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IRefevence X ist of 1Revt> 3ssues, 1899*1900.

IX.

FAGK.American Stamp Meets . . .. • • 101Arrangement of a General Collection . . 43, 52

Birmingham Philatelic Society .. .. 101Birmingham P.S. Stamp Auction . . .. 116Brazils, Re-drawn . . . . . . .. 69

Canada’s Stamps .. •. .. .. 93Canada Pence Issues, Early (J. B. Simpson) .. 101Colours of Triangular Capos .. .. .. 70Confederate States of America .. 4, 11Crete .. . . .. .. .. 5Cuba, The Y£-Stamps of .. .. .. 117

Holiand..Hong KongHungaryIndiaJamaicaJapan ..Labuan..Liberia .. Mauritius MoroccoNew South Wales New Zealand Nicaragua

C H R O N IC LE OF N E W IS S U E S ;— Niger Coast and Nigeria , , 57, 82Argentine # , 17 North Borneo . . 18, 41Austria .. 26 Orange River Colony 58, 92, 98, 114Barbados 2 Persia .. 10, 98Bavaria.. . . 34, 57 Perak 92, 114Belgium 73 Ponta Delgads .. 74Bolivia .. 17 Portuguese India • • ♦ • 50Brazil .. - ’. 2, 34, 57 Queensland , , • • * ♦ 10British Central Africa 50, 66 Roumania , , .. 57, 92, 106British South Africa 2 Russian Levant .. • • ♦ * 82British Honduras 17, 82 Saint Vincent . . 41Canada .. -. 2, 50, 66 Samoa .. 60, 74Cape of Good Hope * , .. 26, 31, 66 San Marino . . • • ' • * 10Caroline Islands.. 41 Sarawak 26, 41, 74, 82Ceylon .. ..17, 34, 57, 66. 82, 90 Selangor , . » • • • 10Cook Islands £6 Seychelles . » 50, 98China Expeditionary Force 82 Siam . . • • * 74Chili 2 South Australia - .. » 4 26, 34, 58, 66Colombia .. 2 Soudan .. . , 60, 74Corea , 50,98, 113 Spain .. * » 26, 58Crete , 26 Straits Settlements , , a, 98Danish West Indira 50 Sweden .. 50Dominican Republio , , . ! 41*, 114 Switzerland .. 68, 66, 74Egypt 114 Tasmania 34Falkland Islands . . 34 Transvaal 74, 82Federate Malay States , 41, 50 Trinidad ., 34, 41France . . , 57, 58, 82, 114 Turkey .. 18, 66French Colonies .. 26, 58, 74, 98, 105 Turks Island 106Germany ..10, 16, 58, 82, 92, 114 United States . ! 26* 106Gold Coast .. 50 Uruguay 10, 93Greece .. , . . . 82, 98, 106 Venezuela 98Great Britain 2, 26, 57, 66, 82 Victoria , , .. 2Grenada , # 2, 114 Western Australia , . .. 41, 66, 74Guatemala •• 18, 60 Zanzibar •• 2, 74

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66, 114 18, 41 .. 50 .. 74 .. 26

2, 10, 58, 114 57,66,92, 98

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PAGE.Destruction of Newfoundland Stamps .. .. 46Diego Saurez .. .. .. .. 46

Editorial 1, 9. 17, 25, 33, 41, 49, 57, 65, 73, 81,89, 97, 105, 113

Gem Tablet, Perforation Gauge . . . . 6 1Great Barrier Island Stamps (N o n - L e x ) .. 22Green on Red Maltese Cross Obliterations . . 28

India, Reprints of Stamps (C. Stewart W ilson) 76

Korea, Postal Service in . . . . . . 78

Labuan .. .. , . . . . . 12Law of Compensation (verse) . . .. . . 78

Mafeking Besieged Stamps .. .. 84, 108Maltese Cross Obliterations, Green on Red .. 28Mexico, Stamps of .. .. . . .. 59

New Zealand, Stamps cf (H. M. St o w e l l ) .. GO New Zealand, die varieties . . .. . . 8 3Notes on English (W . S. W ebb ) 2, 18, 27, 35, 43,

67, 75. 91, 116Notices . . .. 31,36,46,55,63,71,86, 94

Orange River Stamps, The New 69, 92

Paris Exhibition .. .. . . . . 9 3Postal Service in Korea .. . . . . 7 8Post Offices in Spain.. .. .. . . 1 3Postman's Knock 3, 11, 18, 26, 34, 42, 50, 58, 66,

74, 82, 90, 99, 106, 114Philaletic Frauds, General

British South Africa Chili Cuba EcuadorE g y p t . . . .

36, 4553 7554 13 54

PAGE.France . . . . . . . . . . 6 1Great Barrier Island ._. . . . . 6Great Britain . . . : ,. 5Hayti .. . . . . .. . . 6Hungary . . . . . . . . 5 4Italy .. .. . . . . 6,61, 76Japan . . .. . . . . . . 5 4Lombardy . . . . . . . . 1 3Mafeking Besieged . . . . . . 93Nevis .. . . . . . . .. 68New South Wales . . , . . . 6 8Orange River Colony . . . . . . 9-1Roumania .. . . . . . . 13Schleswig Holstein . . . . . . 1 3Spain . . . . . . . . 61, 76Tuscany . . . . .. .. 14United States .. .. .. . . 1 4Venezuela .. . . .. . . 6Victoria .. . . •• . . 5 4

Re-drawn Brazils .. .. .. . . 6 9Reprints of Stamps of India (C. Stewart W ilson) 76

Schleswig Holstein, Stamps of (H. Wendt) .. 21Senf's 1900 Album .. . . .. . . 3 0Society Reports 6, 14. 23, 30, 38, 45, 54, 62, 70,

78, 85, 94, 102, 109 South American Swindler, A .. . . .. 21Spain . . . . . . . . .. 13Stamp Postage, First use in 1653 . . .. 107Stamp Insurance Against F ire . . . .1 1 6

Tasmanian Posters, The (verse) . . . . 8 5Transvaal Revenue Stamps (W . Morley) 19, 28 Triangular Capes, Colours o f . . .. . . 7 0

Used v. Unused . . . . . . . . 5 2

Victoria, Queen Enthroned Issues .. . . 3 7

Westoby, The late Mr. W. A. S. .. . . 1 5

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I’AGF..Destruction of Newfoundland Stamps .. ,. 40D ’.ego Saurez .. .. .. . . 4 0

Editorial 1, 9. 17, 25, 33. 41, 49, 57, 05, 73, 81,89, 97, 105, 113

Gem Tablet, Perforation Gauge .. . . 6 1Great- Harrier Island Stamps (Non-Lex) .. 22Green on Red Maltese Cross Obliterations .. 28

India, Reprints of Stamps (C. Stewart W ilson) 76

Korea, Postal Service in . . . . 7 8

Labuan .. .. .. .. . . 1 2Law of Compensation averse) .. .. . , 7 8

Mafeking Besieged Stamps .. .. 84, 108Maltese Cross Obliterations, Green on lied . . 2SMexico, Stamps of . . . . ., 59

New Zealand, Stamps cf (II. M. Stowell) .. 60New Zealand, die varieties . . .. . . 8 3Notes on English (W. S. Webb) 2, IS, 27 . 35 , 43,

67, 75. 91, 116Notices .. .. 31,36,46,55,03,71,86, 94

Orange River Stamps, The New 69, 92

Paris Exhibition Postal Service in Korea Post Otiices in Spain .. Postman's Knock 3, 11, 18, 26

Philaletic Frauds, General British South Africa Chili Cuba Ecuador Egypt ..

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34, 42, 00, 58, 66,” 4, 82, 90, 99, 106, 114

36, 45.. 03 .. 75.. 54.. 13.. 54

PAGE.France .. .. .. .. .. 61Great Barrier Island .. . . ,, 6Groat Britain . . .. ; . . 5Hayii .. .. . . .. . . 6Hungary . . . . . . . . 5 4Italy .. .. .. . . 6, 61, 76Japan .. .. . . . . . . 5 4Lombardy .. .. .. . . 1 3Mafeking Besieged . . . . 9 3Nevis .. . . .. . . . . 6 8New South Wales . . . . . . 68Orange River Colony . . ,. . . 9 3Roumania .. .. ., .. 13Schleswig Holstein .. . . 1 3Spain .. .. .. 61, 76Tuscany .. .. .. . . 1 4United States .. .. . . . . 1 4Venezuela .. .. . . 6Victoria .. . . •• . . 5 4

Re-drawn Brazils .. .. .. . . 6 9Reprints of Stamps of India (C. S tewart W ilson) 76

Schleswig Holstein, Stamps of (H. W e n d t ) .. 21Senf’s 1900 Album ., .. . . .. 30Society Reports 6, 14. 23, 30, 38, 45, 54, 62, 70,

78, 85, 94, 102, 109 South American Swindler, A .. .. . . 2 1Spain .. .. .. . . .. 13Stamp Postage, First use in 1653 .. .. 107Stamp Insurance Against Fire . . . . l i t !

Tasmanian Posters, The (verso) .. . . 8 5Transvaal Revenue Stamps (W . Morlev ) 19, 28 Triangular Capes, Colours o f . . .. . . 7 0

Used v. Unused .. .. .. . . 5 2

Victoria, Queen Enthroned Issues .. . . 3 7

Westoby, The late Mr. VV, A. S. .. . . 1 6

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ii. T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

Uo jforefgn anfr « = Colonial advertisers.

W h e n remitting in Colonial stamps please send as good a variety of face value as possible. We accept unused Colonial stamps as above to any amount as payment for advertisements or subscriptions, but post office or postal orders are generally safer. Foreign stamps other tfian Colonial are accepted at exchange rates but we prefer post office orders or bank notes for any sums over 2/-. English stamps, any face value, are accepted to any amount.

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CUBA, 1899

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Oc t . 31st, 1899.

CONTENTS.Page.

F.fttoriaf ............ ............ /C hronicle ............ ... ............ S>S ites on E n glish •tPostman's Knock .. . ............ 3Confederate Statet Stam ps ...................... ......... 4Crete ............ ... ... •>Philatelic Frauds ... ... iSociety KeportS ... ... 6

T h e P h i l a t e l i c C h r o n i c l e In ad dition to Its v e ry large c irc le of Subscribers, Is sent to a ll the m em bers o f the B irm ingham P h ilate lic So ciety and M idland Counties Stam p E xch an ge, being the Official Jo u rn a l o f those Societies. Combined m em bership over 400.

H E membership of the B ir m in g h h a m

S o c ie t y bids fair to reach 300 by this time next year and every philatelist,

abroad or at home, who can be considered anybody, seems to become a member. The. membership, so numerous and influential, causes our task as official journal to be a difficult cne, inasmuch as we are often at a loss to make the contents of the paper of value to the body of advanced philatelists to whom it is sent. The less exacting, we Hatter ourselves, are catered for fairly well, but we should be glad if some of our specialist friends would allow 11s the privilege of publishing the result of their study and research. They can be sure of one thing— their lucubrations would be placed before a circle of readers the most advanced of any paper published in the language.

The annual report of the Birmingham P hilatelic Society shows another year of success. The membership during 1898-1899 reached 250 and the finances showed a balance in hand of some sixty-seven pounds. The exchange packets of the Society circulated stamps to the value of ,£"29,(ny, and over .^4,000 worth were sold or exchanged. M r . G . Johnson is to be heartily congratulated upon his successful woik as pitot during the year and, doubtless, he will be able to show- as good, or better, account of his stewardship in twelve months time. At the annual meeting a rule w(as passed prohibiting books of stamps in the packets when such books were smaller than the regulation sheets of the Society.

ii. TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AND AD V E R TISE R .

TEo fo re ig n anfr * * Colonial Hbvertteers.

W hen remitting in Colonial stamps please send as good a variety of face Value as possible. We accept unused Colonial stamps as above to any amount as payment for advertisements or subscriptions, but post office or postal orders are generally -safer. Foreign stamps other tiian Colonial are ac-

s cepted at exchange rates but we prefer post . office orders or bank notes for any sums over

2/-. English stamps, any face value, are accepted to any amount.

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HANDSWORTH, BIRMINGHAM,

CUBA. 1899

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The Philatelic Chronicle In ad dition to Its v s r y largo circ le o f Subscribers, Is sent to a ll the m em bers o f the B irm ingham P h ila te lic So ciety an d M idland Counties Stam p E xobange, being the Official Jo u rn a l o f these Societies. Combined m em bership over too.

( T p H E membership of the B irminghham I S ociety bids fair to reach 300 by this

time next year and every philatelist, abroad or at home, who can be considered anybody, seems to become a member. This membership, so numerous and influential, causes our task as official journal to be a difficult cue, inasmuch as we are often at a ioss to make the contents of the paper of value to the body of advanced philatelists to whom it is sent. The less exacting, we flatter ourselves, are catered for fairly well, but we should be glad if some of our specialist friends would allow us the privilege of publishing the result of their study and research. They can be sure of one thing— their lucubrations would be placed before a circle of readers the most advanced of anypaper published in the language.

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The annual report of the Birmingham P hilatelic Society shows another year of success. The membership during 1898-1899 reached 250 and the finances showed a balance in hand of some sixty-seven pounds. The exchange packets of the Society circulated stamps to the value of ,£29,615, and over £4,000 worth were sold or exchanged. Mr. G. Johnson is to be heartily congratulated upon his successful work as pilot during the year and, doubtless, he will be able to show as good, or better, account of his stewardship in twelve months time. At the annual meeting a rule was passed prohibiting books of stamps in the packets when such books were smaller than the regulation sheets of the Society.

2 TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AND AD V E R TISE R .

CHRONICLE,R IT IS H SOUTH AFR IC A .—Two more values of

the new (small) issue have been seen, jd . yellow-green.2d. brown.

CANADA.— We have received the 2c. permanent type. There are, at the present moment, four kinds of 2c. current in Canada.

2c. map.2c. surcharged on 3c., figures.2c. ,, „ maple leaves.2c permanent type.

C H IL I.—A SOc. stamp has been issued in deep rose.

COLOM BIA.— A 20c. has been issued of the new type.

20o. hrown on lilac.G R E AT B R ITA IN .— The penny stamp is to issued

on New Year’s Day in red. The design w ill remain the same. The id., probably, will appear in green at the sametime'—both changes being in conformity with the Postal Union requirements.

GRENADA.— The Jd. of the current bi-coloured type is reported to have at last appeared.

$d. lilac and green.IN D IA .—The 3p, has been issued with surcharge

“ On H .M .S .”Off. 3p. black and carmine.

N E W ZE A LA N D .— The following are reported as having been printed in the Colony, and perforated 11.

5d. reddish-brown.6d. yellow-greon.8d. blue.

S PA IN .—The 5 and 10 centimos have conformed to the Postal Union colour.

Sc. green.10c. rose.

STRAITS S E T T L E M E N T S .-M r. W. Ditchfield has sent us the 5 dollars, ordinary adaptable type, printed in orange with the words STRAITS S E T T L E M ENTS and 35 in red.

35 orange and red.V IC TO R IA .—The following are the new colours.

The designs, watermark, &c., are as before.Jd. emerald.Id. rose.l id carmine on yellow.2£d. deep blue.5d. reddish-chocolate.

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BARBADOS.— The registered envelopes now has the fiap to faBten on the front, or address, Bide.

B R A Z IL .—The 100 reis envelope with letters of R E IS close together has been surcharged “ 200 ” over the figures “ 100.”

CANADA.—The A .J .P . notes two envelopes, probably printed to order, with stamps of the 1887 design.E. Id. dark blue on amber manilla, size 265 x 133mm.

3c. red „H O LLA N D .—The Dutch envelopes have now

stamps of the now type.j N E W SOUTH W ALE S .—The registered envelope

now has the flap on the address front.3d. rose, flap on front.

V IC TO R IA .—The new colours of the postal stationery are as below.

E. )d. emerald, on white laid, size 147 x 90rnm. Id. rose-red „ .,2d. mauvre „ „

W . emerald, on white wove, with borders.Id. rose ,, ,,

Z A N Z IB A R ,—The usual supply of entires has been issued with stamp having portrait of the new Sultan.

E. 2}a. ultramarine.R.E, *2a. brown-red.P.C. Ja. green on buff.

» »la . carmine on buff.

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N O T E S O N E N G L IS H S T A M P S .By W . S. W ebb .

TWO TYPES OF DATE NUMERALS.

I F anyone has already noticed and recorded the fact that there are two—and only [two—very distinct types of figures to be seen on dated

envelope stamps— such record has not come before me. 1 had long known that these differences existed, but only recently noticed In what order they arc found ; and I think they will prove of sufficient interest to repay investigation.

Considering the minute varieties in both lettering and figures which are taken notice of on adhesives— whether they occur in the original design or in an overprint— and the prominence given to Buch differences by most catalogues, it is only consistent in the collector of English envelopes to duly note these types, and have them systematically represented in his collection. The earlier style is, broadly speaking, that of the figures used in ordinary book type, i.e , with strokes of graduated thickness, serifs to the figures 1, 4 and 7, and the curves of the 2, 5, 6, and 9 ending in balls. The later style consists of numerals of the “ b lock” or “ sans-serif" order, having all

•Th e p h i l a t e l i c c h r o n i c l e a N d a d v e r t i s e r .

strokes of equal thickness and plain ends. A glance at a few specimens of varying dates will suffice to fix the above differences in the mind’s eye. The period of dated dies extended over a little more than 38 years, commencing in December, 1855, and ceasing early in 1894. As far as my observations at present go, the first type alone was employed during the first six years or so. as the earliest appearance of the second style I find to be 18G2: now comes the interesting fact that from ’62 right on to ’94 the first type does not appear again in the year numerals, whereas after 1861 the first two plugs (day and month) show both styles promiscuously for several years. Later on the first type gets scarcer and gradually disappears, so that by 1892 the dating is shown in uniform figures of the block type,

Another curious feature is, that there were two sizes of each figure in the first typo, the larger one being used when it stood alone in a circle, whilst the smaller did duty as double figures. In contrast to this, the figures of the later style are uniform in size whether single or double. The foregoing remarks are entirely irrespective of the various values, all of which havo the peculiarities of the date numerals in common ; except, of course, that Id. stamp was not dated later that 1865.

FORTHCOMING COLOUR CHANGES.The New Year will see the colours of 4d. and Id.

stamps altered to green and red respectively; this being in accordance with the recommendations of the Universal Postal Union. While they are about it the authorities might with advantage bring the 2|d. stamp to more nearly match the universal blue. I beg humbly to suggest that the present paper and design be retained, but that the impression be made in deep blue, which would, I think, produce a more artistic effect than is attained by the current dull purple.

I t is amusing to read the various comments on this subject in the daily papers : in fact, almost anything on stamps that is written by self evident nonphilatelists tends to excite the risibility of stamp collectors. One paper says that the change of colours w ill “ please philatelists,” but will make no difference to anyone else. Another has unaccountably imbibed the notion that a change is rendered uecessary because we are again to use separate stamps for postage and revenue purposes.

I t is a bit of mystery to me why tho average newspaper scribbler should waste his ink on what he evidently thinks will edify his readers as little as it interests himself.

T H E P O ST M A N ’S KNO CK.

Y OUR poor Postmin almost succumbed to the exertion of producing the Big Issue of The Advertiser, for everyone wab pressed into service

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and he, notwithstanding his constitutional infirmity which demands constant rest, had to put his shoulder to the whoel with the others. With such assistance

i what wonder that it is a howling success from every point of view, and those who missed tho chance of advertising therein havo only themselves to blame.

I For the benefit of his dear children your own P o stm an took the trouble to count the new subscribers to The Advertiser since November last year. The old book being full on November 24th, 1898, a supplementary subscribers’ book was opened. OnNovember 30th forty-two names graced its pages. On October 21st, 1899, less than eleven months later, the total was 547. New ones, mind ! Perhaps some of the imitators of the little 11 Advertiser ” will now turn out their figures Which of them can show new subscribers at 50 per month, summer included?

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The Metropolitan Philatelist of September 23rd devotee a rage to exposing the doings of Monsieur The President, Club Philatelique. Catania, whose devious ways were commented upon in last month’s “ Kuock.” The Postman has received another complaint, too, about the notorious Frank Coombs, St, John’s, Newfoundland. Ho thought everybody was cautioned about this trickster.

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Mr 0. J. B. Yearsley was the first to send me the 2 cents Canada, permanent type. His letter reached me on September 28th, and next day Mr. C. II. White, of Dublin, sent me one. Thanks both 1

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I Mr. S. Stewart has taken over, once more, the publication of The Stamp Collectors’ Almanac, last year published by Messrs. Campbell, Ingles and Cr, The book will bo a great advance upon the last and the price is 6d. post free from The Philatelic Co. or

! Mr. Stewart. Messrs. Smythe and Co. will publish their useful Philatelic Almanac as usual and that may he ordered from Philatelic Publishing Co. also, prico 4jd, post free.

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Many of you received Messrs. Edward Cooper and Co.’s price list with last month’s number of the Chronicle. Anyone who did not so receive it should write at once for a copy to Messrs. Ed. Cooper andCo., 14, Archway Road, Higfagate, London, N.

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I Mr. Dolph Ostara is now oomfortably settled in his j new location, 24, Corporation Street, Manchester, j The £400 spent in fitting up the shop has not been I wasted for Mr. Ostara now boasts that he has the j finest and prettiest stamp shop in Great Britain,

I * **i Mr. Brown’s paper The Philatelic Journal of Great

Britain has been disposed of to Messrs Kirkpatrick and Pemberton. The Philatelic Record, the doyen of British philatelic papers, has also been sold—to a

i t h e p h i l a t e l i c c h r o n i c l e a n d a d v e r t i s e r .

syndicate of collectors, The Stamp Collectors' Fort- nightly has gone over to the majority and The Stamp Collectors' Guardian, a new paper, has caught the mantle of the departed— if one is to judge by the reading matter of the first issue which is a most interesting and promising number. Tempora niutan-tur, et nos mutamur in illis.

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T h e P o s tm a n notices in the Philatelic Supplement of The Bazaar an article entitled 11 The Educational Value of Stamp Collecting ” by CharleB Horner, Associate of the College of Preceptors. One paragraph reads: “ Moreover, the arrangement of postage stamps in order of value necessitates a knowledge of the corresponding English value of foreign coins, and so one learns that an Indian mpee is worth Is. 10|d., an American dollar Is. l£d., a French franc 9^d., a Spanish peseta 10d., 10 centimes Id., and so on. In a country boasting of its commercial supremacy, such knowledge as this is evidently o f much value."

“ Of much value ” evidently refers to the educational value of foreign currency, which is a different matter entirely to the exchange value— for, by the latter, the Indian rupee realises some Is. 4d., and the Spanish peseta about 7jd., &c. The contribution is entirely devoid of literary merit but, had it been published prior to Rev. E, Bell’s lecture on May 10th (The Educational Value of Philately), it might have been considered innocent of plagiarism.

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The Supplement contains an article on the United States periodical stamps which would have been news thiB time la&t year. The issue bristles with quotations of and from the Stamp Collectors’ Fortnightly which has been dead for five or six months— one sentence, indeed, reads " I have ‘ ju s t ’ read in The Stamp Collectors’ Fortnight !y.” What is the reason ? Has the respected editor been emulating Rip van Winkle — or, more possibly, are the remnants of laBt season's matter being used up to avoid waste. As now presented the Supplement has not the slightest excuse for existence.

P O S T A L IS S U E S O F T H E C O N F E D E R A T E S T A T E S O F A M E R IC A .

By Wu. D. Reed.

( Continued from last "Humber).

T h e E n g e a v e d St a m p s .

H E awakened interest in the issues of the Confederate States of America ie very pleasing to thoso who have paid particular attention and

devoted considerable study to these stampB. Too

little general attention has been given to the subject. Too many are apt to turn over the half filled sheet of the Confederate government issues with a desultory glance Too many philatelic writers and critics are accustomed to term philatelic investigation on this subject, old and uninteresting. In 1888, it. a paper upon the “ Government Postal Issues of the Confederacy,” Major E. B. Evans stated that these stamps had “ received from philatelists as little attention perhaps as those of any State in the world." This statement was quite correct and is very largely true to-day. But I am gratified to find that ten years have changed the aspect of philatelic study; that the press of the South has entered upon a career of practical efficiency and in that revival lias taken up the thorough investigation of the Postal Is-ue6 of the Confederate States of America.

In the present series of papers we now come to a discussion of the engraved stamp. This stamp is doubly interesting because of the course of events contemporary with its issue. The last paper that had been sent by England to the Confederate Government was captured by a Yankee blockader. This was chiefly bank-noto paper. I t was later utilised by the United States Government in printing specimens of its postal currency. Accordingly alt the paper utilised for the engraved stamps was secured from New York or manufactured in a Government mill near Columbia, S.C.

The firm of Archer and Daly was formed for the manufacture of the new engraved Btamp of the Confederate Government. The bust of Davis on the ten cent blue is a finely executed engraving from a photograph taken for the purpose. The die was made by Mr. Archer. The new stamp appeared in January 1863. A second die was executed by another engraver of the firm, an improvement on the first, and we have the more oornmon 10c. blue. Both plates were used conjointly, but the die of the T E N was early injured in the process of transfer and finally abandoned.

We have 10c. B LU E . D IE A ; 10c. B LU E , D IE H, and the 10c. B LU E with outer line. The 10c. blue, with the line around antedates Die B. Specimens of thiB stamp date as early as April, 1863. I divide the die differences of these stamps as follows:

Die A, showing flaw, a division of the beard and a lessened filliDg of the hollows in the outer edges about the scroll work.

Die B, no flaw, no division of the beard and a greater attention given to the outer edges of the scroll work. W e find tne paper of these stamps to be of two varieties of texture. Pure blue, bluish green and greenish blue are the prevalent shades of these stamps, existing on both the thick and the thin paper. I have also seen rare shades in dull blue and chalky blue on thick paper. The bluish green on the thick paper is a very rare shade. Do not expect to readily find all of these shades since some of them are as rare as the TEN.

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The 2c. rose was issued in (be middle of the year 1863. The Bmall demand was supplied by few printings and there is but a slight range of colour. I give the date 1864 to the 20c. green. This stamp presents many interesting shade varieties.

The contract of Archer and Daly expired in 1864. This contract was not renewed and the printing of the stamps that- were used during later days of the Confederacy was done by Keating and Ball, of Columbia, S.C.

The question of perforation furnishes an eligible item of philatelic interest and discussion. There were never any official perforation issues of the Confederate States. Sheets of each value were perforated by the Confederate Post Office Department as an experiment. The machine used was worked by hand. I t was slow and unwieldly. The South was at war. Time was vital. Therefore the unperforated stamp remained in use and the few perforated specimens were exhibited as curiosities in the departmental headquarters. When the offices at Richmond were vacated and the Government fled southward, the majority of these perforated specimens were lost. Specimens of the 10c. blue bad, however, previously been sent as curiosities to the heads of the various departments of the Confederate Government and from these perforated sheets were eventually used for postage. Among other similar philatelic curiosities are to be classed the privately rouletted and perforated stamps.

Another distinguished feature of the early and later issueB of this stamp has aided me in forming an opinion upon the existence of the two dies.

Thus, in Die A the curving line above the words “ Confederate States ” is broken immediately above the first “ T ” in “ States.” In Die B this line is almost always unbroken. The defect in the completed engraving of the early issue of this stamp was realised by the Post Office Department but the demand necessitated an immediate supply and the stamp fulfilled its purpose until a better could be made.

I am Indebted to a co-worker in the broad philatelic field of the Postal Issues of the Confederate States for the following table of comparative rarity of used copies of the Confederate issues, with which I will conclude:

1. 10c. blue, engraved, perf.2. 10c. blue, engraved, outer line.3. 2o. green, lithographed.4. T E N o. blue, engraved.6. 10c. red, lithographed.6. 2c. rose, engraved.7. 20c. green, engraved.8. 10c. blue, lithographed, Die A.9. 10c. blue, lithographed, Die B.

10. 6c. blue, lithographed.11. 6e. green, lithographed,12. 6c. blue, typographed. looal print.

13. 6c. blue, typographed, London print.14. 10c. blue, engraved.

C R E T E .

UR1NG the occupation of Crete, certain stamps are said to have been issued by the authorities. Nobody seems to have them now, but possibly

the dealers will have a supply ere long. The issue is of a decidedly apocryphal character. There are four typeB as follows. Type 1. Russian Eagle in centre, inscriptions in French. Type 2. Russian Eagle in centre, inscriptions in Greek. Type 3. Trident inscribed oval in centre, with a star on each side of the oval. Type 4. Similar to 3 but without the star. Types 1 and 2 are imperforated, and are surcharged with a large handstamp covering a portion of four stamps. Types 3 and 4 are perforated, and the handstamp is small, and each stamp has its own impression. The coinage is in ' metalik ’ or 1 metailik ’ of which four equal 1 ‘ grosion ’ or piastre equal to about 2£d.

Type 1. lm . blue, handstamp lilac, imperf.„ 2. lm . green, „ blue, „

2m. grey-black, handstamp, blue imperf.„ 3. lm . rose, handstamp lilac, perf. 11$.

2m. blue, „ „ „lg , green. „ „ ,.

„ 4. lm rose, „ blue, „lg- », it it itlg . blue, „ „ ,i

P H IL A T E L IC F R A U D S .

Collated by N on-Lex .

[A l l information and supposed forgeries may be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Return postage must be sen!.]

B E A T B R ITA IN . —Collectors are warned against British stamps with forged perforation. All stamps printed on spray paper and lettered D

or H in the lower right-hand corner should have a plain margin w ithin the perforation on the right-hand side and those lettered E or I should have a similar margin on the left-hand side. All Btamps printed on garter paper and lettered F or G in the same corners should have a margin on the right or left-hand respectively (except in the oa6e of a few 4d , pi. 17, and 8d. orange, printed in 1880). A b is well known, specimens are often found with this margin out off, and it is the practice of certain firms on the Continent to perforate the cut edge. I t seems also that this is now being done in England as a collector recently sent us a 2/- brown so perforated and stated that he had had it done himself t The lettering at onoe proved that the margin had been cut off and the edge re-perforated.

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G R E AT B A R R IE R ISLA N D .— A number of forgeries of the first issue are being offered in America. T b « Australian Philatelist mentions another pigeon post with the two stamps triangular in shape, the lower 6d. blue for messages from the Island, and a 1/- red for messages to the Island, but they should be received with caution.

H A Y T I — We are informed that the Hay tian stamps of 1886 perforated 14 and 16, generally considered to be the rarities of this island, arc frauds. This discovery is supported upon undoubted authority. Since August, 1889, when the first stamp perforated 16 was chronicled philatelists have had faith in this stamp, they have looked for it and paid high prices for it, unused it was one of the greatest rarities and now it has been discovered that they were made lithographically by some one at Cap Haitien and used by him to defraud the post office. Tito forgery is not Ruch a good one after all and it is a great wonder they have not been discovered long ago by philatelists.

IT A L Y .—The “ Unpaid” 1870 has been manipulated by carefully removing the central numeial by chemical means and re-printing in an inverted position. I have seen the 2c., 40c., SOc., and 90c. (s ic .) thus treated. What the 90 means I do not know, but suspect that the forger got confused as to the relative positions of the numerals when inverted (meaning to re-construct a 60) or, what is more probable, only manipulated the 6 instead of both figures. Upon examining the stamps carefully with a good glass, the impression of figures in the A rm a l position can be distinguished in the paper— besides, in those I have seen, each stamp bore a slightly greasy appearance in the neighbourhood of the numerals. The numerals themselves are perfeet and look as though they had been transferred from a genuine by some means.

V E N E Z U E L A —Enormous quantities of forged Venezuela of 1896 are on the European market. They were offered to Europeans dealers in whole sets.

SOCIETY REPORTS.BIRMINGHAM pI u LATELIC SOCIETY.

Honorary President:— W. B. Avert, Esq.President:— W. T. W ilson, Esq.

Vice-Presidents:—R. Hollick, Esq.; W. P imm,E sq. Committee Mr. P. T Deakin ; Mr T. W. Peck;

Mr. O. A. Stephenson; Mr. W. S. Vaughton. Hon. Secretary and Treasurer:—M r . G. Johnson,

B.A., 208, Birchfield Road, Birmingham.Oct. 5th, Annual General Business Meeting.The Offioera for 1899—1900 were elected an above.

The accounts, showing a balance in hand of £64 199.

ad. were audited and found correct. The member- ip for the past session was 250, the highest yet reaohed.

The election of the following was confirmed Mrs.N. Roach, Messrs C. G. Roberts, W . P. Williams, W. Houtzamer. Rudolf Friedl, A. Sempad.

The following were unanimously eleoted members:— Lieu. Col. E. Beresford-Coke, Rev, A. E. Woodward, Mrs. H. H . Ashworth, Messrs L . L . R. Hausburg. B. A,P. J Lloyd, W . Dit-chfield, R. T. Morgan, A. Beddig, W. J. Grant. O. Allen.

The exchange packets for value circulated and amounts sold have again easily maintained their position as the best in the world.

The Programme for the season is as follows:—Oct. 5tb, 1899, Annual Sleeting. Nov. 2nd, Display. South Australia. Dec. 7th, Paper, Mexico, with exhibition of collection, Mr. W. T. Wilson. Jan. 4th, 1900, Display, with notes, British North America, Mr W. Pimm. Feb. 1st, Paper, Egypt, Mr. G. Johnson. March 1st, Display, West Indies, April 5th, Paper, Mr. R Hollick. May 3rd, Display, African Colonies.

MIDLAND COUNTIES STAMP EXCHANGE(Established 1886}.

Hon. Secretary :—W . G. Walton, Fentbam Koadi Birmingham,

The October packets arc of excellent quality considering tho time of year. There are vacancies for one or two new members. Subscriptions do not commence until January, 1900. so ladies or gentlemen desirous of joining would have a good opportunity of gauging the advantages of the Exchange before permanently deciding. Good references indispensable. Monthly settlements. Rules, &c, from secretary, as above.

Suburban Exchange Club.—Since the last Club reports were issued the February, March and April accounts have been settled and sheets duly returned. May packets have come back from circulation and are being dealt with as quickly as possible. Applications for membership, which should be accompanied by two references, to be made to the secretary, H. A. Slade, Ingleside, St. Albans.

The S. W . L ancashire Exchange Society.— This Sooiety maintains its proud position as “ Cock o' the North.” Octobor sheets numbered 71 and totalled £694 7s. l£d., an average of nearly £9 15s. per sheet. W ith one or two small exceptions all accounts aro settled and sheets returned to end of August. Judging from the greatly increased contributions, sales and membership the Secretary is looking forward to a most successful season. The Secretary also wishes to take this opportunity of notifying all members and intending members that books of duplicates, whether large, small or medium in size will on no account be circulated with packets. Rules and partioulars will be furnished at request by the secretary, W . Ditch- field, S.E.P.S., 194, Doming Street, Wigan.

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H b b t s P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y .— Copy of a resolution passed at the committee meeting of tho Herts Philatelic Society on Tuesday, October 3rd :— ‘ That this meoting be directed to express the regret of the Society at the clerical error in tho annual report whereby a record of thanks to the Philatelic Chronicle for its courtesy during the past season was omitted, and to transmit to the Editor an acknowledgment of the kind insertion of tho Society’s reports in his paper.” At the annual meeting the repofts from the librarian, secretary and treasurer were received and passed. The outgoing officers were re-elected exceptC. R. Sutherland vice Rev. Walter Jenks on the committee. Mr. M. P. Castle accepted office as vice- president. Messrs. W . B. Avery, 0 . Firth, R. Frentzel,T. W, Hall, R . Meyer, and E. J. Nankivell become lion, members on the invitation of the Committee. A special meeting was held on Tuesday, Ootober 10th. The meeting has been specially convened to give members an opportunity of welcoming Mr. Avery to the Society and of examining a portion of his wonderful collection. Tho countries selected by Mr. Avery for display were British North America and the United States, and for two hours members were occupied in admiring rarities such as 12d. Canada,U . S, 1869 inverted centres, Newfoundland shillings of 18S7 and 1860, &o., &c. At the dose of tho display, the Chairman (Mr. G. Haynes) congratulated the members on the splendid entertainment they had enjoyed, and in passing a very hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Avery for his courtesy, hoped he would honour the Society in a similar manner on some future occasion. An acknowledgment from Mr. Avery, who wished success to the H .P .S ., and a vote of thanks to the Chairman brought the meeting to a close.

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B r is t o l “ & Cl if t o n P h il a t e l ic So c ie t y :—On the first fortnightly meeting o f the society Mr, Dalton (hon. secretary) gave a description and display of the stamps of South Australia. In order to exactly illustrate each o f the six varieties of type in the “ t e n p e n c e suroharge,” and also as a means whereby to detect a forgery Mr. Dalton has contrived a very sure and simple test in the form of a transparent film on which is printed a facsimile of each type, vshioh can be so placed as a guage on the surcharge that the type thereof can be determined precisely. A printed card showing all these various types was kindly presented to each member present by the inventive hon. secretary, On the proposal of the* president, seconded by Mr. Cartwright, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Dalton for his very interesting paper and die- pl»y.

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Barbados, 1, 4, i. l b 4, 6, 8,10 Grenada, 1,1, 24. 3,6,8,1 /- ...Gambia, 4 , 1, 2, si, j, 4. 6 , U - .............St Luola,*, I, 24, 3, 4. 6.1/- ..............Trinidad, i, 1, n , 4,5,6,1 /- Turk! Inland, 4, 1, si, 4, 3, 6,1/- ...Leeward Islands, 4, i, 2), 4, 6, 7, i t - Jamalea- ire, 2,24, 3,4, 0,1 /• ....Virgin Islands, 4, i, *4, 4, 6, 7,1 /- ...British Guiana, ie; 2c, 4c, 30,62, 8c, 17c, 24c

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United States W ar Tax, set of 10, used, 1/-. Ditto, 1, 3, and 5 dollars, set of 3, 2/6. Japan Express Company, set of 9 (10 sen to 1000 sen), used, i f - , . Nicaragua Telegraphs, 1892, set of 10 nnused (1 centavo to 10 pesos), 2/6.

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UNUSED COLONIALS- I X S B T S . - -

Bahamas, Id., 2Jd., 4d., 6d. and 1/- Bermuda, Jd , la., 2d., 2Jd., 3d., 4d., 6d. and 1/- Bachuanaland, 1892, on Cape, reading up Id. and 2d.

„ 1891, on English, Jd., Id. 2d., Id., 6d. and 1/- ...British Central Africa on B.S.A., Id., 2d., 4d., 6d., 8d. and 1/- British South Africa, May, 1896, Jd., Id., 2d., 3d., 4d., 6d., 8d. and 1 /-

,, „ Provisionals on Cape, Jd.. Id ., 2d., 3d., id . and 6d,, . „ i Current Issue, Jd., id ., 2d., 3d., 4d., 6d,, 8d. and

Cyprus, 1882, 30 paras, J, 1, 2 and 4 piastres Falkland Islands, no watermark, Gd. and 1 /-

„ ,, Crown CA, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 43,, 6tL, 9d. and 1 /-Fiji, id., Id.. 2d., 2Jd., 4d , 5d.. 6d. and 1/- ...Gambia, 1887, embossed, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 3d., 4d,, Cd. and 1/- ...Gibraltar, Jd., Id , 2d., 2Jd., 4d., 6d and 1/- Gold Coast, 1884-9, Jd., Id., 2d,, 2jd., 3d., 4d., 6d. and 1 j- Labuan, 1692, no watermark, engraved, 2. 6, 8, 10, 12, 16 and 40 cents

„ 1893, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 12, 18 and 24 oents,, 1896, 4, 10, 20, 30 and 40 cents on 1 dollar ..

Lagos, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 3d, 4d. 5d„ 6d.. 7Jd., lOd. and 1 /- Morocco Agencies, first issue, 5, 10, 20, 25, 40 and 50o., 1 and 2p.Malta, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 4d., 4Jd., 5d. and 1/- New Brunswick, 2, 5, 10, 12J and 17 cents Newfoundland, 1865-70, 6, 12, 13 and 24 cents

„ 1897, Cabot issue, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 16. 24, 30, 35 and 60 cent„ J, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 10, 12 and 24 cents ...

Nova Scotia. 1, 2, 8J and 10 centsPrince Bdward Island, 2d., 3d. and 4d., 1, 4, 6 and 12 cents Seychelles, first issue, 2, 4, 8, 10, 13,16 and 48 cents St. Helena, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 5d. and lOd.St. Lucia, Jd., Id., 2Jd., 3d., 4d., 6d. and 1 /- St. Vinoent, obsolete types, Jd., Id., 2Jd., 4d,, 5d., 6d. and 1/- Tobago, obsolete, Jd., Id., 2jd., 4d., 5d., 6d. and 1/-

estern Australia, Jd., Id., 2d., 2Jd., 4d„ 5d., 6d. and 1 /- Turks Island, Jd., Id., 2Jd., 4d., 5d., 6d. and 1/- Zansibar on IndiaD, 1, 4, 6, 8 and 12 annas, 1, 2, 3 and 5 rupees

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UNUSED COLONIAL STAMPS.TO C LE A R : St- Vincent, 5d. on 6d., 2Jd. on Id.,4d., 6d., &c. ; OiUHMlct, 4, 1, 2, 3, 5 cent obsolete, 2c., 5c., Jubilee, & c.; Tasm ania ! 24 on 9d. dark and light blue, 6d. octagonal, &c.; Mauritius Britannia and surcharged &c ; Natal Jd. on 6d., 4d. on Id., &c.; S- Australia, 2Jd. on 4d. Sec. ; Grenada & Trinidad, old type ; Oil Rivers; Turks Island, 6d. and 5d .; Queensland, secret watermark, burele, &c.; Zululand, Leeward Isles 7d.; Seychelles 15c. on 16c. and various others, N S W- 3d’ wink. 10, &c., &c. Altogether 120 uwused and scarce colonial stamps for 25/- while they last. W- GEORGE, Roland Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

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W e very much regret that “ Notes on English ” must be omitted from this issue on account of sickness and bereavement in the family of the author. We are sure Mr.W ebb has the earnest sympathy of all our readers.

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For the Christmas issue of the “ Chvoniclt among other attractive matter, we have secured an interesting illustrated article upon Transvaal stamps from the pen of a well- known writer. This issue is not to be confounded with the Big Issue of the “ Advertiser" published December 4th. The Christmas “ Chronicle" and “ Advertiser" will appear December 20th, W e earnestly request our friends to send in early applications for the December B ig Issue as we anticipate a great demand for space and, as it may be necessary to add special pages, we wish to know early in order to save delay.

CHRONICLE.

/D E R M A N Y .—-The following (ire tlie particulars of the new issue now in preparation. The values are to be 3. 5, 10, 20, 20, SO, 40, 50. and 80

pfennig and 1, 2, 3 and 5 mark. We append a more detailed description of the lower values.3, 5, 10, 20 p f., colours as at present, white paper;

design, bust of Germania.25pf,, printed in black on yellow, with orange frame. 30pf., black on chamois, frame orange.40pf., black on white, frame carmine.50pf., black on chamois, frame violet.80pf., black on rose, frame carmine.Design of values 25 to 80pf.; Germania in centre,

“ Reichspost ” at top and value below.The higher values are to be of pictorial designs

similar to the U.S. Columbus issue.

N E W SOUTH W ALES. — Private information states that the postal authorities of New South Wales w ill at an early date introduce three new denominations of postage stamps into the current series, viz. : l id . , 2/-, and 2/6. The first two have become necessary for the franking of postal packages! the latter is a value never before used in the postage stamps of this colony, hut will furnish a happy medium between the Is. and 5s. now in use.

N E W Z E A L A N D .— The 2$d. New Zealand print has appeared on unwatermarked paper, some very roughly perforated and some perf, 11. The rough w ill be very scarce, only a few sheets having been issued. The following no watermark 1898 issue printN .Z . have appeared: 2^d., 6d., 6d., 8d,, 9d.,2/-, 5/-. The Id . and 4d. were changed &b regards plate, original

Id. plate is the 4d. and original 4d. is Id., Id. rose 4d. blue and brown, but this caused confusion and has been withdrawn for the presont. The Id. 1898 will bo changed to a green, and this w ill probably necessitate the change in colour of 6d. We are indebted to Mr. Hayne of Wellington, N .Z . , for this information.

I t is considered possible that New Zealand may adopt the measure of Imperial Penny Postage ere long. The local tariff between cities has been reduced from 2d. to Id.

PE R S IA .— There are 16 values, in the new issue, all of the same design as the 1898 issue, and perf. 12£.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 12, 16 shahi, similar colours to 1898 issue, but printed on bluish tinted paper.

Ik, carmine.2k. dark green.3k, lilac,4k. orange-red.5k. brown.

10k. dark blue.50k. light brown.

The latter are on white paper. The raison d'etre of these changes appear to be obscure. Altogether Persia has produced 81 new stamps in the last 9 years, which number seems more than ample for Persia’s legitimate postal needs.

Q U E E N SLA N D .—The 1/- violet with figures of value in lower coruers is now in use.

SAN M A R IN O .—The little republic of San Marino has issued some values to confoi m with the decisions of the Universal Postal Congress at Washington, but it is understood that this occasion w ill be improved by the changes of colour of several values not absolutely required. So far the 5 centesimi stamp has been changed to bluish-green from olive, a change which was not absolutely indispensable; the 10c. is now brown-red instead of green and the 25c. is dark-blue. This last denomination has not been in use since the series of 1892 was issued.

SELANGOR.— The $10 postage stamp of Selangor which has figures in all the catalogues ever Bince 1895, but which no one had seen heretofore has only just been issued. Its colour is green and violet.

U R U G U A Y ,—The early issue of a new series of postage stamps for the Republic of Uruguay is announced. The series will comprise: 1 centesimo, green, of the type issued in May, 1890 ; 2 centesimos, scarlet, of the type of 1889 and 10c. violet, of the type issued in September, 1897. The stamps are being issued because these denominations of the current series have run short and will be used for a short time only. After that they w ill be withdrawn from circulation. Here are provisionals without surcharge, only a change of colour distinguishing them from former issues.

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T H E PO STM AN’S KNOCK.

H E big issue of The Advertiser is on December 2nd, and don’ t forget it. This date is tentative only, for it looks at present as though the week

beginning December 4th would seo its birth, as there is such a rush for space, and consequent increase of labour involved in its preparation. Anyhow, it will be published by Wednesday, 6th December, but any applications for space must be made by November 27th to make sure. I t is not too near and not too far off Christmas and should provide an admirable opportunity for dealers'looking out for the Christmas trade.

* **From earth’s furthest bounds come testimonials to

the Advertiser's value: I got into trouble for filling up with a lot of such notes some many months ago. but I must risk running in a couple received last week, No. 1 from India, dated September 19th: “ Regarding interting advertisements in your Advertiser, I beg to say that from the very fitst beginning I have found out its merit. I have received so many letters answering to this last advertisement of mine that I have nearly run out of Btock.” No. 2 from la belle France: “ Un ami me disait demierement: Le meilleur et le plus interessant est toujours le petit ‘ Advertiser.’ C ’est bien la Verite."

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There w ill be an International Philatelic Exhibition at Paris from August 25th to September 10th,1900. Persons desiring to exhibit must notify the Secretary (Monsieur A. Coyette, 138 Rue de Rivoli, Paris) before the 31st May, 1900, aud sign the specified form.

