 4 d., 6 d., and 2 s. 6 d.,
upright Crown over double-lined A wmk., printed on ungummed paper,
perf 12½, group of six corner marginal blocks of four, each with
sheet margins and guide crosses, all cancelled to order with PORT
MORESBY cds dated 11 Ocrober 1910. Fresh colour and good centring
throughout. Marginal paper showing the characteristic fresh
ungummed surface, mounted on album pages, very fine appearance. A
scarce and attractive group, the multiples displaying clear strikes
of the dated cancellations; believed to represent presentation or
archival examples, possibly plate proof impressions prepared for
official distribution Gi = £ 564+ as singles (substantial multiple
premium). (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3)

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Currently...CHF 500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4582 * image1910/11: “Large Papua” perf 12½, Crown over double-lined A
watermark, Vignette Stone IV varieties, Position 18 “White Triangle
on Lakatoi”. A specialised study of the Position 18 constant flaw
(“White triangle on Lakatoi”) across the 1910/11 Large Papua
series, comprising the ½ d. black & green, 1 d. black & carmine, 2
d. black & dull-purple, 2½ d. black & blue-violet, 4 d. black &
sepia, 6 d. black & myrtle-green, 1 s. black & deep-orange and 2 s.
6 d. black & brown (1st & 2nd printings), with seven values
represented by both watermark upright and watermark upright
inverted. Included are the additional constant varieties 2 d.
“PCSTAGE” C for O in POSTAGE (SG77a) and 4 d. “Deformed d” (SG79a).
The page forms a cohesive plating study of the Stone IV flaw
through multiple denominations and watermark orientations, a level
of completion seldom encountered intact. Condition generally fine
to very fine unused with large part original gum. Basic catalogue
value £935; however, for lithographed constant flaws, such
varieties merit a multiplier of three times catalogue, giving an
effective comparative value in the region of £2'800. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 500.00
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4583 **/* image1929 (Oct): “AIR MAIL” overprint in black on 3 d. Lakatoi, Cooke
printing on yellowish paper, group of thirteen unused examples
illustrating a range of shades, including two examples in the
scarcer Prussian blue. Fresh colour and generally well centred
throughout, fine condition with large part og. A useful and
attractive study group demonstrating the shade variations of this
issue. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 200.00
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4584 **/*/bof image1930 (15 Sept): Lakatoi “AIR MAIL” carmine overprint on 6 d. dull
and pale purple, Harrison printing extensive specialised study
mounted on six album pages, comprising 48 stamps including 47
unused and one used example, illustrating plate positions, constant
varieties and shade differences of the overprint. The study
includes six multiples, comprising three imprint blocks of six and
two imprint strips of three, together with additional blocks of
four and singles arranged by identified plate positions, providing
a useful reconstruction of portions of the setting. The material
illustrates several recognised varieties and positional features,
including the position 27 variety “POSTACE” for “POSTAGE”, together
with additional plate flaws, retouches, misplaced or distorted
overprint impressions, position 16 "Double Perf" in left margin.
Also included are comparative examples of the Harrison printing on
different papers, and positional pieces demonstrating the
relationship between the overprint and the underlying Lakatoi
design. Fresh colour and majority large part og. A carefully
assembled and highly instructive reference study. (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3) (Image 4) (Image 5) (Image 6) (Image 7)

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4585 **/*/bof image1930 (15 Sept): “AIR MAIL” carmine overprint on 6 d. dull and pale
purple Lakatoi (SG116), Harrison printing. A specialised study page
comprising two lower marginal imprint multiples showing “T.S.
Harrison, Australian Note and Stamp Printer”, consisting of an
imprint block of six and a larger imprint block of fifteen. Both
multiples include position 39 “Tail flaw”, the larger block also
showing position 27 “POSTAGE” flaw. Fresh colour and good centring
throughout, the imprint margins clear and well preserved. Large
part og., the block of fifteen with reinforcement to the top right
margin and both mostly unmounted. A rare and visually impressive
pair of multiples illustrating these distinctive constant
varieties; Harrison imprint multiples particularly desirable and
seldom encountered in conjunction with the position 39 flaw.
Unpriced. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 400.00
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4586 */bof image1930 (15 Sept): “AIR MAIL” carmine overprint on 6 d. dull and pale
purple Lakatoi, Harrison printing. Group of three items showing
position 39 “Tail flaw”, comprising used lower marginal imprint
blocks of six with “T.S. Harrison, Australian Note and Stamp
Printer” and a block of four, together with an additional unused
single example. Fresh colour and clear impressions throughout, the
imprint margins well preserved; the unused example with large part
og., lightly mounted. Minor tone spotting to the imprint block
otherwise very fine. A scarce group illustrating this distinctive
constant variety, used examples of the position 39 flaw being
particularly difficult to obtain. Unpriced. (Image 1) (Image 2)