* *Stanley Gibbons’ Monthly publishes an important

paper, by Mr Basset Hull, giving a list and a description sf a large number of Dies, Plates, Electrotypes, etc., from which various issues of the stamps of New South Wales have been printed, and which have now been destroyed as being no longer required for use. Some of these articles possessed a certain amount af historical interest, and it might have been more satisfactory to philatelists if they had merely been carefully defaced and had then been consigned to some museum for safe custody; but it is certainly a great relief to know that no more reprinting of obsolete New South Wales stamps can now take place unless the old copper plates which so mysteriously disappeared arc still in existence.

* mThe first and only British philatelic weekly paper

6eems to be going very strongly. A catalogue of British Colonial stamps is being published in which all minor varieties are c ompletely ignored. This is meant as a guide to collectors who, while devoting their attention to one special country, yet wish to have

a general collection at ^he same time. The idea, although not new, is carried out in cold type for the first time. Mr. Ewen congratulates himself, with reason, upon the success of his paper so far.

* •*Scott’s catalogue for 1900 is now on sale. I t can

be procured from The Ph latelic Publishing Co., at 2/4 post free,

• **Sure Major Ewans has a pretty wit I In the

October Monthly he remarks that he trusts “ that our old friend The Philatelic Record may have a new lease of life and a long one, In the meantime we may note that it has beaten all previous “ records ” by producing four monthly numbers within two days I Twins we know, triplets we have heard of, but this is almost of the nature of a “ litter” -rary achievement 1 ”

* **Messrs. R. T, Morgan & Co. are giving prizes in a

competition wherein purchasers of their packets have to reconstruct a jumbled picture, entitled the birthplace of L L L S R R D IIN W O H A —Locality D D E E R R IIK M TN S . Your Postman cannot claim any previous acquaintance with the gentleman or the locality, but there is a whiff of Welsh WaleB about them to his fancy.

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Mr. Gray, the Glasgow stamp auctioneer, has initiated a novel and satisfactory method of satisfying those who send him bids for lots put up to auction. He sends back, with any lots purchased, the prices fetched by all lots for which his client sent bids, so that one may know how near or far away was the offer: In another column will be found the list of ten philatelists in connection with Mr. Gray’s scheme for giving away ten Eclipse Interchangeable Albums. As these albums are worth £1 17s. 6d. each those lucky enough to secure one are to be congratulated.

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From The Globe : — “ Miss Sarah M. Burks carries the United States mail twice a week over a wild and desolate region in Arizona, where the stealthy Indian of our childhood still counts his scalps and utters weird war-whoops. The Cincinnati Enquirer calls the intrepid Miss Burks an * advanced new woman,’ which justifies the old protest againBt the feminino movement, even if it accounts for her courage. She is a mail woman.”

PO STAL ISSU ES OF T H E CONFEDE R A T E ST A T ES OF AM ERICA.

H E articles that have appeared in the Philatelic Chronicle during the last two months have drawn considerable attention to these stamps.

The talented editor of Stanley Gibbons Monthly

19 THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER,

Journal criticises the first article in the October number, and we have very great pleasure in reproducing his authoritative opinions :—

The interest that has arisen on the other side of the Atlantic in the stamps of the Southern Confederacy shows no signs of dying out. The bitter feelings occasioned by the struggle have passed away, and the j present generation of American philatelists can look dispassionately upon these stamps as possessing a ! vast amount of historical and local interest. The i Annual Convention of the Southern Philatelic Association was held at Richmond, where so many of the Confederate stamps were produced, in the latter part of September, and a fine exhibition of those stamps formed a very appropriate part of the entertainment provided for those attending the Convention. Many of the great rarities amongst the local stamps were, we believe, on view, as well as a complete show of the Government Issues, in which we personally take a greater interest. W e are still hoping that research upon the spot may produce information as to the actual d' tes of manufacture and the true order of issue of some of the varieties of these stamps, matters which still remain in doubt; in the meantime we should like much to know what authority a writer in The Philatelic Chronicle and Advertiser has for the definite dates which he gives in a paper on the “ Postal Issues of the Confederate States of America ” As far as we are aware, all except one of these dates are purely conjectural, and some are shown by the documents we quoted in June last to be quite erroneous. The same may be said as to the statements about the “ surcharged ” stamps, the writer in question terms them. This expression he applies to the fanoy labels in blue and in carmine, made by means of a lithographic transfer of the design of the 5o. stamps of the De la Rue type, with the value altered to “ t e n c e n t s .” There can be little or no doubt that no such stamps as these were ever issued; even if there was any intention to produce 10c, stamps in this manner (and we know of no evidence that there ever was any such intention), it certainly was never carried out, and the only impressions of these things that are known are of later— in most cases of much later— date. In connection with these curiosities the article goes on to sa y : “ The financial status of the Confederacy was at a very low ebb at this time, and the backs of these stamps were often used for advertising purposes. Some of these little advertising mediums are of great interest, rarity, and value,” We wonder whether the writer ever saw a Confederate States stamp with an advertisement on the back of it. W e possess sheets of the lithographed labels alluded to above with a handbill printed on the back, but these sheets do not profess to be anything better than reprints o: comparatively recent origin : we obtained our copies in 1889 from the person whose advertisement is on them. But this is the first time that we ever heard

it suggested that the Confederate Stales Government let the backs of its stamps for advertising purposes.

LABUAN.

T H E Imperial Id, rate equal to 4 cents, has been the cause of the issue of a large number of surcharges, both here and in North Borneo. The

surcharge consists of ‘ 4 ’— 1 CENTS ’ in two lines. The following letter is from a correspondent of the London Philatelist.

“ Referring to your note in the July L .P ., in reference to North Borneo, in which you mentioned the proposed issue on the occasion of North Borneo and Labuan— old offenders— entering the imperial Penny Postage ranks, of a provisional 4c. stamp, I was under the impression that this rumour had been contradicted. I find, however, irom a letter received this morning (October 13th, 1899) from a friend in Labuan, that not only has one provisional 4c. stamp been issued, but that in the case of Labuan no less than nine different values have been surcharged 4c. My friend, in sending me these fifteen stamps—be was only able to get two set3— writes as follows:— ‘ You w ill notice that there is a big gap in the values of the North Borneo stamps, viz , Sc. to 25c. It appears that three intermediate values were surcharged, but some enterprising individual, presumably in the Singapore Post Office, opened the packet (a brown paper one) and abstracted the whole of the three missing values l So far there is no trace of them. Before the date of issue of these surcharges, the postmaster received, under cover, a large parcel of envelopes from someone in London, stamped with the new surcharges to be posted back to London from Sandakan As, however, the stamps were not at that time issued in Sandakan, he very properly confiscated the lot. This shows, however, that the British North Borneo Company were selling the stamps in London before they were issued here, or else they were forgeries. Those that were sent out were all sold in Sandakan In about two hours, and although I arranged with the Doctor here to share some sets with him, and his application was received in good time, for some reason or other it was overlooked, and he never got the stamps. W ith some difficulty I have succeded in getting a set for you, and one for myself Dealers in Hong Kong are offering 40c. each for the low values, and $1 each for the 4c. on $10. Two sheets of the Labuan surcharge had a double surcharge 4c., I know who bought them and wiil endeavour to obtain one for you.’

“ I thought the above extracts would probably interest you and perhaps the readers of the L .P , generally. The following is a full list of the surcharged stamps sent me, and which I shall be happy to forward you for inspectien if you would like to see them :

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North Borneo, 4c. on 5, 25, 50, 2, 6, $10. Labuan, 4c. on 5, 6, 8,12, 18, 24, 25, 50c., $1."

4c. in black on 5o, black and green.4c. n 6c. „ carmine,4c. t) 8c. „ rose.4c. i) 12c. ,, red.4c. 18c. clive-brown.4c. »> 24c. blue and lilac.4c. ti 25c. black and green.42. !• 50c. „ marone.4c. it 1*. blue.4c. on 18c., double surcharge.

—Philatelic J. o f Great Brita in.

POST O FFIC ES IN SPAIN .

Cu r io u s M e t h o d s or H a n d l in g t h e M a il s . P o o r P l a c e to s e n d L e t t e r s .

FO R E IG N E R in Spain secs many irregularities, especially in the post offices. In Potes, a village of twelve hundred inhabitants, in

northern Spain, the postmaster was an old man who was usually found asleep, and resented being stirred up to deliver a letter. In the larger post offices the height of confusion is reached, because letters are put into pigeon holes, alphabetically arranged, according to the fancy of the postmaster.

“ Mr. John Smith,” says Dr, Gadow, in his ‘ Northern Spain,” 11 will, on enquiry, probably be told there is nothing for him, because the letter is safely lodged under J, the postmaster having mistaken Smith for an additional surname ; but John Smith, Esq., will as likely be regulated to E, and, unless the postmaster is amicably inclined, your letter has a good chance of remaining there until the quarterly or annual clearance, when it may be returned through the dead letter office. I say ‘ may,’ because such letters are considered troublesome, and have a knack of disappearing.”

Doctor Gadow, having obtained an introduction to the postmaster of Potes and exchanged compliments with him, was invited to look through his shelves and take his choice. He came across a letter addressed to a gentleman in Cabezon, a town at some distance from Pote9. On asking why it had not been sent on, be received this startling answer: “ That man is a foreigner— is ha not ? Well, numbers of strangers come to Potes, and he is as likely to turn up here as at Cabezon I ”

At San Sebastian, Doctor Gadow called at the post cffice twioe for a registered letter containing a remittance from his lawyer, and was assured that nothing had arrived. On procuring a note from the English CcmsuL the letter was forthcoming, with the excuse that the post had just corns in. He pointed out that the local postmark was five days old; then the postmaster answered that as Gadow ended with “ w ”

a letter represented in Spanish by double “ o " or double “ v ” the name was a difficult one to pigeon hole.

W. J. P o r t e r .

P H IL A T E L IC FRAUDS.

C o l l a t e d b y N o n -L e x .

[A l l information and supposed forgeries may be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Return postage must be sent.}

E CUADOR.— The 1865 set of Ecuador was officially counterfeited in 1890. They are not reprints, as somccail them, for they are smaller than the

original, hence cannot be reprints.GREAT B R IT A IN ,— Specialists in British stamps

are warned against early Id. and 2d. stamps with brilliant green Maltese Cro3B postmarks, which there is every reason to believe are many years younger than the stamps on which they are found. The source appears to be Edinburgh. The stamps will be found to he more or less carefully cleaned used specimens, one specimen of Id. black shown to us having a distinct red Maltese Cross under that in green. I t may be remembered that Edinburgh was also the source of the $d, red, plate No. 12 on one side and 13 on the other, a fraud exposed in 1893.

LO M B AR D Y,— Issue 1850 and 1861, Dr. Diena describes dangerous forgeries of the 15c. red, 1850, type I I . ; the 45c., type I., and 10 soldi, Eagle type.

EO U M ANIA .— 1869 issue. 10 bani blue. Lately we found a very good forgery of this stamp, which would have easily passed the post office without detection if it had been made when the stamps were in circulation.

The face, well-drawn, has a different expression, especially the beard and the moustache denote the forgery. The lettering is very well done, but the ornaments at both sides of DECE are faulty.

The colour and the paper are exact and we cannot warn our readers enough to be careful when purchasing this stamp.

SC H LE SW IG -H O LSTE IN .— 1850 issue. 2 schilling rose. The Mitteldeutscke P h il Zeitung brings a very dangerous forgery of the above rare stamp. The points of difference are so small that the greatest precaution must be taken.

The best indication of the forgery is the regular S in the top left corner, this S in the original is quite misshapen, the upper half being too small. The O in POST is soarcely open enough. The number of the feathers iu both wings is smaller than in the originals and, especially those on the right hand side, they are too irregular.

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The paper is too thin and the silk thread is only pressed into the paper. The colour however, is nearly identical.

TUSCANY.— The stamps of Tuscany upon wove paper : are they proofs or reprints ? Dr. Emilio Diena is of opinion that the so-called reprints on white wove paper are really printer’s proafs, and that no reprints were ever made. I t is true that the 2 soldi, 60 crazie and 3 lire piinted in 1866 were partial reprints from the original die, but the separate dies used for adding the different values could not he found and had to be re-engraved.

U N IT E D STATES.— One of the best counterfeits that has ever been offered is that of the high value '* State.” I speak of this in the singular as all four values were on one plate.

They came in blocks of four, were very good as to colour and as near like the originals as a lithograph can be to an engraved stamp. Between the upper two lines of the inscription (“ Department of ” and “ State ” ) appears in small black letters, the word 1

Facsimile.” They are of German origin, I believe, j and were freely offered and sold some few years ago.

SOCIETY REPORTS.BIRMINGHAM PHILATELIC SOCIETY.

Honorary President:— W. B. A veby , E sq.President:— W , T. W il s o n , E s q .

V ic e -P re s id e n ts R . H o l l ic k , E s q . ; W . P im m , E sq . Committee Mr. P . T. D e a k in ; Mr T. W. P e c k ;

Mr. C. A, S t e p h e n s o n ; Mr. W . S. V a u g h t o n . Eon. Secretary and T r e a s u r e r M b . G. J o h n s o n ,

B.A., 208, Bircbfield Road, Birmingham.

November 2nd. Display. South Australia.The following were unanimously elected members :

— Dr, L. F. Houghton, Messrs. H . M. Hepworth, G.L . Edwards, J. W . Ethenngton, A. McDonald, J. W. Heath, H. Reeks, E . W. Smith-Delacour, W. E. Fowkes, and F. H . Thompson. I t was incidentally mentioned that 41 members of the London Philatelic Society were members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society.

A vote of thanks was given to Mons. T. Lemaire for two bound copies of hit catalogue.

The followed a very interesting display and discussion of the stamps of South Australia, illustrated by the collections of Messrs. W. T. Wilson, W. Pimm, and T . W . Peck. The discussion brought out the fact that many of the varieties cannot be supplied at catalogue values and that collectors would do well to fill in gaps before the rise which must inevitably take place in the next catalogue and which has already taken place in sales.

MIDLAND COUNTIES STAMP EXCHANGE(Established 1886).

Eon . Secretary:— W. G. W a l t o n , Fentham Road, Birmingham.

The November packets are of excellent quality considering the time of year. There are vacancies for one or two new members. Subscriptions do not com mence until January, 1900. so ladies or gentlemen desirous of joining would have a good opportunity of gauging the advantages of the Exchange before permanently deciding. Good references indispensable. Monthly settlements. Rules, &c, from secretary, as above.

B r is t o l a n d C l if t o n P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y .— A meeting of this society was held on September 19th. In the absence of the president, Mr. N. Glyde Heaven was requested to take the chair. Mr. D. H . McPherson showed about a dozen sheets of the stamps of British Guiana, beginning with the issue of 1860; the various perforations and shades were well represented in each succeeding issue, and were examined with much interest by the members present, of whom there was a very good attendance. The stamps of Austria and Austrian Ita ly w ill be the subject for the next meeting on November 2nd.

H e r ts P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y .—A general meeting was held at Anderton’s Hotel, Fleet Street, on Tuesday, November 7th At the conclusion of the ordinary business, the Chairman (Mr. Sutherland) announced the death of Mr. W . A. 8. Westoby, an esteemed hon. member, and an expression of regret wels passed and entered on the minutes. Mr. Frentzel then gave a display of the stamps of Mexico from 1856-83 issues. H is collection, which was practically complete, was accompanied with explanatory notes giving an account of the different issues, and varieties of paper, surcharges, postmarks, &c., &c. The splits of the 1856 issue, the 1861 errors, three superb copies of the 3 centavos Eagle issue, the uncatalogued varieties of the 1866-67 issue and the Guadalajoras were perhaps the most noticeable. A hearty vote of thanks to Mr. Frentzel for his courtesy was suitably responded to and an enjoyable evening was brought to a close at 9.40 p.m. H . A. Slade, hon. sec. and treasurer, Ingleside, St Albans.

S u b u r b a n E x c h a n g e C l u b .— May packets have come back from circulation, and accounts have been rendered and sheets returned. The newly-joined members include: S. F. Annandale (London), H. Buckley (Christiania), Burton F. Cooper (London), P.J. Fraces (Bushire), Sergt.-Major Glover (Aldershot).T. A Ranee (London), O. Tait (Oporto), W. S. Webb (Walpole). Applications for membership must be accompanied by two references or delay will ensue. Blank spaces, or any other irregularities, should be

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reported to secretary direct. Club stationery only ghould be used; a supply forwarded on application. Secretary, H. A. Slade, Ingleside, St. Albans.

T H E L A T E M R . W . A . S. W E S T O B Y .

W E deeply regret to have to inform our subscribers I of the death, last month, of Mr. W . A. S. I Westoby. I

About 1859 Mr, Westoby, then living in Paris, laid ' the foundation of his collection, but it was not until | some years later that he became known to English philatelists by his writings in the Stamp Collector's Magazine and the Philatelist as “ A Parisian Collector.” He edited the Philatelic Record from 1885 to 1895. In 1891 he joined Mr. Philbrick in compiling the London Society’s work on the Postage and Telegraph Stamps of Qreat Britain, the second edition of which had just been completed for the press at the time of his death. HiB work on the Adhesive Postage Stamps o f Europe was also near completion, all but a few parts having now appeared. In addition to these,he published in 1890 a smaller work on the Postage Stamps o f the United Kingdom, 1840-1890. For the last 20 years he has edited Messrs. A. Smith and Sons Monthly Circular.

Philately has b st in him one of the most respected of its leaders, and his place is difficult to fill even if the task is not impossible.

Robert S. Gray’s Album Distribution, RESULT.F u ll L ist » j Nam es and Addresses o f ten lucky selected.

1. —Capt. A. H . Terry, Army Service Corps, Burfield,Port Rd., Guernsey.

2. —Miss X . Hilton, Oaklands, Westbere, near Canterbury.

3. — VI, J. Harding, Esq., 6, Havelock Road, Shrewsbury.

4. —H, P. Greenhorn, Esq., Kamesboro', WynnstayGrove, Fallowfield, Manchester.

5. —W . Gilbert, Esq., 37, Kings Road, St. Leonards,Sussex.

6. —Arthur Fenwick, Esq., Lynwood, Newcastle-on-Tyne.

7— H. *C. E lliot, Esq., 103, Moscow Drive, Liverpool8. —J. M. Dear, Esq., Gothre House, Baldock, Herts.9. — Miss M. H . Campbell, Nether Place, Manchline,

Ayrshire.10.—Mrs. Bailey, Dundas Crescent, Kirkwall, Orkney.

As stated in the advertisement a copy of the above list with certificate of posting was forwarded to the Editor of the “ Phila telic Chronicle ” immediately after the circulars were posted. R O B E R T S. G R A Y ,14th Nov., 1899. 213, West Campbell St., Glasgow.

[Notice.—1The above list «a s received by me, in a sealed envelope October ctb, 1899, ami opened this day, November 14th, 1899.—Editor P C. & A.]

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(Member l.P.U.) P .O ^ B o x 11, S T . V IN C E N T , W . l .

s, d.per set

xuxa.a ui«uu4 3i A» Di uLeeward Is lan d s .4, i, si, 4 Jamaica, 4, i, .2,24,3, 4, 6,1/

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each

3 3 3 2 3 O' 2 10 0 1 8 0 3 2 3 1 SJ 1 S 1 1/8 3 0

31021

Ylrtto islands, i, 1, 24, 4, 5, 7, 1./; •./British Oulana, ic, 2c, 4C/5C, 6tv8c, tsc, 24c

„ 7, Picture Series, ic, ac/jc, roc 150British Rondaras, ic, zb, 5c, 60,10s, izc, 24c Barbados,2/6Jamaica, a - ; British Guiana, 48c Bahamas, Jamaica St. Lucia, Trinidad,

Leward Islands, Virgin Islands, S li t . Luola, Trinidad, 10/- Bahauas; Trinidad £ 1 .7.

A n ? o f H u above stam ps m a y be p u rck a s e tt a t s l ig h t a d va n ce over f a te v a lu e .

CUBRESTI8SUEST. YINCENTAT FACE VALUE:St. Vincent t j- .vermilion, each, 1/4- SJ; Vincent :,d._ on ijj. tnaj; and brffwn, each 6/6; 4 for sol-. St. Vincent 2jtf. on 4a. black

and brown, each .16/8 ; 4 for do/-- ' >'Alt above stamps unused in mint condition. .

Post Office Orders payable V Kingstown, St. Vincent.", Cash with order. Postage and Registration free to British Colonies with id, rate for Orders over I j, ail/dlher places eatra. -

Re notice whatever taken of exchange aeiicilng&. A g en t f O t P h i la t e l i e J o u r n a l o f G re a t B r i ta in , 8/6 p e t a n n u m Jgn

WANTEDTELEGRAPH & REVENUE STAMPS

Of "Guatemala, Salvador, 'Dominican Republic, Colombian States, &c. Also, fine used copies Id. black English Postage. Approval selections with prices only.

Motley's Catalogue of Colonial Revenue Stamps, .2/64 ; Morten's OatalOgua■~af7Great Britain Postage and Fiscals, 2/6. Morley’sXJbum for Colonial Revenues, Vol, I,, 12/6. Lundy’s Catalogue^ o f Swiss and

. i German States fiscals, 1/6.

United States' War. Tax, set of Iff, used, 1/-. Ditto, - i 1, 3, and 5 dollars, set o f 3, 2/6. Japan Express. > .:-:o Company, set of 9 (10-sen to jOOff sen), used, i j - . Nicaragua Telegraphs, 18ff2, set of If) unused ( i .

.-centavo t<i40 pesos), 2/6. ‘ . - . •

Circulars o f other■ Publicatioiis, PaokUs, Sets, -de,: -J / , foenl:post free. '

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SETS, M IXTURES & PACKETS,Offered very cheap. Price'list free.

SETS.Service, 15 different, 10 sets 6/-Unpaid, IQ 10 „ - .. ,. 6/-

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Barbados, i, J, i. 24, 4, 6. 8,10 Grenada, 4. t, 24.3. 8,1 /- Gambia, 4,1, 2, 24, 3. 4.6. 1/ ... <■St. Lucia, 4, 1, 24, 3, 4,6 . !/- Trinidad, 4. t, 24,4, 5. 6,1/•Turks Island, 4, 1. 24,4, 5,6,1/- ...Leeward Islands, 4. 1. 24, 4, 6, 7,1/- Jamalca. 4. 1. 2,24 , 3, 4. 6, 1 /- Virgin Islands, 4,1,24, 4, 6. 7.1 /• ...British Guiana, ic, 20,4c. ;e, 6s, 8c, 12c, 24c

„ „ Picture Series, ic, 2C, 5c, ioc 13cBritish Honduras, ic, 2c, 5c, 6c. 10c, 12c, 24c Barbados, 2/6Jamaica, 2/-; British Guiana, 48c Bahamas, Jamaica St. Lucia, Trinidad,

Lcward Islands, Virgin Islands, 51- St. Lucia, Trinidad, 10/- Bahamas, Trinidad £1

s. d. per set 3 2

3 2 3 0 2 10 3 1 3 0 3 2 3 1 3 I 3 1 1 8 3 0

each 2 9., 2 3

.. S 610 9 „ 21 0

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CUBRENT ISSUE ST. VINCENT AT FACE V ALU E :St. Vincent t/- vermilion, each 1,4. St. Vincent 3d. on 4d. mai and brown, eacli 6/6. 4 Tor 21,/-. St. Vincent 24d. on 4d. black

and brown, each 16/8 ; 4 for 60/-.All above stamps unused in mint condition.

Post Office Orders payable “ Kingstown, St. Vincent." Cash with order. Postage and Registration free to British Colonies with id. rate for or Jets over £3, all other places extra.

No notice whatever taken of exchange sendings. Agent fo r Philatelic Jo u rn a l o f Great B rita in , 3/6 per annum . Jan

WANTED ^TELEGRAPH & REVENUE STAMPS

Of Guatemala, Salvador, Dominican Republic, Colombian States, &c. Also fine used copies Id. black English Postage. Approval selections with prices only.

Morley’s Catalogue of Colonial Revenue Stamps, 2/6. Morley's Catalogue-JiLGreat Britain Postage and Fiscals, 2/6. Morley’sAjbum for Colonial Revenues, Vol. I., 12/6. Lundy’s Catalogue of Swiss and

German States fiscals, 1/6.

United States War Tax, set of 10, used, 1/-. Ditto, 1, 3, and 5 dollars, set of 3, 2/6. Japan Express Company, set of 9 (10 sen to 1000 sen), used, 1;-.. Nicaragua Telegraphs, 1892, set of 10 unused (1 centavo to 10 pesos), 2/6.

Circulars o f other Publications, Packets, Sets, cCc. sent post free.

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M A N C H E S T E R

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Swedish Stamps !IN

SETS, MIXTURES & PACKETS,Offered very cheap. Price' list free.

SETS.Service, 15 different, 10 B e t s 5/-Unpaid, 1 0 „ 1 0 „ 6/-

Every kind and quantity of Swedish Stamps supplied at once.

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Prix-Courant gratis et franco.

SZEKULA BELA,Commerce de Timbres-Poste

Budapest (Hongrie)Vaczi-korut 55.

' Ich kanfe gegen Cassaj zu jeder Zeit kleine und grosse

Briefm arken - Saniinlungen

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Postage Stamps Collections,

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Brief.Ansicbtseendungen m it billigsten Preisen ist Bedingung. Jeder An- frage muss Ruckporto beiliegen.

Rarer stamps by the piece Wholesale lots,

Cheap or Medium Sets, New Issues,

Stamps on original letters.Selections on approval with lowest rates must be agreed with, as well as all inquiries must have return

postage.

Suche Tanschierbindangen.m it Sammlern und Handlem. Acceptire bessere Briefmarken nach Cat. Sent. Stanley, Scott,

__j Yvert and Tellier. Gewohnliche | nur per 1000 Oder mehr mit ! Handlem en gros, gegen Ung&rn, | Oesterreicb, Serbian, Bulgarien, j Griechenland, Montenegro, Sud-

Bulgarien, Thessalien. Rumanien und Lombardei-Marken.

Preiscourant gratia.

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Exchange Relations- - - Solicited

amongst collectors and dealers.I am willing to take good stamps at prices quoted in Senf, Stanley, Scott or Yvert & Tellier catalogues Common stamps by the 1000 and above from wholes&lo dealers only against Hungary, Austria, Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece. Montenegro, South-Bulgaria, Thessalia, Rou- mania and Veneto-Lombardi&n stamps.

P rice L ist F r e e .

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BUDAPEST,Vaczi-korat 55

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UNUSED COLONIAL STAMPS- TO C LEAR : St Vincent, M . »n 6d., 2$d. on id., 4d., 6d.. A c .; Canada, A, 1,2, 3, 5 cent ob olele, 2c , 5c , Jubilee, &c. : Tasm an ia , 24 on 9d. dark, and light bine, 6d octagonal, A c .; Mauritius Britannia and surcharged icc ; Natal J(l. on 6d , £d. on Id., A c .; S Australia, 2Jd. on 4d. Ac.; Grenada & Trinidad, old typ e ; Oil Rivers; Turks Island, (hi. and 5 d .; Queensland, secret watermark, burele, itc.; Zululand, Leeward Isles 7d.; Seychelles 15c. on 16c, and vai ious others, N S W 3d* wink. 10, &c., Ac. Altogether 120 unused and scarce colonial stamps for 25/- while th*y lis t. W . GEORGE, Roland Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

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CONTENTS.

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Chtonicle............................................. ... ... 17Postman's Knock ............................ ... • •• ... 18Notes on English Stamps ................... ... ... ... 18The Transvaal Revenue Stamps • •• ... 19The Stamps of Schlesmg-UoUtin ........... ... ... 21A South American Swindler Gteat Barrier Island Stamps ... 21Society Reports .................................... •4. ... 23

The Philatelic Chronicle Id addition to Us very large circle of Subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society and Midland Countlos Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of these Societies. Combined membership over 400.

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CHRONICLE.R G E N T IN A .—The new set is a very handsome

one and made in two sizes. The design shows the tutelary goddess seated with her shield at

her side Bimilar to Britannia but without the trident.£c. brown. 24c, mauve.lc. pale-green. 20c. rose.2o. siate-groy. 50c. blue.5c. deep rose. Larger size.

10c. deep green. 1 peso, blaok and olive.12c. pale blue. 5 ,< » orange16c. orange. 10 „ „ green.20c. lake. 30 „ ,, red.

B O L IV IA —The new Bet is a handsom e lo t a fte rie style o f the late Argentine issue.

lc, dull blue. 20o. rose.2c. red. 50c. bistre brown.5c. deep green. 10c, orange.

1 bol,, dull mauve.

B R IT IS H HONDURAS.— Current type, 50c. green and red, $1 green and red, (2 green and blue, 95 green and black.

C E YLO N .— Large, handsome stamps of value 1 rupee 50c. and 2r. 25c. have been issued.

lr . 50o. rose.2r. 20o. blue.


G E R M A N Y .— The new stamps will be issued January lBt. The -values are 3 pfennig to 5 marks, in various designs.

G U ATEM ALA .— Mr. Rottraann has sent us a new provisional—the 5c. of 1888 surcharged— U n 1 Centavo—in red.

L AB U AN AND N O RTH BORNEO — 1,000 copies of each variety o f the surcharged stamps 4 c e n t s were sent out to the East but ten thousand of each were retained for sale in London so that they are not likely to be of much value as a speculation.

N E T H E R L A N D S .— The new issues have been surcharged Ned. In d ie 10c , 12^c , 15c., 20c., 25c , 60c., gulden ; Curac&Oi 25c., lg . 50c. on 2g. 50c. ;Suriname. 50c , lg., 2 jg.

T U R K E Y .— The following notice appears in the Official Gazette N e w P o s t a g e I s s u e f o r 1316. A new issue of postage stamps for the financial year 1316 (March 1st, 1900), is being prepared at the Department of Posts and Telegraphs. ThiB new set will comprise two series, eight each, for inland and foreign postage, and will be printed under the superintendence and according to the designs of Ahmed Nazim Bey, of the War Office. The new stamps wiil be of 5, 10, and 20 paras, and 1, 2, 5, 25 and 50 piastres." The above information is sent us by Mr. Onnig S. Berberian.

T H E P O S T M A N ’S K N O C K .

CH R ISTM AS comes but once a year I This is an original thought of mine and I am rather fond of it I I wonder it has never yet occurred to

any other of our great writers—but these seemingly obvious truths are really the spontaneous effusions of great minds—simple ar they seem when once brought before the notice. This expression of mine will become crystallised in the literature of the language, mark me, and will be quoted as long as the English and the American languages are spoken—yet how few will remember the originator—your poor humble P o s t m a n .

• •N o matter I Christmas comes, &o., and your poor

P o s t m a n once more wishes you all a H a p p y C h r is t m a s . Thanks to a judicious and timely application of the Married Woman’s Property Act he will be able, this year, to enjoy his Christmas at ease among his own lares and penates i f only the landlord can be kept at bay.

* *•Allans t A very old friend, Mr. Roger Wilson,

writes T h e P o s tm a n as follows from “ The States” : “ United States colonials (I) occupy still first place in local interest. The Porto Rico set, surcharged on current U.S, is practically obsolete, and in future the

ordinary unsurcharged set w ill do duty in the island. “ Guam ” — a set, including the 81, is to he surcharged with the name of this “ colony ” and possibly 5% of these labels will do postal service—the rest will be unloaded on the long-suffering collector, to the huge profit of a few privileged dealers over here, who will have the handling of them, and, encouraged by this, it is only a matter of a short time before the official hucksters in Washington will issue a full set, including dollar values, for the urgent requirements of a few hundred half-naked savages, inhabitating the newly- acquirod Simoan islet! ”

• **For thirteen years the Midland Counties Stamp

Exchange has been in existence. The oldest stamp exchange in the United Kingdom, as well as one of the best, the Secretary believes that the coming year will be the record one in its existence. To show how the members appreciate the exchange I quote a few wordB from the letter (Nov. 11th, 1899) received from a member. Mr. W. E. Sprange, who is compelled to resign upon taking his residence in the far E as t: “ 1 am glad to say of all the clubs I belonged to 1 consider yours is the best regulated.” Owing to the natural relapses which occur at the end of the year there are three or four vacancies that require filling. The rules provide that members who join after December do not pay subscription until July, in order to give an opportunity of trying the club. This is very fair, for new members may then see what they are taking up before permanently joining. Borne further information will be found under Society Reports.

» *Messrs. Stanley Gibbons announce a now edition of

their catalogue for 1900. They anticipate publishing Part I. (Great Britain and Colonies) in January and Part I I . (Foreign Countries) in March. The illustrations will be new throughout, having been prepared at considerable expense during the last few months. Orders for either part may be booked, 2/3 post free, from the Philatelic Publishing Company, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

N O T E S O N E N G L IS H S T A M P S .By W. S. W ebb

POSTAL PAID-MARKS. .

O N F IR M IN G all I said of these should-be- collected items in our number for February laet, I now follow it up with a list of the towns

— apart from the many varieties and names in the Metropolitan District—from which I have seen specimens in the modern style ; viz. :— Birmingham, Bristol, Dudley (Wore.), Glasgow, Halifax, Hull, Leeds, Manchester (4 types, 1883 to 1899), Newcastle- on-Tyne, Walsall, and Wisbech. There are probably

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several more ; and if readers w ill report to me whatothers they know of, we may get a fairly complete list. W ith regard to London, a mark in red bearing the word “ paid,” but no expression of value, was in use 20 to 30 years ago (and porh&ps more recently) which is usually found impreBBed on tho front of incoming foreign and colonial letters of that period, which had been fully prepaid by the stamps of the country of origin. Also at Liverpool a red mark was similarly used for incoming ship mails. These appear to have been used merely to indicate official endorsement of the correctness of the prepayment by stamps, and are therefore postmarks pure and simple, not to be classed with those paid-marks which are in themselves the sole receipt for postage paid in oash, and therefore are a sort of postage stamp.

PHILATELY OF THE P.O. SAVING-BANK,

What direct connection can there be between this useful and popular branch of our post office system and stamp collecting? This is not a conundrum, tbough they are in season, and i f it were I could hardly hope for the answer, as the magic link is, I fear, but slender and perhaps may never have been perceived before: but if not conundrumical, I am here getting enigmatical, so, as you give it up, let me explain The acknowledgment, which each deposit briugs by post from the Chief Office, is franked you will observe by a hand-stamped mark in red, bearing the words “ London, Official Paid.” This, of course, has some philatelic interest, under the claims alluded to in the preceding note, though by most people regarded as " only a postmark.” But, but once upon a time these acknowledgment forms had a printed stamp, and that too, so far as I am aware, of a type all to themselves. I distinctly remember seeing several of them some 15 or 20 years ago (more or less), and though even then I was a stampiet I had not developed sufficient philatelic instinct to annex any for my beloved young collection, though I might have had any number for the asking. But alasl those documents had a knack of getting destroyed periodically, for nobody wanted to save them longer than the next annual balancing of their books. Yet there may be still in some forgotten pigeon-hole of the old family “ bureau" a few stray survivals of these unique papers— certainly very collectable now as a desirable variety of stamped official form, To describe the stamp is simple: it was a double line circle, within which was the word L o n d o n above, with PA ID across the centre. So far as 1 remember there was nothing more. I t was clearly and neatly printed in bright red on the blue paper still in use for these forms. I shall be very glad to hear from any reader who can lay hands on one or more examples of this nearly- forgotten stamp, our appreciation of which is so entirely posthumous.

POSTCARD DISTINCTIONS.In the November issue of Stamps Mr, W. T,

Wilson in his “ Postcard Notes ” kindly puts me right on the subject to which I directed attention iu Soptember (page 91) viz., the means of tolling for certain whether any given white card with arms of type I I I . is a “ post office” or “ private” one. Mr. Wilson says that though my statement about the stop after “ side ” is correot it is not a safe way of distinguishing them, inasmuch as the stop is sometimes absent on cards of undoubted P.O. orig in ; granted, Mr. Wilson, but are not such cards invariably of the arms I I I . (current) variety ? As the present size of arms has never been used for private stamping at ail I saw no reason to bring them or their accompanying varieties into the question.

Mr.- Wilson pertinently points out that he thinks the arms themselves are the best test, as there are two varieties of tho size usually known as type I I . (14 j mm. w ide ): that used on Government cards showing the chain intact on the neck of the unicorn, whilst on the private cards the chain is absent from the neck, only showing below the body. I am obliged to Mr. Wilson, and I recognise that his test is as good as mine, as freely as 1 hope that he now sees mine is as good as his. Now I take the liberty of questioning his closing statement that the “ mutilated type II . arms appeared exclusively on private cards I ” What sort of arms, friend Wilson, do you find on threepenny postcards ? They were not Bt&mped to order, you know

TH E TRAN SVAAL R EV EN U E STAM PS.

B y W a l t e r M o r l e v .

[For illustrations of the different types see plate given with this issue.]

H E prominence of affairs in the Transvaal is not without its effect on the philatelic community as the increased demand recently both for the

postage and fiscal stamps testifies, and the Editor of the Philatelic Chronicle having evinced a desire to inform his readers what revenue stamps have been in use in this State I have prepared the following list from the stamps that are known to me or in my own collection.

The dates of issue are mostly taken from the stamps bearing the date of cancellation, and without any official records or documents to refer to it is probable there will be errors and omissions, and I hope collectors will inform me or the Editor of any varieties they possess that are net chronicled here.

1874. Type I.6d. red on blue, imperf.1/- red on green, imperf.

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1/6 black on yellow, imperf.2/- red on white, imperf.5/- black on orange, imperf.10/- black on green „£1 black on rose „£2 „ „ white „£5 „ „ blue „

N O T E .— Most o f above issue are found rculetted, and also in varieties o f shades, and I have the 2f- value in my collection pin-perforated— apparently the same perf. as exists on the postage stamps.

1877. Surcharged v .b . Tr a n s v a a l in black. Type I I . 6d. red on blue, imperf1/- red on green „1/6 black on yellow „2/- red on white „5/- black on orange „10/- „ green „£1 „ rose „£2 ,, white „£5 ,, blue6d. red on blue, inverted surcharge.1/- „ green „1/6 black on yellow „ „2/- red on white „ „5/- black on orange „ „

N O T E .— So fa r J have not noted any a rors in the surcharge except the inverted varieties chronicled above, but i t is possible some exist. J have not found any o f this issue surcharged in red, though I have the £1 value in my collection doubly surcharged in black and red. Some values are fouiid rouletted and I have also a number o f copies divided which were used fo r half their original value.

1878. Surcharged v .r . Transvaal in red. Type I I I ,1/- black on blue, imperf.

,, ,, variety with smaller T to Transvaal.„ ,, ,, without stop after R.

N O T E .— This is evidently a change o f colour both in the stamp and surcharge. This is the only value I have seen w ith this surcharge, and as a change of Government came in to force in this year with an entirely fresh series o f stamps i t is uncertain i f any other values were altered in colour, dc. I have not met with this stamp unsurcharged.

1878. Type IV .6d. rose, perf. 14$.6d. lilac-rose „1/- blue „1/6 green1/6 sage-green „2/- brown „2/6 vermilion „5/- green 101- elate£1 yellow-brown „£2 black ,,

£5 carmine, perf. 14J.£10 brown „£20 green „

N O T E .—This issue is somewhat similar to the postage stamps o f this date and is a very attractive set. I have ha lf o f the 6d. rose used as 3d. in my collection, and proofs on card o f the 5j • in pale rose and £5 in blue.

1884 ? Type I.£5 blue on white, perf. 12.

N O T E .— This stamp is another puzzle, especially as (o the actual date o f issue, and i t is not known i f any other values were prepared or issued so perforated.

1888. Type V.This issue consisted of 12 values, and the following

perforations are found 14, 11$, 11$ x 14, The 14 perf. was evidently that first in use, but I am unable to say at what date the others came into use, neither have I been able as yet to find a complete set in either porfa. and I give a list of values only as found by me in each variety of perforation.

6d. rose, perf. 14.1/-greenish-yellow. ,,1/6 brown ,,2/- orange2/6 violet „5/- bronze-green ,,10/- yellow „£1 brown ,,£2 violet .,£20 blue „

N O T E .— The £5 and £10 not found with above perf. 6d. rose, perf. 11$.6d. carmine ,,1/- greenish-yellow „1/6 brown „2/- orange „2/6 violet „5/- bronze green „£1 brown „

N O T E .— The 10/-, £2, £5, £10, £20 not found in this set,

6d. rose, perf. 11$ x 14.1/- greenish-yellow „1/6 brown „2/6 violet „6/- bronze-green ,,10/- yellow „£1 brown „£2 violet „£5 sage-green „£10 green „

N O TE . — The 2j- and £20 not found in this set. The £6 and £10 appear here but n o tin either o f the other two perfs.

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1895 an embossed stamp somewhat similar to our “ cheque stamps ” was used on various coloured papers and it is at present much too difficult a subject to assign them correctly with the various issues of the other values. They appear and have been thought by many to be non-adhesives. Possibly the same die may be used for stamped paper, if such i6 in use in this State, but those described are undoubtedly adhesives and are frequently found in pairs.1876 (?) Inscribed “ Zuid Afrikaanschc Rtpublick,

Een Penny.”Id. plain embossed on white paper, imperf.

1878 (?) Inscribed “ Transvaal, One Penny.”Id. plain embossed on white paper, imperf.Id. „ „ „ pale rose „Id. „ „ „ pale green

1895. Type V.Id. pale blue, perf. 11.

Re GISTRATE AND PERMIT (CUSTOMS).1893. Type V I.

6d. green, blue and rose on white paper, perf. 11). 1/- blue, red and green ,, ,, ,,5/• red, blue and green „ ,, ,,

R a i l w a y s .Type V II .

6d. blue, perf. 11),1/- red „

N O TE , - A Id. and 3d. value are staled to exist but I have not seen them.

Collectors will see from above notes that there is plenty of room for a specialist for study and research, and 1 would like to draw the attention of specialists in Transvaal Postage Stamps to the serious study of the revonues, Many of the postage stamps are found used fiscally.

TH E STAM PS OFSCH LESW IG -H O LSTEIN .

By R ev. H . W endt.

I T is interesting to know how the stamps of these two small countries came into existence, and how they soon disappeared. On March 24th, 1848,

the provisional government of the dukedoms was constituted, and on April 25th the constitution was made public. The postal a ffars in the dukedoms were performed before the year 1848 by the secretaryship of the general post direction in Copenhagen. With the new government a post bureau was established, controlled by the finance department.

The manager of this bureau was Dr. Hans W. Ahlmann, jun. This energetic man reorganised the whole postal affairs, and in March, 1850, brought

before the highest convention of the people a sketch, or better, bill for the introduction of stamps. This bill was accepted by the House on March 26th and made public on April 8th. The next step was to find a suitable party who would undertake the work. Negotiations were made with a Mr. Wiener to engrave the first stamps, but as he asked too much for labour a contract could not be made. Soon after. May 15th, a Mr. Rindermann lithographed a number of stamps and sent fourteen to the government as samples. They were blue and black on different papers. Of these three copies are known to exist yet.

Finally, the book printers, Kcebner and Lehmkuhl Co., in Altona, received orders to send proof impressions to the government. As they received no orders in regard to denominations, <tc., they prepared a great number of different values. The bureau, however, only accepted the Isch and 2sch. stamps, and on July 5th,1850. otdered 2,000,000. The company went to work, and from November lOtb, 1850, to February 1st, 1851. they delivered 1,300,000 lsch. blue and 700,000 2sch. red. Accordingly, on November 15th, the same day as in Russia, the first Schleswig-Holstein stamps were put on sale. However, Denmark had again taken possession of Schleswig, consequently tbe stamps could only bo used in Holstein, and even there for only a short time. The civil magistracy prohibited further sales on February 1st, 1851, because the coat of arms of the dukedoms adorned the stamps. The stamps already in tbe hands of the public were good for postage until August 31st, 1851.

So we find that tbe Schleswig-Holttein stamps were sold from November 15th, 1850, to February 1st,1851, and were used as late as August 31st of the same year According to Rosekranz only 8,701 stamped letters passed through the post office during this time. The postage on these letters was 15,731 schillings, so about 8,000 lsch. and 4.000 2sch. stamps were used. Two millions were issued. What became of the o. g. stamps ? Until 1864 they remained in the archives at Copenhagen. I t is thought that the greatest number came into the hands t f dealers.

These facts reveal the scarcity and therefore the high price of the used Schleswig-Holstein. M oral: As a rule one should collect used stamps.

A SOUTH AMERICAN SW IN D LER.

H E party referred to above has no connection with the engineers of that gigantic philatelic swindle, Williams aDd Co., of Lima, Peru, he

has his locus optrandi upon the other side of the continent “ and the places thereunto adjacent,”

Without further introduction I may say that he has masqueraded under a number of aliases since 1896 (if not earlier), the object being to victimize philatelists


and the methods partaking very much of the character of those employed by the notorious firm referred to above.

He was known in 1897 as Samuel W. Carter, and his address was 101, Regent Street, Georgetown, Demerara. Early in 1899 he was Wm A. Reid, c/o Cyril Brewster and Co,, Port of Spain, Trinidad, and about June of this year he was Wm. A. Reid, 28, Tyrrell Street, St. George’s, Grenada, West Indies. In the intervals he was a firm of stamp dea'ers at Georgetown, Demerara, whose name, having no definite proof, I prefer not to give, while, at the present moment, I have a suspicion that he is a reverend gentleman of British Guiana who has reocntly adopted a system of philatelic letter-writing, but whose identity I only surmise.

Early in this year Messrs, Healey and Co. were applied to by Mr. Roid, writing upon the note-paper of Cyril Brewster & Co., Lim ., general importers and manufacturers’ agents, of Demerara—but having branches at Barbados, Trinidad, and St. Thomas. The applicant wanted choie» stamps — none to catalogue under 2/G each, and immediate cash payment was promised. Messrs Healey, who aro not quite so child-like as some, although having no special reason for suspicion, sent stamps to the value of £50 addressed to the firm, requesting t.beir return if the " firm's ” employee was not considered reliable. Here the correspondence abruptly ended. The “ firm ” was annoyed at even the slightest shade of suspioion attaching to their employee and, in their just indignation, dropped the correspondence— at least that may have been the reason for Messrs. Healey heard no more of their stamps.

Eventually, other means having failed, a letter to the Governor of Trinidad elicited the information through the local police that there was no such firm in Trinidad, but that two men, Brewster and Reid, were in the habit of calling at the Rose H ill post office for letters. Some time previous to July, Reid told the postmistress that he was going away. He did not state whither, he has not been seen since, nor does anyone in the neighbourhood know either himself or his confederate. So the matter stands.

The later letters of Reid have been type-written. His own handwriting is large and uneducated. As Carter he despised capital letters and had the utmost contempt for grammar and orthography, but the typewriter has modified—or at least made less objectionable—these qualities. I would warn my readers, for the present, to be very careful with the correspondent in British Guiana and not to deal with strangers from the islands unless the home references are unimpeachable.

[T h e G r e e n on R e d M a l t e s e C ro ss P o s t m a r k s . — This interesting article is held over until next month by reason of lack of space.— E d.]

G R EA T B A R R IE R ISLA N D STAMPS.

B y N o n - L e x .

IN “ Philatelic Frauds,” October instalment, I gave a warning about Great Barrier Island stamps. I very much doubt whether many people have been

\ taken in by these things for surely philatelists aro not ' such dullards as to buy this utter rubbish —whether

forged, faked, or so-called genuine. They are all tarred with the same brush, for, if John Smith, of Auckland, N .Z ., can issue a label for a two-penny halfpenny island a few miles away I see no reasoD why John Smith of Walsall may not do the same although he is some few thousand miles further from the spot. The status of the labels is clearly shown when we consider that they were used for a few days or weeks —at least the exploiters say they were used—for the benefit of the four or six people who reside in the island and then . . , they are sold—lock, stockand barrel— to the dealers for the benefit of philatelists ! In my opinion the stamps of Trinidad, as issued by the late lamented Baron Hickey, were infinitely more genuine, for he did claim a proprietorship of the island. Still, the Barrier stamps were accepted by the dealers for the use of philatelist*, and then another party thought he would like to share the spoil and made a second series—or was it that he imitated a second series ? I do not know as I am neither an expert in nor a holder of Barrier Island stamps—one of the few things I have to be proud of t

1 do not propose to tell the tale myself. I will merely preface with the information that some time ago the Montreal Philatelist, owned and edited by Mr.R. C. Bach, announced that two companies were operating a pigeon post (all things considered, how splendidly “ pigeon” post embodies the whole operation) and describing the variations in tho stamps, I will let the cuttings from various papers tell the rest of the story, but first I am commissioned to give the heart-felt thanks of the Barrier Island inhabitants to those who have so generously catered to their wants. There is only one complaint to make—they would have preferred a couple more companies to have “ operated ” in order that each inhabitant might have patronised his own separate fancy I . . The following are cuttings: —

When the Canadian Government called for 1,000 volunteers to serve in the Transvaal War, the Editor, Mr. R. C. Bach, was amongst tho first to offer his services to fight under the flag that 11 for a thousand years has braved the battle and the breeze.” The journal is now in the able hands of Mr. Wurtelc. . .

About three weeks ago I went in t j a local dealers and happened to pick up a little rubber stamp that was on the table and stamped it on a pieco of paper. To my surprise I read •' Great Barrier " above, and “ pigeon service " below in a circle, and in the centre in a straight line, “ Apr. 3, ’99.” As soon as he saw

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I was handling the stamp he snatched it out of my hands, . , . The stamp is a forgery and theforger, or one of them is a Montrealer. As soon as he saw he was discovered he sold his shop and went away. The gentleman who bought the business found a whole lot, with a few cuts, in an old box on which was marked “ Personal Property, Don’t Open.” . .

The Montreal Philatelist for November has appeared under the management of P. W. Wurtele, trustee of the estate of R. C. Bach, who has gone to fight the Boers It iB thought by some that fighting the Boers will be much more pleasant than the fighting he would have had at home since the leaking out of the Great Barrier Island swindle, for which the Dominion Stamp Co , of which he w as manager, is responsible.

Quite a sensation was caused among the philatelists of this city when it came out that the “ Great Barrier Island Pigeon Post ” stamps (?), with which the country has been flooded, had been printed, perforated and cancelled in this city. Although there has always been a strong suspicion that these stamps were not “ all r igh t” it was hardly thought that they were being manufactured in this city. The whole scheme was worked by the manager of the Dominion Stamp Co. who is now on his way to South Africa with the Canadian Volunteers. But this is not alt, as it is said that in the same box in which the stock of Pigeon Post stamps were found, there were several hundred counterfeit 3d. Canada which were evidently awaiting the cancelling stamp.......................................

The statement made by your Canadian correspondent regarding the fake Great Barrier Island stamps, caused me no surprise, as I have known for some time that the stamps were undoubted forgeries. The minute I received a consignment from the party who has the name of making them, I doubted their authenticity. People should have been taught a lesson wheu the same party claimed to have found some old and rare British Guiana stamps and which were, I believe, submitted to Mr. C. E. Hussman of St. Louis, who pronounced them crude forgeries. When Bach visited this city last spring, he informed the writer that he had received an offer (by cable) for the stamps from England. I believe the price was 8600. Whether he disposed of them or not I am unable to say. Mr. Bach was rather reticent on the matter when questioned closely.

Tho Great Barrier Pigeongram Agency has discovered that inhabitants exist on the Hen and Chicken Islands, about 80 miles north of Auckland, and has kindly placed a postal service at their disposal by surcharging the “ Pigeon ” stamps, Marotiri, the Maori name for the islands, in blue. The inhabitants don’t know anything about it yet but are expected to greatly appreciate the favour later on. A malicious rumour has been circulated that the. said inhabitants are seabirds and wild hogs. I hasten to assure philatelists

that this statement is misleading, if not erroneous. There are several inhabitants of the human species on the islands, who are making rapid advances towards civilisation thanks to the occasional visits of stray whaling vessels—indeed, I understand they have almost entirely abandoned their cannibal propensities already. The local currency is as follows 25 cowries = 1 yam, 100 yams— I hog, 5 hogs= l bottle of rum. The next issue of stamps will be priced in this currency. The usual discount, of oourse, will be allowed to dealers.

SOCIETY REPORTS.BIRM INGHAM PHILATELIC SOCIETY.On December 1st the following were unanimously

elected members :— Messrs. C. R. Corfield, L, P. Hernandez, E. Tautz, J. M. Minwala, W . Ackland, J, M. Bartels, D. Agemiau, F. E. Remfry.

Mr. W . T. Wilson then showed his superb collection of Mexican stamps.

I t was a great treat to all those who were present, and showed the immense possibilities there are in this extremely interesting country and the great rise there will be in prices when the relative rarity, in many of the earlier issues, is recognised.

A large amount of very interesting information was given which we trust, for the good of philately, will at uo distant date be accessible to all students of this country’s stamps.

The chief points touched upon were naturally the difficult ones. (1). Tho arrangement and re-arrangement of the plates as shown by the different spacing between the horizontal rows of the 1856 issue; (2) the sub-consignment numbers of the 1864-7 issues; (3) the reasons aud necessity for the surcharge of town and distriot names on all the issues down to comparatively recent years.

Midland Counties Stamp Exchange.The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to

members of the Exchange—thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one To show how much alive the exchange is, the last packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps iu the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the averago for the M.C.S E but most clubs are satisfied with from 12£ to IS per cent which is really not so bad. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensable. Members joining now are free until July 1st, aud have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal) i f their references are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentbam Read HandBworth, Birmingham.

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and the methods partaking very much of the character of those employed by the notorious firm referred to above.

He was known in 1897 as Samuel W. Carter, and his address was 101, Regent Street, Georgetown, Demerara. Early In 1899 he was Wm A. Reid, c/o Cyril Brewster and Co,, Port of Spain, Trinidad, and about June of this year he was Wm. A. Reid, 28, Tyrrell Street, St. George’s, Grenada, West Indies. In the intervals he was a firm of stamp dea'ers at Georgetown, Demerara, whose name, having no definite proof, I prefer not to give, while, at the present moment, I havo a suspicion that he is a reverend gentleman of British Guiana who has reoently adopted a system of philatelic letter-writing, but whose identity I only surmise.

Early in this year Messrs. Healey and Co. were applied to by Mr. Reid, writing upon the note-paper of Cyril Brewster & Co., Lim ., general importers and manufacturers’ agents, of Demerara—but having branches at Barbados, Trinidad, and St. Thomas. The applicant wanted choice stamps — none to catalogue under 2/6 each, and immediate cash payment was promised. Messrs Healey, who are not quite so child-like as some, although having no 6peoial reason for suspicion, sent stamps to the value of £50 addressed to the firm, requesting tbeir return if the “ firm’s ” employee was not considered reliable. Here tbe correspondence abruptly ended. The “ firm ” was annoyed at even the slightest shade of suspicion attaching to their employee and, in their just indignation, dropped the correspondence— at least that may have been the reason for Messrs, Healey heard no more of their stamps.

Eventually, other means having failed, a letter to the Governor of Trinidad elicited tho information through the local police that there was no such firm in Trinidad, but that two men, Brewster and Reid, were in the habit of calling at the Rose H ill post office for letters. Some time previous to July, Reid told the postmistress that he was going away. He did not state whither, he has not been seen since, nor doeB anyone in the neighbourhood know either himself or his confederate. So the matter stands.

The later letters of Reid have been type-written. His own handwriting iB large and uneducated. As Carter he despised capital letters and had the utmost contempt for grammar and orthography, but the typewriter has modified—or at least made less objectionable—these qualities. I would warn my readers, for the present, to be very careful with the correspondent in British Guiana and not to deal with strangers from the islands unless the home references are unimpeachable.

[T h e G r e e n on R e d M v l t e b k C ro ss P o s tm a r k s . —This interesting article ib held over until next month by reason of lack of space.—E d .]

G REA T B A R R IE R ISLA N D STAMPS.

By Non-Lex.

I N “ Philatelic Frauds," October instalment, I gave a warning about Great Barrier Island stamps. 1 very much doubt whether many people have been

taken in by these things for surely philatelists arc not suoh dullards as to buy this utter rubbish—whether forged, faked, or so-called genuine. They are all tarred with the same brush, for, i f John Smith, of Auckland, N .Z., can issue a label for a two-penny halfpenny island a few miles away I see no reason why John Smith of Walsall may not do the same although he is some few thousand miles further from the spot. The status of the labels is clearly shown when we consider that they were used for a few days or weeks —at least the exploiters say they were used—for the benefit of the four or six people who reside in the island and then . . , they are sold—lock, stook and barrel—to the dealers for the benefit of philatelists! In my opinion the stamps of Trinidad, as issued by the late lamented Baron Hickey, were infinitely more genuine, for he did claim a proprietorship of the island. Still, the Barrier stamps were accepted by the dealers for the use of philatelists, and then another party thought he would like to share the spoil and made a second series—or was it that he imitated a second series 7 I do not know as I am neither an expert in nor a holderof Barrier Island stamps—one of the few things I have to be proud o f !

1 do not propose to tell the tale myself. I will merely preface with the information that some time ago tbe Montreal Philatelist, owned and edited by Mr.R. O. Baoh, announced that two companies were operating a pigeon post (all things considered, how splendidly "p ig e o n ” post embodies the whole operation) and describing the variations in the stamps, I will let the outtings from various papers tell the rest of the story, but first I am commissioned to give the heart-felt thanks of the Barrier Island inhabitants to those who have so generously catered to their wants. Thera is only one complaint to make— they would have preferred a couple more companies to have “ operated ” in order that each inhabitant might have patronised his own separate fancy I . . The following are cuttings : —

When tho Canadian Government called for 1,000 volunteers to serve in the Transvaal War, the Editor, Mr. R. C. Bach, was amongst the first to offer his services to fight under the flag that “ for a thousand years has braved the battle and the breeze." The journal is now in the able hauds of Mr. Wurtele. . .

About three weeks ago I went into a local dealers and happened to pick up a little rubber stamp that was on the table and stamped it ou a piece of paper. To my surprise I read •' Great Barrier ’ ’ above, and “ pigeon service ” below in a circle, and in the centre in a straight line, " Apr. 3, ’99." As soon as he saw

28*THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

I was handling the stamp he snatched it out of my bands, . . . The stamp is a forgery and theforger, or one of them is a Montrealer. As soon as he saw he was discovered he sold his Bhop and went away. The gentleman who bought the business found a whole lot, with a few cuts, in an old box on which was marked “ Personal Property, Don’t Open.” . .

The Montreal Philatelist for November has appeared under the management of F. W. Wurtele, trustee of the estate of R. G. Bach, who has gone to fight the Boers I t is thought by some that fighting the Boers will be much more pleasant than the fighting he would have had at home since the leaking out of the Great Barrier Island swindle, for which the Dominion Stamp Co , of which he was manager, is responsible,

Quite a sensation was caused among the philatelists of this city when it came out that the "G reat Barrier Island Pigeon Post" stamps (?), with which the country has been flooded, had been printed, perforated and cancelled in this city. Although there has always been a strong suspicion that these stamps were not “ all right” it was hardly thought that they were being manufactured in this city. The whole scheme was worked by the manager of the Dominion Stamp Co. who is now on his way to South Africa with the Canadian Volunteers. But this is not all, as it is Baid that in the same box in which the stock of Pigeon Post stamps were found, there were several hundred counterfeit 3d. Canada which were evidentlyawaiting the cancelling stamp........................ ....

The statement made by your Canadian correspondent regarding the fake Great Barrier Island stamps, caused me no surprise, as I have known for sometime that the stamps were undoubted forgeries. The minute I received a consignment from the party who has the name of making them, I doubted their authenticity. People should have been taught a lesson wheu the same party claimed to have found some old and rare British Guiana stamps and which were, I believe, submitted to Mr. C. E, Hussman of St. Louis, who pronounced them crude forgeries. When Bach visited this city last Bpring, he informed the writer that he had received an offer (by cable) for the stamps from England. I believe the price was $600. Whether he disposed of them or not I ami unable to say. Mr. Bacn was rather reticent on the matter when questioned closely.

The Great Barrier Pigeongram Agency has discovered that inhabitants exist on the Hen and Chicken Islands, about 80 miles north of Auckland, and has kindly placed a postal service at their disposal by surcharging the “ Pigeon ” stamps, Marotiri, the Maori name for the islands, in blue. The inhabitants don’t know anything about it yet but are expected to greatly appreciate the favour later on. A malioions rumour has been circulated that the said Inhabitants are seabirds and wild hogs. I hasten to assure philatelists

that this statement is misleading, if not erroneous. There are several inhabitants of the human species on the islands, who are making rapid advances towards civilisation thanks to the occasional visits of stray whaling vessels—indeed, I understand they have almost entirely abandoned their cannibal propensities already. The local ourrency is as follows : — 25 cowries = 1 yam, 100 yam s= l hog, 5 h ogs= l bottle of rum. The next issue of stamps w ill be priced in this currency. The usual discount, of course, w ill be allowed to dealers.

SOCIETY REPORTS.BIRMINGHAM PHILATELIC SOCIETY.On December 1st the following were unanimously

elected members :—Messrs. 0. R. Corfield, L. P. Hernandez, E. Tautz, J, M. Minwala, W. Ackland, J, M. Bartels, D. Agemiau, F. E. Remfry.

Mr. W . T, Wilson then showed his superb collection of Mexican stamps.

I t was a great treat to all those who were present, and showed the immense possibilities there are in this extremely interesting country and the great rise there will be in prices when the relative rarity, in many of the earlier issues, is recognised,

A large amount of very interesting information was given which we trust, for the good of philately, w ill at no distant date be accessible to all students of this country's stamps.

The ohief points touehed upon were naturally the difficult ones. (1). The arrangement and re-arrangement of the platee as shown by the different spacing between the horizontal rows of the 1856 issue; (2) the sub-consignment numbers of the 1864-7 issues; (3) the reasous and necessity for the surcharge of town and distriot names on all the issues down to comparatively recent years.


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West 1 nd ian Stam ps.No. in Per set. tasets.Set. s. d. s. d..50 different Cuba and Porto Rico , . 2 6 29 650 „ Fr. West Indies & Hayti .. 4 6 42 050 ,, British W. Indies .. . . 8 6 33 0100 „ All West Indies .. 5 0 45 0

Owing to my stock being large and varied, and hating been bought at advantageous rates, I can sell cheaper than any dealer. All stamps are clean and perfect—no revenues, cards or wrappers. Money refunded if not satisfactory. Send Money Order or Postal Notes or Orders (left blank) to

ERNEST SLINGER,St- George’s, Grenada, W est, Indies, •>

t S - NOVEMBER BARGAINS.5-

St. Vincent, 5/- lake, unused 0Great Britain, id . lilac, iiwtrud wmk. o

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,, 2 ,, 0 8 5 0,, 3 ,, 1 0 7 3,, 5 ,, ■>> ... 1 3 10 0

Canada, Jubilee, 3 cento ............. 0 3 1 9• „ maple leaves, 4 c e n t............. 0 5 3 3

ii ,, 1 ii 0 3 1 6ii n 3 ,, 0 2 0 8

* „ „ 6 ............. 4 6 35 0,, Map, several shades ... 0 8 5 0

* it Provl., 2 on 8 cents. 2 kinds 1 3 10 0•China, 1898, 4 cent, chocolate 0 3 1 8* .. 1 orauge ............. 0 6 3 3

„ 10 ;, green ............. a 6 11 6•Cuba, 1891,5 cento, green ............. 0 4 2 3• „ 10 „ claret ............. 0 <) 6 0• „ 1894, 1 „ blue ............. 0 6 3 6'• „ ,, 24 „ lilac .............• ,, 1896, 1 cent, lilao-brown

0 5 2 90 3 1 9

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i 4 10 60 6 4 0

•Grenada, 1899, jd ................................. 0 8 5 0•Gwalior. 3 pies, red ....................... 0 5 3 OHolkar, j anna, u s e d ......................... 0 6 4 0

,, 4 ii - , 1 0 7 6•Honduras, 20 kinds, equally assorted 3 0•India, 8 pies, red ........................ 0 5 2 9Johore, 1896, 1 cent ......................... 0 6 3 9

•* n 3 „ 0 8 5 0Labuan, 1897, 1 c e n t ....................... . 0 5 2 9

a>* 99 4 »» *•• 0 8 5 0ii ii 3 ,i ... ... 1 0 7 3it ii ^ ii ••• ••• 1 3 10 0

New South Wales, 1899, Ad. green ... 0 3 1 6. .. 6d. orange ... 0 10 6 0

•Nioaragua, 33 kinds, equally assorted 3 0Pern, 10 kinds, equally assorted 0 5 3 0

‘ Porto Rico, 1694, £ mil, chocolate ... 0 2 1 0• ,, n 1 ii bine ... 0 3 1 6* „ 1896, i „ v io le t............. 0 2 0 10

12 100

‘ Porto Bico, 1896, 1 mil, lilac-brown ... 6 2 6 10* ,, >i 2 ,. yellow-green... 0 3 1 9* ,, on U,S. 1 cent, green ... 0 9 5 6St. Helena, old issue, £d , used . . 1 0 7 6

•Salvador, 33 kindB, equally assorted .. — 3 0•Sarawak, 1899, 2 on 3 cents 1 0 7 6•Straits, 4 on 8 cents, blue ... 1 9 14 9* ,, 4 on 5 „ red ... ... 1 4 10 6Uruguay, 12 kinds, assorted ............... 0 6 3 3

•Zanzibar. 1899, £anna.. ................0 10 6 6‘ ,, ,, 1 ............1 6 12 0

SETS.per dpz. sets,

s. d.‘ Antigua, 1884 4, 1, 21, 4, 6 ............ ... 46 0Borneo, 1895. 4, 10, 20, 30. 40 ....................... 12 0

,, 1897,1 ,2 ,3 .5 ,6 , 8 .......................... 6 0„ „ 1, 2 3, 6, 6, 8. 12, 18, 24 ; . 18 0

‘ British Bechuanaland, £d. Id, 2d, 4d, 6d, 1/-... 45 0 Ceylon Service. 2, 6, 15, 30 cents 7 6

•Cuba. 1899, 1, 2, 3, 5*10 cento.........................13 0Gold Coast, old issue. Id , Id , 3d, 6d, 1/- ... 7 6Guatemala, 1897 oblong, 1, 2, 6, 10 cento ... 2 6Holkar, ^ 4, l,-2 a n n a s ................................... 6 0

•Holland, 1899, 4. 1, 2, 21. 3 cento ............. 2 6Labuan, 1895, 4, 10, 20, 30, 40 ... ... 12 0

„ 1897, 1, 2. 3, 5, 6, 8 ......................... 6 0„ „ 1, 2 8, 5, 6, 8. 12,18, 24 ... 18 0

•Liberia, 1880, 1, 2, 6 12. 24 ......................... 20 0Montenegro, 1874, 2, 3 5, 7, 10. 15, 25 ... 12 O

„ Jubilee 2, 3, 5, 7,10 15, 25 ... 12 6Post Due, 1, 2, 3, 5,10, 20 ... 8 0

Nyassa, 1898, 2$ 300 reis ....................... 27 OParaguay, head, 1, 2 4. 5 cento .............. 1 6

•Philippines, 1898. 1, 2, 3, 6 mils .............. 2 6•Porto Kico, 1892. J, 1, 2. 4 6, 8 3 0* ,: 1898,1, 2 ,3 ,5 ......................... 2 6* „ surcharged, sets of 12 ... ... 18 0Portugal, Vasco da Gama, 2£. 5,10, 25 1 6

•Seychelles, 2, 3. 4, 8, 10, 12. 16, 16 16 0•Soudan, Camel, 1, 2, 3. 5 m i ls ......................... 4 0St. Helena, old issue, id , Id, l(d , 2d, 2}d, 3d,

4d, 6d, u s e d ...............................................30 0Tonga, first issue, Id, 2d, 6d, 11- ..............16 0Transvaal, 1885, £d, Id, 2d, 3d, 4d, 6d, 1/- ... 3 6

•Zanzibar, 1899, £, 1, 2, 2$, 8, 4 annas..............18

• are unused.Those markedWHOLESALE LIST. SO PAGES, POST FEEE ON APPLICATION.

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E. G A IR S B O R G ,] P v le a Bd., p o a t f r e e (9t h y e a r ) .. ^

Full o f articles o f philatelic interest, illustrations of79, Rue Paradis, stamps and philatelists.

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Catalogue of stamps issued during 1899, Philatelicprice Ust, sent free Societies and Exchange Clubs, Ac , &c

everywhere.

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TWICE MONTHLY, about the 10th & 26thof each month daring the stamp season and once a month in the aummer. The proprietors rely upon philatelic advertisers to support them, promising a large circulation among bona fide English and Foreign Collectors. Dates of next few issues are announced below.

ALFRED SMITH & SON’S

MONTHLY CIRCULAR.(26th Year of Publication),

Advertisements must be sent as follows:— For Fab. lath Issue .. Feb. 5th.

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WEST NDIAN . ■. . Postage Stamps.

200 GRAND VARIETIES,Including complete current set of Grenada, v iz . :—

1, %, 2J, 2$, 3, 6, 8, 1/-, Unpaid Id., 2d„ 3d. ; rinidad, current set, 1, 1, 2, 2£, 4, 6, 6d., 1/- (and

obsolete); Barbados, two last issues nearly complete ; British Guiana, set of 6 Jubilees; St. Vincent-and St. Lucia (large variety) ; Tobago (obsolete); fine set of H ay ti; Martinique, Guadeloupe, Leewards, &o. A really splendid and attraotive collection from these interesting colonies. All stamps in finest condition. Postage and registration free. First-class references furnished. Price ; £1 sterling, 21 marks, 26 francs or 6 dollors in money order, postal, cheque, draft or gold, t o :—

ERNEST SLINGER,St. George’s, Grenada, West Indies.

Mar

37 & 39, Essex Street, LONDON, V.C.O LA TE S T NOVELTY

For philatelists, is a ruled approval book, which is absolutely the' finest in the trade.

1st.—Each book is ruled to hold 120 stamps (on one side of the paper only), and is printed on bank paper.

2nd.—Each book is bonnd in a strong artistic cover, printed in colour.

3rd.—Each book will fit an ordinary envelope without folding. 4th.—Each book contains the usual Instructions printed In

the English , French, and Oerman Languages, a feature only to be found In our books.

FOCBTH EDITION NOW BEADY.1 2 fo r8 d .; 29 for 1/2 ; SO for 2s.; 100 for Ss. 2d. Carnage paid.

The nth edition of our celebrated ruled sheets is now ready. Bach sheet is ruled (on finest bank paper) to hold 60 stamps,

usual rules and space for your name and address. 29, 6d.; 50, n d . ; 100, is. 6d., 250, 3s. 6d.; 300,6s ; 1,000, ns. C a rn a g e paid.



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Liberal discount for a series of Adverlismcnts.V o l . I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , bound, cloth

gilt, Post-free...............................................6/-V l . I , I t , I I I , IV , V , V I , V I I an d V I I I , V n b o u n d 5 - V o l . V I I I , B o u n d , 3/-; U n b o u n d , . ... 2/.

Communications must be addressed toT h e P h il a t e l ic C h r o n ic l e a n d A d v e r t is e r , '■

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The Philatelic Chronicle In addition to its vary large circle to Subscribers, is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society and Midland Countlee Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation of eaeh and every issue is 1,000. ____________ _________________

C O M M IT T E E under the auspices of the London Society has been formed to inaugurate a special subscription

from philatelists for the W ar Relief Fund. W hy the cult should be called upon to provide specially is not clear. Philatelists, in their capacity as citizens, have had many opportunities of contributing and we doubt not have done so loyally, so that we quite fail to see why they should be asked as a special section of the community. Still it may be that many, who have been unable to give in current coin to the extent of their wish, will be glad of the means offered for a contribution in kind, and it is certainly most generous of the gentlemen forming the committee, the honorary secretaries to it, M e s s r s . W a l t e r

B u l l and H. R. O l d f ie l d , the honorary secretaries of the various philatelic societies who are supporting it and the firm of auctioneers who have volunteered to do the selling, to enter so enthusiastically upon the task and we trust their efforts will find a meet reward. Members of the B ir m in g h a m

N e w S u b s c r ip t io n s to th e “ A d v e r t is e r ” a re e n t i t l e d to o n e s h o r t A d v e r t is e m e n t . S u b s c r ip t io n 6d fo r 6 is s u e s , p o s t - fr e e .

All communications for the next issue should reach us by the Tenth of the Month at latest. We cannot guarantee insertion if received alter that date.

Ja n . 29t h , 1900.

CONTENTS.

E d i t o r i a l .....................................................C h r o n ic le ...................................................Postman's Knock ................................Notes on E n g lish Stam ps ......................T h eT ra n sva a l Revenue Stam ps ............The Green on Red Maltese Crass ObliterationsSenfs 1900 A lbum ; Society Reports...........Notices .. . . . . ... ......................

Pa%e. ... 15 ... 26 ... 26 ... 27 ... 28 ... 28 ... 3® ... 31

P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y and others can send their contributions by February 5th to M r.G. J o h n s o n .

•v

W e have received a considerable number of letters and several orders and advertisements for the British Stamp Directory which many people seemed to expect in the early part of this year. W e printed a large edition of the 1899 Directory and, although the sale has been quite up to expectation, we have still a stock in hand. The book is not yet nine months old, having been published end of

ii. THK PHILAT£fc|.C. M * Q ; A D V K R T ÎS ^

a THE18 PUBLI fiODD '

TWICE MONTHLY, about the 10th &2Sthof eaob. month during the- stamp season and ouee a month' in the summer. The proprietors: rely upon philatelic advertisers to support vtham, promising a large oiroulation among bona fid e English and Foreign Oolieotors. Dates of next, few issues'are/ announced below.


(26th Year o fP n b ltca tio D ).

Advertisements must be sent as followsFor Fob* 12th Issue .. Feb. 5th.J9 Feb. 26th „ .. Feb. 20th,„ Mar. 12th „ .. .. Mar. 6th.„ Mar. Slat „ .. .. Mar. 26th.

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for three or more issues, are subjeot to an allowanoe of-334 per oent. and all ads. must be prepaid,

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ADOJtSSS ALL GOMIUMCATIONS TO

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WEST NDIAN . .. . Postage Stamps.

200 G R A N D V A R IE T IE S ,Including oompljete current set of Grenada, viz.:—

A 1, % 2i, % * 3 , 6, B , Unpaid Id., 2d., 3d.; Trinidad, current set, $, 1, 2, 2£, 4, 6, 6d., 1/. (and obsolete); Barbados, two.last issues nearly complete; British Guiana, set of 6 Jubilees; St. Vificeht-and

Lucia (large variety); Tobago, (obsolete); fine set •tff Hayti; Martinique, ‘(Guadeloupe, Leewards, Ao. A nwlly splendid and attiAotive collection from these, interesting colonies. All- stamper in finest condition, postage and registration free. First-class references

/Price i £Xsterling', 21 marks,-26 frahos or “ 5 dollors in money order, postal, cheque, draft or gold, t o _

ERNEST SLINGER,

37 ft 39. Essex Street, LONDON, W.C.O LA TEST NOVELTY

For philatelists, Is a ruled approval book, which is absolutely the* finest in the trade.

1st.—Bach book Is ruled to bold 120 staihps (on one side of the paper only), and is pxioted on bank paper.

2nd.—Bach boot is bonna In a strong artisnc. cover, printed in colour.

3rd.—Each book-will fit an ordinary envelope without folding. 4th.—Each book contains The usual instructions printed In

the E nglish , Frenoh, and Germ an Languages, a feature only to be found in our books.

FOURTH EDITION NOW READY.1 2 fo r8 d .; ZSforJ/2; 90 for 2s.; 100 for 8s, Od. Carriage paid.

The uth edition of our celebrated ruled sheets Is now ready.Bach .sheet Is ruled (on finest bank paper) to hold 60 staipps,

usual rules and space for your name and address.. ay,6d.; 50, u d .; 100, is. 6d.; 230, 3s. 6d. ; 300,6s ; r.ooo, 11s. Carnage paid. • A specimen book and sheet post-free for id. stamp only.

Foreign orders must be accompanied by id. In the is. extra, to defray co9t of increased postage. ' - ,

AR TH UR H O M TBITS & CO.,Philatciic Dealers & Publishers

8*. George’s, Grenada, West Indies.Mar

X4t Chester Green Rogfi,Established 1883* f

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11, and 3d, each all others.

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Subscriptions and advertisements must be prepaid.Halfpenny Stamps should always bo sent in prefer

ence to those of any other value. Money from abroad must be remitted by Postal Order or Notes. Amounts under 2/- may be sent by unused stamps, higher values, at current rate of exchange. Unused U.S. and Canadian high values accepted at face value. Postal and Money Orders payable at W ilton Hoad, Aston.

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments.V o l . I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V II I , bound, cloth

gilt, Post-free............................................... 6/-V l I, I f , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , V n b o u n d 5 /- Vo l . V I I I , B ound , 3/-; U nbou nd , . ... 2/*

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Feotham Road, Handswortb, Birmingham.A ll Articles are Copyright.


The Philatelic Chronicle In addition to Its vary large circle subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the

Birmingham Philatelic Society and Midland Conntloi Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of thee* Societies. The gnarantced minimum circulation of each and every Issue le 1,000.___________________________________

C O M M IT T E E under the auspices of the London Society has been formed to inaugurate a special subscription

from philatelists for the W ar Relief Fund. W hy the cult should be called upon to provide specially is rot clear, philatelists, in their capacity as citizens, have had many opportunities of contributing and we doubt not have done so loyally, so that we quite fail to see why they should be asked as a special section of the community. Still it may be that many, who have been unable to give in current coin to the extent of their wish, will he glad of the means offered for a contribution in kind, and it is certainly most generous of the gentlemen forming the committee, the honorary secretaries to it, M e s s r s . W a l t e r

B u l l and H . R. O l d f ie l d , the honorary secretaries of the various philatelic societies who are supporting it and the firm of auctioneers who have volunteered to do the selling, to enter so enthusiastically upon the task and we trust their efforts will find a meet reward. Members of the B ir m in g h a m

N e w S u b sc r ip t io n s to th e “ A d v e r t is e r ’ " a re e n t i t l e d t o o n e s h o r t A d v e r t is e m e n t . S u b s c r ip t io n 6d. fo r 6 is s u e s , p o s t - f r e e .

Ail communications for the next issue should reach us by the T e n t h o p t h e M o n t h at latest. We cannot guarantee insertion if received after that date.

Ja n . 29t h , 1900.

CONTENTS.

E d i t o r i a l ...................................................C h r o n ic le ...................................................Post man's Knock ................................Notes on E n g lish Stam ps ......................The Transvaal Revenue Stam ps ............The Green on Red Ualtese Cross Obliterations S c n fs 1900 A lb u m ; Society Reports ... Notices ... ... - .

Page.... 15 ... 26 ... 26 ... 27 ... 28 ... 28... 30... 31

P h i l a t e l i c S o c ie t y and others can send their contributions by February 5th to M r.G. Jo h n s o n .

& $

W e have received a considerable number of letters and several orders and advertisements for the British Stamp Directory which many people seemed to expect in the early part of this year. W e printed a large edition of the 1899 Directory and, although the sale has been quite up to expectation, we have still a stock in hand. The book is not yet nine months old, having been published end of

26 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

March, 1899, and is, therefore, still up-to-date as regards its information. This being the case, and our stock being sufficient to last a few months longer, we propose to publish the new edition next season, when we trust to produce even a better work than the one that has given such universal satisfaction.

CHRONICLE,U S TR A L IA .— Since January 1st, the use oi new

ourrency. crowns and heller, in place of the old florins and kreuzers, has been obligatory in

AuBtria-Hungary. This has necessitated an alteration in the postage, the single letter rate to foreign countries being now 25 heller instead of 10 kreuzer. A new issue of stamps w ith values in orowns and heller has made its appearance of the same type as its predecessor.

COOK ISLAN D S.— A permanent £d. stamp of the bird type has appeared.

$d. penny, blue.C RETE .— It is said that a new permanent issue

has been printed in London. The values are 1 lepton to 5 drachma, and various designs are used, including the head of Prince Qeorge.

CAPE OF GOOD H O PE .— The Daily Telegraph correspondent at the Cape, wires 3rd Jan .:— “ The new Cape penny postage stamp is issued to-day. I t is neat in design, but is unfavourably criticised, because of the entire absence of any indications of the Im perial connection, contrasting badly, in that respect, with the recent issue of the Canadian 2 cent stamp, bearing a world-map.”

F R E N C H CO LO NIES.—New Colonial or Vice- Consular stamps aro announced in several directions. Among the newest named localities are Dahomey and Dependencies and Port Said. M. Maury states that by a degree of October 17th, French Soudan was divided between Senegal, Ivory Coast and Guinea. W e presume therefore that the French Soudanese Btamps are now obsolete.

G R E AT B R IT A IN .— The following communication has been reoeived from the Secretary, the General Post Office, London :— “ In reply to your letter of the 8th inst., I am directed by the Postmaster General to state that no date has yet been fixed for carrying out the proposed alterations in the halfpenny and shilling Btamps. I t is only in regard to these stamps that any changes are contemplated.”

H U N G A R Y .—The new issue for Hungary is out, or some portion of it. We have received from Mr, Szekula Bela, the 5 filler, and a contemporary has seen the 1 filler, The figure of value is in black.

1 filler, grey.5 ,, bright green,

MOROCCO.—The Gorman consulate has appointed a post office in Morocco. Ordinary German stamps overprinted Marocco 5 centimos have been issued. Mr. J. Cansino has sent us specimens.

3 centimos on 3 pf., black on brown.5 I t on 5 pft., „ ou green.

10 I t on 10 pf., „ on carmine.25 I I on 20 pf., ., on blue.30 I t on 25 pf., „ on orange.60 I t on 50 pf., „ on brown.

N E W Z E A LA N D .—Mr. H . M. Stowell, of Hawera, New Zealand, sends us a pair of Id. rose, of the 1862 type, showing the flaw in hair—something like a chisel cut. We have seen it previously in used copies. Mr. Stowell also sends us a used copy of the Government Printing Office Frank Stamp—a new issue. I t has the Royal monogram in circle, with Postage above, and Fbee below impressed on the envelope in black. Mr. Stowell also informs us that the New Zealand printing of the series “ slightly changed ” of 1898 is ready, but not yet available. This information is dated Nov. 24th, 1899.

S P A IN .—The Spanish postage stamps of the present series are now undergoing the changes of colour necessitated by the adherence to the rules of the Universal Postal Union. The 5 centimos now appears in green and the 10 centimos in red. The 2 and the 20 centimos are to change colour also, the first is going to be black, the latter orange.

SARAW AK.—The following are issued in Postal Union colours,

4c. carmine.10c. ultramarine.

SOUTH A U S T R A L IA .-M r. L . S. Charlick has sent us the new Id ., 2d., and 2£d. The types remain the same, hut the colours are changed. The £d. green is not to be issued for some time. The 4d. is to be changed to brown, and it is possibly the Id. red will be printed with another kind of ink, as complaints aro made that the new colour runs badly.

Id. carmine, rose.2d. bright violet.24d. slate blue.

U N IT E D STATES.—The U.S, Government are contemplating a new issue to advertise the Buffalo Exhibition. As the protests against the high-value Omahas were so numerous, the values of the Buffalo series will be confined to those of lc., 2c., 4c., 5c., 8c., and 10c.


H E new Hungarian stamps are priced in “ filler.” Your Pobtman is not a big bug on foreign currencies, but the idea conveyed to his mind by

** filler ” suggests rather something to eat than a ooin of the realm.

T H K P H IL A T IH C CH RO NICLR AND AD VE R TISE R . »

The “ English Stamp Exchange,” lately carried on by Mr. G. A. Foster, has been taken over by Mr. W. S. Webb, secretary of the “ British Specialist ” club, with which it is now incorporated. The united club will henceforth be known as the “ Greater Britain Stamp Exchange,” and is likely to become one of the strongest of the specialist or restricted exchange clubs. Only British, Colonial, and United States stamps are circulated; rules may be had from the secretary, W.S. Webb, Walpole, Halesworth, Suffolk.

* **Lest your P ostman should, on surreptitiously

perusing the postcard conveying the foregoing information, be misled into the nction that the U.3. had lately been quietly annexed by the British, the secretary of the ** Greater Britain ” has thoughtfully sent him a card direct, volunteering the explanation that he admits U.S. stamps because they represent the American Edition of the Britishers: and, lest the loyal sentiment of Canada should feel slighted by this, he adds that of course she is still more nearly and dearly related, being our “ American Addition."

• ••A society for Junior Collectors has been formed in

London, under the title of the “ Junior London Philatelic Society.” Fortnightly meetings to discuss stamps, hear papers, &c., have been arranged. On Feb. 3rd is a paper, with lantern views, by Mr. F . J. Melville. The secretary is Mr. James B. Melville.

• •«I understand that the new British Stamps are not

to be issued until August.• *

A contemporary quaintly suggests that the bird appearing on the new Cook Islands Jd. atamp is the “ ooff-bird " of fame. Perhaps the editor has seen one of the new pigeon stamps for the what-is-it country, New Zealand way— the Cock and Hen Islands I think they are called. These bear a representation of of the gull—allegorically representing the Philatelist who will Bwallow anything—even pigeon stamps from the Non-existant Islands.

N O T E S ON E N G L IS H ST A M P S.By W. S. W eb b .

MORE POSTCARD IIEMS.

FIRST, I must correct a misprint in last month’s note on postcards—on page 19, col. 2, line 6 — where “ type I I I . ” should of course read type

I I . This error must have rendered the paragraph somewhat vague reading to many.

The new Jd. aDd Id. cards are, to my thinking, a worthy addition to our collections, and moreover very acceptably and usefully big ' not, however, a new size, being of precisely the' same dimensions as were the

brown Id., 1 $d, and 2d. cards, whioh with the 3d. red, were current in 1890, the Id. Jubilee card of that year being also of the same size.

The court-shape card has been brought up-to-date, its legend being made identical with that of the larger card by the omission of the word “ from.” The first specimen I saw was posted in Birmiugham on January 1st, but its debut may have beeu a little earlier. I can detect no difference in type or setting between the two sizes of Ad. cards now current except that there is a wider space between the wording and the stamp on the larger card. In December I saw a stamped-to-order card of the large size, the whole impression on which was identical with that latterly found on the now obsolete small card of the seme class—viz., arms type lib . stamp Die A, and no instruction as to address; this card had not the extra space between “ oard ” and the stamp;

THBEE DIES or POSTCARD STAMPS.Some collectors may not yet be clear on the subject

of the three types in which the present design of )d. postcard stamps may be found: full and illustrated details of these may be found in Ewen’s catalogue ; also in Mr. W . T. Wilson’s “ Postcards of the British Empire,” which ran in Stamps during last yeir. Calling them dies A, B, and C, the differences mav be briefly stated thus:—Die A has eight distiuct white curves or loops along the top— 4 on either aide of the arched label. Dies B and C have portions of a fifth curve just showing above the rising frame of the label on both sides of i t ; this point distinguishes them from die A, whilst they differ materially from each other in the thickness of the inner white line of the square frame—a line which by tho exigencies of the design is left to imagination except at its four angles. In die B these corner lines are tbio, whereas in C they are much broader. There are also slight differences in the lines of the hair, and in the shading of the ribbons. Die A has invariably accompanied the small size of arms (type II.), being at present only used for stamping private cards. Dies B and C have been in concurrent use for post office cards since 1888. being employed to about an equal extent. As a rule the reply cards have not the same type of stamp on both halves ; but I have found examples in both dies where the two stamps are alike. That these differences are not so trivial as to be negligable by careful collectors is proved by the fact that, once the details are mastered, they can be readily distinguished apart, without necessity of comparison.

FURTHER LIST OF PAID-MARKS.To the list of townB where these are used, which I

gave last month, I can now add the follow ing:— Accrington, Belfast, Bolton, Bradford (Yorks.), Edinburgh, Exeter, Ipswich, Liverpool, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford and Stoke-on-Trent. For all but one of the above I am indebted to Rev. P . E. Raynor,

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March, 1899, and is, therefore, still up-to-date as regards its information. This being the case, and our stock being sufficient to last a few months longer, we propose to publish the new edition next season, when we trust to produce evan a better work than the one that has given such universal satisfaction.

CHRONICLE,U STR A LIA .— Since January 1st, the use of new

ourrency. crowns and heller, in place of the old florins and kreuzers, has been obligatory in

Austria-Hungary. This has necessitated an alteration in the postage, the single letter rate to foreign countries being now 25 heller instead of lOkreuzer. A new issue of stamps with values in crowns and heller has made its appearance of the same type as its predecessor.

COOK ISLAN D S.— A permanent £d. stamp of the bird type has appeared.

^d. penny, blue.C RETE .— It is said that a new permanent issue

has been printed in London. The values are 1 lepton to 5 drachma, and various designs are used, including the head of Prince George.

CAPE OP GOOD H O PE.— The Daily Telegraph correspondent at the Cape, wires 3rd Jan .:— “ The new Cape penny postage stamp is issued to-day. I t is neat in design, but is unfavourably criticised, because of the entire absence of any indications of the Im perial connection, contrasting badly, in that respect, with the recent issue of the Canadian 2 cent stamp, bearing a world-map.”

F R E N C H C O LO N IES .—New Colonial or Vice- Coneular stamps are announced in several directions. Among the newest named localities arc Dahomey and Dependencies and Port Said. M. Maury states that by a degree of October 17th, French Soudan was divided between Senegal, Ivory Coast and Guinea. W e presume therefore that the French Soudanese stamps are now obsolete.

G REAT B R IT A IN ,—The following communication has been received from the Secretary, the General Post Office, London :—“ In reply to your letter of the 8th inst., I am directed by the Postmaster General to state that no date has yet been fixed for carrying out the proposed alterations in the halfpenny and shilling stamps. I t is only in regard to these stamps that any changes are contemplated.”

H U N G A R Y .—The new issue for Hungary is out, or some portion of it. We have received from Mr. Szekula Bela, the 5 filler, and a contemporary has seen the 1 filler, The figure of value is in black,

1 filler, grey.6 „ bright green.

MOROCCO.— The German consulate has appointed a post office in Morocco. Ordinary German stamps overprinted MaroCCO 5 centimos have been issued. Mr. J. Cansino has sent us specimens.

3 centimos on 3 pf., black on brown.5 II on 5 pft., I t on green.

10 11 on 10 pf., 11 on carmine.25 I I on 20 pf., •1 on blue.30 II on 25 pf., I I on orange.60 II on 50 pf., I I on brown.

N E W Z E A LA N D .— Mr. H. M. Stowell, of Hawera, New Zealand, sends us a pair of Id. rose, of the 1862 type, showing the flaw in hair—something like a chisel cut. We have seen it previously in used copies. Mr. Stowell also sends us a used copy of the Government Printing Office Frank Stamp—a new issue. I t has tho Royal monogram in circle, with P o s t a g e above, and F r e e below impressed on the envelope in black. Mr, Stowell also informs us that the New Zealand printing of the series “ slightly changed ” of 1898 is ready, but not yet available. This information is dated Nov. 24th, 1899.

S PA IN .—The Spanish postage stamps of the present series are now undergoing the changes of colour necessitated by the adherence to the rules of the Universal Postal Union. The 5 centimos now appears in green and the 10 centimos in red. The 2 and the 20 centimos are to change colour also, the first is going to be black, the latter orange.

SARAW AK.— The following are issued in Postal Union colours,

4c. carmine.10c. ultramarine

SOUTH A U S T R A L IA .-M r . L . S. Charlick has sent us the new Id., 2d., and 2£d. The types remain the same, but the colours are changed. The jd. green is not to be issued for some time. The 4d. is to be changed to brown, and it is possibly the Id. red will bo printed with another kind of ink, as complaints are made that the new colour runs badly.

Id. carmine, rose.2d. bright violet.2Jd. slate blue.

U N IT E D STATES.—The U,S. Government are contemplating a new issue to advertise the Buffalo Exhibition. As the protests against the high-value Omahas were so numerous, tbe values of the Buffalo series will be confined to those of lc., 2c., 4c., 5c., 8c., and 10c.


T H E new Hungarian stamps are priced in “ filler.” Your P o s tm a n is not a big bug on foreign currencies, but the idea conveyed to his mind by

“ filler ” suggests rather something to eat than a coin of the realm.

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Tho " English Stamp Exchange,” lately carried on by Mr, G. A. Poster, has been taken over by Mr. W. S. Webb, secretary of the “ British Specialist” club, with which it is now incorporated. The united club will henceforth be known as the “ Greater Britain Stamp Exchange,” and is likely to become one of the strongest of the specialist or restricted exchange clubs. Only British, Colonial, and United States stamps are circulated; rules may bo had from tho secretary, W.S. Webb, Walpole, Halosworth, Suffolk.

* •*Lest your Postman should, on surreptitiously

perusing the postcard conveying the foregoing information, be misled into the action that the U.S. had lately been quietly annexed by the British, the secretary of the •• Greater Britain ” has thoughtfully sent him a card direct, volunteering the explanation that ho admits U.S. stamps because they represent the American Edition of the Britishers: and, lest the loyal sentiment of Canada should feel slighted by this, ho adds that of courso she is still more nearly and dearly related, being our “ American Addition."

* **A society for Junior Collectors has been formed in

London, under the title of the “ Junior London Philatelic Society.” Fortnightly meetings to discuss stamps, hear papers, &c., have been arranged. On Feb. 3rd is a paper, with lantern views, by Mr. F . J.Melville. The secretary is Mr. James B. .Melville.

* *I understand that the new British Stamps arc not

to be issued until August.* **

A contemporary quaintly suggests that the bird appearing on the new Cook Islands £d. stamp is the 11 ooff-bird ” of fame. Perhaps the editor has soen one of the now pigeon stamps for the what-is-it country, Now Zealand way—the Cock and Hon Islands I think they are called. These bear a representation of of the gull—allegorically representing the Philatelist who will swallow anything—even pigeon stamps from the Non-existant Islands.

N O T E S O N E N G L IS H S T A M P S .By W. S. W ebb .

MOBE POSTCABD HEMS.

FIR ST , I must correct a misprint in last month’s note on postcards—on page 19, col. 2, lino 6 — where “ type I I I . ” should of course read type

II , This error must have rendered the paragraph somewhat vague reading to many.