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Currently...CHF 400.00
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4587 */bof image1930 (15 Sept): “AIR MAIL” carmine overprints on Lakatoi issues,
comprising 6 d. dull and pale purple (SG116) and 1 s. sepia and
olive (SG117), Harrison printing. A specialised study page
including two lower marginal imprint blocks of six showing “T.S.
Harrison, Australian Note and Stamp Printer”, each with the
overprint in differing shades, the 1 s. with the early deep carmine
shade and the 6 d. in the normal carmine. Both blocks include
position 39 “Tail flaw”, clearly visible in the right-hand stamp of
the second row. Fresh colour and good centring throughout, the
imprint margins clear and well preserved, large part og. A rare and
visually impressive pair of multiples illustrating this distinctive
constant variety; imprint blocks particularly desirable and seldom
encountered in conjunction with the position 39 flaw. (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 400.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4588 ** image1930 (15 Sept): Lakatoi “AIR MAIL” carmine overprint on 1 s. sepia
and olive Harrison and Ash printings, specialised positional study
comprising three lower marginal imprint strip of three, each
showing position 39 which attracted the “Tail flaw" to overprint
before re-touching. The group comprises a T.S. Harrison imprint
strip of three, with deep carmine overprint showing clearly the
"Tail Flaw" and another Harrison and Ash imprints with position 39
re-touched, providing a useful comparative reference for the
overprint variety. Fresh colour and clear impressions throughout,
the imprint margins well preserved with large part og. slight
browning as is common, an attractive and informative positional
study of this recognised air mail overprint flaw. A scarce and
specialised group illustrating the position 39 across the different
printings. Ref: Collector’s Guide to the Stamps of British New
Guinea and the Territory of Papua (1884–1942), Parr & Robinson,
illustrated on page 129 (block with Tail Flaw) (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 200.00
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4589 **/*/bof image1930 (15 Sept): Lakatoi “AIR MAIL” carmine overprint on 1 s. sepia
and olive, Harrison and Ash printings, specialised plate positional
colour overprint variety study, set-out on six album pages,
comprising 34 unused examples of which there are four blocks of 4,
two imprint blocks of 6, an imprint strip of 3 and a corner
marginal pair. Includes the "Cherry red" shade on a corner marginal
block of four (much scarcer than the deep carmine). All of fresh
colour, large part og., the odd imperfection, although clear
impressions throughout, the imprint margins well preserved. A
scarce and specialised group illustrating the plate positions and
overprint shades. (Image 1) (Image 2) (Image 3) (Image 4) (Image 5) (Image 6)

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Currently...CHF 300.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM
4590 * image1930 (15 Sept): “AIR MAIL” deep carmine-lake overprint on 1 s.
sepia and olive Lakatoi, Harrison printing. An exceptional
specialised study page comprising imprint block of six from the
lower margin showing “T.S. Harrison, Australian Note and Stamp
Printer”, the scarce early deep carmine-lake overprint, this shade
being confined to the small first portion of the printing. The
block includes position 39 “Tail flaw” and position 11 “A.I.R.”
flaw, together with three additional singles: a further example of
position 11, one on the scarcer white paper and one used example. A
rare and visually impressive group, the deep carmine shade being
unpriced. The imprint block particularly desirable and seldom
encountered. Cert. Ceremuga (2012). (Image 1)

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Currently...CHF 500.00
Closing..Jun-01, 11:59 PM

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