The new Jd. and Id. cards are, to my thinking, a worthy addition to our collections, and moreover very acceptably and usefully big : not, howover, a now size, being of precisely the sonm dimensions as were the

brown Id., lid , and 2d. cards, which with the 3d. red, were current'in 1890, the Id. Jubilee card of that year being also of the same size.

Tho court-shape card has been brought up-to-date, its legend being made identical with that of the larger card by the omission of the word “ from.” The first specimen I saw was posted in Birmingham on January 1st, but its debiit may have beeu a little earlier. I can detect no difference in type or setting between the two sizes of id . cards now current except that there is a wider space between the wording and the stamp on the larger card. In December I saw a stamped-to-order card of the large size, the whole impression on which was identical with that latterly found on the now obsolete small card of the same class—viz., arms type lib . stamp Die A, and no instruction as to address ; this card had not the extra space between “ oard ” and the stamp;

THREE DIES OF P08TCARD STAMPS.Some collectors may not yet be clear on the subject

of the three types in which the present design of Jd. postcard stamps may be found: full and illustrated details of these may be found in Ewen’s catalogue ; also in Mr. W . T. Wilson’s “ Postcards of the British Empire,” which ran in Stamps during last year. Calling them dies A, B. and C, the differences mav be briefly stated t h u s D i e A has eight distinct white curves or loops along the top—4 on either side of the arched label. Dies B and C have portions of a fifth curve just showing above the rising frame of the label on both sides of i t ; this point distinguishes them from die A, whilst they differ materially from each other in the thickness of the inner white line of the square frame—a line which by the exigencies of the design is left to imagination except at its four angles. In die B these corner lines are thin, whereas in C they are much broader. There are also slight differences in the lines of the hair, and in the shading of the ribbons. Die A has invariably accompanied tho small size of arms (type II.), being at present only used for stamping private cards. Dies B and C have keen in concurrent use for post office cards since 1888. being employed to about an equal extent. As a rule the repty cards have not the same type of stamp on both halves : but I have found examples in both dies where the two stamps are alike. That these differences are not so trivial as to be negligabte by careful collectors is proved by the fact that, once the details are mastered, they can be readily distinguished apart, without necessity of comparison.

FURTHER LIST OF FAID-MARES.To the list of towns where these are used, which I

gave last month, I can now add the follow ing:— AccringtoD, Belfast, Bolton, Bradford (Yorks.), Edinburgh, Exeter, Ipswich, Liverpool, Norwich, Nottingham, Oxford and Stoke-on-Trent. For all but one of the above I am indebted to Rev. P. E, Raynor,

M T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

of School House, Ipswich—a gentleman who has for some years collected “ Postal Paid-marks ” as philatelic items, and who thinks that they are now in use in most of the larger provincial head post offices. The only names of provincial offices expressly mentioned in the Post Office Guide are those of Edinburgh and Dublin (the latter not being in above list), “ and ” it goes on to say, “ certain large towns in the provinces." Sixteen different offices in London are specially mentioned, including the G P.O

There are also in use special large hand-stamps for parcels prepaid in money, which answer the purposes the usual label, postmark, and postage stamps all in one. These are, of course, also quite philatelic objects, I have seen, once only, a square mark, apparently from a rubber die, in violet, containing this inscription “ $d. postage due for return to sender.” As this gives neither date nor place of posting, it must needs be both a postage-due and returned-letter stamp In one, but certainly not a mere postmark,

ABNORMAL VABIETIE8 OF OFFICIALS.

I have come across another specimen of the 2£d. lilac “ I.B . Official " with a stop after the word, similar to that of the initials: this makes the third one I have noticed, the lettering in lower corners being respectively KS, L P , and LS. I have also seen the 1/- salmon “ Govt. Parcels,” plate 14, with a stop after “ Parcels ” ; this stamp was lettered KD. I had previously recorded a similar feature on the 1/-, plate 18, lettered AD. The 6d. green “ Govt, Parcels ” may be found with the right-hand end of the bar of T slanting downwards, the letter thus reminding one of a railway signal.

NOTELET8

The “ Greater Britain ” Stamp Club has (or had) in its January packet a mint strip of thr«.e of the Id. black “ Royal reprint ” — which was struck from plate 66 of the Id. in 1864. The large crown watermark is inverted, and the stamps of course are imperforate. On comparing an original Id black with this rare reprint the differences between Dies I. and I I . are brought into unusual prominence.

I have formed the opinion that in all probability our present 2jd., 3d., and 6d. stamps are all printed in one and the same shade and nature of ink ; and that the different surface tints are produced by the strong tones of the coloured papers showing through the semitransparent ink. I t may even be that the same ink is employed as for the Id. and 5d. The purple of the l£d., 9d. and lOd, is a little heavier.

For a short time about 1883 the contractors’ name under the flap of certain registered envelopes of that period was spelt M'Corquodale instead of McCorquo- dale, the form in which it first appeared, and does to thiB day. This error is only found on a few of the earliest envelopes with undated stamp.

The much-tie-heralded new colours for the Jd. and.

Id. are still so new that nobody appears to have ) at seen them : another warning of the unwisdom of prophesying before the event.

T H E T R A N S V A A L R E V E N U E S T A M P S .

Mr. Morley’s article in our December issue has beca well received by the Philatelic press. Euiens Week-y and the Philatelic E ra were the first to favour&Liy comment upon it. Two types upou the presentation plates got misplaced owing to their great similarity. Type I I . should be Type I. with overprint V.ft. TRANSVAAL, but the two got reversed in the setting up. The December number can still be supplied, and new subscribers can have it in addition to the 1900 issues, if they ask for it when sending subscriptions.

T Y P E I. T Y P E II .

T H E G R E E N O N R E D M A L T E S E C R O SS O B L IT E R A T IO N S .

I N the November Chronicle , under the heading “ Philatelic Frauds ” appeared the following paragraph:—

G R E AT B R IT A IN . —Specialists in British stamp are warned against early Id. and 2d stamps with brilliant green Maltese Cross postmarks, which there is every reason to believe are many years younger than the stampB on which they are found. The source appears to be Edinburgh. The stamps will be found to be more or less carefully cleaned specimens, one specimen of Id. black shown to us having a distinct red Maltese Cross under that in green.

On November 26th I received a letter from Mr. Ernest A. Hegginbottom, B A ., of Rochdale, on the subject, enclosing the opinions of experts whom he had consulted with regard to a copy in his own possession which bore this double obliteration. 1 append Mr. Heginbottom’s communications :—

*• Woodfield, Rochdale,“ 25/11/99.

“ Dear Sir,— Re your warning against early black and red English with two varied colours of Maltese Cross obliteration.

TH K R H IL A T K L IC C H RO NICLE AND AD VE R TISE R .

11 As a collector and specialist in used English, for which I got amongst other medals - highest possible medal at the recent Exhibition, I am much interested in your remarks re obliterations of Maltese Crosses. We philatelists should be very much indebted to you for pointing out such forgeries for our knowledge and future guidance. Am I right in deducting from your remarks that no genuine early black and rid stamps imperf can exist with two distinct coloured Maltese Crosses obliteration, one naturally being under the other. I f so, I must rather beg to differ somewhat, as although expert opinions do and always will differ on this point and although no actual guarantee can be given, yet I send you extracts of some correspondence I have had re a stamp I have in my own collection, namely a Id. black with Maltese Crosses in green and red. I also have a Id. red imperf with Maltese Crosses in black and red ; but the correspondence alludes really to the former, as the latter is simply an example of showing the change in use of red ink pads from earliest black ink ones. Doubtless the black stamps of mine may not be officially attested to in one sense, but there is not much reason to doubt or to hint at it being obliterated by any person away from the post office roof in question. Some say it ie a forgery, but I have others who say not so, and, personally, the opinion of the latter is as good as most of the former in these cases, as some of our leading experts have not studied these early obliterations much. But it all rests on assumption and with this one must be contented, although as before said I am personally in my case inclined to side with probability of genuineness.

“ Faithfully yours,“ E r n e s t H e g in b o t t o m , B .A

E x t r a c t s Be I d , B l a c k w it h B e d a n d G r e e n M a l t e s e C ro ss O b l it e r a t io n s .

[Stamp was sold to me by a highly respectable Philatelist and one considered an expert in early English obliterations, and he got it himself from a highly respectable London firm, who would not sell unless satisfied.]

“ I do not think for an instaut colour has been changed in any way, as there is a greasy|appearanee about the green on the paper at back of stamp, an appearance I always accept as a sign of age and genuineness. My own theory is, that on the 1st application of the hand stamp charged with red the impression was so faint, that it [was stamped again from the pad charged with the green colour. I don’t think that anyone contemplating a fraud, would be so silly as to chooso a Btamp to operate upon that already showed signs o f red. I t is an instance of a postmaster, postmistress or postchild, not being satisfied with the first impression, probably from an empty or dried up pad, end adding another obliteration m a different ooloured composition. I t is plainly

to be seen that both were Maltese Crosses. I think all these curious coloured obliterations we get on the black are results of caretessness on the part of the operator in dipping into the pad intended for the postmark 1 have twice seen the violet or purple colour used on the stamp as a Maltese Cross, and on the Cover as a Post Mark on the same en tie . I have seen the same with the blue Maltese Cross obliteration and Postmark I have also seen a stamp on which a Postmaster has used an old Maltese Cross obliteration, and suddenly recollected that ’44 obliteration had conic into use, and put it on stamp as well as Maltese Cross. Opinions will always vary with regard to certain things which are, after all, mere matters of opinion, and in which there is difficulty of getting an absolutely authoritative opinion as to which a certain appearance of obliteration on an early stamp is official or accidental. I do not for a moment think there has been any change of colour through dampness t r oxidisation, as I have seen the same green so frequently.”

“ Your stamps have been first cancelled in red, and one again in black, and the other in green. The black is, uf course, o.K. With regard to genuineness of the green, I know no reasan why green should not be genuine; green ink was in use in many offices at the time in question, and I have never known a blue turned green by oxidisation or otherwise. The blues were of a pretty bright colour, and are usually well preserved. I had at one time some Id. reds obliterated with the green cancellation—those all came from Ireland, but being a collector of unused only, I sold them o u t: the appearance of yours are much the same. I t is a matter upon which you may not be able to attaiu to certainty, but I think you will agree with me that any party who states no green is genuine, simply claims to be nothing less than omniscient. Green cross on Id. red is, of course, not so rare, and I have seen them often.— Faithfully yours, -------- ” (This was written last Sept.)

I submitted tbo above quoted papers to Messrs. W.S. Webb and Walter Morley, and their replies were as follows:—

“ Walpole, Halesworth, Nov., 1899.

Dear sir,—Under the circumstances, I think it will be as well to somewhat qualify the warning given re ' green over red ’ obliterations on Id. blacks. I can quite understand Mr. Higinbottom’s feeling in the matter, and there are others like him who possess undoubtedly genuine copies of similar errors perpetrated officially. Anyone who has looked over early stamped covers will know that both green and blue inks were largely employed for the dated town postmark, so there is ample foundation for Mr. H .’s hypotheses. Mr. H. himself is a much better authority on postmarks thau I can pretend to be, so you cannot do better than take his views almost as

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he has set forth. I would suggest that the matter could be perhaps put to a certain test by comparing a well-authenticated copy like Mr. H .’s, with two or more o£ the identical stamps to which ‘ N on -Lex ’ refers. I further opine, that in cases of intended fake, the operator would be careful to place his spurious mark exactly upon the corresponding lines of the original obliterations, for in faintly-marked black cancellations for instance, no attempt at cleaning would be necessary. On the other hand, in genuine copios, the two marks would almost invariably occupy different positions on the same stamp.— Yours truly, W. S. W ebb.”

“ 15, Brownhill Gardens, Catford, Loudon, S.E.

Sir,— Re Id. English with two postmarks, these are frequently met with. I have seen rod and blue together black and blue, &c., &c., as well. One of them was not intended for the stamp, but for the envelope, as a rule. Green postmarks mostly were used in Ireland. I have seen some green postmarks lately, on which I have passed expert opinion, that they had changed from blue to green, either by acids purposely, or by natural action of time and damp. I haven’t inspected any copies on which I could say that the postmark itself had been stamped recently.—Yours truly, W. M o b l e y . "

The original paragraph casts no reflection upon genuine obliterations in the two colours, but obviously suggests recent imitations. That such exist is my opinion, but there can be no question, apparently, that the double obliteration is also to be found, being perfectly genuine. I f any reader has any remarks to make upon this interesting point, or fresh light to throw upon the subject, I shall be very pleased to hear from him.— N on-Lex .

S E N F ’S 1900 A LB U M .

The famous firm of C. F Luecke, Leipzig, Saxony, has arranged for a new century-end edition of their equally famous Senf’s Album. That Senf’s Album is the one most universally used, goee without saying. On the continent it has no competitor; in Great Britain it is the one album on sale by stationers and others in the usual course of business, while even in America it has a firm foothold.

The reason for this popularity is found in its two leading properties—cheapness and excellence. As a rule cheapness is a guarantee of inferior or slovenly work, but the opposite is the case with this album. Arranged by the most experienced album maker in the world, Richard Senf, there are no omissions and no mistakes, everything is tasteful and, this edition being for England, the descriptions throughout are in English, Every type of stamp Is illustrated, and the issues up to the later part of last year arc listed.

We have not seen the cheapest edition, but the one we have seen is splendidly bound, and printed on excellent paper. There are two volumes—one for the issues 1840-1890, the other for issues 1890-1900. Probably the cheapest editions, say that at 7/-, is not on so heavy a paper, but the arrangement, printing and illustration are equally excellent, while tho binding, though not so expensive, is yet very substantial.

One feature, rare in a printed album, is the entire absence of overcrowding, so that varieties to taste can readily be inserted—to say nothing of the ample ac-

I commodation afforded by those editions which are printed only upon one side of the paper.

I t is impossible to fully describe this album, but a descriptive prospectus will be sent upon application to

1 the publishers, Messrs. C. F Luecke, Leipzig, or tho Philatelic Publishing Co., Fentham Road, Hands- worth, Birmingham. The present year seems a suitable time to change albums, and to anyone contemplating this we have no hesitation in recommending tho album by Richard Senf. Some collectors prefer to obtain their goods direct, but the albums can be ordered through the Philatelic Publishing Co., at the published price. They will be supplied just as quickly this way, and c Electors used to dealing with us will

robably prefer this arrangement. Each copy of the anuary “ Philatelic Chronicle ” should contain a

prospectus of the Senf. albums.


IM PO R TA N T NOTICE.The Birmingham Society having been requested to

assist the Philatelists’ War Relief Fund, I shall be willing to receive stamps from members for that purpose.

The stamps thus sent w ill be sold by Public Auction and the proceeds divided between one of the Mansion House Funds and the Daily Telegraph Fund. The entire proceeds will be handod over free of all charge whatever.

A list of the names of coutributors w ill be appended to the catalogue.

Stamps should reach me if possible by Feb. 5th.Trusting that every member will contribute,

I remain, yours faithfully,G. JOHNSON.

Midland Counties Stamp Exchange-The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each mouth to

members of the Exchange—thus reducing tho subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, the last packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.O.S.E., but most clubs are satisfied with

T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

from 124 to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. Good stamps at a reasonable price arc taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and w ill bo welcomed Good references are indispensible. Members joining now are free until July 1st, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if their reference are satisfactory. Buies and all information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Pentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

NOTICES.T h e P h il a t e l ic A l m a n a c .— This useful compila

tion for 1900 is out, and is a great advance upon its predecessor, useful though that was. The whole of the space (48 pages) in this edition is devoted to philately— save and except the diary portion which, of course, is devoted to nothing save what the owner wishes to enter upon its pages. The most useful information of the Postal Guide is reproduced, the stamps of 1899 are catalogued, Philatelic societies and journals are listed, and altogether it is a most useful book for the Philatelist's desk or table.

Price 4)d., post free from Philatelic Publishing Go., Fentham Boad, Handsworth, Birmingham.

M o r l k y ’8 P h il a t e l ic J o u r n a l .—The promised first issue of this new paper came safely to hand. There have been papers wbioh appears with a brilliant first issue, only to siggle away to nothingness with second or third issues. Mr Morley’s new venture is not of that class. There is nothing of tho fireworks description style about it, but it is full, from cover to cover, with solid, useful information. A considerable portion of its contents deals with fiscal stamps, and here lies Mr. MoTley’s opportunity if he is wise. Of papers devoted to postage stamps there is no end. Every day sees one born, or resuscitated, or new series-ed, or brought before the notice ia some way or other—journals of the hystero-personal class, the severely -scientific class, the would-be ditto class, tho buy-my-goods—no-other-are-genuine class, where every par is sandwiched between a couple of its owners’ announcements, and the apostle class whose mission is to reform philately root and branch, and which looks upon all philatelists save and accept its own advertisers and backers, as rogues and vagabonds— these we have in abundance, and to spare, but a good journal devoted entirely or mainly to fiscal philately is wanted, and will find a permanent place in our midst.

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unused, varieties, novelties, &c.The Prices are beyond competition.

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It contains also different Philatelic articles, chronicle of novelties, &c., forming together the “ Philatelist Francaiswhere every month

new lists are published.

TAKE NOTICEthat it is always sent gratis and post free on single demand to

Th. Lemaire,16, Avenue de l ’Opera,

P a r i s ,who possesses one of the most considerable stocks, always increasing through his numerous bargains ; and he requests every Collector visiting Paris to call at his office where he will be able to see books nicely arranged by countries, used and unused, with every variety, also pairs, blocks, and sheets or plates, forming a beautiful assortment in splendid condition and sold at very reasonable

prices.

Conversation and Correspondence in English, German and Spanish.

Don’t forget to ask for the Price List and read it,

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E V E R T CO LLECTO R should possess our 68pp Retail LiBt. ( “ The neatest and most interesting we have seen this year, bar none. " — Phila telic Chronicle.) Pu ll of bargains in Sets, Packets, Albums, and single Stamps. Gratis and post free on application.

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Barbados^, J, i. 2j, 4, 6, 8, io ... ... par setOMMd*,*, il'aj, 3:6,8,1/

.mbla, } , i,> 4, 1. a. « fi 3. 4, 6 ,11- 1,4,1. i f , 3, 4v 6. U- *i *, 1. A , 4. 3. 6, i t -

a . d .a > a a a o a 10 a i

Gambia,It. Lucia,Trinidad,Turks laland, 4, i, 4 . 4,5. 6, i/- ... ... 8 0Leeward Is lan d ), 4 , i, cl, 4, 6, 7,1 /- ... „ 8 aJaroalosuJ, 1. 2,a4, 3,4, 6, i t - ... 8 1r in d n Islands, 4,1, at, 4, 6,7, it - ... ... .. - » • JBritish'Qttl&na, fo, 20.40,30, 6c, 80,120,240 „ 8 1

,, „ Ploture’-Serlea.rc, so, je, 10c 150 „ 1 8British Honduras, tc, ac, 5c, 6c, 10c, icc, 340 „ 8 0Barbados, */6 ....................... .. ... each a 9Jamaica, zl- ; British Qulana, 48c ' -.... „ 3 3Jamaica. St. Lucia, Trinidad, Leeward.

Islands, Virgin Islands, H- . , , 8 8Any o f the above stamps may be purchased at slight advance

over face valueCUKRKHT ISSUE ST. YIHCEHT ST FAUX VALUE:

St. Vincent 1/- vermilion, each 1/4. St. Vincent jd. on id . mai and brown, each 6/6; 4 for ao/-. St. Vincent zjd. on 40. black

and brown, each 16/8 ; 4 for 60/-.All above stamps u n u s e d in mist condition.

Post Office Orders parable “ Kingstown, St. Vincent." Cash with order. Postage and Registration free to British Colonies with id. rate for orders over £3, all other places eatra.

Ho notice w hatever taken o f exchange send ing!. Agent fo r Philatelic Jo u r n a l o f G reet B rita in , 316 per annum . Jan

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West Indian Stamps.No, In Per set. is sets-Set. i . d. a. d-50 different Cuba and Porto Rico .. 2 6 29 660 „ Pr. West Indies & Hayti .. 4 6 42 0..50 ,, British W. Indies .. .. 3 6 33 0100 „ A ll .West Indies .. .. 6 0 45 0

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THE PHILATELIC ALMANACFor 1900. P r ice Id . Post free, 4jd.

The 1899 and 1900 Almanacs together f r6d. post ret,

PRINCIPAI, CONTEXTS*.Calendar fo r the Y ea r, with Cash Rulings, a page to a

month, This Diary is invaluable for keeping a record of Stamps bought, sold or exchanged. Table o f Foreign & Colonial M ails with full postal information for the United Kingdom. Table o f Foreign Moneys. Catalogue o f Stamps issued during 189?.—This will include all the principal issusof the year appearing since (lie last A lmanac went to press, and the list will be brought as closely up to the end of November as possible Market P rices will be affixed to most o f the Stamps, thus making the list a reliable guide to the current values of the latest New Issues. To this list will be added a brief Review of the Stamp Markets during 1899, with a forecast of probable movements in 1900. compiled from various sources. Uaeful In fo rm ation respecting the Philatelic Societies and Exchange Clubs of the English speaking wcrld, also the best and most reliable Stamp Journals and Works of Re ference of Grout Britain and America The Common Sense System o f Foreign Rem ittances. Methods o f Collecting Stamps. A variety of interesting articles and notes bearing

on stamps will be interspersed throughout the book.The ' 'P h ilate lic Alm anac" for 1900 may be obtained o f all principal stamp dealers, and can be ordered through all Booksellers and Newsagents in the United Kingdom. R e a d y December 15th, 1899, Wholesale London Agents ■ Charles

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Something Nev (or the Mew Century.B arbad o s ,!,4, i. 2j, 4, 6, 8, ioGrenada, 4,1,24.3,6,8, 1/- ................Gambia, 4,1,2, 2*. 3. 4. 6, :/- ................It. Lada, i , i, 24, 3, 4, 6- '/- Trinidad,}, i, 24, 4, S. 6, si- la rk s Island, 4. i. 24, 4, 3, 6,1/- ...Leeward Islands, 4> 24,4, 6, 7,1/- Jamalca. 4,1, 2,24, 3,4,6. >/-Virgin Ietanda, 4,1,24,4. 6, 7,1 / - ..............British Guiana, ic, 2c, 4c, je , 69,8c, 120,24c

,, „ Picture Series, ic, 2c, 3c, 100 150British Honduras, ic, 2c, 50,6c, roc, 12c, 24c Barbados, 2/6Jamaioa, 2/-; British Guiana, 48c Jamaica. Bt. Luela, Trinidad, Leeward

Islands, Virgin Islands, 8/-

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A n y e f the above stamps m ay be purchased at sligh t advance [ suer face valueI CURREHT ISSUE BT. VIRCBHT AT PAGE VALUE:i St- Vincent 1/- vermilion, each 1/4. St. Vincent 3d, on ad. maj 1 and brown, each 6/6; 4 for 20/-. St. Vincent 24d. on 40. black

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iv. T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

CLARKEB u s h e y ,

l i ioo

Alw&r, 1 anna .........................s.0

d.6

s.3

d.9

Beohuanal&nd on Cape, £d. green ... 1 0 7 6•British South Africa, id . green 0 8 5 0Borneo, 1697, 1 cent ......................... 0 5 2 9

„ 2 .................................. 0 8 6 0.. 3 .................................. 1 0 7 3„ 5 „ .......................................... 1 8 10 0

Canada, Jubilee, 3 cents ............. 0 3 1 9• „ maple leaves, 1 cen t.............. 0 5 3 3

f„ i) -1 it 0 3 1 6*, ii 3 , , . . . 0 2 0 8

• , , , , 6 , , 4 6 35 0„ Map, several shades............ 0 8 5 0

* ,, Provl., 2 on 3 cents, 2 kinds 1 3 10 0•China, 1898, 1 cent, chocolate 0 3 1 8* 1 .. orange .............. 0 6 3 3

„ >. 10 ; , green .............. 1 6 11 6•Cuba, 1891, 5 cents, green .............. 0 4 2 3• „ „ 10 „ claret .............. 0 9 6 0• „ 1894, 1 „ blue .............. 0 6 3 6• 2 i „ lilac .............. 0 5 2 9• „ 1896,1 cent, lilao-brown 0 3 1 9* , , „ 2 „ claret ....................... 0 5 2 9• , . . . 5 i i blue 0 4 2 2* » •> 10 green .............. 0 4 2 2* i i 1899, 1 , , , , ... 0 9 5 6• , , 2 , , rose ........................ 1 4 10 6•Djibouti, 2 cents, oblong ........................ 0 6 4 0•Grenada, 1899, }d .................................. 0 8 5 0•Gwalior, 8 pies, red ... ............. 0 5 3 0Holkar, £ anna, used ......................... 0 6 4 0

i i i i » .> **■•Honduras, 20 kinds, equally assorted

1 0 7 63 0

•India, 3 pies, red ......................... 0 5 2 9Johore. 1896, 1 cent ......................... 0 6 3 9

, , „ 3 , , ... ... . . . 0 8 5 0Labuan, 1897, 1 c e n t ...................................... 0 5 2 9

>i i i 2 , , ... . . . ... 0 8 5 0i t » i 3 , , ... 1 0 7 3, , , , 5 , , ... ... . . . 1 3 10 0

New South Wales, 1899, A d . green ... 0 3 1 6/ „ „ 6 d . orange ... 0 10 6 0

•Nicaragua, 33 kinde, equally assorted 3 0Peru, 10 kinds, equally assorted 0 5 3 0

•Porto Rico, 1894, J m il, chocolate ... 0 2 1 0* . „ .. 1 „ b lu e .............. 0 3 1 6• „ 1896,} „ v io le t.............. 0 2 0 10

AND CO,H e r t s .

I t 100s, d. s. d.

•Porto Rico, 1896,1 mil, lilac-brown ... 0 2 0 10* „ „ 2 „ yellow-green... 0 3 1 9* ,, on U,S. 1 cent, green ... 0 9 5 6

St. Helena, old issue, id ., used ... 1 0 7 6•Salvador, 33 kinds, equally assorted... — 3 0•Sarawak, 1899, 2 on 3 cents ... . * 1 0 7 6•Straits, 4 on 8 cents, blue ..............1 9 14 D* ,, 4 on 5 „ red ... ... 1 4 10 6Uruguay, 12 kinds, assorted .............. 0 6 3 3

•Zanzibar, 1899, £ anna.........................0 10 6 6* „ „ 1 ,, .............1 6 12 0

SETS.per doz. sets.

9. d.•Antigua, 1884, $, 1, 2J, 4, 6 ......................... 45 0Borneo, 1895, 4,10, 20, 30, 40 ............ ... 12 0

„ 1897,1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 .......................... 6 0„ „ 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 12, 18, 24 ... 18 0

•British Bechuanaland, Jd, Id, 2d, 4d, 6d, 1/-... 45 0Ceylon Service, 2, 5, 15, 30 cents .............. 7 6

•Cuba, 1899, 1, 2, 3, 5, 10 cents........................... 13 0Gold Coast, old issue, £d, Id, 3d, 6d, 1/- ... 7 6Guatemala, 1897, oblong, 1, 2, 6, 10 centB ... 2 6Holkar, ^ 1, 2 a n n a s .........................................6 0

•Holland, 1899, $, 1, 2, 21, 3 cents .............. 2 6Labuan, 1895, 4, 10, 20, 30, 40 ... ... 12 0

,, 1897, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 .......................... 6 0„ „ 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 12, 18, 24 ... 18 0

•Liberia, 1880, 1, 2, 6. 12, 24 ......................... 20 0Montenegro, 1874, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 26 ... 12 0

„ Jubileo, 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 15, 25 ... 12 6,, Post Due, 1, 2, 3, 5,10, 20 . . . 8 0

Nyassa, 1898, 21—300 reis ... .............. 27 0Paraguay, head, 1, 2, 4, 5 cents .............. 1 6

•Philippines, 1898,1, 2, 3, 5 mils ........... 2 6•Porto Rico, 1692, 1, 1, 2, 4, 6, 8 ......... . 3 0• „ 1898, 1, 2, 3,5 .............. ... 2 6• „ surcharged, sets of 12 .............. 18 0Portugal, Vasco da Gama, 2 , 5,10, 25 ... 1 6

•Seychelles, 2, 3, 4, 8, 10, 12, 15, 16 16 O•Soudan, Camel, 1, 2, 3, 5 mils ............................. 4 0St. Helena, old issue, jd , Id, l jd , 2d, 2|d, 3d,

4d, 6d, used ... ....................................30 0Tonga, first issue, Id, 2d, 6d, 1/- ..............15 0Transvaal, 1885, Id, Id, 2d, 3d, 4d, 6d, 1/- ... 3 6

•Zanzibar, 1899,1, 1, 2, 21', 3, 4 annas................18 0

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F e b . 28t h , 1900.

CONTENTS.

Editoria l ,,,Page.

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Knock ....................................................34Motes on E n g lish Stam ps ....................................................35PhitaUlic F ra u d s ............ .................................................. 36Notuts ...................... ...................................................36Victoria ..................... ......................37Society Reports ............ ................................................... 3»

The Philatelic Chronicle In addition to Us yery large circle of Subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being the Offlctal Journal of these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation of each and every issue !e 1,000.

( T p H E 4th Edition of the British Stamp I Directory will be issued in November,

ready for the new century, which, the K a iser W i l h e l m kindly permitting begins with 1901. Foreign and Colonial advertisers will, by reason of this long notice, have an opportunity of taking space, and they are requested to do so early. The current Directory is by no means obsolete. There are some alterations to make, undoubtedly, but the addresses are practically up to date. The new edition will correct errors and make an addition at present estimated at 25% on the total names, and we estimate that the stock of 3rd edition will last until October nest.

I Mu, T ahi r N azim E i t e n d i , of Consti- | nople, is a very nice young man in his , business, and has an ingenious way of putting j things, withal. He was charged, being a ' director of mails in Constinople, with having

for years past removed the stamps from all the letters posted in his district. His defence was, that so far from having defrauded the State by this means, he had acted as a true patriot, inasmuch as he conscientiously forwarded all letters on, for which, being unstamped, the State drew a double duty upon delivery! There is only one recorded defence fit to compare with this, viz : that of the man who, when he was charged with murdering his father and mother, made a plaintive appeal for mercy on the ground that he was an orphan !


CHRONICLE,

BR A Z IL .—A new set of commemoration stamps has been issued. The values are : 100, 200, 500 and 700 reis.

B A V AR IA .— New stamps of the values of 2pf., 38pf., 40pf., and 80pf,, have been issued.

CAPE OP GOOD HOPE.— The new penny bears a representation of Table Bay and Mountain, with the royal arms above. Watermark, foul anchor, peri. 14.

Id carmine.C E YLO N .— A new value has been added to the

current set.12c. green and rose.

H U N G A R Y .— Mr. Szekula Bela has sent us specimens of the new issue. The 1 Korona and 5 Korona bear a representation of the Emperor-King,

If. dark grey. 25f. pale blue.2f. yellow. 30f. orange.brown.3f. orange. 50f lake-red.4f. mauve. 60f. sage-green.5f. emerald, Ik. red-brown6f, marone. 3k. grey-green.lOf. rose. Newspaper stamp (no value) orange.

N ICARAG U A.—The new stamp contractor for the Republic, Dr. M. Asenjo. has supplied the new stamps for thia year. The design is a volcano, and the values as heretofore 1'ostage Due Stamps, after the U S. model, are also provided.

SOUTH AU STR ALIA .— A new ^d. has been issued in addition to the stamps chronicled last month. The type represents the Post Office of Adelaide.

id, emerald green.TASM ANIA .—The picture set mentioned so long

ago is now being issued. The Id. and 2d. are already out.

T R IN ID A D .— The Lew type Britannia issue has been surcharged in black.

3d. on 5d. violet.

assume the perpendicular. Between two stools ( I had almost written another word not unlike it), your poor Postman rauBt inevitably fall. The Boss says I must call the attention of all my readers to ibe new edition of the Brit sh Stamp Directory in November, while the o th er-stoo l—threatens me with excommunication if I do. Under the circs, dear reader, I think I must refer you to the advertisements in The Advertiser and elsewhere and avoid trouble.

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The Chronicle has a lot of readers in South Africa, some of whom are actively engaged. I received a message from Mochudi, by way of Crocodile's Pool, a few days ago, from Mr. W. A. H. Harbor, who has exchanged stamps by moans of the Advertiser for S)me time He says : “ Please communicate through your medium that at present I am unable to reply to my exchange correspond* its thiough the t ccupaiion and looting of the Boers here, I have attached myself to the armoured train which is endeavouring, with jo in t action of the Rhodesian force, to open up communication by rail with Mafeking.” I have the more pleasure in publishing this message as one subscriber has complained to mu about Mr. Harbor’s not replying but I think he will now have patience w th his correspondent who is fight ng the battles of his country in the f i r South

* * mW A R R E L IE F FU N D .

Desk Sib ,In compliance with requests received from nume

rous intending contributors, the Auction Sale in aid of the above fund will take place at the end of March, instead of the earlier date originally contemplated, before those interested had an opportunity of expressing their wishes.— Yours faithfully,

W a l t e r B u l l , H e r b e r t R . Ol d f ie l d ,Joint Hon. Secs.

The Editor, Philatelic Chronicle and Advertiser.m «

POSTCARDS, <tc.H U N G AR Y .— A new postcard has been issued

uniform with the new adhesive.4 filler, brown on buff.

F A L K L A N D ISLA N D S .— It is stated that an envelope has been issued for these islands

* Id. carmine on white, laid paper.

Another good stamp journal was issued in the New Year. The proprietor is Mr. Walter Morley, and the editor Mr. A. Preston Pearce. The new paper w ill be devoted to postage, telegraph, revenue, and railway stamps. I t w ill soon be difficult to find a London dealer who does not run a journal “ on his own ” — well, good luck to them, it makes things all the batter for the printing trade.

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I F ever I run a paper, I ’ll have no advertising at all. Our manager seems to think it the principal thing, and is always nagging at me because I

'don’t mention this and recommend that—while if I do so, the old editor makes cursory remarks in a manner that causes my few remaining hairs to almost

A U.S. contemporary describes how Capt. Leary, the Lord-High-Everything-Else of Guam, was inundated with orders for stamps to five times his supply before he even set sail for his Governorship. Thinking to do a good stroke of business and put the financial affairs of Guam on a sound basis, he sent in a big order at once to his Government. H is schedule was as follows:— lc ., 15,000 ; 2o., 75,000; 3c., 5,000 ; 4c.,5,000 ; 5c., 15,000 ; 6c., 5,000 ; 8c., 5,000 10c.,

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10,000; l5o., 5,000 ; 50c., 4,000; #1, 3,000; special delivery, 5,000. The order amounts to about 811,000 worth of stamps, at face value, sufficient to last Guam’s four or five hundred white people for twenty years, and stamps of the fifty cents and one dollar denominations sufficient for a hundred years 1

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How indeed are the m ighty fallen 1— N.B .— This is not my original idea. Time was when Uncle Sam— bar a few -eprints, specimens of departmental, official forgeries, proofs, &c.—was comparatively innocent of philatelic speculation and now—the list grows awesome 1 Centennials were the thin edge of the wedge, and then Columbus issue, Omaha issue, State reprints, Colonial surcharges and what not ? to say nothing of corner ornaments, capped figures, shades, watermarks, no watermarks and variations day by day such as wore practised about 1894— no wonder philatelic journals across the water are supporting Seebeck issues for very shame 1

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Hawaii cannot have U S stamps, surcharged and ornamented, but American collectors will soon have the state of things improved. When Hawaii was annexed Congress stipulated that the laws of the country should remain in force. It is expected, however, that an effort will be made at the next session of Congress to have remedial legislation. For “ remedial legislation ” read “ surcharges and varieties in stamps.”

H e w a s a C o l l e c t o r .— Teacher; “ What are the principal productions of the American Republics?”Scholar: “ Unused postage stamps.”

* **A well-known Liverpool firm is retiring from tho

stamp business owing to lack of time for proper attention. I f any of my readers are on the look-out for a good stamp business in these parts. I shall bo pleased to put them in communication. I have no permission to disclose tho name at present. One remark in their letter was gratifying. I t said, referring to their special approval books : “ Wc have sold about8,000 through advertising in your paper alone, and have had many repeat orders. We are sending by this week’s mail, for instance, 150 to S. India, and 300 to New Zealand.” The wise advertiser w ill make a note of this.

N O T E S O N E N G L IS H S T A M P S .

By W. S. W ebb.

THE THREEHALFPENNY OF 1860.

EX A C TLY two years ago I had a ‘ ‘ note ” on this subject, which concluded with inquiry whether any reader could show me an entire stamped

envelope dated 1860—a query which has met with no response.

Since that time I have seen three or four more of the embossed stamps, dated 2 4.60, and always overprinted “ specimen ; ” and recently I acquired one which is on a piece of white laid paper 5Jx3§ in., the envelope stamp being embossed near the right hand end, equi-distant from top and bottom edges : whilst in the centre of the slip there is evidence that an adhesive stamp has been thence removed. So I conclude that it is one of the specimen forms sent to postmasters, with notice of the intended new issue— the missing (alas I) adhesive being presumably the desirable ljd . lilac-rose. Should you, dear reader, find a few similar documents— all complete—please to send one along hitherward, with your compliments, best respects, &o., whereat yours truefully will gratefully rejoice.

STAMPED OFFICIAL FORMS.

A form exists of azure wove paper, designated I “ Army form B.210,” and headed. “ Application to I Enlist in the Regular Army or M ilitia ’ ’ —which bears

tho halfpennv oval envelope stamp (Die No. 30), embossed on it in a very unorthodox position, to w it—at the left of the address portion of the document, when folded for posting. The printed address is :— “ TheOfficer Commanding, Regimental Depot, at-------- .”The words: "O n Hor Majesty’s Service” are over the address, and at the lower left is R E C R U IT IN G , this word being nearly under the stamp. On a used specimen I notice that a postal servant lias protested against the outlandish locality of the stamp by applying his cancellation to where it (the stamp) might be, but isn’t. The imprint at foot of the form shows that a supply of 50,000 was printed in October, 1898: rather strange that it should not yet have been placed on record philatelic.

Another new form is one issued by the Board of Agriculture, entitled : “ Agricultural Returns of Great Britain, 1899.” Though a single sheet, it is printed so as to fold into pages, numbered from 1 to 7, the eighth being blank as far as letterpress is concerned, but bearing a red-brown £d. wrapper stamp of typeI I . Each stamp on the batch I saw has a gap of nearly 3mm. in its outer frame, near the top on right side. This form is dated at foot of page 1., September,1899.

ENGLISH IN GIBBONS’ “ PART IV.”This, the completing vol. of the 12th edition of

Gibbons’ Catalogue, appeared in December, and before it gets any older I must bring it to the particular notice of collectors of British envelopes, cards, and such, for in it they may “ hear.of something to their advantage.” Many good and scarce things are offered at a long drop, now hanging within the reaoh of all, and sundry who have not got them, and even to those who have, my advice is, “ have 'em, some more.” I need not mention prices, but will specify by the ref. numbers a few lines which are wholly worth buyers’ attentions and intentions, unused in all


oases. No. 3 (Mulready, Id. coyer); No. 12 (Id. dated on “ Dickinson ” paper;) No. 13, sizes A1 & A 2 ; No. 11, sizes A. & B . ; No, 21a (2d. blue, specimen, a ll flaps pointed) ; No. 308 (Reg. E n v .); No. I l l (wrapper, green on bu ff;) 601 & 602 (&d. certificates o i posting.) Postcards :— Nos. 1 (also used), 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 25, 26, 54 and 101. All these are priced decidedly below their true values, some very much so. Get them soon, while you can, (or it may be i f you can before long. This volume is well arranged, and a gallant attempt at completeness ; yet several important and fairly well-known items are still omitted ; for instance, Id, type 1., dated on ‘VC s ize ” envelope, only sizes given for No. 10 being A l, A2 & B. The tongue-flap variety, without official seal, is given and priced on all three sizes of the undated “ Dickinson ’ ’ issue, but a more interesting and definite variety— the tress embossed without colour—known as the “ white seal,” is ignored, and the “ florets” (termed rosetteB in the catalogue), which followed the abolition of date numerals on the l.)d. and higher value envelopes, still remain undistinguished as to 5-dot and9-dot varieties—a feature often m akings vast difference in value.

In the postcard section I notice a probable error of commission - No. 22 : I question muchly whether this card, the thick reply £d., with arms of type I I I . , exists with the perforated joint. No price is quoted, and I guess the variety is “ not was,”


C o l l a t e d b y N o n - L e x .

[A l l information, and supposed forgei ies mag be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Return postage must be sent. ]

The publishers of Tbs Post Office have recently received two rather severe shocks; thes- shocks were caused by the receipt of two printed price lists of counterfeit stamps; one of the parlies issuing these lists even offered them a fine collection of 25 counterfeits, i f they inserted his price list a certain number of times in our pages. The parties in question hail from Geneva and Turin respectively, and we believe it best to give tbc fullest publicity to their schemes. Of course these stamps are offered as counterfeits by these dealers, but the trouble is that the parties to whom they sell may not be equally honest (?) in branding their wares and it is well to warn collectors to be on the look out for the stamps iti question. The Geneva gentleman is rather modest in his list, as he offerB only Swiss Cantonal stamps, and these are sold cancelled loose as well as on the entire; the latter, as he states, upon paper of the time when the stamps were used, and with date cancellation. To recommend his stamps he asserts that they have been engraved with

the greatest care, copying genuine stamps, and that they would defy the eye of the greatest expert. The collection of 25 counterfeits offered to the publishers includes Swiss Cantonals, Reunion, Hawaii, British Guiana, Mold >via, Mauritius Post Office, and 1843 to 1850 issues. We advise our readers to make a mental note of these stamps, and to exercise extreme caution if these stamps are offered at low rates. Our Turin friend is far more ambitious; his 1899 price list comprises 28 pages, and all sorts of soarce stamps are offered from various parts of the world, ft is impossible for us to give a complete list of these monstrosities, and indeed a great many of the stamps counterfeited are ro common in genuine shape, that it is unnecessary. Tbi6 gentleman seems to make a speciality of supplying genuine stamps with counterfeit surcharges; among this class he advertises Br. East Africa Company, llankok, Benin, Cyprus, Eritrea (used), Gibraltar, Gre t Britain (I. R. Official), Levant, jp . vermilion surcharged 40 Paras, (counterfeit cancellation), Ita ly (Levant), Straits Settlements, Madagascar, Niger Coast, San Marino, Siam (1 Tical), Virgin Island (4d. on lsh.), Zanzibar and Zululana. In United States stamps he offers 1860, 90 cents; 1869, 24 and 90 cents; 1869, with inverted centre, 24 and 90 cents; the latter is certainly interesting, as no genuine specimen of this error is known; 1870large newspaper stamps; 1875 newspaper and periodical Btamps (set of 24 for 2 francs), and 1873 official stamps, set of 4 ; what those may be we do not know. Of hie Swiss counterfeits he says: “ My Swiss stamps are an entirely new issue, and not to be confounded with the old counterfeits ” In addition to SwisB Cantonals, he lists such rarities as Bavaria lkr. b lack; Brazil numerals perforated ; Cape of Good Hope, wood block errors; Two Sicilies, Trinacria and Arms ( } Tornese), Spain, 12c. with inverted centre, both imperforate and perforat'd ; Gambia, complete ; Greeoe (Paris prints); British Guiana 1850 and Provisionals of 1862; Hungary 1 thographs, Ita ly (Sardinia), Mauritius 1849 and 1858, Monaco 1885, 5 fr. ; Nevis 1861 and 1867, New Brunswick 6d. and lsh., Nova Scotia 6d. and lsh. Reunion 1852, i>t. Helena, nearly all ; St. Lucia 1859,1863, 1874, e tc .; St. Vincent5sb., Star watermark, Saxony 5,10 ngr, Sicily, complete. Tasmania, first issue ; Newfoundland, ail the early stamps; Tuscany 60c. and 3 lire; Trinidad 1851; Uruguay 1856—1857, including the rare 180 error. We have, of course, seen none of the productions of these counterfeit factories, and so do not know how nearly they approach genuine originals, but we deemed it our duty to give this matter sufficient publicity to put collectors on their guard.

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T h e St a m p Co l l e c t o r s ’ F o r t n is h t l y .— It was not dead but gone before we knew about it, so to speak. I refer, of course, to the Stamp Collectors' Fortnightly, which h is bobbed up serenely once again when everyone has mourned it as dead and buried since June last year. Its new proprietor and editor is Mr. Percy C. Bishop, one of the original editors five years ago, but Mr. Bishop does not propose to continue the policy which made so many enemies for the old Fortnightly The second issue under the new dispensation, on January 6th, is a good number and reproduces BOme congratulations from former subscribers (perhaps agreeably surprised at getting their subscriptions filled) one being described by the editor as “ verse,” of which eight lines are given—but it’s a bit rough on the Anglo-Indian poet to label it n la Kipling. Even in the very latest coster-patriotic- 'Arry-Tommy-Atkins effusion he does not perpetrate such rhymes (sic) as Boers and store, too and true, pain and again, gone and along. Kipling, too, with all his contempt for rhythm keeps his couplets trimmed down to somewhere about the same number oi feet, while his orthography seldom fails him at proper names. But enough—the poetry is decidedly ‘ ‘ off,” but the Fortnightly is most decidedly “ o n "— long ma) it flourish.

VIC TO R IA .

T h e 2d . F u l l -l e n g t h Q u e e n o n T h r o n e .

IN the Federal A w ralian Philatelist. Vol. 1, p. 91, October, 1890, Mr. David H. Mill gives the following information:

“ Q u e e n E n t h r o n e d . " T w o P e s c e .Plate engraved by Mr. Thomas Ham. Size 9 inches

in height, 12 inches in width, and 1-12 inch thick. The engraved portion is 6^ inches high by 8 7-16 inches wide, and contains hfty separate engravings, viz., five horizontal rowt, each of ten stamps. The

lower corners of the engravings are ooeupied by letters, the arrangement of the lettering on a printed sheet of theBe stamps being as follows;—

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Below the bottom row of stamps are the words —“ Engraved on steel by Thomas Ham, Melbourne.”

In Vindins' Philatelic Monthly, Vol. V I., p. 89, Jan. 1890, Mr. H ill states that 500,000 stamps were printed by Ham from the plate. These were all the “ engraved ” stamps printed; they were put into issue in the last week of December, 1852, and were all exhausted in December, 1853. Messrs. J. S. Campbell and Co. then contracted to print further supplies, and during December, 1853, they furnished 128,600, completing their contract number of 2,000,000 on the 8th May, 1854. Messrs. Campbell and Fergusson then printed 1,500,000 up to 30th May, 1855, the 2d. “ Em blems " replacing the Queen Enthroned type in 1857.

Mr, H ill continues:—The stamps printed by Mr. Ham from the plate were all of a brown or reddish- brown colour, quite distinct from rinse of the subsequent contracts. Of the lithographed series, I assign the grey-black and grey to Messrs J. S. Campbell & Co , and the grey-lilac and red-lilac to Messrs. Campbell and Fergusson. M*ny of these last

| show very imperfect printing. The earliest specimen I l have met with in the lithographed is dated 12th I January, 1854.I “ In both contracts the lithographed stamps were

printed in sheets of 100, two transfers from the plate being laid on the one stone. Although Messrs. Campbell and Fergusson’s agreement stipulated that the sheets were to contain 120 stamps, this w a• not adhered to, as tho numbers issued to the stamp window show that the sheets held only 100, and it is evident that had two additional rows been laid on the stone to make up the number to 120, the “ errors ” of lettering would be much less scarce than they are, as each sheet would contain ten or twenty pairs of “ errors,” according to whether the two extra rows were placed so as to be one side of the sheet, or divided, and placed at top and bottom respectively.

96 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D AD VE R TISER .

“ Of the • errors' of lettering in the lithographed series, several combinations are known, and most, if not all, can, I think, be traced to the one stone, M. Mcens, in his catalogue, mentions a vertical strip of five stamps, lettered U — Y , T —X, D —I, S—N, C —H. The lettering of the fourth stamp should, however, have been given as S—W , as none exists lettered S—N. In a sheet printed from the plate, if the stamps are numbered consecutively from 1 to 50, commencing with the top row and counting from left to right, it w ill be found that the stamps of this vertical strip are numbers 20, 19, 29, 18, and 28.

“ The following pairs showing errors of transfer are known:—

Horizontal Pair,U — Y , B— F ... Nos. 20 and 2T - X , M — Q ...............19 „ 12D— I, W — A ... „ 29 22C --H . R —W ... „ 28 ,4 2

Vertical Pair.W — A, W — A ... Nos. 22 and 22

“ On comparing the lettering in the above errors, it w ill be seen that the letters on the left band stamp of the four horizontal paire are the same as in the first three and the last one of the vertical strip mentioned by Mr. Mcens. As all the right hand stamps of these

‘ pairs belong to the second vertical row in the sheet, and run in their correct sequence, there is no doubt that some injury occurred to the first vertical row, either in laying on the stone or during the progress of the printing, and that it was replaced by transfers frem another portion of a sheet. I t will be noticed that in their correct position the five stamps of the vertical strip are adjacent to one another, and it is likely that the transfers were cut from a spoiled sheet. From the forego-ng it is, I think, evident that the position in the sheet of the left hand stamps in the horizontal pairs mentioned is identical with that of the vertical strip, and consequently these errors arc all from the one stone,

“ Vertical pairs, consisting of a stamp from the last and first row respectively, as for instance, U—X, E — I, and Z— C, I — N are known, but cannot be called errors, as they are nrt from the same transfer, one being from the upper and the other from the lower of the two transfers laid on the stone. . . . . The insertion of diffen nt pairs of letters for each engraving appears to have been an adaptation of the system employed in the lettering of the sheets of eBrly penny and two-pence of Great Britain, though at this distance of time it is impossible say why the same regularity was not preserved throughout, unless it was that the hreeks in the continuity of the lettering were considered by the ergraver to be an extra safeguard against forgery.

“ Impressions are known in the red-brown colour, without letters, and are engraver’s proofs, taken before

the completion of the plate.”


Honorary President:— W. B. Avery, E sq.President:— W. T. W ilson, E sq.

Vice-Presidents:— R. H ollick , E sq.; W. P imm, E sq. Committee Mr. P. T Deakin ; Mr T. W. Pec k ;

Mr. C. A. Stephenson; Mr. W. S. V atjghton. Hon. Secretary and Treasurer;—M r. G. Johnson,

B.A., 208, Birchfield Road, Birmingham.Jan. 4, 1900.— Messrs. Preston, Lamb and E. Rizzo

were unanimously elected members,Mr. W. Pimm displayed his collection of British

North America, and gave a running commentary on the varieties which needed any such explanation.

Feb. 1.—Messrs. J. Thackrah, A. Saatdjian, andA. de Meester were unanimously elected members.

Mr. G. Johnson then gave his paper on the “ Stamps of Egypt,” illustrating it by his collection.

The two types of each value of the first issue were explained and illustrated; imperfs of the issue and imperfs—between vertically and horizontally of the 1867 issue were shewn. The 1872-75 issue was arranged so as to show the varieties of perf. simple and compound, certain value being unknown in some of the perfs. The arrangement of the sheet in the oase of the so-called 5 paras with inverted contre was shewn by means of a small chart.

Mr, W. T. Wilson also shewed an exceptionally good lot, including such desirable stamps aH the “ high ” values of the first issue used ; the various inverted surcharges; a block of 9 of the 2§ piastres of the 1872 issue, with the centre stamp inverted.

A subsequent discussion on the 5 piastres 1886 (no wir.k.), which is being offered from certain foreign sources at high prices, brought out the general idea that it was a proof with faked perforations.

Midland Counties Stamp Exchange.The Philatelic Chronicle is tent each monlh to

members of the Exchange— thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 por cent of the stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E., but most clubs are satisfied with from 124 to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are goed purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensable. Members joining now are free until July lBt, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if tbeir reference are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W. G, Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.


Cardiff P hilatelic Society.— President: Mr. Walter Scott; vice-presidents : Mr. E. W. Shackell,J.F., Alderman W . J. Trounce : bon. see : Mr. W. A. Jutsum ; hon. treasurer: Mr. G. N . Thorp; hon. librarian: Mrs. Groves —This Society started on the 6th November, membership being limited to residents of Cardiff and the district within ten miles around. The president gave a paper on the advent of postage stamps and his expjriences of collecting, extending back to the early sixties, which was both instructive and pleasureable to the members present. At the second meeting hold on the 12th December the members studied the stamps of Great Britain, the president giving a very able paper and exhibiting his collection which was admired by all present. One stamp in this collection is doubtless unique, via., the £d. of 1870 in green colour imperforate.

H e r ts P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y .— A general meeting was held at Anderton’s Hotel on Tuesday, Jan. 2nd. Wm. Morley and D. Citroen were elected ordinary members on the recommendation of the Committee. The question of the “ Philatelists War Relief Fund ” was discussed, and it was agreed that any member proposing to contribute Stamps, &c. to the fund should do so through the secretary of the s ciety, Business being concluded, Mr, Robert Ehrenbacli gave a display of his well-nigh complete collection of the stamps of Natal accom i&nied by lucid and interesting remarks on the relative rarity, &c. of the different issues.—A general meeting was held at Anderton's Hotel on Tuesday, Feb. bth. Mr. R. R. Bogert (Paris), was duly elected as an ordinary member. At the conclusion of business, Mr R idolph Meyer exhibited his collection of the stamps of Chili, and prefaced his display with an interesting a d accurate historical essay on that country. Mr, Meyer’s paper and collection were much appreciat -.d by the members who were fortunate enough to ba present, and a hearty vote of thanks was tendered to Mr. Moyer. H. A. Slade, hon. sec. and treasurer.

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E d i t o r i a l ......................................... 41Chronicle ... 41Postman's Knock ............................................................... 42Notes on E n g lish Stamps .............................. 43The Arrangem ent of a General C o l le c t o r ..................................43Philatelic F r a u d s ; Society R e p o rts ............................................45Destruction 0/ New foundland S tam ps; Diego Suarez ................ 46Notices ........................................- ... ...................... 46

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CHRONICLE.

C A R O L I N E ISLAN D S.— These islands have had surcharged a set of old German stamps in values ranging from 3 pf to 50 pf. The 5 pf, 10

pf and 1 0 x 1 0 pf cards have also been surcharged for usa here,

D OM INICAN R E PU B L IC .— We have seen the lc commemorative issue, in green. This set is the one recently issued and we are unable to nssign any official reason for the change from brown to green.

1 0 green, (change in colour).

FE D E R A TE M ALAY STATES.— Mr. Bartels is authority for the statement that the state stamps of the tiger head type have received the surcharge of a heavy black line rendering illegible the name of the state, while the words “ Federated Malay States” are arc printed across the face of the stamps in three lines. These values have thus far been received :

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CONTENTS.

Editorial ..............................................................Chronicle ... ................................ ............Postman's Knock .........................................Notes on E n g lish Stam ps ......................The Arrangem ent o f a General Collector ............Philatelic F r a u d s ; Society R e p o rts ......................Destruction o f N ew foundland S tam ps; Diego Snares N otic is ................................

Page.~ 41.. 41.. 42 • 43

• • 43 •• 45.. 46 .. 46

Th e Philatelic Chronicle I d addition to its very large circle of Subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation of each and every Issue is 1,003.

(JT ÎM E gone by collectors of fiscal stamps I complained of neglect on the part of

philatelic publishers and stamp dealers— but their cause for complaint has long been removed by the provision of good catalogues and albums and the recognition of that branch of philately by means of articles which are a regular feature in several philatelic magazines. One branch of fiscal collecting however—if it be a branch—has not until now received the recognition due to it and this branch is the one dealing with Telegraph Stamps. Mr. W a l t e r M o s l e y has now changed all that by the issue of a catalogue of the Telegraph Stamps of the world, in 1 1 1 pages of letter press and with 369 illustrations so that the collectors of these most interesting labels may now rejoice and be exceeding glad.

CHRONICLE.

C A R O L I N E ISLAN D S.—These islands have had surcharged a set of old German stamps in values ranging from 3 pf to 50 pf. The 5 pf, 10

pf and 1 0 x 1 0 pf cards have also been surcharged for use here.

DO M IN ICAN R E P U B L IC .—We have seen the lc commemorative issue, in green. This set is the one recently issued and we are unable to assign any offioial reason for the change from brown to green.

1 0 green, ( change In colour).

F E D E R A TE M A LA Y STATES.—Mr. Bartels is authority for the statement that the state stamps of the tiger bead type have received the surcharge of a heavy black line ronderiug illegible the name of the state, while the words “ Federated Malay States” are are printed across the face of the stamps in three lines. These values have thus far been received:


Adhesives ( Provisionals):lo lilac and green. 3c lilac and gray.2c lilac and brown. 25c green and carmine,

L A B U A N .— The 2c carmine, stag, has been changed to green. The 5c is also changed.

2c green. 5c blue.

N O R TH BORNEO.—The 2c carmine has been changed to green, in keeping with Labuan.

2 c green.

SARAW AK.— The word “ c e r t s " in the 2c and 4c provisionals just issued showed two errors in each sheet of stamps. The eighth stamp in the top row and the first in the fourth row have each a smaller •* s ” than that used in the balance of the sheet. W e are informed that these errors were corrected in recent printings.

ST V IN C E N T .— Mr. Froudfoot informs us that ail the old issue except 4d yellow, Gd. lilac and 5/- lahc were burnt by order of the Government to the total number of 309,000. Further advice from him informs us that the supply of 6 d. is now exhausted.

T R IN ID A D .— The following is an extract from a letter written by the Postmaster-General: •* With reference to your application for the 3d. surcharged stamps, I beg to inform you that such arrangements have been made as will render unnecessary the issue of these stamps and they will be destroyed.”

W E 6 TE H N A U S T R A L IA .- In keeping with the fiseals used postally we now have the 3d. lilac, a long rectangular fiscal stamp to add to the list.

3d. lilac.


H E interest of the day is philatelically echoed by Mr. Chas. Nissen, who has issued an instructive little book on the Postage Stamps of the

Transvaal, with illustrations. T h e P ostm an- is much obliged to Mr. Nissen for sending a copy. He also thanks Mr. Purdom for his always interesting “ Circular," and the Yorkshire Stamp Co., Green St., Keighley, for their price list— reg.ett'ng that he cannot give a more detailed account but he is very busy just now, [And fearfully idle.— Ed. I1. 0. & A ]

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Another freak of the post office has been discovered at West Bromwich. A firm carrying on business in the Black Country town received a postcard from a Leeds established which was posted on May 1st, 18731 The card bears two official stamps, namely, “ May 1st, 1873," and “ September 1 1 th, 1899.” The card lias only been 2 G years in arriving at its deslinat.on !

The government of Servia has sold the entire remainders of the 1890 issue of postage stamps to a lawyer of Budapest, Mr. J, Dessoo, who has divided them into lots of 100, 150 and 300 series for wholesalers. These lots aggregating a catalogue value of $600 are sold by him for $50.

* •

Few stamp collectors are aware of the fact that the network on the postage stamps used in Alsace-Lorraine and in France during the Franco-German war had been used previously on other postage stamps. This is certainty true, however. The Prussian postage stamps i sued between 1856 and 1860 were imprinted for protection from counterfeiting with the same plates, a colorless invisible ink being used; this only becomes apparent when a strong solution of sulphide of hydrogen is applied to the paper, when the lines of the network appear dark-brown or black When the sudden necessity of providing postago stamps for the new provinces across the Rhine arose, these same old plates, that had been laying idle in the Prussian government stores for ten years were brought to the front and used for the groundwork of the new stamps, the rest beiug printed by type on ordinary bookprinting presses.

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Mr. Ditchfield, the secretary of the S.W. Lancashire Exchange Society, complains of members who, contrary to rule, send books of 6tamps ior the ci- change packets. The rules prohibit such and will rigidly be enforced. The Birmingham Philatelic Society adopted a rule at the annual meeting in order to meet the same drawback.

* *Some interesting statistics concerning the issues

of 1889 are given in the Revue Phiiatedque Franchise for January. N ot counting entires or secondary varieties there were issued as follows :

189!) 1896Europe 65 49Asia 116 117Africa 98 271America 262 276O.eania 94 37

Total 635 750

The number issued b . the various countries andtheir colonies are as follows:

Portugal, etc. 23 251Great Britain, etc. 174 164Spain, etc. 28 1 0 2

Germany 1 0

United States etc. 54 13Netherlands, etc. 28 5Russia 1 1 0

France, etc. 36 1

Miscellaneous 280 214The total face value of the stimps is about 900

francs or 9180.

43T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H U O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

N O T E S ON E N G L IS H ST A M P S.

By W. S. W eb b .

HAND-STAMPED PAID-MARKS.

I MCE last referring to these I have received from Mr. J. H. Daniels, of B righton- the authority on all matters connected with British Post

marks—a list of the towns from which he possesses sp. cim»ns. This list brings up the the number of different offices to a total of 63 (exclusive of the Metropolitan D istrict); there may be a few other provincial names not yet counted in, bat probably not many. Of course various values are shown in these stamps as the amount of postage paid; ranging from Id. to 3d. Mr. Daniels states that he has specimens from four t)wus which are, by error, stumped in black instead of the usual red.

SOME CURIOSITIES.

On an exchange sheet recently, I saw a Id. red, plate 157, with a very distinct and fully coloured negative of the design on the back of the stamp : this being probably caused by one sheet having been in contact with anothor whilst the ink was still wet, and pressure accidentally (or otherwise) applied. The extreme clearness of the reversed impression is most remarkable, showing not oniy the fine network, but even the plate-numbers.

The Id. + Id. is a scarce combination in compound envelopes, and an example of it in a pair of the stamps of type 1, dated as early as 17/2/60, is worthy of record: the die No. is 97 on both stamps, which are unfortunately cut close round the outer Bides of the pair, so there is no evidence to show what document they came from The paper is white laid, and the strip is used, being cancelled with a London type of postmark.

I have been shown a ha1 fpenny embossed envelope, the stamps of which having tiie full colour at back as well ns front, has been made the subject of a unique experiment by some ingenious stampist. I t was sent through the post with the stamp turned back over the front of envelope, and held in that position by an overlapping Jd, adhesive This combination duly franked the closed letter as one penny; the back of the oval stamp—showing the design and lettering reversed—thus receiving the cancellations.

Adhesive “ Inland Revenue ” stamps were, by act of parliament authorized for prepayment of postage in1881—the privilege being at first confined to the one penny value. By a further enactment it was decreed that ' ‘ on and after 1st January, 1883," all values of Inland Revenue stamps up to 2/6 should be available

for postage. None of the values above a penny have become at all common in the genuine postalJv-u6ed condition: and probably but very few indeed arc known which actually did postal duty before their legal admission on the date above-mentioned. Therefore, a large oblong 6 d. lilac—postmarked “ Newsham, November 30th, 1879 ” — which I have just come across is certainly worthy of honourable mention.

T H E A R R A N G E M E N T O F A

G E N E R A L C O L L E C T IO N .

By a General Collector.

[The following came to us in the form of a letter from one of the very foremost of Indian collectors. I t has a postscript of about equal length and of a most amusing and interesting character which space compels us to hold over until next month —E d. P C. and A.]

I AM a general collector of adhesive postage stamps and have been so for over thirty years. I have a large collection. I collect all stamps of all

countries, and am a speoialist in three or four countries.

With the exception of the albums for my specialised countries (which are plain books) 1 want new albums badly. For months I have turned the matter over in my mind as to what albums I should get. Can you help me to decide ?

My British Empire Album stamps are in Mr. Skipton’e albums. I am told no further cdiiion of that admirable work (in principle, the best printed album ever placed on sale) will appear. My other stamps (thousands and thousands of them) are in an album too unspeakable for words. I loathe the sight of it.

Were I to buy plain albums with movable leaves they w_uld cost me fully £L2 for a collection the size of mine, and the mapping out of the countries would take up about two years of my leisure time (working daily), not counting the time that tho arrangement of the stamps would take. I would not mind the expense so much nor yet the labour - but plain albums (except for specialist collections when they are unavoidable) are not satisfactory—in the case of a large general collection they are a practical im possibility.

I f I lean to the (up to a point, excellent) I m p e r ia l Album of Messrs, Stanley Oibbons Ltd. I find no chronicle for British plate number*, for U.S. stamps


with secret marks, <fcc., and for very many easily obtainable recognised shades and varieties of other interesting stamps which 1 prefer to collect, and no marginal spaces to speak of for pairs, strips, or ouriosities (as in Skipton’s), and a very, very meagre assortment of spaces for new issues.

I decline to so much as look at any album with pictures of stamps on the stamp hearing page. T iny are relics of pre-historic philatelic barbarism.

What do you advise me to do ?Mr. Morley is the publisher of some of the neatest

catalogues and other philatelic literary productions 1

know of and is in many ways eminently suited to fashion a series of albums for the men and women, not the children of, and dabblers in, our pursuit. We want albums—not conooctiohs to catch the eye and the money, but intelligent works for the practical philatelist who takes his pleasure in stumps seriously. No '‘ arms,” details of population, portraits of rulers, maps, and other information, pictorial or otherwise, which a generation or more ago were worked into albums in order to persuade parents or guardians into the belief that their stamp-collecting boys were i following a “ useful " and “ instructive” pursuit and | picking up ideas in a backhanded sort of a nay. Such things belong to the realm of exploded notions, to an ! era of grandmotherly legislation for things educational gone and done with at which we can now afford to laugh. Philately should recommend itself and does so, it needs no eternal proclamation of the fact that it teaches geography, history, and a bogus heraldry to aid it to foist itself into public favour and justify its continued existence. Standing four-square on its own basis it can very well get along without these adventitious aids to popularity and general recognition.

“ Arm s” {good and interesting things when they > are really “ arms,” and in their proper place) are as ' out of place in a stamp album as would be the lessoD , for the thirteenth Sunday after Trin ity in the middle of a page of Bradshaw's time-table.

Cannot someone be persunded to bring out albums to suit me and thousands of other collectors in my position— and not only to suit me and others in a like I fix but to preserve as generalists thousands of collec- | tors who are now driven out of collecting altogether * by reason of the non-elasticity of printed albums and 1

their restricted character as reg&ids bUnk pages, or | who have no course open to them but to become specialists in a few countries only ? ;

Album publishers cater for all collectors but the very class that is the most deserving of all—the steady-going general collector who goes on through the years adding to his stamps and declines to collect none whatever so long as they are good specimens. He asks for stamps and when he gets them he finds that the album publisher s&ys “ Oh, dear me, no 1

you must not expect me to provide a space in my album for the stamp I have just sold you— I catalogue it in my price list but in my album I know nothing about it— please don’t trouble me 1 Master Tommy Jone6 , who is fourteen years of age next April— one of my customers —has his stamp-collecting season on just now and I must attend to him ; and Mr. Croasus Smith, who only goes in for Alaskas (and nothing under full panes of them in unused condition) is also waiting to see m e—please go away— I am so tired of hearing that you actually want an album in which to place your stamps ! "

Again, I ask, what am I to do ? How am I to lift my very fine collection out of its (for the greater part) present condition of chaotic confusion ?

I shall be so much obliged if you will help me with sound advice, and not merely put me off with the general remark “ most specialists prefer plain albums giving them a free hand ” or else “ it is impossible to provide in a printed album for all possible varieties of stamps issued." I am a general not a specialist collector, and I know it ib impossible to provide for all stamps, and do not ask that this may be done.

What I do ask for is a series of albums for all the world on the lines of Skipton’s British Empire Albums, brought out at frequent intervals, sold unbound, and with at least one blank page after each country. I do not mind if the stamp-bearing page be ruled with faint lines only or mapped out in rectangular figures. That is to say with good paper of a business-like size, with excellent typo and an intelligent catalogue going much more deeply into the stamps than does the Im perial; though, of course, not pretending to list every possible variety, and with ample marginal space on each page for shades, strips, new issues or other desirable acquisitions that may turn up, for though I am a generalist I see no reason why when I do get hold of something worth keeping (what the Imperial says, in effect, I need not worry about, by closing its pages to it) I should not enshrine it in my album.

The provision of suoh a series of albums would solve the great album question at which it is the fashion for the editors of philatelic journals to sneer and about which they are fond in their lordly way of making their very funny and sometimes really clever little jokes Any price in reason might be asked for it, for all generalists would as time went on get it. Its advantages would be those of the Imperial plus to a large extent the blank album. Its sale unbound and with blank leaves after each country would permit of each collector arranging it for binding in his own way with further blank leaves inserted wherever he chose to place them,

(To be continued,)



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H E Weekly Philatelic Era issues the following warning which iB • not without interest to English readers.

W A R N IN G !

P it t s b u r g , P a., Feb. 27, ’00.W e e k l y E r a .

Gentlemen: The following item may perhaps interest a good many of your readers and 1 think the wider publication given to it may perhaps reach tho desired mark, the arrest of the fraud. A party travelling under various names, such as Simpson, Walsh, O’Neil and possibly as many otherB as he finds convenient, has succeeded in selling under false pretences various lots of stamps (?) to collectors in this vicinity and Columbus, Ohio.

His method of proceeding is to place an advertisement in various newspapers for several days, of old postage stamps for sale. After waiting till he has been well answered, he proceeds to go to every applicant, and forthwith unloads on them his wares, which consist of the following fakes: 2, 6 , iOc Executive; 30c Justice; 6 , 90c State all on cover; also British Guiana, Scott’s Nos. 38, 39. 40 on covers; New South Wales No 306, on cover ; Great Britain No. 307 on part cover ; Petersburg Confederate on cover.

Besides these covers his stock apparently consists of 96, 99 Newspapers, ^ groshen Nos. 5, 10 Oldenburg; No. 13 Hanover ; Antioquia No. 19 ; Geneva No. 4, fine pa ir ; Roman States No. 13; Indian surcharge Zanzibar, mostly 2 j variety ; early South African surcharges and fake Afghanistan, Straits Settlements, Perak.

The description of the party is as follows: Man, aoout 35 years of age, 5 ft. Sin. .high, slight stoop, weighs possibly 150 lbs., crossed eyes, shabbily dressed, walks with a loDg stride, either an Englishman, or speaks with English accent, claims to be a tailor's cutter, born and raised in Westbourne Park, England, but of course his tale, no doubt, varies.

Yours truly,

H. H U N T,

Ex. Man. T C. P. S.

P.S.— A good deal of his stuff is put up on auction blanks bearing the name of Ventom, Bull & Cooper, London, England.

SOCIETY REPORTS.Midland Counties Stamp Exchange.

The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to members of the Exchange—thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in tho packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E., but most clubs are satisfied with from 12 V to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March packets totalled over £491. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensible. Members joining now are free until July 1st, and have all the privileges of tho Exchange (except the official journal), if their reference aro satisfactory. Rules and all information from tho secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

S u b u r b a n E x c h a n g e C l u b .— September sheets, have been returnod to members and accounts duly submitted and settled. Owing to catalogue changes many members refrained from contributing sheets, but it is hoped they will remedy their omission for March. Many good stamps at reasonable prices were sent in, those first on the list having a good selection of real bargains. During the past month five now members have joined and three applications were declined. H. A. Slade, Secretary, Ingleside, St Albans.

H e r ts P h il a t e l ic So c ie t y .— A General Meeting was held at Anderton’s Hotel, Fleet Street, E.C., on Tuesday, March 6 th, 1900, when Mr. Herbert R. Oldfield gave a display of his collection of the stamps of Columbia, accompanied by explanatory notes on the different issues under examination. Needless to remark, nothing but perfect copies were exhibited, every variety of shade, paper, and even of error, being well represented. At the conclusion of the display, the chairman (Mr. G. Haynes), tendered the cordial thanks of tho Society to Mr. Oldfield for his great courtesy in entertaining the members for the third time during the past two seasons. H . A. Slade, Hon. See. and Treasurer, Ingleside, St. Albans.

T h e P h il a t e l ic S o c ie t y o f I n d ia .— A General Meeting of the Society was held on the 30th January, 1900, at Mr. Larmour’s residence, No. 60, Bentinok

16 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E H T IS E R .

Street, Calcutta, at 6 o’clock, p.m. There was an . almost full attendance of members at present residont in Calcutta, Lieutenant-Colo :el G F. A. Harris being ' in the chair. A vote of thanks was passed to Mr. M.P , Castle, Editor of the London Philatelist, for a gift of 43 sets of unbound volumes 3, 4, 5, C and 7 (with supplement) of the London Philatelist for distribution to members of the Society. The late Sec etary announced that he had presented somplete sets (so far as they are now available) of the Philatelic Journal of India to Mr. J. A. Tilleard and Mr. G. Johnson, b.a.. the Secretaries of the London and Birmingham Philatelic Societies, for the use of their Libraries Mr, Corfield laid before the Meeting a proposal for the amalgamation (under certain conditions) of the Philatelic Society of India with the Philatelic Society of London (the Society retaining its individuality as the Indian section of the London Society) on and from the 31st December, 1J00, and stated that he had suggested a scheme with this in view to the President in Lahore, who had expressed . his fult approval of it After a discussion the Meeting cordially accepted the proposal in principle.

D E S T R U C T IO N O F N E W F O U N D

L A N D STA M PS.

M B. T. H A W K IN S sends us the following cutting from ‘ The Evening H e r a ld St. John’s, Newfoundland.

We hereby certify that we were present on Wednesday, the 3rd. inst., at the ' Royal Gazette Office,’ and on Thursday, the 4th, inst,, at the General Post Office, and did see the f jllowing obsolete stamps first defaced by the printing press, aud afterwards destroyed by fire :—

No. Denom. F ace V a l .49.717 ............ 2 c. green . . . 8 994 3440,638 ............ 3c. slate 1,219.14

104,569 ............ 5c. blue ... 5,228 4534,422 ... 6 c. pink ... 2 065.3292,966 ............ 1 0 c. black ... 9,296.6027,162 ............ 24c. blue ... 6,518.8869,653 ............ 1 2 c. p-brown ... ... 8,358.362,658 ( C. Issue )

I c . b ftbot.:79.74

11.342 „ ,. 566.10

Total ... 4.* ... #34,327 93

ARTHUR Mews, Deputy Colonial Secretary. Qeobob Coen, Deputy Minister Finance.Geo. W . L e Mesbusibr, Acct. General Post Office.

E. Devereux, Post Office Inspector.W i l l i a m C a m p b e l l , Stamp Clerk, G.P. Office.

We hereby certify that we were present at intervals on Wednesday, the 3rd. inst., at the * Royal Gazette ’ Office, during the defacing of the Postage Stamps enumerated in above certificate ; and that on Thursday, the 4th, inst., we were pres nt and did see the aforesaid stamps destroyed by fire at the General Post Office.

J. A l e x R o b in s o n , Colonial Secretary.J A. McL eod. Manager Bank of Nova Scotia.J. O. F raser, Postmaster General.F. C. Berteau, Comptroller and Auditor General.

D IE G O S U A R E Z .

T he exact status of the lithographed Dicgo-Suarez stamps serving as provisionals, while the local post office was short of the postage stamps supplied from Paris in 1890 and 1891 is very well esbaolished in an elaborate article of the Echo de la Timbrologie. The quantities printed are as follows: Of the 1890, 4,000 of the 1 centime ; 6,000 of the 5 centimes, and 15,000 each of the 15 and 25 centimes. When the regular stamps arrived the remainder of the lithographed provisionals was burned in the presence of a com. mission. There were destroyed 3,546 of the 15c., and 6,903 of the 25c. values. Of the lower values nothing was left, the stock having been exhausted sometime previous to the arrival of the French stamps. In the Autumn of 1891 the values of 5c. postage and the 5c. aud 50c. postage due Btamps were sold out another provisional issue was ordered, 3,000 of the first named and 1,500 each of the two last mentioned stamps being printed this time. This provisional issue was entirely exhausted before a new supply came and another provisional of the 5c. was issued, this time by surcharging the 10c. and 20c. values of the early 1892 Colony type. Catalogue values of the 7 lithographed periodicals are in no proportion to their real scarcity and will certainly command more than double before long.

NOTICES.

T elegraph Stamps of the Would.— Mr. Morley has issued what Beems to be an exhaustive catalogue of


these issues. This is, we believe, the first attempt made at anything like a comprehensive list and very satisfactory it seems. Oar own ignorance of Telegraphic Philately, to coin a phrase, prevents us criticising the matter but the book itself of 170 pages altogether of which 1 1 1 are descriptive matter is a very worthy one. The illustrations arc all photographic and of first class quality, produced upon best quality paper and the detcriptive part is upon one side of the paper only, leaving the other side for notes, additions, &c., and the whole is neatly bound in cloth. Mr. Morley deserves considerable and siucere congratulations upon the outoome of his labours.

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on stamps will be interspersed throughout the book.Tne " Pk il a t il ic A l m a n a c " for 1900 may be obtained of all principal stamp dealers, and can be ordered through all Book sellers and Newsagents in the United Kingdom. Ready December 15ttl, 1899. Wholesale t.ondon Agents: Charles

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cheap Approval Sheets Discount, 4d. in 1/- Al! good clear scamps. Lowest Prices.

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T h i s C h a n c eU N T IL J U L Y 1st, 1900.

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TWICE MONTHLY, about tbe 10th & 25thof eaoh month daring the stamp season and once a month in the summer. The proprietors roly upoD philatelic advertisers to support them, promising a large circulation among bona fide English and Foreign Collectors. Dates of next few issues are announced below.


MONTHLY CIRCULAR.(26th Year of Publication)

Advertisements must be sent as follows: —For May 14th Issue .. May 7th.„ May 28th >, .. May 21st.,, June 25th„ June 18th.„ July 30th „ .. July 23rd.„ Aug. 26th„ Aug. 20th.

A L L advertisements required to remain unaltered for three or more issues, are subjeot to an allowance ot 83£ per cent, and all ads. must be prepaid.

Subscription : S ix p e n c e for 6 issues, and a 24 Word advertisement given gratiB.

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200 G R A N D V A R IE T IE S ,Including complete current set of Grenada, vis. :—

i, 1, 2, 2J, 2£, 3, 6, S, 1/-, Unpaid Id., 2d., 3d.; Trinidad, current sat, £, 1, 2, 2$, 4, 5, 6d., 1/- (and obsolete); Barbados, two last issues nearly complete ; British Guiana, set of 6 Jubilees; St. Vincent and St. liucia (large variety); Tobago (obsolete); fine set of Hayti; Martinique, Guadeloupe, Leewards, &c. A really Bpiendid and attractive oolleotion from these interesting colonies All stamps in finest condition. Postage and registration free. First-class references furnished. Price : £1 sterling, 21 marks, 25 francs or 6 dollors in money order,* postal, cheque, draft or gold, to :—


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For philatelists, is a ruled approval book, whiob is absolutely the finest Id tbe trade.

1st.—Each book is ruled to hold 120 stamps (on one side o f the paper only), and is printed on bank paper.


3rd.—Each book will fit an ordinary envelope without folding. 4th.—Each book contains tbe usual In stru ctio n s printed In

the E n g lish . F ren ch , an d (Jarm an Lan guages, a fe stn re only to be found in onr books.

FOURTH EDITION NOW READY.12 fo r Sd ; U fo r 1(2 ; SO for 2 1 . ; 100 fo r 3a. Od. C a rn a g t paid

Tbe nth edition of our celebrated ruled sheets is now ready. Each sheet is ruled (on finest bank paper) to bold 60 stamps,

usual rules and space for your name and address. 23, 6d.; 30, n d . ; too, is. 6d.; 230, 3s. 6d.; 500, 6s ; 1.000, ns. C a rn a g t paid.

A specimen book and sheet post free fo r id. stamp only. Foreign orders must be accompanied by id. in the is. ertra, to

defiray cost of increased postage.

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AND P H IL A T E L IC T IM E S .Published Monthly.

S u b s c r ip t io n , 1/6 p k r A n n u m . Subscriptions commence with current number. Back numbers of Vols. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V II ,

and V II I , 6 d.Specimon, Id. Odd numbers of Vol. IX , 2d. each. Back JJos. of the Advertiser 2/6, for 1,2, 3, 4, 5, and


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for Sixpence, three insertions at the price of two. | The Advertiser is the best medium for short Advertisements of wants and offers, published Semi-Monthly.


ence to those of any other value. Money from abroad must be remitted by Postal Order or Notes. Amounts under 2 - may bo sent by unused stamps, higher values, at current rate of exchange. Unused (J.S. and Canadian high values accepted at face value. Postal and Money Orders payable at V/itton Road, Aston.

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments.Voi. I, II, III, IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , bound, cloth

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New Subscriptions to the ' ‘Advertiser” are entitled to one short Advertisement. Subscription 6d. for 6 issues, post-free.

All communications for the next issue should reach us by the Tenth of the Month at latest. We cannot guarantee insertion if received after that date.

A p r i l 14t h , 1900.

E d i t o r i a l ...................................................................................49C h r o n ic le ..................... 5°Postman's Knock ............................................................... 50The Arrangement 0 / a General C o l le c t o r ..................................52Vied v. Unused ......................................... 52Philatelic F ra u d s ............................................................... 53Society Reports ......................................... 54Notices ......................................... 55

The Philatelic Chronicle in addition to Its vary largo circle o f Subscribers, Is sent to a ll the members o f the Birm ingham Ph ila te lic Society and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal ot these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circu lation o f each and every issue is 1,003.

IT is never safe to predict until after the event— there may be an Irish sound about this aphorism, although its truth

is unquestionable— but it would be almost a safe prediction to say that Australian stamps will, ere long, resume a considerable portion if not the whole of their pristine importance in philately. The event which will probably make this un fait accompli is the near-approaching federation of the Australian Colonies. The present position of affairs points to a speedy consummation of the United Commonwealth. New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, and Tasmania have all not only accepted the Commonwealth Hill by large majorities, but have despatched it for the consideration of the Imperial Parliament.

However, as matters now stand, five of the six Australian Colonies are committed to early union, and as in the case of the German Postal Federation, the separate issues of postage stamps for those five States will cease, and one Federal issue will take their place. The Customs Department goes over to the Federal Government, as soon as it is formed, and the Bill provides for the transfer of the Postal Department upon a date to be fixed upon by the Governor-General subsequent to the establishment of the Commonwealth.

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The date of these changes is the one uncei tain element. The bill has to be passed through the Imperial Parliament, the new


form of government has to be arranged in its details and the new Governor-General and his staff to be appointed, equipped, despatched from England and landed in the Antipodes. Then the procedure will probably be an Imperial Proclamation and a meeting of the Federated Parliament— after which the new stamps for the Federation will be issued. There are just grounds, then, for supposing that the collection of Australian stamps will receive a fillip in the near future which will restore to them a laige amount of the popularity they enjoyed some years ago.

CHRONICLE.O R IT IS H C E N TR A L AFR ICA — A stamp of the Ic ) value of 2 /- has been added to the current set.

The design is the same as that of the other high values and the colour is olive and black.

CANADA.—The 3c. 6 c. and 15c. stamps are no longer being issued to post offices, but copies in the hands of the public are still available for postage.

COREA.— The current series of stamps has had its inscriptions altered, by means of characters surcharged in red at the ends of the upper and lower labels, so as to signify Empire of Coiea instead of Kingdom of Corea.

5p., green ; red surcharge.1 0 p., blue25p., violet brown „ ,,50p., mauve ,, ,,

Another journal announces that Corea has joined the Postal Union, and that a new series of fourteen values was to be issued on January 1 st, and a contemporary chronicles two values of this issue; the design is said to be of rectangular shape, with tho | Corean device in the centre surrounded by a circular i or oval garter hearing Corean characters, and the ! words “ Imperial Corean Post." These were reported I to have been issued on January 20tb.

2 cheun, blue.3 „ red.

D A N IS H W EST IN D IE S .—The 3c. stamp is now perf. 13x12).

3c. lake and blue ; new perf,F E D E R A TE M A LA Y STATES.— In addition to

those listed last month a lOo. has been issued.1 0 c. lilac and orange.

G U ATEM ALA.—We have seen a provisional con

sisting of 10c. carmine surcharged in three lines “ 1900 — 1 —Centavo.”

10c, carmine, surcharged “ 1900— 1— Centavo." iu black.

GOLD COAST.—The 5/- and 10/- stamps of the 1891-1 issue have recently had their colours changed, The 5/- is printed in green and mauve and the 10/- in green and brown.

L IB E R IA .—The lo . 2c. and 5c. of this Republic have appeared in the Postal Union colours, the designs remaining the same as those employed in 1897. The new stamps are also surcharged “ O S,” the lo. and 5c. in red, and the 2c. in black.

S E YC H E LLE S .— The following new values have been received at the Post Office Museum, Washington.

6 c- rose.75c yellow and violet, lr . 50c. gray „ red.2r. 25c green „ brown-red.

SAMOA.—The Samoan set has been surcharged in two lines “ Provisional Govt.”

rovisional Govt.” in red.,, ,v „ blue.„ „ ,, red,». „ .. red.,, ,, ,, blue,,, ,, „ blue.„ „ „ blue.

.a i, red.

Jd. green surch.Id. brown ft2d. orange ft4d. blue tt5d. carmine ft6 d. maroon ftI th .lake >92 sh.6 d. purple ,,

SOUDAN.— Mr. Aram Sempad, Cairo, sends us a specimen of the new service stamp, being the ordinary 5 m, “ Soudan ” on Egypt perforated with two large letters S.G.

5m , rose, Servioe stamp.SW ED EN AND N O RW AY. Sweden.— The new

1 krona stamp is not a particularly artistic one. Wink. Crown ; same perforation as the other values.

1 kr., carmine and blue-black.

postcards, &c.PORTUGUESE IN D IE S .— A new card of type of

the adhesiV's of 1898 is reported.Post Card ( Regular) :

j tanga, green on buff.RH O D ESIA .—W e list the following cards : —

Post Cards ( Regular ) :Id. pale red on white.

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T H E P O S T M A N 'S K N O C K .

EASTER is at hand, and your P ostman is looking forward to a short period of rest from his arduous labours. The mental strain of the

past few months has been simply tremendous— the

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whole responsibility of keeping this journal from utter dissolution appears to have fallen upon me and nothing but my well-known energy and ungrudging devotion of brain work to the paper has saved it from ruin, and an unworthy editor from indigent old age— for he would never get another job if he lost his present one, while after all my efforts, I can only go away for about three days, and that with an ungracious permission. [There are a few remarks in the above paragraph which cry loudly for comment. To preface, I must say that The P ostman is an unmitigated humbug not to say an untruthful person, and only the devoted affection which philatelists in general feel (by some inscrutable psychological influence) towards his person retains for him his position on the staff of this paper. I would comment upon his remarks categorically : ( 1 ) arduous labours: the old fraud is simply incapable of work, his nearest approach being the snipping of other people’s ideas from contemporary journals as done this month, (2 ) mental strain : with him an impossibility for physical reasons. (3) well- known energy: in getting advances and loans. (4) ungrudging devotion : to his pipe and bottle (5) only get away for three days, because he was flatly refused a further advance of salary. (6 ) ungracious permis.ion: the exact words were “ You can go when you like and need never come baok I ” These remarks may be considered strong by his many admirers among collectors, but I assure them that each one is true— his libellous statements regarding myself I pass over with the contempt they deserve.—E ditor, P. C. and 4 .]

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The Omaha issue of the United States has now been withdrawn entirely from issue, and the remainders, together with the unsold periodical stamps, were to be destroyed early in March. Less than 25,000 sets of periodicals were disposed of.

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Messrs Butler Bros., Clevedon, have sent the P ostman copies of their new wholesale and retail lists. The motto of the firm, “ Excelsior," has always hitherto been well applicable to their goods and the two lists mentioned show even greater efforts at excellence than in the past. Every collector and dealer should send for a list, for he “ won't be happy till he gets it ."

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Two Australian exhibitions are now proposed—one in Melbourne in May next, to commemorate the jubilee of the issue of postage stamps in Victoria, and the other in Sydney in August, to commemorate nothing in partioular, but the existence of philately in general.

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The Wedding Celebration issue of Tonga was not got over without one little mistake, which we trust,

however, will not mar in anyway the future happiness of the illustrous couple, or cause any doubt to be cast upon the actual date of the ceremony One stamp in eaoh block of 30 of those received shows the date “ 1889,” instead of “ 1899.” The printer should get into some trouble over this, for when a Royal lady claims that her wedding day was June 1 st, 1899, it is high treason to suggest that the marriage took plaoe ten years earlier I t is stated that the Ton can Parliament wished the king to marry a lady of the name of Ofa, and that when he refused and insisted on marrying another lady named Lavinia, there were great riots in the capital, each party endeavouring to burn its opponents’ houses, and give trouble generally. The latest news, however, is that matters have been settled, and that a further lot of stamps has been issued, overprinted " T L —TO ," which would seem to imply that the king (ever ready to please his subjects) has married both the ladies—a simple way out of the difficulty, which might not have been possible in loss favoured climes I

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The “ War Fund ’ ’ Stamp Auction took place in the Council Chamber of St. Martin’s Town Hall on Wednesday, March 28th. There was an exoellent attendance, considerably more than 1 0 0 being present, including many ladies. Mr. Walter Bull acted as auctioneer, and stated that in addition to the presents of stamps, philatelic literatuie, <fec., £65 had be.n contributed in cash. As there were practically no expenses in connection with the sale, the War Fund Bhould be augmented by a considerable amount. The amount actually secured was £1,002 7s , a sum which plainly shows that patriotism and philately can exist together.

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A section of the philatelic publio seem to have an idea that Messrs. Plumridge and Co. are carrying on the auction business of, or are in some way connected with, Messrs. Cheveley and Co. The impression probably arises from the fact that the first-named firm use offices in the same block of buildings as those lately oooupied by Messrs. Cheveley. The roason for this is the proximity of the Arbitration Room where the sales are held and which other auctioneers also use, including, probably, Cheveley and Co., but that any connection whatever exists between the two firms is entirely erroneous.

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Owing to pressure of business consequent upon the approach of Easter, Mr. Webb is unable to furnish his useful and interesting “ Notes on English " for this issue. T he Postman has expostulated in vain. The call of duty must be obeyed, but I think we may expect something in the way of overweight in next month’s “ Notes " to make up for the disappointment.i

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T H E A R R A N G E M E N T O F A

G E N E R A L C O L L E C T IO N .

Continued from last month.

I M A Y add that it is quite a mistake to suppose that even new collectors do not desire to have other than “ standard ” varieties provided for in

their printed albums. The new collector is as keen as the veteran on the acquisition of varieties and subvarieties. The following statement is an exaggeration, I cannot prove its truth (though why worry about a proof, even things that are true cannot be proved), but it w ill serve.

W e all know of the penny red Alaska of 1883 surcharged in May, 1887, “ one halfpenny" ( I am referring to the one in which the seal’s head has five whiskers on the left side only—not that with three on both sides), and we all know that one stamp of eaoh printing appeared with an inverted hyphen between the “ h a lf" and “ penny ” of the word “ half-penny.” I t is not known how many of this error were actually officially struck off, probably only a few, but some were sold over the counter by the daughter of the postmistress of a small town in the north of the eountry named Tomskivosliki (the town not the daughter—her name was Teckhla Strbmdidgji, with two dots over the 0 , it will be remembered). At all events, according to the Stamp Collector's Defender and Philatelic Beacon for 14th November, 1888 (pp 73-74) only 17 of these stamps with the inverted hyphen error were then known to exist. All catalogues since that date have listed them however, often unpriced, though no album I know of provides a space for them. I have a copy, Mr. T. Jones, referred to previously, has a copy, Mr. C Smith, whom I have also spoken of, has a copy, all the collecting friends I have ever met have copies. A block of eleven (two of them tete-btohe) was shown at Manchester and I hear that at the coming Paris Exhibition a uniqne display of this error is already spoken of as likely to cause a sensation. Still the error is to my mind one for a specialist’s consideration, and I for one do not think that the album publishers have acted unwisely in excluding space for it from their catalogued albums.

I mention all this as the story serves to point my meaning when I say that collectors are lost to Philately and business to dealers because of the restricted character of printed albums.

Master Tommy Jones, as I have said, acquired a specimen of this inverted hyphen error. R e turned to his album and to his utter disappointment found no mention of it there. This happened last Tuesday. H is collection is now reported to be on the market and he is apparently open to offers. He Bays “ Philately is all rot," or words to that effect. AgaiD Mr. Croesus Smith, the celebrated specialist in Alaskas only (I

have already mentioned him), was formerly a generalist, he was an enthusiastic collector of everything, a man after the heart of all dealers and exchange olub secretaries. A few hours after the hyphen error (printed in Alaska) was sold across the counter by Miss Teckla in Tomskivosliki, he was offered in the Kue de Henri Quatre, Paris, a copy of this very error. H e paid cash down for it at once, took it back with him to Staffordshire and opened his album with the intention of placing his treasure in the nook assigned to it. To his chagrin (a word of French origin of the sort he was just then fond of) he not only found no mention of the inverted hyphen Alaska but also no mention of the unsurcharged variety of the penny red in which the seal has the five whiskers. A t this he grew furious and afterwards morbid. He refused for a time to see his friends and declined all invitations out to dinner on the plea that he had already accepted subsequent engagements. This was weak of him—but eventually his general collection found its way to auction and for several years has devoted his exclusive attention to Alaskas pure and simple— usually simple.

Now I myself (as I have said) do not approve of the course of action followed by Mr. Jones or Mr. Smith, holding as I do that no album compiler could reasonably be blamed for overlooking in bis album provision for so trivial a variety as the penny red Alaska of 1833 surcharged on the five whiskered seal’s head “ one half-penny" with an inverted hyphen between the “ half ” and the “ penny," but what I do blame album compilers for is their refusal to chronicle such varieties as those of the plate numbers of Great Britain and many, many other catalogued stamps equally easy of acquisition and of great interest even to generalists. I do not ask for the hyphen error in any album list, though, as I have shewn, its absence therefrom was undoubtedly a leading cause for the permanent retirement of Mr. Croesus Smith as a general collector, as also it w ill be (it is to be feared) in the near future of Mr. Thomas Jones, not merely from the ranks of the generalists but from Philately altogether.

U S E D v. U N U S E D .

H E article by Mr. E. Heginbottom in our January issue was commented upon by the editor « f Stanley Gibbons' Monthly Journal in his

February issue, and provoked from Mr. Heginbottom a long letter on the subject giving his arguments against the dictum that the postmarks were immaterial to stamp collectors. We may reproduce Mr. Hegin- bottom’s letter in full some day but space now only allows us to publish the remarks of Stanley Gibbons' Journal with reference to the letter, commending its antithetical force and quiet humour to our readers.

“ The question of * Used versus Unused ’ is a very

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old one. In the earliest days there were enthusiasts who appeared to forget that a stamp was manufactured for any other purpose than that of being obliterated and put in an album, and we remember one of them asking a question in The Stamp Collector’s Magazine as to how it was that in certain countries so many more unused stamps were issued than used ouesl In those days, however, a single specimen was sufficient, either used or unused (the farmer preferred by the puriBts), and to collect specimen* in both conditi ms was considered greedy and extravagant; it is only of comparatively late years that the theory has been propounded that the obliteration can alter the nature of the 6 tamp itself, and that two stamps that are identically the same before they are used, and remain the same if cancelled with the same black obliteration, become different stamps (philatelically) if 'one of them is obliterated in black and the other in red or blue. The official nature of the obliterations that our correspondent enumerates we are fully prepared to adm it; the fact, i f it be a fact, that some of the various coloured inks ought not to have been used for obliterating purposes, docs not appear to us to matter much ; they were thus employed, and stamps so marked were recognised as obliterated. But our content ion is that, as far as the stamp is concerned.it does not matter what colour the obliteration is, the stamp remains the same. The argument that if, in the case of early English stamps, we reject all the varieties of obliteration, we reduce the list to a very short and simple one, is in no way to the point. In the first place, the multiplication of varieties is an evil, not an advantage ; in the second place, if these are, as we affirm, varieties of postmarks only, and not varieties of stamps, the simplification of the list merely means reducing it to a list of stamps and not a list of postmarks. In our humble opinion, a stamp with a red postmark differs from a stamp with a blue postmark, to the eye of a stamp collector, to exactly the same extent as a roast chicken differs from a boiled one to the eye of a naturalist.

“ The question whether it is the used or the unused stamp that we ought to collect is a much wider one. The intentions of Howland Mill or of the Post Office generally, as to what should be done with stamps do not concern us in the least, becauso, in the first instance, neither used nor unused stamps were intended to be collected and put in albums. Nothing that possesses any real interest to render it worthy of collection has been expressly mode for that purpose ; neither stamps, coins, nor medals were originally made for collectors, and even the rarest butterflies and moths were not (we believe) formed by Nature in order that they might figure in glasscases with a pin stuok through them. I f it is argued that Howland H ill intended that unused stamps should be put upon letters, it is equally fair to argue that he intended that used stamps

should be put in the waste-paper basket. From the official point of view, the obliteration destroys the stamp, and the obliterated copy is no stamp at a l l ; in fact, i f a means had been invented by which the stamp could actually be destroyed, burnt off the envelopo, without injuring the latter or its contents, that method would, tio doubt, have been adopted, and we should have had no used stamps to collect. The official view does not matter to us, and it iB no use appealing to it either w ay; but to claim that a used stamp is more of a postage stamp than an unused one is equivalent to claiming that an empty bottle is more of a wine bottle than a full one—the postal essence has disappeared from the one, like the wine from the other; the bottle has the advantage, for the celebrated dictum still applies, that * it has done its duty, and is ready to do it again ’ ; but the destroyed stamp can do its duty no more.

" At the same time these considerations do not affect the collector’s side of tho question; the used stamp is still a stamp to us, though it has ceased to be one to anybody else, but it can hardly be more of a stamp or more desirable (generally speaking) than when it was unused: it has been defaced, disfigured, therefore, to a greater or less extent, and can never be quite so good a specimen of the thing we collect as it was when in its pristine condition There are exceedingly few cases, in our opinion, where an obliteration in itself adds anything whatever to the interest of a specimen; for instance, where we desire to prove that a particular variety has been actually in use, an obliterated copy, if we know that tho obliterated is genuine, and was really applied at the period at which the stamp should have been in circulation (points extremely difficult to prove), is evidence of its use; or again, whore we want to prove the date of issue of a stamp, a specimen on the original envelope, with a date stamp by its side, will be of great interest, and the stamp must be obliterated, preferably with the date mark itself, to prove that it was really there at that date. But the obliteration is no improvement to the stamp, as a specimen, in either case; and such cases as these are very uncommon.”


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[A ll information and supposed forgeries may be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Return postage must be sent.]

R IT IS H SOUTH AFR ICA .— During the seige of Mafeking, the Postmaster of which place is distributor of stamps for the British Bechuanaland


Protectorate, one of the offices in the latter territory ran out of stamps, and was supplied with stamps of the B. S. A. Company. These stamps were not surcharged in any way, but it is resorted that some ingenious person has overprinted certain B. S A. stamps with the words " Bechuanaland Protectorate,” and os these are being offered for sale as provisionals it is well to warn our readers that this surcharge is a fraud.

CUBA.— 1870 issue.— We have seen all four values of this issue forged, used and unused. One die for all the values seems only to have been made and the figures of value were inserted afterwards, as the face shows the same points of difference from the originals. The face is longer in the forgeries the chin more pointed and the nose is very badly drawn The hair on the right hand side is too coarse and the pearl circle of the diadem quite indistinct The colors and the perforations are pretty accurate, hence they are dangerous.

EG YPT.— A self-Btyled postage stamp merchant of Alexandria, Egypt, Mr. S. Giorgianni, offers broadcast to reputable dealers of Europe his “ excellent imitations ” of Egyptian postage stamps. He writes in his circular that he is able to supply all the stamps of Egypt excepting only the current issue at face value He means business, for with his circular he encloses some “ samples,” all dangerous counterfeits.

H U N G AR Y .—According to the Philatelic Monthly, there are some very fine counterfeits of the lithographed Hungary being circulated from Turin. They are : 2 kreuzer, yellow-orange ; 3kr., blue green ; 10kr., milky-blue ; 15kr., yellow-brown ; 25kr., violet. (The 5kr. is not mentioned in the lis t; probably it was thought not worth while to forge this value). The journal states that the counterfeits are lithographed in such a way that the design shows absolutely no deviation from that of the originals. The only tests are that the paper is much rougher than in the genuine, and that, while they are all cancelled, the original gum on the back is intact. The journal says that they are perf. ” 9}, while the geuuine ones are perf. 1 0 or 1 0 ) ; ” but we fancy that these guages must have been accidently reversed, as all our originals are perf. 9 ).

JAPAN .—Collectors have been and are still being taken in by the counterfeit Japanese stamps sold in setB. They have new foes to meet now, am mg which are the counterfeit Inter Island stamps of Hawaii. They are very well executed and cancelled like originals, in red, but some have full *' original g jm ” on them and when collectors see used stamps with full gum, they “ smell a rat ”

V ICTO RIA ,— According to The Ph J. of O. B. an old 11 fake ” is being put on the market again, in the shape of the early lOd. with the rote colour discharged

from the paper in order to make it pass for the lOd. on white paper. These frauds are never, we believe, in the grey colour of the genuine, being of a greenish t in t; they also have the watermark “ 1 0 ” instead of ” 8 ,” which is sufficient to condemn them at once. Our contemporary thinks that the presenoe of this watermark is not conclusive; but this, we believe, is a mistake We do not believe that any white paper with watermark “ 1 0 ” was ever used for postage stamps in Victoria.


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One guinea was voted to the London Society's Transvaal W ar Fund.

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Mr. W. T. Wilson then gave a splendid display of the stamps of West Indies and British Guiana. Fifteen of the first issue circular stamps of British Guiana were shown on the original envelopes, and many other rare errors and varieties quite as scarce. The profusion and quality were such as to make it noteworthy even for a meeting of the B.P.S.

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•1861, 3 parak, lemon ... ... 2 0 —* 3 ,, orange ... ... 2 3 —* „ 6 ,, red ... 0 11 9 0 —• „ 6 „ carmine ... ... 0 3 2 0 —* >. 30 „ blue ... ... 0 3 2 0 —1862, 30 ,, blue ... ... ... 0 7 5 0 —1866, 20 ,, rose ... ... 0 s 3 6 —1868, 2 bani, yellow ... ... 1 5 —

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.1 3 »• lilac ... ... I 10 15 0 A •—H 4 >1 blue ... ... 3 0 —>1 IB •• red ... ... 0 5 3 6 —„ 18 „ rose ... 0 9 7 0 —

*869, 3 .. yellow ... ... 2 6 —*3 to „ blue ... ... 0 9 7 0 —n 10 .. dark blue ... 1 0 9 0 —.» 15 *. red ... 0 10 _1. 15 M carmine ... ... 1 0 _I t 25 - orange and blue ... ... 1 6 12 0 __

1871,5 1, carmine ... ... 1 6 —It 10 it orange ... ... X 0 9 0 —„ 10 ,, blue ... ... 1 6 __M 15 It red ... 10 0 _« 25 it brown ... ... 2 6 __

3 .. red, perf... ... 2 6 __10 „ blue ... ... X 6 12 0 _25 •• brown ... 2 6 __

1873, i j rt olive ... ... O 0 9 6 0tr 3 •’ green ... ... O 3 1 8 Z5 0It' 5 M brown ... ... O X 0 911 10 blue ... ... 0 1 0 7 3 0n *5 .* brown ... ... 0 3 I 10 20 O.. „ orange ... ... 0 3 I 0 8 0, . 5<> .. rose ... 0 ; 5 0 —

18715, i| , olive ... ... 0 2 1 4 __,. J „ brown ... 0 0 8 3 0. . to „ blue ultramarine es. . . . 0 0 8 5 0

>5 .. brown ... ... 0 2 t 4, . IS .. yellow-brown ... 0 2 1 4 —

30 „ red ... 0 8 5 0 —

t»?9, " 1 ,. black . . . 0 0 7 3 0M 3 II olive . . . 0 2 1 411 5 11 green . . . . . . 0 0 7 —

1# 10 it rose ... 0 1 0 7 —

.1 15 it red . . . 0 8 3 0 —

11 25 .. blue . . . 0 7 5 0 —

<• 30 „ je llow bistre ... 0 7 S 0 —

*1891, Jubilee, l l bani, red . . . 0 4 % 6 —*

*1 „ 3 „ violet . . . 0 10 7 6 —*

„ 15 „ brown ... I 0 8 6 —

1805, ? ; bani, blue, watermark P R. ... 0 3 2 0 15 01893/99. 5° bani, orange . . . 0 0 6 3 0

„ 1 leu, brown on rose . . . . . . 0 2 0 9 6 0t . 2 „ orange and brown . . . 0 4 2 6 20 0

R O U M A N IA , Unpaid.i88i, 2 bani, brown ... . . . 0 2 1 0

t» 5 11 It ... 0 6 4 0 —

ti ZO . . . . . . 0 2 X 0 6 6.1 10 „ light brown . . . ... 0 I 0 9 5 0

s. d. $. d. s. aper t. per 10. per 100

1881, 30 bani, brown... ... 0 1 0 6 4 0m 30 *t light brown ... 0 t 0 5 3 0it so *1 brown ... ... 0 4 3 0 *5 0if 60 ... X 0 9 0

1890, a bani. green ... ... 0 1 0 8t» 5 i» 11 ... 0 2 X 3*1 10 „ ,• ... 0 3 X 6tt 30 ,9 „ ... 0 1 0 6M 5° |t II ... 0 4 3 0.1 60 ,, ... 0 10 7 6

B U L G A R I A .■ per 1. per 10

1879, 5 cents, black ... 1 3 9 0„ 23 „ black and violet ... 1 5 t3 6

1881, 3 stot, red and green' ... ... 0 3 2 0„ 3 „ black ana yellow... ... 0 3 1 6„ 13 „ red and green ... 0 6 4 0„ 23 „ black and violet ... ... 2 6.. 30 „ blue and brown ... ... O 6

*1882,1 „ violet and grey (Edini) ... 0 3 2 0• „ 2 „ green (Diva) 0 2 t 6

„ 30 „ violet and green... ... 0 2 I 0„ 30 „ blue and green ... 0 2 1 4

i88g, 1 leu, red ... 0 3 2 01892,13 on 30 ... 0 3 X 6

F R A N C S , U n p a id .1882,20 cents, black 0 4 2 6

,, 40 ,, „ ' ... ... 0 6 4 0,, 60 ,, ,, ... 0 3 2 0

U .S . o f A m e r i c a T r e a s u r y20. brown ... 0 6 4 06c. ,f ... ... 0 5 3 6IOC. „ ' 1 0 9 0I2C. „ 0 6 4 015c. „ 0 10 7 630c. „ 0 10 7 690c. „ X 8 15 0

P E R S I A .1879, 3 kran, black and blue ... , ... 0 5 3 61881, 25 cent, green t ... 0 3 2 0

„ 10 carmine Lythograpbic ... 3 to 01882, 10 cent, black and orange 4 ... 0 5 3 6

„ 1 fr., black and violet ... ... 0 to 6 0

S E R Y I A ,1869, 10 para, brown ... 0 8 6 0

„ 20 ., blue... ... ... 0 2 1 440 „ violet 0 5 3 6

,, 50 ,, green „ ... 0 5 3 61880,50 ,, browp # ... 0 3 2 0'M ontserrat, 1884/83, CA, Jd green ... 0 6 4 0* ,, ,, CA, id. carmine 0 9 7 a•N ev 1, 1S84, CA. Ad. green 0 6 4 0'V irg in Islands, 1883, CA, id. green 0 5 3 6

C A S H V i T H O R D E R S .

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T H E juggling with the stamps of New Zealand still continues and looks like continuing for some time. The one

penny and the fourpence have changed colour and design the one with the other but the sizes for some reason did not suit, and so with the other low values. The halfpenny and twopence have both been re-engraved and the design made smaller by the very merest trifle— one millimetre at the outside each way— and in other minor respects the designs have been altered. The other values have yet to be dealt with, although, we understand that the 6d. has been issued in the dull purple of the English-printed halfpenny. This being the case Fate alone knows what colour the halfpenny will come in— possibly, the now nearly universal green. Anyhow, the moral for collectors is easy to observe: Look after your New Zealand until you know what’s what!

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CONTENTS.

E d i t o r i a l ..........................................C h r o n ic le .....................................................................Postman's Knock ..................... .The Stam ps o f M exico . . .............................The Stamps o f Nrat Z e a l a n d .......................................Philatelic F ra u d s ; The Gen Tablet Perforation GaugeSociety Reports ...........................................................Notices ....................................................................

Page. 57 57 5»I?6061 6z 63

O R A Z I L .—Mr. Alph Bruck, of Rio de Janeiro, informs us that the issue in commemoration of the discovery of Brazil was in use only from

January 1st to February 28th, and the total issue was400,000. They will be on sale until the 7th of September, however, in the sets 100, 200, 500 and 700 reis upon which date they will be entirely destroyed. The plates were defaced on 30th December last.

B AVAR IA .— Two new values were issued las month. Perf. 11$.

3 marks, olive-brown.5 „ green.

C E YLO N .—The 2r.25c. stamps are now in use. The colour is blue.

FR AN C E —Mr. Vahan Mozian, Paris, sends us the new 2 franc stamp of the current type (variety a).

2 fcs. bistre on bluish.

58 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D VE R T ISER .

T R E N C H COLONIES.— Stamps of the current type has been surcharged for use in Vathy, Djibouti, and New Caledonia. The set for Alexandria is now complete.' G R E AT B R IT A IN .— The new halfpenny stamp

was duly issued on April 17th. We have to thank Mr. W. F . Dick, West Green, London, for the first copy addressed to this paper. The 1/- value will be issued about August. The 4)d. is not to be printed further. The stamps issued in London had the same space between the two pane* filled in with small lined rectangles, but those issued in the provinces, so far, have had a blank space between the panes as in the sheets of vermilion stamps. By the way, the proclamation of the change describes the old stamps as “ red.” The first copies sold to (he public were obtained at the Bedford Post Office where the vermilion stamps ran out on April 14th

N E W ZE A LA N D .—Our esteemed correspondent, Mr. H. M. Stowell, has sent us a specimen of the new postage due stamp. A plain design printed in green with inscription n .z .— p o s t a g e d u k contains the value in red numerals. Wmk. N .Z and star, perf. 11.

5d. green, red numeral. 6d. lOd.!/•

id green, red numeral Id * .. n2d. ,, ,,8d. „4d. ,, ,,

Mr. J. M. Houston, Dunedin, has sent us the new Id. stamp. The bi-coloured penny and the fourpenny have changed values.

N IG E R COAST.— The 1/- black Is now printed on Crown and C.A. paper

N O R TH E R N N IG E R IA .— According to continental contemporaries a set of stamps is issued for these districts of the new Sierra Leone, &c,, type, watermark C.A. and Crown, perforated 14

£d. lilao and green. Id. „ red.2d. „ yellow.2*d. „ blue.5d, „ brown.

6d. lilac and violet-blue. lOd. green and brown. 1/- ,, black.2/6 „ blue.

ROUMANIA.-—Mr G. Johnson has shown us a block of nine stamps of the 1893 issue containing eight 5 bani and the error 25 bani, blue.

SOUTH AFRICA. — Mr. Ewen has received specimens of various war provisionals now being used in the Orange Free State.

id., Id., 2^d. and 4d,, O.F. S., surcharged “ V .R .I,” All very muoh discoloured, and needless to say, without gum.

id. orange, O.F.S.. unsurcharged.Various, overprinted “ T .F .” Also, several over

printed “ Telegraaf.” These are old surcharges and specimens sent may not have been of recent use.

SOUTH A U S TR A L IA .—The new Id. rose has been surcharged O R . in black. The other values probably have been, or wifi be, also surcharged.

A correspondent has sent us a block of eight one shilling South Australia current shade, &c., imperforated vertically. They were purchased in Adelaide quite recently. The perforating machine had evidently missed the corner of the Bheet by Borne means as the left-hand stamps and the right-hand edging are both perforated. The postal clerk being extra conscientious (the president of the B.F.S. describes him as a “ blitherer ” ) insisted on cutting between the stamps as far as the lower edging before parting with them, but the block is still in its entirety for sale.

SPA IN .— A new type of stamp is in course of adoption. The head of the youthful king is turned slightly to the right in a circle. E bfan a above, bello - pobtaXi on either side, and the value below. The 15 cent is the only specimen out so far.

15 centimos, blue.SW ITZ E R LA N D .—Mr.VahanMozian, Paris, sends

us the 12 centimes, blue, of current type.

POBTCABDS, &C.FR AN C E .— The 10x10 postcard has been over

printed Alexandria.GERM.-tN COLONIES.— Several of these Colonies

have received German postcards with suitable surcharge for their own use.

N E W SOUTH W A LE S .—I t is said that 2,400 envelopes were impressed with Id, stamp instead of 2d. A second Id . stamp was afterwards impressed to make up the value.

P O S T M A N S K N O C K .

TH E Grand Old Man of philately has retired from the public gaze. M. J. B, Moens is the doyen of stamp collectors. Your Taplings, Castles,

Phillipses, and the smaller fry, alike bow down to tho great authority at Brussels, nay—but let it be whispered with bated breath— even The Stamp Man himself, the Great Palmer, the One and Only Exterminator of Forgers and The Universal Philatelic King is reported to acknowledge M.Moens as being almost an equal. But times change and men change with them.M. Moens practioally commenced scientific philately in January, 1863, when he founded Le Timbre Post, and from that day he and his paper have been living monuments of the cult. The Postman humbly trusts that M. Moens will long enjoy his well-earned otium cum dignitate, but he grievously acknowledges that philately has known but one other loss so severe —that of the late John Kerr Tiffany.

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The position of the philatelio exhibition in Paris is definitely ohosen. I t will be held in the beautiful home of the National Society of Horticulture, situated near the Boulevard St. Germain and only a short distance from the principal entranoe to the Great Exhibition,

T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE ARID A D V E R T IS E R .

This journal is now the “ Pilat Chronicle and Advertiser ” according to the wrapper of a continental centemporary. Is “ pilat " near enough for the Major? % *

Mr. G Preston Pearce is engaged on a scheme which commands the attention of all cub secretaries and members. He is endeavouring to arrange a system of insurance lor club packets on circuit. The furtherevolution of this project is full of interest.

* **“ The following description of the new issue of

Hungary in the ‘ Filler ’ currency may be of interest. The background of the stamp represents the immense plain of Hungary, and just above the numeral is the crown of St. Stephen. On the left top corner of the crown is one of the 1 Crows’ Wellff,’ as the wells are called, which are found scattered sparingly about the plain of Hungary. On the right is the road by which the Magyars entered Hungary for the first time, and which led them to Mohacs, where they rested for the space of forty days and held the tribal meetings, at which Arpad was proclaimed the first king of Hungary, Arpad died in 907 Above the crown there hovers the 1 Jurul,’ which is the mystical bird of the Magyars, and which, accoruing to the legend, descended from heaven immediately on the proclamation of Arpad as king, and settled upon his forehead. The Hungarians regard the ‘ Juru l’ as the source of supernatural powers confined to themselves. According to M. Moens, this bird is the 1 Touroul,’ which acted as a messenger between the pagan Hungarians and their god Isten.” The above quoted is from S .G .M , but I understand that the opinions of authorities yet differ as to whether the winged creature is the Tooralooral bird of old or the famous Oof-bird of modern times. Personally, I am inclined to the latter opinion as there is a close connection between stamps and that creature nowadays,

* **It is rumoured that the light-fingered gentry have

been much in evidence at London auctions lately. We are authoritatively informed that all or nearly all the auctioneers have beon victimised. Messrs. Plum- ridge have circulated a description of one lot abstracted from their office We reproduce it in the hope that it may possibly lead to some clue being discovered :— Description of Lot 327. Queensland : Wmk, star, imperf, 2d. deep blue, a lightly-eancelled horizontal strip of three, two of the Btamps being superb large margined copies, and the other very fine.

* *W e get letters of congratulation practically every

day but it is not every day that three testimonials are dated to us on the same day. The following three form a coincidence worth marking. All were sending new advertisements for our April 14th issue—hence, probably, the coincidence of dates; Prague, April 9th. “ I am very pleased with the results I have had

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up to the present time. Yours very truly, J. H . R u s s e l l J ones, " London, S.E., April 9th. “ Your paper continues to give us satisfaction. Hoping this advertisement is in time. Faithfully yours, T h e Co lo n ia l Sta m p Co.” Leeds, 9 April, 1900. “ Outof 3 ads. in 3 periodicals simultaneously yours was by far the most successful, with gratifying results. Yours &c., W . J. Scorr.”

T H E S T A M P S O F M E X I C O .

(Adapted from a U.S. Contemporary.)

FASHION, which takes hold of stamps as well as other things, frequently seems to be without any reasonable ground, and hence the saying :

Fashion is foolish, fads are follies. This saying is only in part true. By closer investigation it w ill be found that all fashions, all fads, and even all follies, have gome reasonable cause. There is always an underlying principle which is quite reasonable, but the application of which is not always readily apparent and sometimes much overdone. The great favour shown to British Colonial stamps is no doubt due to the great rarity of some of them, besides the patriotism and machination of British collectors and dealers; but nothing has helped these stamps more into favour than their beauty, for which stamp collectors have a quick eye. Beauty is probably the principal reason why modern speculative issues hold their own in spite of all endeavours to bring them into general discredit. On the other hand stamps which laok beauty can hardly be raised to general favour though the greatest efforts be made. Such are most of the stamps manufactured in Spanishspeaking countries.

The stamps of Spain may appeal to the philatelic student, and he may find them as interesting as the stamps of Mauritius and New Zealand, but the average collector will slight them, because they have no beauty to appeal to his favour. The same will be found true in regard to stamps of the Spanish colonies and the South American republics. These latter are just now somewhat in prominence, but the hope of their general acceptance to favour lies in the strong sprinkling they contain of stamps manufactured in the United States, and the beauty of these in contrast with the homeliness of the rest.

Similarly it is with the stamps of Mexico. The excessive homeliness of so great a number of them seems to offend the sense for beauty. Even the very first issue, the design of which is very fair, shows such very poor execution that the inexperienced will be tempted to at k ; Are they genuine? The same may be said of the third issue, that of 1864, design of the Mexican eagle. This design, if properly executed, would make a beautiful stamp, but alas 1 eee what poor, blurred blotches were made of it. The portrait

60 TH E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

issue of 1864 is nou-objectionable in regard to beauty, but this issue was made in New York and used for a very short time only. The Maximilian issue of 1866, though not pretty, is better than the first and third. Then comes a long list of provisionals and surcharges, with very little to gratify the aesthetic. In the issue of 1868 we would find the non plus ultra of homeliness unless some of the Indian States productions can excel in thiB questionable prerogative. The issue of 1872 is but little better, and it was but wise that the contract for manufacturing stamps was again given to the people of New York.

From 1882 on, Mexico made its own stamps again, and though there is a groat improvement over former attempts, no first-class work has been done up to date. Besides the regular issues the Forte de Mar stamps, the use of which has been much doubted, augment rather than diminish the want of beauty when we take Mexican stamps as a whole. It is not surprising therefore that very few collectors will cake much interest in Mexican stamps, and that some even feel an aversion against them. For this there may be other causes, but the principal one is lack of beauty, and that will affect the student as well as the amateur.

Yet there is something in Mexican stamps that must appeal to all. It is the portraiture of the country’s history. Mexico was a colony of Spain, the same as Cuba was. After a long struggle it became free, but suffered under continual revolutions for a period of fifty years, which sufficiently accounts for the lack of art and fine taste as portrayed in the initial issues of postage stamps. When the first issue was made the country had not yet fully settled to peace, but the feeling for liberty was strong among the people, hence the portrait of Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla, the liberator of 1810, was chosen for the central design of the first stamp. Hidalgo was a priest, and the desire for religious, besides political liberty, soon suppressed Hidalgo’s portrait and set the eagle, the national emblem, in its place. Then comes the short and sadly ended imperial reign of Maxim ilian, and after that general disorder, until Hidalgo’s portrait again appears on the stamps, but in what miserable form 1

With the improvement of order the stamps improve too. The Mexican people begin to learn from their northern neighbours. From 1879 to 1884 we find beside Hidalgo’s likeness that of Carlos Benito Juarez on the country stamps. Juarez was of Indian descent, the champion of religious liberty, of educational and financial reform, the successful defender of bis country against the French invasion, the greatest man Mexico ever bad, and the appearance of his likeness on the Btamps indicates prosperity. In 1882 three stamps were issued, which are a copy c,f the U.S. due stamps, an adaptation which shows the spreading of North American influence. Still the country is under clerical influence; Hidalgo’s effiy again occupies the stamps

of 1884, and Juarez disappears. F inally in 1886 the large numeral issue makes its appearance and indicates that the country is more and more turning to commerce and industry, leaving political and religious questions to the peaceful decision of the individual.

The present issue serves as a resume of the postal development and seems to mark a new era, an era of culture, study, art and science. For the philatelic student the stamps of Mexico afford a large field for rosoarch. For American collectors C. H. Mekeol’s work in the Philatelic Journal of America, 1896, is probably the most accessible. For those who read German, E. Heitmann’s “ Grosses Handbuch der Philatelic ” Part 25-33, will prove excellent. But there is yet many a point unsettled and enough work to do for those who are willing and able to do it. The specialist w ill find the stamps of Mexico rich in varieties of colour, shade, paper, perforation, and watermarks, surcharges and curios. For the collectors of the U.S. the stamps of its nearest southern neighbour should have some special interost. Until now Mexioo is free from speculative issues, whilst its counterfeits and reprints have been sufficiently described to enable every careful collector to avoid them. Remainders seem to be well in the market, so that a depreciation in value is hardly to be expected from that source. All that these stamps want is beauty, but the time may come when collectors will overlook the one failing and take them into favour for the sake of their own wonderful interest.

T H E S T A M P S O F N E W Z E A L A N D .

B y H enby M. Stow ell.

FO LLO W IN G upon the introduction of our new and beautiful series of 1898, many changes have occurred in our stamp system. The permanent

form, now rapidlv being assumed, w ill shortly demand, and admit of, a closely detailed history of the stamps of the series under review. Matters have already, however, reached a point which favours a brief sketch, such as may enlighten your readers and guide their knowledge of the issue along clearer channels than at present obtains.

Early in 1898 the “ London P r in t " with its multiplicity of inner shades and varieties of inner perforations was issued. The glaring defect “ W a k i- tipu ,” 2 }d. blue, was published, and a wild scramble of dealers and collectors for the coveted “ rarity " resulted in a speedy clearance. Alas, for their successes I the general public clamoured for copies of the “ error ’ ’ and to satisfy the demand a score of thousands " extra ” were provided, after which “ W akatipo ” took its place. (By the way an error still exists, for the oorrect spelling is W hakatipc). Arrangements were at once made for transplanting the machinery, &o., to New Zealand so that the

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colony could do its own printing. Meantime certain values of the London print “ ran out ’ ’ and pending their reproduction in New Zealand, a reversion to certain values of the pre-London issue took place in 1899. In answer to our swears a speedy issue of the Colonial print was promised, and these wretched articles (the 9d. more particularly) appoared at the end of the year with the J1 perforation so dear to officialdom. I have the 5d , (3d., 9d., and 2/-, so perforated. {The Government I rioting Office frank stamp, noticed by you in Januury, had then also appeared.) Simultaneously with this we suddenly— albeit casually - -rose to the importance of a “ postage due ” issue. These have now made their appearance and show a rather commonplace-looking stamp printed in green with a red numeral in the centre. The colour and design appears the same for all values of ^d., Id , 2d., 3d., 4d., 5d,, 6d., lOd. and l/-, the figure of value being the only difference. While this was taking place other grand alterations were in contemplation, embracine a wide change of colours in the standard issue—a conforming to the Postal Union regulations—the elevation of the Id , blue (the production of which proved costly) to the rank of fourpence—and the re-engraving of the fourpenny and its reduction to the status of one penny, red. I enclose a specimen, it ill compares with our pretty fourpenny rose; it has been reduced in size, value and beauty, in one operation. The jd, yellow-green, Id. red, 2d. violet, 4d. blue, and 6d. pink aro now, March, issuing from the chief post office. Those which I have are perf. 1 1 , and in all probability the others are also. As to the remaining values deponent sayeth not whether colour changes are pending. So far, very few Colonial prints of the London series have issued, and— well I cannot say more.

P H I L A T E L I C F R A U D S .

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FRANCE.— I recently removed from a sheet in an Exchange Club a curiously {faked France, 1849. The inscription at base, 25c. postes 20c. was

ingeniously altered to read 20c. postes 15c, Whether done as a joke or with a view to profit I do not know but as it was marked only 6d., at 50% discount, I take it that someone had been experimenting for fun.

IT A L IA N STATES. — An American gentleman, just returned from a trip tarough Franoe and Ita ly showed

your correspondent some of the beautiful acquisitions he prided himself upon having found "d irt-cheap” in the store of an antiquarian of San Remo. There were some stamps of Parma, Tuscany, Naples and Sicily on letters and envelopes, the entire lot in apparently splendid condition and there was but one single objection to make, viz : There was not one genuine stamp among the entire lot. Every one of the old letters and envelopes was faked, the most dangerous one being a Bmall envelope on the top of which there are in a row the 5, 10, 2 0 , 40, and 80 centesimi Parma 1859, addressed to one Signore M. Bosio, and cancelled May 16, 1859. All the counterfeits seem to originate in the factory of the notorious Oneglia, of Turin, Italy, whose fraudulent dealings were aired in the Italian courts some years ago.

SPAIN .— 1853 issue, 2 Rcales, red.— A very good forgery of the above stamp is abroad.

The principal points of difference are as follows :— The 2 before Rs is leaning over too much and has a different foot, the R is too long and the S too small. The shading on the neck consists of single dots in the forgeries, whereas in the originals it consists cf dots and lines.

The paper 1b thin, but woolly and not so tough as in the originals.

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Ihe total size when closed is only about 1 | inch by 1 inch, in fact the size and appearance is just as here illustrated. Small as it is, however, it shows no fewer than fourteen different gauges—from 9) to 16— besides a mili metre scale. All this is got into small compass by using the tablet arrangement—the five component tablets being secured together by an eyelet. One great advantage is the case with which the gauge can be inserted beneath the stamp to measure its perforation without necessity to disturb it at all. The following illustration

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March 1st. Display. British Guiana and West Indies, Mr. W. T. Wilson.

Messrs. J. C. Morgenthau and D. T. Lacunza were unanimously elected members.

A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Philatelic Society of India and Wilmot Corfield. Esq., for Vols. I . and I I , of the P. J. o f India.

One guinea was voted to the London Society’s Transvaal War Fund.

The English edition of "Sw iss Stamps” was ordered to be purchased for the library.

Mr. Wilson then gave a splendid display of the stamps of British Guiana and the West Indies, fifteen of the circular stamps of British Guiana being

shown on original covers, and other rarities in exceptional numbers and condition.

April 5th. Philatelic Discussion.Mr. G. W, Martin was unanimously elected a

member.May 3rd. Display. Mexico, Mr. R. Hollick.Mrs. T. G. Dickson and Mr. J. G. Hawley were

unanimously elected members.A sub-committee was appointed to make arrange

ments for two stamp auctions during next session. All members w ill be allowed to contribute. Full particulars will most probably be given in the annual report which will be published on October 4th, and which will contain the advertisements of dealers at same rates as in previous years if received by the hon. seo. on or before September 15th.

Mr. R. Hollick then gave a display of his fine collection of Mexico, which includes a large number of extremely rare varieties, errors, dec.


members of the Exchange— thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E., but most clubs are satisfied with from 12] to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March paokets totalled over £491. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensible. Members joining now are free until July 1st, and have all the privileges of tbe Exchange (except the official journal), if their reference are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W, G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

H erts P h il a t e l ic So c ie t y .— A general meeting was held at Anderton’s Hotel, Fleet Street, E.C., on Tuesday, April 3rd. Mr. Franz Reichenheim was duly elected an ordinary member of the Society, and in acknowledging the same expressed his readiness to show his collection of German stamps next season. Mr, Rcichenheim’s offer was gladly noted. Mr. T, W . Hall then showed the first portion of hie collection of Argentine stamps as the time at hie disposal did not permit of the display of the later issues. A hearty vote of thanke, proposed by Mr. Gaffe and seconded by Mr. Jones, was passed for the admirable display and paper.—H. A. Slade, hon. sec. and treasurer, Ingleside, St. Albans.

Su bu rban E xc h an g e Cl u b .— Four packets, containing 187 sheets valued in the aggregate at £1,919 14s. 3d., were made up for the Maroh circuit

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and despatched by the 26th of that month. Some very fine collections of colonials were contributed, and prices, generally speaking were moderate. It should be borne in mind that a great demand exists for the rarer varieties in good condition at reasonable prices. Application for rules Ac., to be made to the secretary, H. A. Slade, Ingleaide, St. Albans._________

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CO&KKHT I8BUK 8T. V^HCSÎT *T PAGE VALUE.

5b VinciSnt ij- vermilion, each ,1/4. St.; 'Vincent g<£ on 4dv maj and brown, each 3/; 4 for ' i f f6. Si. VBi'cehl '*44; on 4d. b'ack

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^"J“ * H A T “ Satan finds some mischief still I for idle hands to d o ” is true now as

ever The philatelic spirit was abroad in Mafeking during the idle siege time, it saw its opportunity, and B a d e n -B owki l , imper viou- to the Boer attar k, succumbed to the beguiling influence of Bun. ti-.i.ia. But what is the status of the “ M ai-eking B e s i i c g i o ” stamps? it seems incredible that a little village whose farthest boundaries would not exceed half-a-milr should require a special and elaborate issue of postage stamps! By w'n.ti light the stamps were mutilated in the way described is inconceivable but it wa- evidently done either for amusement or eventual profit As a pastime the thing is too absurdly childish and the other alternativ e seems the only possible one. L'lven as after the dege of Bulawayo we shail, presumably, have the semi-military bagman make his journey to Europe carrying a cargo of the pre, ious surcharged stamps— to return laden with English gold Yet the stom ps themselves have absolutely no stains philatelicnlly or legally They arc simply genuine stamps spoilt, and ;/ they did duty subsequent to their mutilation it was only by the courtesy of the postal officials or owing to military pressure— let someone surcharge English stamps with, say. I T pkr T ooting R e l i e v e d and see whether the English postal authorities accept them— as for the rumoured iabel with the gallant Colonel’s portrait thereon, if such exists with his sanction it is

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E d ito r ia l .........................................................Chronicle ...Postman's Knock ......................................Holes on English Stamps .............................Philatelic Frauds............................. ............The Kaa Orange River Stamps; Redrawn Brazils The Colours o j the Trtang ilar Capes ; Society Reports Notices .................... ..............................

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TH A T “ Satan finds some mischief still for idle hands to d o ” is true now as ever The philatelic spirit was abroad

in Mafeking during the idle siege time.it saw its opportunity, and B a d e n -Po w e l l , impervious to the Boer attack, succumbed to the beguiling influence of P h i l a t e u a . But what is the status of the “ M afekin g B e s i e g e d ” stamps? It seems incredible that a little village whose farthest boundaries would not exceed half-a-mile should require a special and elaborate issue of postage stamps! B y what right the stamps were mutilated in the way described is inconceivable but it was evidently done either for amusement or eventual profit As a pastime the thing is too absurdly childish and the other alternative seems the only possible one. Even as after the siege of Buluwayo we shall, presumably, have the semi-military bagman make his journey to Europe carrying a cargo of the precious surcharged stamps— to return laden with English gold. Yet the stamps themselves have absolutely no status philatelically or legally They are simply genuine stamps spoilt, and i f they did duty subsequent to their mutilation it was only by the courtesy of the postal officials or owing to military pressure— let someone surcharge English stamps with, say, U ppe r T ooting R e l i e v e d and see whether the English postal authorities accept them— as for the rumoured label with the gallant Colonel’s portrait thereon, if such exists with his sanction it is nothing more nor less than ridiculous self- glorification— it can have not the remotest

66 TH E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE AND AD VE R TISER .

claim to be called a postage stamp, although it would have great interest as a souvenir of gallant deeds and the memento of a brave soldier.

CHRONICLE.

CAPE OP GOOD H O PE ,— Mafeking Furthervalues of the Mafeking siege stamps have arrived. Two of these are on Cape stamps,

another is on the 3d. unappropriated die type of £. Bechuanal&nd, and 1/- on the 4d. British Bechu&na- land of 1891.

Id. on $d. green (Cape 1898).3d. on Id. carmine (Cape 1898)3d. on 6d. lilac (Br. Bech., 1888).1/- on 4d. brown on green (Br. Bech , 1891).

CANADA.—The values 3c., 6o., and 15c. are, it is said, to be shortly withdrawn from use.

C E YLO N .—-The 2c. brown is now surcharged “ On Service.”

2 c brown, black overprint.G REAT B R IT A IN .— The sheets of Id. stamps are

now appearing with the same design in the space between the panes as on the sheets of the new £d. green. The latter stamp has been issued surcharged“ ARlfY OFFICIAL."

Jd. green, “ Army Official.”When the present stock of the 4 id. stamp has been

sold out there will be no more printed, as theie is so little demand for that value.

The Philatelic Record describes the new l/- stamp which is to be issued next month. The design is unaltered, The centre of the stamp, i.e., from and including the words 11 Postage and Revenue ” above and “ One Shilling ” below the portrait is printed in green, and the surrounding design in lake.

JAM AICA.— A correspondent has sent us the new Id. picture Bt&mp, of large size, which gives a view of Llandovery Falls.

Id. red, wmk. Cr. and C.C.JAPAN .— Messrs. Sender and Co. have forwarded to

us oopieB of the new Japanese stamp in commemoration of the Crown Prince's marriage. They are intended for domestic use only and are of the value of 3 sen. Thirty-five millions were printed so there will probably be enough to go round.

3 sen, carmine. |SOUTH AU STR ALIA .— Tho surcharge “ O.S.” on

the new Id. has the letters one on each side of the stamp, instead of close together.

SW ITZE R LA N D . — W e have teceived the 25 centimes in blue.

15c. blue.

TU R K E Y .— The Buller Stamp Exchange Co. write us:—“ Blocks have been prepared by Nazim Bey, Minister of Art and of War, for stamps to be issued in honour of the 25th anniversary of the accession of H is Imperial Majesty tho Sultan. The stamps will bear the inscription ‘ Posta-i-Devlet-i Alie-i Osmanic ’ (Great Ottoman Empire Postage). In the contre of the stamp will be the following inscription in Arabic ‘ The 25th anniversary of the propitious accession of His Most Gracious and Benign Majesty the Sultan.' On the right will be the Arabic date 1318 and on the left ‘ Ottoman Empire, 600.’ ”

W E STE R N AU STR A LIA .—According to the Aust. Phil, the 2d. yellow has been withdrawn from use and the 2 d. grey reinstated.

postcards, Ac.

B R IT IS H C E N TR A L AFR IC A .— Der Philatelist announces the Id card, inscribed “ e x t e r n a l ’ ’ instead of “ in t e r n a l .”

Post Card. Id . carm ine on buff, “ e x t e r n a l .”

HONG K O N G —The 3 cents reply postcards have been surcharged for use as single 4 cents cards. The surcharge has been made diagonally with a hand stamp, which appears to be that of 1894, applied first in red and then in black.— Ph. J. o f I

N E W Z E A LA N D .—The country is now issuing low values of a series of stamp-impressed envelopes of various sizes. The stamps are of the adhesive design but the next issue will be made with embossed dies now in course of preparation. A special series of postcards (pictorial views of the contingent) were struck off to commemorato the departure of the New Zealand troops for South Africa and were sold in sets at tho chief offices. We are indebted to Mr. H. M. Stowell for the foregoing information.

P O S T M A N ’S K N O C K .

C l"H E most ancient and scientific of 6tamp journals Le Timbre Poste is taking time by the forelock with somewhat of a vengeance. The last issue

to hand is Octooer, 1900— 38th year. The American humourist tells of his watch which gained so rapidly as to hurry him into the week after next, but Timbre Poste will soon have us well into the new century.

* **The reason is. as my readers probably know,

because the venerable doyen of philately, M. J. B. Moens, although anxious to seek his well-earned retirement, intends to fulfil bis obligations to readers of the paper and thus is issuing, in rapid succession, the numbers required to complete the ourrent, and last, volume.

THE P H IL A T E L IC C H R O NICLE AND ADVERTISER . 87

The largest recorded price for a special collection f stamps is the thirty thousand pounds obtained for Mr.M. P. Castle’s unique collection of unused European sold to an anonymous English collector. Considering that the same collector had previously bought the used part we must suppose that the i astle collection of Europeans brought aonsiderably more than £30,000 Mr. Castle has done great service to philately and thoroughly deserves the great recompense that philately has made him.

* *•The Philatelic Journal o f Great Britain in its latest

issue says that a special collection belougitig to Mr. Robert Ehrenbach, whose work for philately is also universally known and recognised, was sold for £6,000

this being the second of his put on the market. Verily these tilings are almost enough to make our dealers forsake their calling, become amateurs, jointhe London Society—and amass fortunes.

» *«Mes-rs Hamilton Smith and Co. arranged the sale

of the Castle collections, and it certainly constitutesa feather in the cap of this enterprising firm.

* **The great lesson to be learnt from sales such as

these is the safety of stamps from a business point of view The financial side of the pursuit is evidently sound and a transaction like that of the Castle collec- :ion should give perfect confidence to every collector who reads of it

* »*Members of the Midlaud Counties Stamp Exchange

who do not wish to see the July or August packets are requested to notify the secretary at earliest moment.

V IThe creditors of Mr. U. S. Gray, late stamp dealer I

and auctio eer, of Glasgow, held a meeting on 15th May at which a statement was submitted showing liabilities of £1,313 16s. Id. and a sets £410 2s. lOd. The assets are all stamps and, with the business, are now in the market.

* **Messrs. Alfred Smith and Son have sent your

Postman a descriptive book oi the well-known “ Howland H ill Packet Co lection,” in fact, for fear | he should not bo conversant with the English language, they have sent him a French translation the “ Rowland H ill Paquet-collection do Timbres- 1 Poste.” Any philatelist, French or English, who j wishes to learn the alternate language cannot do | tietter than send for these two books and study them side by side—while the collector who wants excellence combined with cheapness should also send for the same with a view to purchasing the ixtensivo collection-packet or part of it.

* *I, *Stanley Gibbons' honthly says : - ' 1 The exclusion

from the latest edition of our publishers' priced cata

logue of varieties that are believed never to have been in circulation haB been received, so far ab we have seen, with almost unanimous approval. A London Letter in one of our transatlantic contemporaries, in a very complimentary review of Part I. of the Catalogue, contains a paragraph which has puzzled us greatly. Referring to these omissions it say, ‘ The position taken up by the publishers of this Catalogue is absolutely sound, and the retention in a postage stamp catalogue of these labels, et hinges generes, is quite indefensible.’ What troubles us is the expression which our contemporary italicises. We have made every inquiry, and our publishers assure us that they have nover kept hinges generes, and that, in fact, they supply only two qualities of hiuges— the best and a bet’or one.”

* **For the benefit of all whom it may oonoern T he

P ostman would announce that Part I I . Gibbons, 1900, is not issued at time of writing.

* **A stamp that is in great demand, but does not seem

to be easily obtained, is the 6d. green New South Wales of the 1883 type. This stamp was issued in this colour in 1898, and in less than one year's time the colour was changed. At the time that they were current, New South Wales was not so popular among the general collectors as it is to-day, and it looks as though collectors and speculators alike have got left on this stamp.

• **

In looking over au old copy of the Philatelic West I came across something which the editor said was “ poetry ” and al-o “ truth ’’ which was as follows:—

A man who whispers down a well About the stamps he has to sell,

Don’t reap the golding gleaming dollars Like one who climbs a tree and hollers.

N O T E S ON E N G L I S H S T A M P S .

By W . S. W e b b .

DEAR READERS ALL.

\CT OT from disinclination, but by a conspiracy ol I \ circumstances, 1 have had to let two months

" go by without my little talk to you. And now it is leafy, lovely, lazy June,-too warm for aualytic philately, so 1 have not much to say of a scientific order; but just to keep up our acquaintance, I must mention sumo little discoveries, ail of which are in my favourite field of research,—that of t-lio non- adhesive postals.

68 T*IE P H IL A T E L IC C H R O NIC LE AND AD VEH TISER .

TWO REW DIE NUMBBR3.

M j likud, Mr. Oliver Firth, had the honour of writing the first article in No, 1 of MorJey’s Philatelic Journal (January last), the subject being his discovery of Die 3 of the 4d. envelope stamp. This was worthy of record, and evoked a good deal of interest; albeit not strictly an English variety, as the only examples

■ yet found are on the provisional registered envelopes issued in 1889-90 for British Bschuanaland.

Only a few weeks ago I found— amongst a batch of envelopes of the early ‘ floret" period—specimens of the l£d. yellow, the die number of which is unmistake- ably “ 6 w .w ." This is very curios, because No. 5, the die of all the dated yellow stamps, is very scarce with the florets, and is supposed to have been quickly superseded by the " S.H,” die,—the one now ordinarily met with. The few envelopes on which I found l£d. die 6 , are all of one paper and make, the stamp oecurlng in both single and compound values : its companions in the latter are the 2d., 3d., 6d. and 1 j- stamps ; the 3d. and 1/- having florets of 5 dots, the 2d. nine, and the 6d. plain : thus showing the date of issue to have been late in '94, or early in ’95. I may mention that die 5—by the time dating ceased— showed two small bruises on its edge, near the day numeral; &i d this feature of course still appeared when florets replaced the dates. But No. 6 is all that a new die should be—speckless and flawless—as also is the “ S.H ." die, in its early state anyway ; so there is no distinction between the two latter, except that of the die inscriptions on base of the bust; and given suitable paper for the embossing to show up— these are always legible.

“ DICKINSON ” ENVELOPE, SIZE A. 1.

As all envelopeists will know, the first issue of the one penDy (January to May, 1841), had all four flaps pointed and the silk threads were in a more upright position in the side-flaps than those of later date. Two sizes only of the first issue have hitherto been known— “ A 2 ” and “ B " —nominally 4J x 2 jf and 5 and 3p ins. respectively. I have now the great pleasure of placing on record a specimen of the small size A 1 (4 x 21), with the details characteristic of the first issue: the dio number is 3 and the date of use (from London) January 15th, 1842. I am not aware of this having been catalogued, or even chronicled, anywhere, and I had no idea of its existence till I found Ihis one recently. Its actual size is 8 J X 2T%, agreeing in this respect with the earliest measurements of sizes A 2 and B, which were slightly irregular, generally being a bit smaller than the sizes which became fixed and normal when machine-folding commenced, about 1845.

THE GREEN £d. WRAPPERS.

In 15 years at collecting English postage-stamped stationary, I have only now come across the second

example of that rarity, the wrapper with the three- line formula. In Gibbons’ current catalogue (partIV .) the price for this rare item has dropped from fifty to thirty shillings; and— like many another line in same list, as I have already told you— it is very cheap at the price.

I don’t think it is generally recognised that the five-line inscription exists on three very distinct papers: the white and the buff are both rather common, but there is also a paper I should describe as pale cream, which is as much like and unlike one as the other; and far scarcer than either. This is probably the wrapper which Morley’s catalogue gives as “ thin pale buff," and quo es at 10 - : Gibbons mentions only one bull, which though called “ pale ” evidently

| refers to the full buff, as it is only priced 4d. Thu scarce pale variety was probably issued about the same time (1877) as the first penny wrapper, the paper of which it very closely resembles.


Co lla t e d b y N on-L e x .

[,-lfi in form ation and supposed forgeries may be sent to N on -L e x . D oubtfu l stamps examined free. R e tu rn postage must be seitf.]

EV1S.—The B rie f mar ken-Journal warns its readers against a fake that has been placed on the market recently. The value “ halfpenny ”

has been skilfully removed and “ sixpence " printed in its stead, the resu.ting specimen being sold as the rare 6d. green, which is catalogued £3.

NEW SOU I’l l W ALES.— How clever some of the counterfeiters work is evidenced by the details brought out in the trial of the engraver Jouoski Takuma at Sydney, Australia. He was convicted of counterfeiting scur< e watermark errors of the issue of 3853, mainly the 2d. with the watermark “ 8 ” and the 3d. with the error “ 2.” He employed various methods to obtain the desired results In some casus his counterfeits consisted of triple layers of paper ; tbe back of the stamp had beeu shaved ; a thin sheet, of paper into which the watetniark had been cut was pasted on it and another piece of paper was used as the “ cover." The three were no thicker than the origiual stamp. In order to produce the watermark " 2 " he took genuine stamps from which the front lias been carefully “ ground ” of by machine. This left the body of the paper with the watermark intact, aod this he pasted on the back of a 3d. stamp scraped similarly on the back, the two papers together having tbe thickness of but one. In this case two stamps worth about 5/- are made into one catalogued £16.

TH E PH ILA T E L IC CH R O NICLE AND AD VER TISER . 69

Signor E. Oneglia, of Turin, has issued a new circular in his industrious efforts to supply the " international rascals,” who are evor ready to sell forged stamps. The following is a list of the latest “ im itations" put on the market by Oneglia;— Belgian Congo State, United States, Spain of 1865, with inverted centre; Oil Hivers, British East Africa, Zululand, Gibraltar, .'t Vincent There are also others.

T H E N E W O R A N G E R I V E R S T A M P S .

Mil. RONDEL, of Jersey, gives us some information about the Free State stamps surcharged V.R.I, He has the following

varieties : —jd. on £d. orange, Id. on Id. violet, 2d on 2d, violet, 3d. on 3d. blue, 4d. on 4d. blue, 6d. on Cd. blue, 1/- on 1 - brown. All on FreeState stamps The surcharge is just under vihj, and above the value. There are some differences of type in the id., also there are three or four different types in the sheet of Id. violet. In the third row on the left-hand sido the first stamp has the top of the V broken, and the fourth in the bottom row has the top of tho V gone, but differently In the 3d. value there are two distinct types, one sheet being entirely in thicker typo than the other.

The M.J. learns from a correspondent that a few of the old Id. brown and 1 ,- orange have also been overprinted. Of the former only about 10;-worth vyereso treated, the stamps being in tho hand9 of a manager of a bank at Bloemfontein who got permission to have them made available for use. They were not issued to the public and need not therefore be chronicled. The character of the 1, - orange appears to be equally doubtful. There were two settings of iho type of the Jd. and Id., which will make it necessary for specialists to collect entire sheets. In the second setting there were no errors, though all the stops are of a wrong fount, and are placed higher than in tlie first setting.

The following is a list of some of the varieties and also postal stationery.

Top of “ V ” gone.Id. viol t.

N o stop after “ V.”jsd , Id., 2d., 3d., 4d., 6d rose, 6d. blue, 1/-, 6/-.

No stop after “ I .” id. orange, Id. violet.

No figures.id , 6d. rose, 6d. blue, 1 /-.

No 'etter “ S.”1 ,- brown

I'ostcards, Id. ou Ad. rose.jd. x Jd. on Jd. x jd. green.

Id. on Id. orauge.Id. x Id. on Id. x Id. brown. l£d. (? l{d . on 2d. mauve).

R E D R A W N B R A Z I L S .

WE have to say a few words concerning the re- d awn Brazilians of 1890-93. We give here what we have been able to make out regarding

them. It will bo noticed iliat the caU.ogues (Gibbons, Bright, Albrecht, Scott), though ail mentioning tho stamps, do not give any hint as to how to toil them. Now the full series (i.e., the two sets) includes the 20, 50, 100, 200, 300. 500, 700, and 1000 reis. most of them being in two or more shades. Gibbons gives the first set from 20 to 300 reis iuclusive, and the redrawn set from 50 to 1000 reis inclusive : Scott only mentions the 100 as re-engraved ; Albrecht, the 50, 100, 200, and 300 as re-drawn ; Bright, the 50 to lOOO as rc-cngraved. 1 be catalogues, therefore, are not unanimous on the subject. Taking Gibbons' list to be correct, it will bo seen that, of tho two Bets, the only ones that overlap arc the 50. 100,200 and 300; for the 20 docs not appear in the second list at all. and the high values (500 to 1000) are not in the first list. We have never taken much interest in these stamps ; bat as lar as we can discover, from an inspection and comparison of the two sets, there certainly does not seem to have been a re-engraving or rc-drawing of the design.

We have closely examined a number of stamps of both set9, and all that we can note is that, in the so- called re-engraved stamps, the lines have been simply deepened. In die 2 of the English Id. even more than tl.is was done, aud yet in that case it is only known as “ retouched” ; thcreforo the Brazilians of the second set—50, 100, 200, and 300 reis—would posaibly be also preferably designated “ retouched.” I f the said stamps had really bee i re-drawn, we think it haruiy possible that certain of the engraver’s directing lines, secret marks, &c., would appear in exactly the same places in both sets, as they do. However, the information desired by our correspondent is, how to tell tho two sets apart; and we can only say (bearing in mind that we speak now of the 50, 10 0 , 200, and 300 reis, which nre found in both sots) that the lines are weak in the first set. so that some of them might almost be mistaken for lithographs, and they have, generally, a somewhat blurred appearance. All the stamps of the second set are uumistakeably taille- doiice engravings, and the lines have been so deeply cut that they arc rarely blurred, whils the ink stands up well from tho paper. Tue perforation seems to be rather mixed. We have found the follow ing: i'erf. 13 . first set, 20, 50, 200, 300 reis. Ditto, second set, 50,100, 200, 500, 1000 reis. Peff. 11± : 500, 700 reis.

70 TH E PH ILA T E L IC C H R O NIC LE A N D AD VE R TISER .

Peri. 13$ x 13: first set, 100 reis. Peri. 13$: first set, 20 reis. Perf 13} x 14 . first set, 50 reis. Perl. 14 x 13: second set, 300 reis. I f any reader who makes a speciality of these stamps will give us the benefit of his researches, to supplement ai d correct, i f necessary, the above remarks, wc shall be pleased to publish the information.

T H E C O L O U R S O F T H E T R I A N G U L A R C A P E S .

ON L Y an eye traiaed for colours esn in all cases decide whether certain stamps were printed by Perkins, Bacon and Co., or by De la Rue and .

Co. We have it on the authority of Mr. E. L>. Bacon, I that the four steel plates for printing the triangular Cape stamps were haLded by Perkins, Bacon and Co. . on January 28th, 1862, to Da la Rue aud Co. From this date, therefore, all the stamps were printed by De la Rue. After the plates had been handed over, Perkins, Bacon and Co. found 29 reams of the “ Anchor” watermarked paper and this quantity was handed by the Crown agents to De la Rue and Co. at various intervals. This “ Anchor ” watermarked paper was used by De la Rue and C". for all the four values as follows :—

5,096 sheets Id.5,266 „ 4d.

398 „ 6d.158 „ Is.

and the first parcel containing the 6d. and Is. values was despatched on January 3 lBt, 1863. 6d, stamps 1 found on entires and obliterated before the beginning i of March, 1863, must therefore belong to Perkins, I Bacon and Co.'s printing. A parcel of 195 sheets of 4d. value was despatched on April 17th, 1863, stamps 1 on entires foun-i obliterated before the middle of May, 1863, belong therefore to tho same printing. The Id. . value was not despatched until December 2nd. 1863, therefore all stamps on entires obliterated with 1863 * must belong to the same printing. Having established a few specimens of each value of the first printing it cannot be very difficult to discover tho De la Rue I printings by the different shades of the colours.

Mr. E. D . Bacon gives the shades for distinguishing the various printings as follows:—

The one-penny is red-brown instead of brick-red or carmine-rose.

Tho fourpence is bright blue instead of dull blue or dark blue.

The sixpence is bright mauve instead of pale lilac- mauve, grey-lilac or dark lilac.

The one shilling is emerald instead of dark green or yellow-green.

Differences in design cannot exist, as the same plates were used, neither is their any clue to be found in the paper. We have only the colour which diiTers

slightly and the gum. which is bound to be of a different texture or thickness, but which of course can only be seen on o.g. specimens.

The best and surest way in our opinion is to go by tho dates found on en'ires and establish a complete set of all the shades of the Perkins, Bacon’s prints, all stamps not tallying with these in shado (supposing extraneous influences have uot been at work altering the colours), must obviously be printed by De la Rue and Co.

Tourist (who calls at village post office for a registered letter): “ But why can’t you let me have it? "

Postmaster : Have you proof of your identy ? ” Tourist: “ No.”Postmaster : “ Don’t you know anyone in the

village ? ”Tourist: “ No.”Postmaster : “ Have you a photograph of yourself,

or anything? ’ ’Tourist: “ Yes.”Postmaster (comparing photo with original) :

“ Certainly, sir, it ’s you, I ’ ll get you the letter.”

SOCIETY REPORTS.Midland Counties Stamp Exchange-

The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to members of the Exchange— thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet roturned showed that over 28 per cent of Ihe stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S K., but most clubs are satisfied with from 12 . to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March pac- ots totalled over £491. Go .d stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there arc good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will bo welcomed Good references are indispensible. Members joining now are free until Jan ary 1 st, and have all tho privileges of tho Exchange (except the official journal), if their references are satisfactory. Rules and alt information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fenlham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

H erts P h il a t e l ic So c ie t y .—The annual meeting was held at Anderton’s Hotel on Tuesday, May 29th, at 7 p in. The minutes of the previous meeting being read and confirmed. J. E. Carbonell and F. W. Mellor were elected ordinary members of tho society. Tho election of officers for the 1900-1901 season resulted as follows: Hou. President, Harold J. W h ite ; Vice Presidents, M. P. Castle, Robert Ehrenbach, H . R. Oldfield, Gordon Sm ith; Committee: L. E. Bradbury, W. G. Cool, G. Gaffe, E. A. Mardon, F . Reioheuheim,

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J. L . Sidebotham, W. Simpson, C. R. Sutherland; [ Counterfeit Expert: Rev. R. B. Earee; Librarian, G. Haynes; Hon. Auditors, W. A. BoyeB, C. Forbes; Hon. Sec. and Treasurer, H. A. Slade. The secretary’s report 'will be printed and distributed to members in | August, and it is hoped that many applications for membership will be received before the next meeting —the first Tuesday in October. Members willing to give displays and readings during the next session are requested to send their names in to the secretary.

Su b u rb an E xc h an g e Cl u b . — November and December accounts have been submitted and paid and sheets duly returned. The new rule limiting the circulation of packets to thirteen weeks is now in operation, and seems to have won universal favour. The only drawback would appear to bo that sales will rule smaller, as the list of non-contributing members who see the packets has had to be curtailed. Unless directions are received to the contrary, such members will in future only see one packet every month. HA. Slade, Ingleside, St, Albans. ,

NOTICES.T he British Stam p D irectory. — The fourth

edition of this Directory w ill bo published in November. Foreign dealers and others are requested to accept this intimation and secure space early. There is no better medium possible for advertising as collectors and dealers require it and keep i t by them for constant reference. Your advertisement should be one that will be as good a year hence as now and your space should be taken at once. The price per single inch is 1.3, per double inch 2/6; \ page across or in column, 3/9 ; .$ page, across or in column, 7/6 ; . whole page, 15/-. Business cards, &e., will be inserted | at 1 /- each, undisplayed advertisements as exchange, j wants, offers, Ac., at four words a penny, but minimum charge 1/-. Every advertiser receives a voucher copy o the Directory, free. All orders should be sent early to The Philatelic Publishing Co,, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

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Babktnaa, i, aj, 4, 6/1/-, 5/-Barbados, J, 4, 1. 2,24.5, 6, 8, to, j/SBermuda. 4 , 1 , 2 , 2 4 ,-3 , 4 . 6, i/-Grenada, 4 , 1 , 2 , 2 4 . 3 ,6 , a, 1/--Gambia, 4,1, 2, 24,3,4,6, i/jBt. Laola, 4,1, s, 24, 4,6.1/-, 5/-Trinidad, |, 1 , 2 , sj, 4 , 5 ; 6, 1 3/-forks' Island !,4, t, 24,4,3,6,1/-beevard Islands, 4, i, 24, 4, 6, 7,1/-, 5/-Jamalea.4, 1,2, *4,3,4, 6, */-, s/„ 5/-yirdln Islands,-4,1, 24,4, 6, 7,1 /-, 3/-Brltlsh Galena, i, 2,4, 3,6,8,12, 24^8, 72,'96 cants.British Honduras, 1, 2,3,6, to, is, 43 coats

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CHRONICLE.ELGIUM ,— Timbre-Poste says that the lfr. and

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CONTENTS.r a g e .

Editorial ... ... ... ... ... ........... . ... ... 73C h r o n ic le ...................................................................................73Postman’s Knock ...............................................................74Notts on En glish Stamps .....................................................75Philatelic F ra u d s ................................ ... ......................73Reprints o f the Postage Stam ps o f B ritish It s d ia ............ 76 77The L a w of Compensation ; Postal Service in Korea ............78Society Reports ' ... ... •................................................... 80

The Philatelic Chronicle In addition te Its very large elreie of Subscribers, Is sent te all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Boolety and Midland Counties Biamp Exchange, being the Offlelal Journal of these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation of each and every Issue Is 1,000.

LTH O U G H the English summer (alleged) is now with us things stampic seem very fairly brisk. Per

haps we have to thank our extraordinary composite climate—perhaps the unrest and complications abroad. The stamps and rumours of stamps— surcharged Orange State — surcharged Transvaals — Mafeking Besieged (by the way what a fine chance Sir George W hite missed of “ making a bit.'*'.!) and new issues to conform to the Postal Union requirements, or otherwise, the world over—combined with our lovely, leafy, damp, influenza-y Spring and our showery North Pole-y Summer have kept people longer and more earnestly at stamps this year than has been the case for some long time back. Whatever the cause philately is in a very healthy state just now and the exhibition at Paris should yet further improve the state of things. The close time will be short this year and all the more welcome, while the prospects for the new season are very bright if the signs of the time denote anything.

Colonial and foreign readers are requested to note that the new Directory is to be published in November. Ih e publishers hope to include a large number of colonial and foreign advertisements, for there can be no better medium possible, as the Directory is kept for constant reference until another is published. Every advertiser receives a copy free.

CHRONICLE,ELGIUM.—Timbre-Paste says that the lfr. and

2fr. stamps are issued in new ooloan,1 frano, orange.2 francs, violet.

n THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

Also the following unpaid letter stamps :—10c. carmine.50c. grey, lfr. ochre.

FRENCH CONGO.—The Midland Stamp Co., Caetle Bromwich, have favoured us with a view of the New French Congo stamps. The design represents a leopard distinctly “ on the prowl ” amidst a jungle. The stamps are on thickish wove paper watermarked with a plant ehowing leaves, stalk and flowers and are perforated 11, There is a complete set from 1 centime to 5 francs, all in two colours.

MAURITIUS.—The 16 cent stamp has been converted into a 4c. value by means of a black surcharge

PONTA DELGADA.—Several of the American journals state that the current 25 reis stamp is now printed in a shade of carmine-rose quite distinct from the original colour of carmine. The name of the Colony je in black as before.

SAMOA.—A correspondent states that the old German stamps have appeared with the overprint “ Samoa.”

SARAWAK.—A new value, with design of the current type, has recently been issued here. The value is 20 cents and the colours are bistre and mauve.

SIAM.—Siam has ordered an entirely new set of postage stamps from London and we shall probably hear about its being placed into the distributing offices within a Bhort time. The portrait of King Chula-Long-Korn will be a profile instead cf the three-quarter face we have seen for so long a time and the colours will comply with the schedule accepted by the Universal Postal Union at the Postal Congress, Washington.

SWITZERLAND.—A special jubilee set of labels and postoards has been issued in large size with the inscription “ Jubilee de l’Union Postale Universelle.” The values are 5c. green, 10c. rose, and 25c. blue.

TRANSVAAL.—It is reported that the Transvaal stamps have been surcharged v.b.i. but, up to the time of writing the values have not transpired.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA. — A correspondent writes, “ The long Id. revenue stamps used for postal purposes are now watermarked Crown and W.A. similar to the ordinary Id. and 2d. postage stamps. The watermark occurs twice on each stamp.”

po b tc a b d s , Ac.MAURITIUS.—The currant 8 oents card is reported

to have been surcharged “ 2 cents” in black.SOUDAN.—The 4 mils, Egyptian cards have been

overprinted in the usual manner for use here.SWITZERLAND.—The new jubilee postcards are

printed, the 6c. in deep green and the 10c. in dull orimson.

ZANZIBAR.—The ourrent French 10c. + 10c, card has been surcharged for use in Zanzibar

1 + 1 anna, red suroharge.

PO STM A N ’S KNOCK

HE Postman has received Messrs. Whitfield King’s Wholesale Price List. As usual the list, like what’s his-naae's cocoa, or soap, or some

thing, recommends itself—thus saving your P o s tm a n the trouble.

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Swiss dailies are praising the introduction of the automobile into the post office service in that country. Tho official trials have been very satisfactory and the introduction has been definitely decided. These automobiles are not only ambulant post offices of the order of our own railway service, but arrangements have been made to sell postage stamps, issue money orders and receipts and deliver registtred mail to and from the automobile mail wagon. Next summer they will be found on a number of Alpine road routes now still covered by the medieval postal coach service.

* **The exploiters of the “ Mafeking Besieged” stamps

seem to be rushing the market a bit. Already the price has fallen from four or five pounds asked to 20/- accepted, and we hear of parties who have been favoured with ten or a dozen copies.

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Mr. Boone writes to Stamps to know how many Id. black English were issued. If he would turn to page 2 in E . W .S .N ., vol. 1, No. 5, he will find full particulars given of the numbers printed from each plate. The totals according to periods are as follows:—April to 14th July, 1840 ... ... 90,871 sheets.From July 15th to Oct. 10th, 1840 ... 97,130 „

„ Oct. 11th to Jan. 5th, 1841 ... 76,840 „„ Jan. 6th, 1841 .................. 35,159 „

Total, 300,000Each sheet contained 240 stamps (as with our present day penny stamps), so that the total number of Id. black stamps issued was 72 millions.

* »*The postal authorities of Great Britain have issued

a circular to all the colonial postal departments asking that the introduction of the colours approved by the Universal Postal Union for international service be no longer delayed. England is now changing its own stamps to comply with the rule adopted at the Washington Postal Congress.

* **

In Mr. W. H. PeckiU's shop window at 440, Strand, just now is to be seen a veritable soup tioket from Ladysmith, a grim relic of the days of the siege. ’Tie a good specimen, well oentred, imperf., of course, and showing traces of original thumb I Whether it is for show only, or for sale, we do not know.—S .C .F . »^*

I I Franeobollo has an Interesting original correspondence about the surcharges on postage stamps of


Bolivia last year. I t appears that the real significance of these surcharges is but little known. One of the pet schemes of the triumphant revolutionists was that of changing the union government to autonomous state or provincial government and in place of the one Bolivian Republic there were to be a number of Bolivian States. The seat of the government was transferred from Sucre to L a Paz, In keeping with the above the stamps still in the post office at La Paz were surcharged with the name of that city and the surcharged stamps were used there exclusively. The new government encountered, however, such a determined resistance among the people who were unwilling to acoept such a sweeping change in system of government and in the eapital that only a few months afterward a new set of postage' stamps was issued and the surcharged ones withdrawn.

* **The ordinary values of the stamps were unsuited to

the requirements of Mafeking (besieged) hence the new values A penny value was required— what more easy than to surcharge the half-peuny stamp. There were plenty of the one penny value, true, but these were required to make a 3d. value, as the threepenny stamps were to be changed into 6d. by means of a surcharge,

• *•Had the siege lasted but a few more days it was

purposed to re-surcharge them back to their original values; as it is, the only varieties at present reported are Id. on id. green, 3d. on Id. oarmine, 6d. on 3d. lilac, 1/- on 4d, pale-green—all on Cape of Good Hope stamps. The followingwere made with Bechuanaland s ta m p s 8 d . on Id, lilac, 6d, on 2d. green and red, 6d. on 3d. lilac, 1/- on 4d. green and brown.

N O T E S O N E N G L I S H S T A M P S .

By W. S. W e b b .

• THE £1 TELEGRAPH,

WH E N the design of this handsome stamp was perpetuated by being adapted for the £1 postal of 1884, the original plate was not

employed (as was the case with the £5), but a copy of it was engraved with the word p o s t a g e in lieu of “ telegraphs.” This new plate is not so finely executed as was the telegraph die ; a very noticeable difference being the fewer and coarser lines forming the background of the medallion. I t also differs in having the reversed plate letters in upper corners, where in the telegraph stamp the plate number had appeared. The plate numeral was for a long time shown on postage stamps of every denomination ; but the £5 value is the sole surviving example.

ADMIRALTY PENSIONERS’ PAPERS.The id. wrapper stamps on pensioners' quarterly

life certificates may now be classified in three distinct sets. Type I . , in use until end of 1896, ehowe more or less strongly - according to the tone of paper— the change from deep maroon-lake to orange-brown: the letter shade is scarce in type I., and probably does not exist on all the varieties of paper ; I have only found it on the green and pink. Up to now I have 17 varieties of these stamps, viz,— Type L , 9 of first shade, 2 of second ; type I I . , 6. I have not found the azure laid paper listed by Gibbons, but have a pale pink laid, which is not catalogued. There is also a magenta paper, and two very different shades of green — one a yellowish, and the other a deep bluish-green.

A “ POSTAGE-DUE ” STAMP.In connection with the subject of paid-mark stampB,

a few months ago I had occasion to mention a rectangular hand-stamped mark enclosing the words *• $d. postage due for return to sender.” Since then I find that envelopes are in use at the “ Returned Letter Branch ” offices with the same formula in an oblong frame printed on them. This can be fairly claimed as a stamp, for though the wording does not at first sight imply a receipt for postage paid (the essence of a stamp), it is so virtually, because a returned missive enclosed in such an envelope would not be given up to sender till the id . due had been paid; thus the mere possession of tne tised envelope proves the stampness of the stamp.

ON DIT— THAT

Both the Jd. (vermilion) and the Id, “ Army Official ” exist with a dwarfed letter I in “ official.”

On th;: fir»t of this month the Inland Revenue Department commenced using special envelopes of thiu ruanilla paper, with the ordinary Id. pink embossed stamp. I have 6een two sizes—the “ commercial ” and the ‘ foolscap. ”

The Id red, plate 217 may be found with a genuine and perfect double overprint of the word CYPRUS— one word being exactly over the other, with a clear line of space between.

A clear and pure Albino impression of the current 2d. embossed stamp has been sent through the post, and was duly honoured 1


Collated by N on-L ex .

[if if information and supposed forgeries may be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Returnpostage must be sent.]

CH IL E .—Forgeries of Chilean stamps do not seem extra plentiful, yet the extent to which the Government of Chile has been victimised by

counterfeiters of postage stamps can bo realised when statistics of the amounts of postage stamps sold are

I?6 THK PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

compared with the number of postage stamps used, the latter being the result of very careful and conservative calculations and estimates. The figures have been published by the Chilean Government in its official year book

Year. Stamps sold.1893 Pesos 671,8101894 „ 727,0531896 „ 776,4901896 „ 788,091

Stamps used. Pesos 726,886

„ 800,697 „ 828,217 „ 847,023

Figures for the last three years have not been given at all, and for very good and sufficient reason, for the peeple would rise up in rebellion and oust the entire mail service were it known how the frauds have been carried on right under the noses and probably with the oonnivance of the Government officials. The losses of the postal department within the last three years foot up several million pesos and it was found necessary to discontinue the use of postage due stamps, as they were used many times over, the prooeeds never reaching the fiscal treasury.

IT A L Y .— The latest Italian counterfeit is an imitation of the surcharged postage stamp of 1890, 90c, on 50c. lilac. I t is easily recognised by the dull, almost grayish colour of the surcharge, whioh in the original is of a brilliant, shiny black. The counterfeit surcharge is printed with a handstamp and is nearly always slanting, while the original 1b perfectly straight. The “ mi ” of the surcharge “ Cmi ” is very badly printed and quite different from the originals.

S PA IN .— Madrid i'ila ttlico calls attention to a new counterfeit of the Don Carlos postage stamp of September, 1874, the one hearing the inscription “ Espana Valencia” catalogued in Soott under Spain, No. 505, The principal points of difference, according to our esteemed contemporary, are:—The genuine is printed in rose oc white paper, the stamp is 2 1 mm. high and 17J mm. wide, the oval is 15 mm. high and 124 mm. wide and has 31 lines across in the background. The counterfeit is more scarlet on yellowish paper, the stamp is 2 0 4 mm. high and 18 mm. wide, the oval 144 mm. high and 1 2 4 mm. wide and the groundwork shows 48 lines across. Still this counterfeit is dangerous when an original is not bandy for comparison.

REPRIN TS OF T H E POSTAGE STAM PS OF BR IT ISH INDIA.

Bt C. St b w x b t -W il s o n ,'TT T various times I have been asked by philatelists

both at home and in India for information as to the reprints which have been made from

time to time of the postage stamps of British India, whether by order of the Government or merely by the connlvanoe of some of the postal officials. This

subject is a very difficult one. as it is not easy, as may be imagined, to procure proofs of reprints of the latter olass, but it is one whioh has long occupied my attention, and I now presume to publish my notes in the hope that they may be useful to the general body of collectors. These notes do not profess to be final, but they will be found to contain something more than has so far been generally known. There are others belonging to the Society whose philatelic history began before mine, who might perhaps be able to add something of value to the particulars here given. In the interests of philately it is hoped that anyone in possession of Buch further information will not withhold it.

So far as I have been able to ascertain, reprints are found only of the native printed issue of 1854, the provisional Servioe stamps and two of the “ Small Service” stamps, all oC whioh were surcharged in India.

In this article I shall take up the reprints of the Service stamps.

The reprinting began with the so-called “ Short Service ” 2 annas Provisional stamp. In July 1884 the following letter was issued by the Direotor-Greneral of the Post Office of India to the Superintendent of stamps, Calcutta:—

“ In your No, 2,130 of 9th August, 1866, you reported that you had a very large supply of 2 Rs. Foreign B ill Stamps and had with the sanotion of the Board of Bevenue converted them into Service labels of two annas each.

“ 2 . I shall feel obliged if you will let me know in what ooloured ink the words * Service two annas ’ were overprinted and send me as many specimens of these overprinted stamps as you may be able to collect. Some may probably be found in the file of correspondence regarding the issue of the stamp, and there may be others at the Treasuries to which they were supplied in 1860.”

The reply is dated 29th July, 1884, and runs as follows :—

"W ith reference to your letter No. 4666, dated 17th current, I have the honour to state that I have but one original specimen of the Foreign B ill 2 Rupees stamp converted into 2-anna Service Postage stamp, and having recently called for all obsolete stamps from the several Treasuries, it does not appear probable that any more specimens of these stamps exist. I have, therefore, had a sheet of the Foreign Bill stamps printed to resemble the original issue, which I herewith send and request the favour of an aoknow lodgement.

" T h e top and bottom of the stamps were cut off, like the one that has been detached from the sheet and affixed below.”

Thus the reprint appears to have been made by tho Superintendent of Stamps on his own responsibility without orders. But unfortunately the matter was


not allowed to rest there. On 5th August the following letter was sent from the Director-General’s Office: —

“ I have the honour to acknowledge receipt of the 80 Foreign Bill stamps of Rs. 2 overprinted with the wordB ‘ Service ’ ‘ two annas ’ forwarded with your letter No. 1671 of 29th July, 1881. Colonel Main- waring in his list of stamps shows these provisional stamps as overprintod both in green and black, and they were, 1 believe, so issued, as I find both green ana black ones given in all the stamp albums. Will you please, therefore, Bend me 80..more overprinted ‘ Service ’ 1 two annas ’ in green.

This request was complied with, and thus the green surcharge variety came into existence for the fir.,t time. The reply from the Superintendent of Stumps is da'ed 18th August, and runs as follows :—

“ With reference to your letter No. 5105, dated 5th instant, I have the honour to forward herewith one sheet containing 80 Foreign Bill stamps of 2 Ks. valu > each, converted into specimen two-anna service postage stamps by overprinting the words ‘ Service two annas’ in green ink, and to request an acknowledgement.”

No further reprints of these stamps were made, so that it follows that the reprints are excessively rare, and it cannot be supposed for a moment that they were ordered to be made for any “ philatelic ” purpose.

Fortunately the 1881 overprint is very different from that which it professed to cop}. The measurements of the surcharge in the original and on the reprints are given below:—

O riginal,— ‘ ‘ ‘Service," 16$ by 2j mm. ; “ TwoAnnas,” 20 by 3 mm. Reprints. 16 by 2-J mm. ; 18 by 3 mm.

Finally, as noted above, the green surcharge exists only in the “ reprints."

The next stamps which fell victims to the reprinting craze were the 2, 4 and 8 annas “ long Service” provisionals. On the 26th February, 1885, the then Deputy-Director-General of the I’ oBt Office of India appears to have asked the Superintendent of Stamps, Calcutta, demi-officially, to reprint those as well as the $ anna Service Provisional. I have not been able to trace his letter; but the following reply of the Superintendent of Stamps, dated 27th February, 1 places the matter clearly enough. I would add that , the numbers referred to are those in General Main- ' waring’s reference list of Indian stamps. The letter j runs:—

“ Referring to your demi-offioial letter of the 26th instant, I regret to say that I have no specimens of the stamps you require. I f you can send me specimens of the stamps numbered 21, 22, and 23 in the descriptive list I t an reprint them. But it is not possible for me to reprint the stamp number 20, as the stock of the old half-anna Reoeipt Stamp was used up

long ago, and the stamps were not reprinted here for service postage. They must have been prepared either in Bombay or Madras, and I would suggest your applying t > the Superintendent of Stamps of those Presidencies for specimens.”

The specimens were duly sent, and the following letter dated 21th April, 1885, from the Superintendent of Stamps requires no comment

“ Referring to your letter No. 200 at 1 annas. 11803, dated 9th ultimo, I have 200 at 1 annas, tho honour to forward herewith 200 at 8 annas, two hundred each of the pro

visional service labels numbered 21, 22, 23 in the descriptive list of postage stamps and to request the favour of an acknowledgement.”

Here again the number of reprints is very small, and again the work was so badly done that the reprints and the originals are easily distinguished. The stamps themselves are brighter iu colour, and on thinner paper. The surcharges measure as under:—

(a ) . Two Annas. (Measured along the chord of the arc formed by the top of the letters). Originals. — •* Service " 19 mm. by 2.J mm. Reprints.— 17 mm. by 2| mm. “ Postage.” —17 J mm. by 2$ mm. Reprints.— 18 mm. by 2 } mm.

(b ) . Four Annas. Originals.—" Service ” 20 mm. by 3 mm. Reprints.— 17 mm. by 21 mm. Originals. —“ Postage ” 22 mm. by 3 mm. Reprints— 18 mm. by 2J mm.

( c ) . Eight Annas. Originals.—“ Service ” 20mm.by 3 mm Reprints. — 21 mm by 3 mm. Originals. —“ Postage ” 22 mm. by 3 mm. Reprints.—22 mm,by 3 mm.

In the meantime the Superintendent of Stamps, Madras, was addressed, on the 9th March, 1885, as follows : —

" In reference to your No. 262 oi 1st September, 1869, I have the honour to enquire whether you have in stock any & anna Bill or Receipt stamps similar to those converted by you into Service Stamps in August and September, 1866. I f so, 1 beg that you will be good enough now to overprint 200 in the same way and forward them to this office to be retained as specimens.

“ 2. I enclose herewith as a specimen one of the old overprinted stamps ; the same type should he used in overprinting the 200 now asked for.”

The reply, dated 25th Maroh, 1885, was as under : —“ With reference to your letter No. 11302 of 9th

instant, I have the honour to forward herewith 200 half-auna Receipt Stamps overprinted with tbe words ‘ Service Postage ’ as per accompanying invoice, which you will be good enough to return duly receipted. The speoimen stamp is herewith returned.”

I have never, so far as I know, seen any of the reprints, and it is just possible that they were bo well done as to be indistinguishable from the originals. Even if this Is so, no great harm was done, m the


numbers of originals probably exceeded 100,000.I hare seen in the office of the Director-Genoral of

the Post Offici of India live or six copies of the watermarked 1 anna and 4 annas (octagonal type) with the “ Small Servioe" surcharge which were manifestly reprints. The 4 annas stamp betrayed itself by being of Type I I which was issued after the “ Small Service ” surcharge had ceased. The 1 anna, too, was easily distinguishable by its general appearance of newness. The numbers so “ roprinted " must have been very small indeed ; but so far I have found no record of the transaction.—P . J, of India.

T H E L A W O F C O M P E N S A T I O N .

By V. D. P.The economy of nature strikes a balance every time,And there seem to be advantages attached to every

clime,There are countries good to live in, while there’s

others, where ’tis said,That no one can enjoy himself till after he is dead.Where tarantulas, centipedes, and other stinging

creatures,And intermittent fevers form the most conspiouous

features,W ith a good supply of natives—dirty, thieving,

murd’ring scamps,And extremely scanty issues of their early postage

stamps.

There's that colony of Britain with the funny name, Guiana,

That sounds like a corruption of the Hebrew word, Gehanna,

And though perhaps to think it was, would be a grievous error,

Considered aa a place to live it is a holy terror IIn the general opinion of all people with white faces,The similarity is less in name than in the places.

Then the Zulu with his assegai, was not more surely fatal

To the colonists, than fever was upon the coast of Natal.

And they very much preferred the operation of the " sticker,"

As a deal less disagreeable while it lasted, and much quicker.

And consider the conditions in the island of Mauritius,Where there were no native people, and the climate

is delieious.But whose history has “ piracy " inscribed on every

P&ge,And whose frightful epidemics periodically rage.While hurricanes arise at night without the slightest

warning,

And everything not bolted fast is blown away by morning.

The ordinary intellect is puzzled where to findAdvantages to compensate for drawbaoks of this kind.But the stamp collector grasps the due and tells you

in a minuteThat to his mind, without a doubt, those places are all

“ in it ."

No doubt the early resident felt inoonvenienoed whileIn set of being eaten by a hungry crocodile.And we must not judge him harshly if he was dis

satisfiedWhen a blowgun dart, or assegai, oame whistling

through his hide;Or when trying to cure snake bite, he contracted

mania potu.Or was victimised by any of the drawbacks I might

quote you ;Those evils all were transitory even to the fever,But the glory of their postage stamps is bound to Ia6t

for ever;And when countries have produced such crops of

labels as have theseThey’re justified in having been, or being, what they

please 1— The Philatelic Monthly.

P O S T A L S E R V I C E IN K O R E A .

TH E following is an extract from the Advance Sheet of Consular Reports forwarded by U.S. Consul General Allen from Seoul on January

17th, 1900:—For a couple of years past, Korea has maintained &

domestic postal service in good working order, under the supervision of a French postal expert, M. Cleinencet, using stsnips printed in the United States.

On or about Jauuaiy 3rd last, the first mail ever sent out to foreign countries by the Korean post was dispatched from the central office in Seoul.

The stamps used were the ones still in use in the domestic postal servico and printed in the United States. A new issue has beeu ordered from J&pao, but has not y «t been received. It is possible these new stamps will not be used for long, if at all, as they are simply a modification of the old Japanese stamps and are not pleasing to the Koreans.

At present, as Korea has no steamship servico of sufficient regularity to permit of a regular mail service with China and Japan, a contract has been made whereby the Korean mail pouches are received at tbe Japanese post offices in Korea and forwarded with the Japanese mail. The recent establishment of a regular line of Russian mail steamers to and from Koroa will probably facilitate the transmission of Korean mails, as the Japanese steamship companies


have seemed reluot&nt to carry Korean mails in competition -with their own postal establishments in Korea, and the above-named arrangement with the Japanese postal authorities was the best that could be made.

The Japanese post to and from Korea will probably continue to be patronised until the Korean post is shown to be entirely reliable.

Two covers from this legation were the first to ba stamped and cancelled for the first foreign mail sent out from Korea.


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E ditoria l ................................C h r o n i c l e ...................... ./'oilman's Knock ............New Zealan d .....................The “ M a/eking Beseiged " Stamps The Tasm anian Posl-ers... .1.Society Reports ......................Notices

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IN another month we shall be upon the threshold of the philatelic season. W e cannot, ot course, say what the ex

perience of any particular portion of the philatelic public may be, but our position enables us to gauge the general health of philately— to feel its pulsation as it were— and we think that a far more healthy tone pervades it at this time than has been the case for two or three years—hence we believe that a good season, improving as it progresses, awaits the dealer, inasmuch as the feeling among collectors is getting more

j firm and settled every day. Events calcu- ! lated to shake the faith of the collector have

been rather too plentiful during the past five years but the immediate past has been comparatively free from such, if we except the Mafeking Beseiged affair which, however, affects very few people.

" VIt is well known to our supporters that we

publish a specially large issue of the Advertiser in October of £ach year. W e hope this year to eclipse all previous efforts as regards extent of circulation and hope to receive a large amount of support from foreign and colonial advertisers. All copy for the big season opener should reach us by October 22nd. W e would remind foreign subsciibers to the Chronicle that most subscriptions finish with the next issue.

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Colonial and foreign readers are requested to note that the new Directory is to be published in November, The publishers hope to include a large number of colonial and foreign advertisements, for there can be no better medium possible, as the Directory is kept for constant reference until another is published. Every advertiser receives a copy


free. All copy and remittances to be sent to the Philatelic Publishing Co., Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

CHRONICLE,O R IT IS H HONDURAS.— Tho 10c. mauve and 1 0 green has been overprinted “ R e v e n u e ” in

blue1* like the Si. and 25c, All three values arc now used for both postage and revenue stamps.

CEYLO N . —The 15o. blue of the new issue has arrived. The stamps are wmk. Crown CA., and perf I f , and are of the same type as the 15o. sage-green

Adhesive, 15c. bright blue.CH IN A E X P E D IT IO N A R Y FORCE.— Mr. W. T.

Wilson has sent us a specimen of the Indian stamps surcharged C.E F. for use in China. He has the 1, 2f, 3, 4, 8, 12 annas and 1 rupee,

FR AN C E .— Alexandria. The new 2fr, has been surcharged in black for use here.

Adhesive. 2fr. black on blue.Levant. The 2fr. has also been pressed into service

for use in these offices by beiug surcharged “ 8 piastres 8 ’ ’ in black.

Adhesive. 8pi. on 2fr , brown on blue.Guiana. The 5c. is reported in the new shade.

Adhesive, 5o, yellow-green.GREAT B R IT A IN .—The new 1/- green and

carmine is now in use at many offices. A copy was used on 11th July, but the stamp was not authorised for issue until August 1st.

GREECE. —Mr. N. S. Nicol&i’des has shown E.W .S N, one of the new Greek 5c. stamps, with figure of Meroury, and figures of value in upper corners, also a card with stamp of same colour and design The postcard was issued on the 20th July. The other values of postcards and stamps w ill probably be issued in August or September.

Adhesive, 5c. green.Postcard, 5c. green

N O R TH E R N N IG E R IA .—E. W.S.N. says : W ithout exception every philatelic journal which has chronicled the set for this new colony, mentions a lOd green and br-wn. The Secretary of our Colonial Stamp Market informs us this is an orror for ‘ ‘ 10/-,” stamps of which value he has received. There is no stamp of lOd. at all. W e append a corrected list. All are from plate 3.

Chronicled May igth. id. lilac and green.Id.2d.2Jd.5d.6d.

red. yellow, blue, brown, violet-blue.

Now described.id. lilac and green.

lOd. green and brown. 1/- „ black.2/6 „ blue.

Id.2d.2$d.5d6d.

carmine.yellow,ultramarine.red-brown.violet

1/- green and black. 2/6 „ blue.10/- „ brown,

RUSSIAN L E V A N T .-T h e Weekly Era chronicles the following :—

4pa. on lk. orange, blue surcharge. lOpa on 2k. green, red surcharge, lp i on 10k. blue, red surcharge.

SARAW AK.— Tho $1 green and carmine has been sent to us by Mr. Ha Buey Hon.

Adhesive, 81 green and carmine, no wmk,, perf. 14.TRAN SVAAL. — Tho following stamps are

announced as having been overprinted V.R .I.id. green. Sd, lilac and green.Id. carmine and green. 4d. sage-green aud green.2d, brown ,, 6d. lilac and green.2jd. blue ,, 1/- ochre ,,

postcards, <fec.G REECE,—The P.J.G.B. has been shown a card,

with stamp of a totally new design, showing a full length picture of Mercury with figures in the upper corner. We presume the new issue of adhesives will be in the same type.

Post Card, 51 green on buff.G E R M AN Y ,—The cards, single and reply of the

2pf. value, as well as the 3pf., art reported with stamp of the new design.

Post Cards. 2pf. slate blue on pale green.2 x 2pf. „

3pf. brown on white.


HA V IN G returned irom a short but welcome holiday, your P ostman once more makes his bow and settles down to inflict himself upon a

long-suffering philatelic public.• **

Perhaps his readers will endure bim this time a little patiently as it is only by the merest chance that be is able to address them at all. Capsized in deep water under a Severn weir, fortv yards from the nearest bank and hampered by a youthful companion unable to swim, your Postman thought all was finished. No boat could get up Against the river with three extra feet of flood running, but the lock-keeper, grasping the situation, risked his life by shooting the weir in a fiat-bottomed punt fortunately lying above, and was able to fish the two unfortunates out with a boathook, having juBt enough life in them to swear by.

* **To shoot a weir with a seven foot drop and flooded

river requires more than average courage and if any reader visits Holt Fleet lock he may have, should be desire it, the opportunity of shaking hands with one of the pluckiest Englishmen your Postman’s good fortune ever brought him in contact w ith ! Still pluck is not philately, so alUms /


The Philatelic Society of Victoria held an exhibition in Melbourne on Saturday, May 26th. As over ono I thousand people attended during the single day the exhibition was open it can certainly be described as a success.

* **The P o s tm a n very greatly regrets to announce Mr,

Webb’s inability to provide his usual “ Notes on English,” owing to holiday-making. Mr. Webb is pretty hard-worked on the whole and we must notbegrudge him a little well-deserved relaxation.

* **The P o s tm a n very much regrets to record the death

of Mr. W. E. Jeff an old, well-known and respected Birmingham philatelist. Mr. Jeff contributed considerably to philatelic literaturo some years ago, his strong point being English stamps and entires.

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It is reported that a speculator has bought up from tho Hawaii postoffice the entire lot of 12 cents stamps remaining on hand early in May. The number is estimated at about 40,000 specimens, and the cash invested, roughly, £1000. Since tho Hawaiian Islands are now using the stamps of the United States, there will of course bo no further need for printing any more of this stamp. Collectors who have not yet secured a specimen must be in no hurry to correct the ommission. The past history of suen speculations proves that it takes two or three years before the cornered articles are sold below face valuo.

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Messrs. Wm. Liddell Jun. & Co. have acquired the stock and business of Mr R. S. Gray, and the business will, in future, be carried on at 57, Hope Street, Glasgow.

* **Sothern, the popular comedian, wo are told, made

the post the medium of some of some of his most curious jests. His envelopes were printed with all sorts of odd devioes on the top, such as “ Boodle’s Beehive,’ ’ “ Asylum for Confirmed Virgins.” “ Refuge of Reformed Atheists,” and “ Society for the Propaga- tionof Pure Deism.” Others, that were meant to terrify the nervous, boro the words, “ Smallpox Hospital.” “ Home for Incurables,” and “ Curious Specimen of Highly Infectious Bedding ” In the last he would enclose a tiny piece out from an ordinary blanket. When staying at a country house, he often used to withdraw the letters from the post-rack, and write upon the envelopes suoh perplexing sentences as “ I will fetch the fivo peacocks on Saturday,” or “ How are you getting on with the cockroaches now ? ”

* ••Another favourite joke of his was to send an en

velope addressed—in pencil—to a friend in Paris, with a note asking him to rub out the address and re-direct it to a friend in Manchester, who would do the same. When the envelope was almost totally covered with

ten or twelve postmarks, Sothern received it back and enclosed in it an invitation to dinner, naming a dtic a month back. This he addressed in ink, and sent to a friend in London. When it was received tho recipient naturally was wroth that a letter, to got, from one part of London to another, must go round by PariB, Manchester, Edinburgh, Belfast, &o., as it had done, according to the postmarks.

* m *The P o stm an is much obliged to Mr. W . J. Edgar,

P.O. Box 173, St. Johns, Newfoundland, for his neat | and interesting price list.

N E W Z E A L A N D .

D ie V a r ie t ie s o f t h e R e c e n t I sb u e .

TH E Otago Witness contains an article on the recent locally-printed stamps from tho English plates: —

One of our most advanced collectors, Mr. A. Hamilton, of the Otago University, sends me the following interesting notes re our colonial prints, which aro slowly making their belated appearance. The notes show a large amount of research and observation, and it is a pity we have not more collectors among us of Mr. Hamilton’s kind:—

In your interesting note on the latest issue of New Zealand stamps you make one or two statements that would lead collectors to suppose that there was very little difference in the new issue from the English printed stamps, except in the change of colours. I think that you will find the following differences, which seem to point to the manufacture of entirely new dies. It is difficult to see why this should be, but some of the differences are too great to have been the result of touching up the origina die, or to have resulted from some process of copying which might have been suggested by the smaller size of some of the new issue.

H a l f p e n n y .— In tho English printed jd . (a) there is one line of shading clear and distinct in the ornament between tho “ N ” of New Zealand and the left-hand corner of the stamp; in the green Jd. (b) there are two lines, thin and distinct. In (a) the bar under New Zealand is neatly rounded at the ends, in(b) it is cut off squarely. Iu (a) the two lines above New Zealand are clear and distinct; in (b) both lines appear double, possibly owing to imperfect inking and to the surface of the paper being rougher. In (a) the 11 d ” of the Jd, is further away from the top of the oval than in (b), and the fraction line appears to be thinner and longer. In (a) the ornament in the centre, under the word “ halfpenny,” has the ends of the ornament separated from the shading underneath the soroll by a white space, and there is a distinct line from the outer edge of the ornament to the comers. In (b) the lower line appears to have been

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removed, and the open space under the centre ornament filling up with shading. In (b) the shading of the scroll ornament in tho lower right-hand comer is quite altered. The <d. envelope, in the original colour, is similar to (b), only worse, the outside lines having suffered severely in printing.

One Penny, red. - This represents the design of the 4d. (Pink Terraces). The stamp is smaller than the 4d. The main difference in tho design is that the pointed pendant under the four balls in the ornament at the top of the picture is shaded instead of white, as in the 4d, The leaves on each side are quite different, and the lines of the engraving of the Pink Terraces are different. There is a siight list in the ornament to the right of the word “ penny,” probably a slip when ruling the line for the new letters.

Twopenny —In the London print the end of the " e ” of pence comes well beyond tho line of dots on the right side; in the new purple stamp it barely reaches the outside of the dots. The ornaments in the upper spandrels are different in outline, and the shading in the first is in straight lines, and in the purple stamp in curved lines. There is a double line round the oval next the picture in the English print and a single one in the new stamp. The 2d. envelope has the details in the spandrels between the frame and the oval badly redrawn. The end of the ‘ ‘ e ” is as in the purple stamp. The background of the space containing the figure 2 is lined in the English stamp, but solid in the envelope and in the purple stamp; the figure is also larger.

F ocrpekny,—The new 4d. is coloured like the bicolour d Id., but, strange to say, the design differs in many details. Here, again, the spandrel ornaments have been quite entered. The three strokes forming a band across the ornament in the top left-hand corner are at a different angle. In the Id. there are four divisions of the ornament between the hand and the outside edge ; in the 4d. there arc only three In the 4d four thick lines have appeared in the white space under the main head of the cabbage tree; in m aty copies of the Id. there ate hardly any visible here. The dotted area of the sky to the left of the cabbage tree is now lined. In the Id. that portion of the ornament over the “ one” and “ ny ” of penny has four parts ; in the 4d. it has only three. In the Id there are four lines between the words “ New Zealand ” and the top, and in the 4d. there are but two.

Sixpenny ,— I can see no difference in the 6d., which differs only in shade of colour.

Twopenny.—The 2d., 1882 issue, has come out on the same thick paper, watermarked star, and double- lined “ N .Z .,” as the Jd> stamp chronicled last week. I wonder whenever we are to have our regular issue. The $d. black i9 a distinct contravention of the Postal Union rules, which distinctly state all }d. stamps must be in green.

T H E “ M A F E K I N G B E S I E G E D ” S T A M P S .

IN our June issue we protested against the Mafeking Besieged stamps being regarded as a serious ibsuc In a disturbed time like tho present, excitement

and patriotism might and do lead people to accept as gospel truth what, in their more sober moments, they could reject with incredulity if not with contempt— hence our protest and warning Since we published our article the most strenuous efforts have been mado in various interested quarters to bolster up this commercial issue and every tittle of evidence possible to produce has been heaped into the balance in order to give it weight. Having carefully read all that has been written we again warn our readers lo have nothing to do with the over-priuted issue while offered at the fancy prices asked at present even if they buy them eventually as relics, or as interesting locals issued— no matter with what ulterior objeet- at a critical and historical moment.

Among the evidence adduced in favour of the Mafeking stamps is a manifesto published by a leading firm of dealers setting forth with great circumstance the why and wherefore of tho issue. I t appears that a gentleman from Mafeking waited upon this firm with a complete set of all the stamps made and used during the siege— our readers will remember we foretold this in June— and a guarantee of their genuineness signed by Lord Edward Cecil. Here, indeed, wo have business forethought combined with despatch ! Immediately the siege was raised this gentleman must have started off with his stock and credentials to get first on the market—and how many more philatelic commercial travellers have gone elsewhere with similar appointments? We certainly hear of sales being effected in various quarters simultaneously.

The business-like method of procedure would be sufficient to convince the ordinary mind of the commercial nature of the whole transaction, but, should any doubt remain, the circumstantial account, if read between the lines, quickly dispels it. For instance, we are told, presumably to pave tho way for the asserted increase in postage rates, that a number of the runners were caught and killed and tho despatches were found afterwards—by whom or where or how does not transpire—with the stamps “ removed by the ‘ slim ’ Boers.’’ There is a distiuct touch of irony in this description. The Boer outside should not, of course, have stolen stamps worth pounds. Surely the common or garden unsureharged stamps were good enough for him—and after all the trouble taken in making them I Yes, it was undoubtedly wrong of the Boer outside to rob hi6 enemy— but what about the Briton then inside and Who, at this moment, is asking hundreds of pounds from his fellow Britons for a few labels which cost him a less number of pence ? I t is


quite possible that both Briton and Boer looks upon his action as <c business.”

To resume, it is certain, if the above account be true, that the runners who carried the letters imperilled their lives therefore the sum of £25 as quoted in the Mafeking gentleman’s carefully prepared account was not extravagent. Later on it is stated that 11 it was found necessary to practically double the ordinary rates.” Let us suppose the ordinary rates were 6d. a letter. Let us also suppose that the postal authorities desired to make a profit on tho journey. Let us also note that “ no bags were allowed to be carried " and then let us find out whore the native runner was to store his stock of letters for which it was necessary to charge double postage in order to make up the £25 cost of the journey. The natural supposition is that he would goin for an extra large loincloth—but no, we are gravely informed that the letters were “ concealed about their clothing " and, mirabile diciu, '• in the soles of their boots I I ” The idea of a kaffir or other native running fifty or sixty mites in boots is distinctly edifying and new. I t is rather lucky that 11 no person was allowed to send more than two, or at most three letters by any one runner" or the thickness of the boot soles might have caused him to receive the bullet aimed at a suppositious giraffe.

Upon the authority of the Cape Argus, a recent passenger for England refused £250 for his stock of Mafeking stamps. Since the account referred to appeared a firm of dealers is reported to have sold several complete sets at over £50 each, I t is therefore all the more interesting to read in the apologetic manifesto that “ no stamps wore sold to the public " and that “ letters were taken to the post office and the military postal officials stamped them.” In face of these authoritative statements, which are issued in connection with Lord Edward Cecil’s guarantee, one wonders where these £250 stocks and these sets sold | in London, Cape Town, Manchester, aud elsewhere originate from. The logical conclusion is that the poor Boers were falsely accused of shooting the runners, who must have been waylaid by the parties j that supplied the bagmen now pushing the sale. This is the conclusion honesty and logic would arrivo at, but both these qualities, we fear, are foreign to the “ Mafeking Beseiged ” stamps. Still there is a moral to be deducted from these inaccuracies and contradictions.

These labels may be everything that is claimed for I them— in fact, we have the written guaranteo of Lord Edward Cecil, sent by express traveller, to that effect —but we would advise our readers to refrain awhile I from purchasing, as tho most recent information describes a rival brand of surcharge which, by the I holders of the original type, is stigmatized as a forgery. I t may be that the now brand is all right 1 and it, also, may have the written guarantee of Borne I high official—perhaps of the officer who accidentally .

double surcharged one sheet—so wonld-be purchasers should wait until the claims of the rival brands are settled. For our owe part we consider the one about as good as the other—and wo refrain from recommending oither until wo have got some to sell.

TI-IE T A S M A N I A N P O S T E R S

Y N X ," in tho Tasmanian Mail, discourses on the largo picture stamps of Tasmania in the following strain:—“ Those postage stamps.

You can’t lick them for size and mystery of subject, for the pictures were meant for postcards, aud now they are simply photographed into down nothingness. Tho Treasurer informed Parliament that there can be no change for a year. Phew ! What a prospect 1 As our poet sings:—

’Twas a maiden of Hobart so nice,Hod a mouth that for two would suffice,

It had stretched, pretty dear,From her ear to her ear.

Till the boys had to kiss her in twice.’Tis the same with these stamps, a la Bird,Whose dimensions are really absurd,

You can’t make 'em stick With one good honest liok—

They need two, and thon sometimes a third.A darkly mysterious view May invoigle a tourist or two;

But, in fact, every picture Ha- called forth a stricture,

And raised much artistic ado.So ye B's “ come in out of the rain,”Bird aud Bay ley get rid of your bauo;

Your old-fashioned square Is an antidote fair,

Which will make things quite ship-shape again.Australian Philatelist.

SOCIETY REPORTS.BIRMINGHAM PHILATELIC SOCIETY

Honorary President:— W. B. Avery, Esq. President:— W. T. W ilson , E sq.

Vice-Presidents:— R. H ollick, E sq.; W . P imm, Esq. C o m m itte e Sir. P. T. D eakin ; Mr T. W. Peck ;

Mr. C. A. Stephenson; Mr. W. S. V atjghton. Hon. Secretary and T r e a s u r e r Mr . G. Johnson,

13.A., 208, Birchfield Road, Birmingham.

The packets are maintaining their reputation for quality and value very well considering the number of


members who are away on their holidays. Thosejust despatched (July) are as follows £ s. d.

A (Colonials and Foreign) .. .. 683 13 3,B (Colonians on ly )........................ 1360 13 10C (Foreign only) ........................314 1 8|

£2358 8 10

We regret to announce the death of our old and and valued friend and fellow member, Mr. W. E. Jeff, who died on July 6th, in his 55th year, after a very painful illne s, from cancer of the tongue

Members and others are reminded that all advertisements for the Annual Report should reach the Hon. Sec. by September 6th, if possible. All the special positions and many of the other pages have been taken.

Midland Counties Stamp Exchange-The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to

members of the Exchange— thus reducing the sub- ecripiion to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in the' packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E., but most clubs arc satisfied with from 121 to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March packets totalled over £491. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed Good roferoneos are indispensible. Members joining now are free until January 1st, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if their references are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

NOTICES.T h e P ic t u r e P o s tc a r d , —The craze for picture

postcards and view cards is not so general in this country as upon the Continent but it is spreading to a considerable degree and at a rapid rate. The Picture Postcard is published in the interest of these collectors. Described as “ a magazine of philately, travel, and art ” it is a high-class, lavishly-illustrated and beautifully-produced book of twenty pages—full of interesting matter to philatelists of every descrip- | tion and to the reading public generally. The first : issue opens with an unnecessary apology for existence and contains, among other items, “ The Queen's Face in Philately,” by Thekla Bowser, first instalment;“ South African War Postcards,” a well-written and splendidly-illustrated article by E. W, Richardson; and " I n Southern Ireland,” by Frank R. Cana,F.R.G.S., illustrated by three fine views. In addition

there is a £1,000 competition promoted by Messrs. Raphael Tuck and Sons which should be a great attraction to postcard collectors. Too much cannot be said of the excellence of The Picture Postcard but it remains to be seen whether the general public will accord it the necessary support for its continued ex’steuco. [ I'he Picture Postcard, 152, Fleet Street, Lond n. 2/6 per annum, post free ; single copy, 2d.]

T h e S c o t t is h P h il a t e l ic A d v e r t is e r , — Our readers will have seen the preliminary notices of this paper in The Advertiser, The first issue is now to hand and bears a very promising appearance. The advertisers are numerous for a first number and are drawn from among the moat trustworthy dealers. We can recommend our readers to send for a copy— it only costs a halfpenny card. [The Scottish Philatelic Advertiser, South Quoenferry, Scotland.

H in t o n ’ s H in t s o n St a m p C o l l e o t in o . — Mr. Hinton has issued a second edition of his useful book which is enlarged and improved without addition to the price which remains at 1/-. There is a frontispiece of stamps pourtraying the Royal Family to the third and fourth generation, and profuse illustrations throughout—especially in the chapter “ Stamps that puzzle collectors.” The hook of 116 pages, well-bound and finely printed is extremely cheap. [Hints on Stamp Collecting, London, E. Nister, 28, Paternoster Row.]

T h e B r it is h St a m p D ir e c t o r y . —The fourth edition of this Directory will be published in November. Foreign dealers and others are requested to accept this intimation and secure space early. Thero is no better medium possible for advertising as collectors and dealers require it and keep it by them for constant reference. Your advertisement should be one that will be as good a year lienee as now and yonr space should be taken at once. The price per single inch is 1/3, per double inch 2/6; £ page across or in column, 3/9 ; i page, across or iu column, 7/6 ; whole page, 15/-. Business cards, &e., will be inserted at 1/- each, undisplayed advertisem-.-nts as exchange, wants, offers, &c., at four words a penny, but minimum charge 1/-. Every advertiser receives a voucher copy o tho Directory, free. All orders should be sent early to The Philatelic Publishing Co., Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

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H o l i d a y t r a v e l & p o p u l a r P h i l a t e l yContains articles on Pictorial Post Cards, and particulars of

Messrs. Raphael Tuck und Sons' £1,000 Prize Comp_iition,

T H E P IC T U R E POSTCARD,Of all Newsagents and Stationers, and at

152, Fleet Street, London, B .i.


STAMP COLLECTORS’ ALMANAC, 1900' 1Price 8d., post free («th year). |

Full of articles of philatelic interest, illustrations ofstamps and philatelists. I

THE PHILATELIC ALMANAC (Second Year)Price 4d., post free 4»d.

Catalogue of stamps issued during 1899, Philatelic Societies and Exchange Clubs, <&c , &c.

o r d e r n o w f r o m

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Both ready early in December.The two Almanacs supplied forgd.

ORANGE RIVER, V.R.I.Unused, Mint.

$d. orange, id. id. violet, 2d. 2d. violet, 4d. 3d. blue, 6d. 6d. blue, ts. is. brown, 2S SS. green, 8/6.

Set o f 6, 4S. id.

Set of 7, 12. 7d.

Post Free,

Minor varieties in stock. Also Transvaal and Mafeking siege stamps. All stamps have been sent over direct by our special correspondent in South Africa, and may therefore be relied upon as b**ing genuine.

H. LE ST R A N G E EW E N ,32k, Palace Square, Norwood. 8 .E.

( E d i t o r , E u s e n 's W e e k ly S ta m p N e w s . ) S p e c im e n C o p j F r e e .

GAS ENGINE (or STAMPS, etc.fh p. O il > Eog-ne, spleudid condition, now at work, replacing by 4h p., cheap £20 or exchange to £21 for Stationery, Fancy Goods, Pipes, etc., Library Books and Fiction, Printing Pa|cr (Foreign stamps to £25) or anything suitable to sell in Stationers shop or for

Furniture, Show Cases, etc.

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THE BR ITISH STAM P DIRECTORY, (4th Edition), greitly enlarged and brought up-to-date wiU. be ready in NOVEMBER, 1900-


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T H E MARCH P A C K E TCONFAIN8 12 GOOD STAMPS.

United States, Interior, unused (n o t Sp e c im e n ), 2c.; Straits Settlements,4c. on 5c- b r o w n , unused; Spain. 2 centimos, unused ; Roumania, 1873, 3 bant, 10 ban !; Greece, 1879. 10 lepta, >891, 1 drachma; s t

of S Argentine, 2, 5,10,12 and IS centavos.Price, ONE SHILLING , Postage Extra.

W. GEORGE,Ko land Road, H a NDSW ORTH, BIRMINGHAM.

A limited u umber ot packets as above have been prepared, and they will be on sale until exhausted. Tt e February packet puiv < i'l be obtained

B3T T H E M A Y P A C K E TCONTAINS 12 GOOD STAMPS.

Costa Rica, 10c., 1887, unused (cat. one ahllllng)- Stralts, Four Cents on 5c. rose, unused; Guatemala, 1899. lc. on 5c., ustif; Bosnia, f, 2 and 3 n o v s ic , obsolete; Roman States,2 baj.; Greece, Olympian, 201. ; Mew Zealand, picture, Gondon print, jd., Id. (brown and blue), 2d., all obsolete; and Travan-

core, jch.Price, ONE SH ILL IN G Postage Extra.

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CURB BUT ISSUE ST. YIHCB^T AT FAOE VALUE.St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each 1/4. St. Vincent sd. on 4d. maj and brown, each 3/; 4 for 17/6, St. Vincent aid. on 4d. black

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South African W ar IssuesAlso obsolete ORANGE) FREE STATE

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V.R.I. Stamps, different printings, errors, <fec., used and unused. Selections ssnt on approval to clients known to me—or satisfactory references.

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ESTIMATES FREE.

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E V E R Y COLLECTOR should possess our 68pp Retail List. “ The neatest and most interesting we have seen this year, bar none.”—Philatelic Chronicle.) Full of bargains in Sets, Packets, Albums, and single Stamps. Gratis and post free on application.

W E A R E B U Y E R S . at all times, of large Wholesale Stocks, Hcmainders, &e., &c., to any amount, at low prices, FOR PRO M PT CASH O N LY . jn

ER R IN G TO N <& M A R TIN .SOUTH HACKNEY, LONDON, N.E.

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16, 1872-6, I sen to 20 sen (us <1)12, 1S76-9, 3 rin to 50 son13, 1883-92, 3 rin to 1 yen „6, 1894 and 1896, Jubilee and War (used)8, 1899-1900, 3 rin to to sen (used) ...8, „ surcharged " China ” or " Co13, „ 5 rin to 1 yen (unused) ...62, 1872-1900 ................................i.igoo, Crown Prince's Nuptial Issue, 3 sens car., unused

Discounts: 10% for 10 sets ; 13% for 30 sets; 20% for too sets Terms : Nett Casli in advance.

Stamps not accepted for remittances.

12 10o 1$

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■1CURRENT ISSUE 8T. YINCBBT AT FACE YALOB.

St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each 1/4. St. Vincent 3d. on 4d. maj and brown, each 3/; 4 for 17/6. St. Vincent 2$d, on 4d. blaok

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WANTED TO PURCHASE.

South African W ar IssuesAlso obsolete ORANGE FREE STATE


All Selections must be sent on approval and prices quoted and will receive prompt attention

V .R .I. Stamps, different printings, errors, &c., used and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients ' known to me—or satisfactory references.


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CHRONICLE,

CE Y L O N .— The 2c. red-brown and 3c. green have been sent to us surcharged On Service in two lines.

GERM AN L E V A N T ,— Constantinople. Wo recently received a letter franked with 1 piastre on 20pf. old type, 10p£. and 30pf. new type,,unsurcharged. Does this imply that the German Office in Constantinople is relinquishing the custom of surcharging stamps used in the Levant,

IN D IA .—On and after the 1st October postage stamps of the denominations of anna, £ anna, 1 anna, 2 anuas, and 2| annas, printed in the new colours mentioned below, may be used in paymont of postage and other postal dues for w Inch postage stamps are used. These stamps, however, will not bo generally available at post offices until such time as existing stocks of stamps of the same denominations in the old colours are exhausted. The stamps will be coloured as follows: J anna, slate-grey ; $ anna, pea- green ; 1 anna, crimson ; 2 annas, v io le t ; 2} annas blue.

N E W ZE A LA N D —The $d. green is in a distinctly darker colour now.

ORANGE R IV E R COLONY.—The 2jd. Cape current type, has been surcharged with the name of this colony in three lines.

2|d. blue, black surcharge.PE R A K .—The 10c. has been overprinted f e d e r a

t e d Ma l a y s t a t e s . The 2c., 4c, and 5c. have each been surcharged o n e c e n t in black.

R O U M ANIA .— Mr. Max Torten has sent us the 5b. green, current type, without watermark We have alBO heard of the lb, brown, and 15b. black with no watermark.

p o s t c a r d s , &c.ORANGE R IV E R COLONY.—The following are

the varieties of the surcharged postcards :—i . Surcharged like the adhesives, with large stops in

the same line as the letters. jd. on $d., rose.Id. on Id., orange

i i . Similar type, but stops above the line. l£d., i n black, on 2d., mauve (adhesive stamp, Ac )

i f f . Sans-serif capitals and stops 'flfter all the letters.

id. on id., rose.Id. on Id., orange.4+£d. on i+ J d ,. green on buff. 1 + ld, on 1 + ld ., brown „


HE P o s t m a n opens his sermon this month with a word to the wise —don’t forget the new editionof the British Stamp Directory in November t

* •*Every advertiser receives a copy freel Advertise

ments are cheap! I The Directory goes to many collectors, more dealers and most Societies I ! I People do not throw the Directory away next day after receipt but keep it for constant reference 1111

* •*Send at once—delays are dangerous t i l l !

* **Having thus relieved his mind and performed a

dual duty to reader and employer your very own P o s tm a n turns to his work with an easy conscience, a fairly keen pair of scissors aDd a pot of paste of last year’s crop (judging by its odoriferous qualities).

* •Says Stamps : “ V.R. I will certainly not be correctly

taken to mean Very Rare Indeed as some have suggested, judging from the quantities of stamps bearing that superscription that are reaching this country. Victorious Roberts Imprints is another name, and Vendors Rabidly Indignant at the Vagaries Rightly Ignored will soon be the order of the day, as many now investing in them may find—as with the Postal Jubilee Envelopes and othor emissions popular for tho time—that the market is flooded with them, and pricos must fall considerably.

* *Messrs. H. Percy Jones and Co., Southport, have

acquired the business of Messrs. F. Gresham Yates and Co., Liverpool.

* **The Postman begs to acknowledge receipt of Mr.

Ernest Slinger’s now and excellent price list of West Indian stamps.

• **The “ M a f e k i n g B e s e i g e d ” locals or curiosities

seem to fetch good prices yet 20 to 35 guineas being obtained per set. As long as these prices hold it is safe to guarantee the continued supply— but what a lot of burnt fingers later 1

Says the P . J. of I . : “ I f Mafeking, why not every armed camp in war time? I f every armed camp, why not each and every battleship of each and every belligerent power, or to go but a step further, why not

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any Irish village where the R iot Act has been read and the operations of civil law suspended ? I f a row in a town or anywhere else is considered a sufficient excuse for the entrance into our albums and catalogues of the provisional issuer of those in power for the time being, we may yet see learned brochures on the emissions of Donnybrook, perforated in endless permutations of perforations and decorated with a vast and varying crop of shillalahs (reversed and otherwise) on the shelves of our philatelic libraries. Mafeking has shown the way, others w ill follow— if we lot them,”

* *Mr. J. R. P . Turner writes a long letter to The

Philatelic Journal of Great Britain in defence of the Mafeking locals. The same gentleman has written a great deal to other philatelic papers on the same subject. E ither he must take, or must have, a great interest in these stamps I

• •Mr. John N . Luff thus calls attention to the differ

ence between reprints and reissues. *• Reprints are printings of stamps which are not available for postage, either because the original stamps have been declared obsolete, or because the reprints are not allowed to do postal duty. Reissues are printings of stamps which are available for postage, though the originals have been replaced by a later issue.”

• #The letter which has just reaohed Holbeach, eight

years after having been originally posted at Luton, is a great way off breaking the reoord in Post Office delays, for the longest period which has elapsed between the despatch and delivery of a communication committed to the care of the Postmaster-General is believed to be 45 years. Certainly a letter once occupied that length of time in transmission. According to its stamping, it wa9 posted at Stafford in July, 1846, and reached Birmingham, where the addressee lived, the day after, but for some unexplained reason it remained undelivered at that office till as recently as February 6th, 1891. N ot loDg since a post-bag turned up which had been hidden for 40 years, and contained many letters written by officers and men who had fallen in tho Indian Mutiny.

N O T E S ON E N G L I S H S T A M P S .

By W. S. Webb.

A TREASURED ITEM.BLOCK of ten unused Id. red, plate 22511—and isn’t its happy possessor justly proud of such a coveted slip of paper, now worth many

hundreds of times its weight in gold. A Scottish

collector, Mr. J. T. Cathcart, of Newburgh, tells me he purchased these when current, and fortunately kept them till he discovered their value. A particularly well-invested tenpence, don’t you think ?

PERFS. OP REPLY POSTCARDS.The known guages of these comprises 4, 5, 6, and

7 to the usual standard of 2 centimetres. The first issue of £d, both thick and thin, guaged seven; this is (I believe) the only guage with which the thick $d. card is known, and the same is very scarce indeed in the thin card, the most common being six. The fi guage is not found on the $d. cards with arms of 2nd type ; but it is the uniform perforation of the present issue. Four seems to be the scarcest guage of the Id., l jd and 2d. reply cards—7 not being known in these so far as I am aware. The v&riouB perforations are distinct enough to be easily recognised without always resorting to measurement, so they should be fully represented in a collection.

THE NEW SHILLING STAMP,Or, rather the old stamp in a new garb of colour—is a pleasing addition to our bi-coloured series. A handsome effect has been attained by contrasting the same greyish-green for the centre with a brilliant crimson for the frame. Very probably this combination precurses the withdrawal of the 4$d. value, as it is most unlikely that two stamps so similar will continue to be issued concurrently.

$d. postcards : “ types ” and “ dies.”From time to time in this and other journals refer

ence has been made to the various types of arms found on $d. cards, as also to the 3 varieties of the current design of stamp. The time has come when these can be given a settled and definite nomenclature, which they certainly have not hitherto enjoyed, and I think the best way to set about it will bo to give what Mr, W . T. Wilson and myself have reoently agreed upon as to the correct terms and distinctions. We think that the following w ill answer all practical requirements. Firstly as to the various types of arms: there are three principal varieties, the second of which must bo divided in two, but not numbered as two types. Calling the arms as found on all the bordered cards—type I., and tho small sort (14$ mm. wide) on the next'issue type I I . ; we must then always distinguish between that used on the post office issues and on those stamped-to-order; these must be called II . a and I I . b respectively, the difference being that II.A shows the chain depending from the unicorn’s collar, whilst in I I ,b the chain only shows below the animal’s body. Type I I I . is, of course, the current arms on the post office cards, which shows no sub-varieties, and is 16 mm. wide. So much for the arms—typesI., II.A , I I . b, and I I I .

The varieties of the $d. stamp (of current design) should be known as Dies A., B. ana C. ; their charac

93 TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AN D AD V E R TISE R .

teristics being, A—four completed white curves only, above and on either side of the arched label. B. and C. both showing part of a fifth curve on either side:B. has a thin white inner frame, whilst die C. lias a much thicker one.

Some very minute variations have been noticed in the arms, type I., but as these are distinct up.n the S issues of the bordered cards, they are not important enough to be treated as separate types.

I intend submitting the above outlines to certain editors and other authorities, so that in the October or November journals there can be a simultaneous decision upon the names of the types and dies.

O R A N G E R IV E R V.R.I. ST A M P S.

MA Y IN G been fortunate enough to come into the possession of entire sheets or panes of all the OraDge River V .R .I, stamps, from the |d. up

to the 5/-, we thought it might interest readers to have a description of the different printings, and how to distinguish them, together with a list of the principal varieties, In Black and White Mr. Mortimer Menpes gives some interesting information concerning the now famous “ dotless ’ ’ and other errors found in the first printing, but is silent on the subject of the varieties which appeared later. We propose to bring his list up to date.

Every reader knows that there are two principal varieties, one with the dots after V .R .I. in their normal position, and another with the dots in a raised position, V ‘R ‘1', owing to the printer having used a wrong fount of type. Of the latter variety, there are two printings, and of one of these there are two settings.

The stamps of all values are printed in sheets of 240 divided into four panes of 60 each, separated from each other by a plain margin. As each pane was overprinted separately from the same type, it follows that a variety oecuring on one pane w ill also occur on the others and in exactly the same position relatively,

I .—First printing, March 18th, 1900.•Jd. orange. 4d, ultramarine.Id, violet. 6d. carmine.2d. violet. 6d. ultramarine.2& on 3d. ultramarine. Is. brown.3d. ultramarine. 5s. green.

Errors quoted by Mr. Menpes.(a ). No stop after V, all.(b j. Figure of value omitted, |d., Id ., 6d, both Is.( c ) . Value omitted altogether, Id.(d ) . “ d ” omitted, Id.f t ) . No stop after L , Jd.( f ) . Letter I of “ V .R .I.” omitted, Id.(g ) . “ V .R .I.” omitted, ld „ 6d, blue.

All these errorB were corrected at an early date, except the first. In a pane of the 3d. value before us this “ dotlesa " variety occurs on the 3rd stamp in the 10th row. The variety (g ) appears to be due to the overprint being off-centre.

I I . Second printing, April 23rd 1 1900.This printing and the 3rd, both have “ raised

dots.”^d. orange 4d. ultramarine ?Id. violet, mauve 6d. ultramarine.2d. violet ? Is. red-brown ?3d. ultramarine ? 5s. green.

Varieties found on 2nd printing (setting (a ) ).Thick V ’s. 1st row, No. 2.

3rd row, No. 2.4th row, No. 2.7th row, No. 4.8th row, Nos. 1 and 4.

First stroke of V bent, 7th row, No. 6.Broken V (top of second stroke), 1st row, No. 5. Dot variety. V.R-I- (two dots only raised), 10th row,

No. 6.The above setting was used for the id. and Id . and

probably other values. In changing the type “ Jd.” or “ Id .” for “ 6d.” or “ 5s.” however, the rows of “ V .R .I.” were not left undisturbed, but were taken up and set in exactly the reverse position, the last in the first row being now the first. Second settings (positions reversed) :—

Thick V . ’s. 1st row, No. 5.3rd row, No. 5.4th row, No. 5.7th row, No. 3.8th row, Nos. 3 and 6.

Bent or battered V. 7th row, No. 1.Broken V and dot variety. These were corrected.Of the first setting we have Ad. and Id. and of the

second, Cd. and 5s., but other values probably occur. The type of the “ id ” varies slightly, that used for the 2nd stamps in the 4th row being perhaps the most remarkable variation.

I I I . —Third printing, date?This printing is distinguished by having no thick

V ’s,id . orange 2d. violet.Id. violet Is. red-brown.

So far as we can ascertain the setting remained unchanged for all values in this printing:—

Broken V 1st row, No. 4.„ 3rd row, No. 1.,, 10th row, No. 3.

Broken V. 10th row, No. 4.Dot variety, V .R .I. (similar to 1st print), 7th row,

No. 4.Dot variety, V .R*I., 9th row, No. 4.„ „ V.R-I* „ No. 5.„ „ V -R .I., 10th row, No. 4.

TH E P H IL A T E L IC CHRONICLE AND AD VERTISER . 93

Of this printing we have panes only of the £d., Id and ls „ but it is not unlikely other values occur. In this printing of the Is. the dot after the “ s ” is uniformly raised, but as we have seen pairs of this stamp, one stamp having “ Is .” and another “ Is-” there must have been another printing. This variety may perhaps belong to the second printing.

N u m b e r s P r in t e d .Mr. Mcnpes gives the following as the quantities

printed of each value.5,^70 sheets.

13,100 5,130

80 4,270

310 30

2,800 1,830

970

$d. orange Id. purple 2d. violet 2§ on 3d. blue M . blue 4d. blue 6d. carmine 6d. blue 1/- red-brown 5;- green

Surcharged but not issued.Id. red-brown, 8 stamps.1/- orange 20 ,,

The 2£d., 4d. and 6d. carmine are already sold out, and the next value likely to follow suit is the J<L when perhaps some of the 3d. w ill be requisitioned to make good the deficiency.

Although the above quantities may seem large, it is a fact that a large portion has already been issued. The value of the Jd. stock only works out to 2$ times that of the 4d., which has been sold out some time, and as the Jd. should be in much more frequent use, it lookB as if it will soon be obsolete,—Ewen's Weekly Stamp News.

P H I L A T E L I C F R A U D S.

Collated by N o n - L e x .

[ 4 ll information and supposed forgeries may be sent to Non-Lex. Doubtful stamps examined free. Return postage must be sent. ]

ORAN G E R IV E R COLONY. — Forgeries of the V .R .I. surcharges are appearing. I have seen one made witn an india-rubber stamp, but

others less easy to detect are about.M A F E K IN G B E S IE G E D .— These stamps are

being produced in comparatively large quantities by unauthorized parties in Capo Town and elsewhere, and the imitations are not to be distinguished from the genuine locals save by experts (i.e. sellers of a different brand). The originals are so colossal a fraud, however, that imitations fade into comparative insignificance. The safe plan is to leave them all severely alone.

T H E P A R I S P H I L A T E L I C E X H I B I T I O N .

TH IS exhibition is now a thing of the past, being open from August 28th to September 9th, Thanks to the untiring efforts of M.|AIbert Coyette,

the secretary, and the Parisian philatelists who so ably assisted h im ; the exhibition was a success from a philatelic point of view, but otherwise in its pecuniary aspect.

Some one hundred and seventy six medals, gold, silver, and copper, were 'awarded, and, of English philatelists, the following are the best known recipients : Messrs. W . T. Wilson, R . Ehrenbach, G. B. Duerst, W . Doming Beckton and G. F . Gibson. Mr. Walter Morley received plentiful recognition for his fisoals, and Mr. A. Preston Pearce also secured a medal in this branch of philately. The Grand Prize was taken by M. Paul Mirabaud’s Swiss stamps, which magnificent collection is considered by Mr. C. J. Phillips to be the “ finest example of a specialized collection in the whole world.”

Among English visitors to the Exhibition were Messrs. W . D. Beckton, W. P imm, G. B. Duerst, Chas. J. Phillips, H . J. Duveen.

C A N A D A ’S STAMPS*

GT*HE 3 pence of the first issue, 1851, popularly known as the “ three penny beaver,” was used for postage on letters between any place in

Canada (now Ontario and Quebec) and any place in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Cape Breton.

Tbe 6 pence, 1851, was used for postage on letters to the United States, except Oregan and California.

The 12 pence, of the same issue, the rarest of Canadian Stamps only about 1500 of which were issued, was used for postage on letters to Great Britain, via Quebec and Halifax. (Sec. 62 Postal Regulations, Canadian Almanac, 1853, page 33).

The 10 pence, 1855, was used for postage on letters to Great Britain via Cunard packet from New York and Boston,

The 7J penny, 1857, was also used for postage on letters to Great Britain but via Canadian packet from Quebec.

The | penny of the same issue was used for postage on drop letters.

The 5 cent, beaver was used for postage on ordinary provincial letters.

The 10 cent, 1859, was used for postage on letters to the United States, except California and Oregon.The 2 cent, 1860, was used on soldiers' letters to Great Britain,

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The 12J cent of the same year was used on fetters to Oreat Britain via Canadian packet from Quebec.

The 17 cent of the same issue -was also used on letters to Great Britain, but via Cunard packet frcm New York and Boston.

The 1SCS 12J cent was used for postage on letters to Great Britain via Canadian packet.

The 15 cent of the same issue was used for postage on letters to Great Britain, also, but via Cunard packet.

SOCIETY REPORTS.B IR M IN G H A M P H IL A T E L IC SO CIETY

Honorary President: — W . B . A v e r y , E 6 q . President:— W . T . W il s o n , E s q .

Vice-Presidents: — R . H o l l ic k , E s q . ; W . P im m , E sq . Committee Mr. P. T D e a k i n ; M r T . W . P e c k ;

Mr. C. A. St e p h e n s o n ; Mr. W . S. V a u g h t o n . Hon. Secretary and Treasurer:— M b . G . J o h n s o n ,


Session commences October 1st.Annual meeting October 4th.All those desirous of joining are reminded that now

is the best time to do so.Nearly £30,000 worth of stamps were circulated

during the last session and nearly £4,000 worth were sold.

Two auctions, for the use of members only, will be held during the coming session.

Annual report will be published on October 4th — best advertising medium in England. Advertisements must be sent at once if you wish to be in time.

Midland Counties Stamp Exchange*The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each mouth to

members of the Exchange—thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the Btamps in the ’ packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average i for the M.C.S.E., but most clubs are satisfied with from 121 to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March packets totalled over £491. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily &b there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensible. Members joining now are free until January 1st, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if their refer- I ences are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

T h e P a l a c e P h il a t e l ic E x c h a n g e S o c ie t y .— Mr. R. T. Morgan has favoured us with the first half- yearly report of this Society and it seems to have met with a well-doscrved success. We hope to receive an even better report next half-year.

C o u n t y o f S t a f f o b d E x c h a n g e S o c ie t y .— The address of the secretary, Mr. James Spibey, is now Winona, Corporation Street, Stafford.

NOTICES.

T h e B r it is h St a m p D ir e c t o r y .—The fourth edition of this Directory w ill be published in November. Foreign dealers and others are requested to accept this intimation and secure Epace early. There is no better medium possible for advertising as collectors and dealers require it and keep it by them for constant reference. Your advertisement should be one that will be as good a year hence as now and your space should be taken at once. The price per single inch is 1/3, per double inch 2/6; £ page across or in column, 3/9; $ page, across or in column, 7/6 ; whole page, 15/-. Business cards, &c., will be inserted at 1/- each, undisplayed advertisements as exchange, wants, offers, &c., at four words a penny, but minimum charge 1/-. Every advertiser receives & voucher copy o; the Directory, free. All orders should be sent early to The Philatelic Publishing Co., Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

T h e M o n t e it h A p p r o v a l Bo o k . — Messrs. A. Monteith and Co., have produced a new edition of their Approval Book. The interior is of the same excellent quality as before, while the cover 1b now handsomely lithographed in colours. The books are excellent value, and of convenient size for business envelopes, A new edition of tho well-known approval Bheots has also been printed. Both may be obtained through tho Philatelic Publishing Co., or direct from Messrs. Monteith and Co.

% h t p i c t u r e J J f l s t a t r i ) .T he New T wopenny Illustrated Magazine of

H O LID AY T R A V E L & PO PU LAR PH ILATELYContains articles on Pictorial Post Cards, and particulars of

Messrs. Raphael Tuck and Sons' £ i ooo Prize Competition.

T H E P IC T U R E POSTCARD,O f a ll Newsagents and Stationers, and at

182, F leet S treet, London, B.u.

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Catalogue of stamps issued during 1899, Philatelic Socict'es and Exchange Clubs, &c , &c.


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„ ) price 60/-

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Furniture, Show Cases, etc.

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T H E MARCH P A C K E TCOH H ilts 13 OOOD STAMPS.

U nited States, In terior, unused (not Specimen), 2c.; S tra its Settlem ents,4c.on Sc. brow n,unused; Spain, 2 centimes, unused; Roumania, 1873, 3 bani, 10 b a n l; Greece, 1879. 10 lepta, 1891, 1 drachm a; s t

o f 5 Argentine, 2, S, 10,12 and 10 centavos.Price, ONE SHILLING, Postage Extra.

W . GEORGE,Roland Road, HANDSW ORTH, B IRM INGHAM .

A limited uumber of packets as above have been prepared, and they will be on sale until exhausted. The February packet may still be obtained.

T H E M A Y P A C K E TCONTAINS 12 OOOD STAMPS.

Costa Rica, lOo., 1887, unused (cat. one sh illin g ): Straits, Four Cents on 5o. rose, unused; Guatemala, 1899. lc . on 5o., u u d ; Bosnia, i, 2 and 3 novsic, obsolete; Roman States,2 baj.; Greece, O lym pian, 201.; N ew Zealand, picture, London prin t, )d., Id . (brow n and blue), 2d., a ll ob so le te ; and T ravan -

core, ich.Price, ONE SHILLING. Postage Extra.

W . G E O R G E ,Roland Road, HANDSW ORTH, BIRM INGHAM .

A limited number of packets as above have been prepared, and they will be on sate until exhausted. The February and March packets may still be obtained

THE BRITISH STAMP DIRECTORY, (4th Edition), greatly enlarged and broaght up-to-date will be ready in NOVEMBER1900.

06 TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AND AD VERTISER ,

A L L D H A L E R S should see our 12pp. W holesale L ist of used and unused Stamps, Che&d Sets, Variety Packets, Mounts, Continentals, and Stamp Albums. Post free on receipt of business card or memorandum.

E V E R Y CO LLECTO R should possess our 68pp Retail List. “ The neatest and most interesting we have seen this year, bar none.” — Philatelic Chronicle.) Full of bargains in Sets, Packets, Albums, and single Stamps. Gratis and post free on application.

W E A R B B U Y E R S , at all times, of large Wholesale Stocks, Remainders, &c., &c., to any amount, at low prices, FOR PR O M PT C ASH O N LY . in


G. SENDER & CO-, S H ,B A - t <35'p°a n .

S P E C I A L O F F E R .JAPAN E SE STA M PS .

16,1871-6, i sen to to sen (us d) ................................iz, 1876-9, j rin to jo sen „ ................................13,1883-92, 5 rin to 1 yen „ ................................6,1894 and 1896, Jubilee and War (u s e d )......................8, 1899-1900, 3 rin to 10 sen (used) ................................8, „ surcharged “ China ” or •• Corea ’ ’ ............13, „ j rin to 1 yen (unused)................................62, 1872-1900 .............................................................i, 1900, Crown Prince's Nuptial issue, 3 sens car., unused

s. d.

o 3 o 4 o 6 o 10 6 6

12 toO Ij

Discounts: 10% for 10 sets; 13% for 30 sets; 20% for 100 sets. Term s: Nett Cash in advance.


F R E E 1 F R E E 11 F R E E ! 1!500 Stamp Mounts to all applicants for one of our

cheap Approval Sheets. Discount, 4d. in 1/- Alt good clear stamps. Lowest Prices.

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%. H. fllMcbeloniTHE PHILATELIC ALMANAC

For 1900. Price 4d . Post free, 4jd.

P R I N C I P A L C O N T E N T S .Calendar fo r tbe T ea r, with Cash Rulings, a page to a

month. This Diary is invaluable for keeping a record of Stamps bought, sold or exchanged. Table o f Foreign & Colonial M alle with full portal Information for the United Kingdom. Table o f Foreign Moneys. Catalogue o f Stamps Issued during 1899.—This will Include all the principal issusof the year appearing since the last A l m a n a c went to press, and the list will be brought as closely up to (he end of November as possible. M a r k e t P r i c e s will be affixed to most of the stamps, thus making the list a reliable guide to tbe current values o f the latest New Issues. To this list will be added a brief Review of the Stamp Markets during 1899, with a forecast of probable movements io igoo, compiled from various sources. Useful In form ation respecting the Philatelic Societies and Exchange Clubs of the English speaking world, also the best and most reliable Stamp Journals and Works of Reference of Great Britain and America. The Common.Bense System o f Foreign Rem ittances, Methods o f Collecting B ta m p s . A variety of interesting articles and notes bearing


PHILATELIC PUBLISHING 00.,Fentham Road, H an dsvortb , B irm ingham .



S p l e n d id Sto c k o p

URUGUAY, ARGENTINE, aid SOOTH AMERICAN Postage Stamps.

Large assortment for Dealers at very low prices-Collectors unknown to me send deposit in cash.


i s r o d e a l e r s .References to good English houses given i f required. D

In answ ering Advertisem ents please mention “ Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertiser.”

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. . . P.O. Box 1 1 , ST. V IN C B N T , W .I.

Bahamas,'!, 24. 4.6.1 /-, $1- Barbados, I, 4> 1. 2. 24, 5.6, 8.10, a/8 B e rm u d a .1, 1, 24, 3. 4. 6, tf- Orenada,!, 1, 2,14,3,6,8,1 /•Gambia, 4. t, 2.24. 3, 4.6. if-Bt. Lucia, j, r, 2, 2J, 4. 6.1/-, 5/- 1Trinidad, 4, i . 2,2 1 ,4, 6, if-, 5/.Turks Islands,!, 1. 24.4.5, 6. </•Leeward islands, 4.1.24, 4, 6, 7, if-, jf- Jamaloi. 4. 1. 2,24. 3, 4. £ J/-. 2f-. jf- Vlrgln Islands, 4,1, 24, 4, 6. 7. if-, sf- Brltlsh Gulina, 1,2,4,5,6,8,12. 24.-48,72,-96 cents. British Honduras, 1,2,' 5,6,10.12. 23 cents

£ 2

• Os a £ -S S « ^£ £3 ° v «»

CDBREIIT IBBDB ST. YIHCKWT IT FACB TILDE.St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each i/6. St, Vincent 3d. on 4d. maj and brown, each 5/; 4 for 16/-. St. Vincent 24d. 00.4d. black

and brown, each 16/8; 4 for 60/-.

WANTED TO PURCHASE

South African W ar IssuesAlso obsolete ORANGE FREE STATE


A ll Selections must be sent cm approval and prices quoted and will receive prompt attention

V .R .I. Stamps, different printings, errors, &o., used and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients known to me—or satisfactory references.

All above stamps unused In mint condition.

Post Office Orders payable “ Kingstown, St. Vincent ”


Ho notice whatever taken of exchange sending*.

Btamp Collectors subaorlbe to th e largest Stam p m onthly o f .A m erica •_

“ The Philatelic West,”Only 25c. per year, with free exchanje notice.

A D V E R T I S E R S I “• !'Do you want more business? Try an ad. in the

“ Philatelic West.” I t pays others, why not you ? Largest monthly magazine of the kind, in size and circulation, and organ of' the largest Society West of the Miss. Largest field of all. Founded in 1895. The only paper that had a register at the stamp exhibit of the Omaha exposition, More advertisers stay than go away. Ad. space and subscriptions exchanged far stamps. Send stamp for particulars.

Trial Ad. 2 /-per inch. £1 a Paje, with copy.

L. T.^RODSTONE,Business Manager,*

Box 60, SUPERIOR, NEB., U.S.A.{.Exchanges u n m o u n te d C a m e ra J P r in ts , S ta m p s <5- E n t ir e s ) .

W ALTER MORLEY,15, B R O W N H U iL G A R D E N S , C A T F O B D , S B

Everyone who sends a Subscription of S IX P E N C E For the next 6 Is su es of The Advertiser will bd allowed one advertisement under W a n t s and Offbbs not exceeding 24 words. Extra words at the usual rate of 4 a penny. I f the advertisement is required for three times, an extra amount equivalent to the'

charge for one insertion must also be sent F e n th a m R o a d , H a n d e w o r th , B irm in g h a m .

W e P R IN T and C IR C U L A T E Price-Lists, etc., for Dealers, and Save 75% of PostageThe Publishers of the P.C. d A. and Advertiser will send out 1,000 circulars to Philatelists with The Advertiser1 for 10/* To post 1,000 circulars costs £2 Is. 8d. We s a v e you

£ 1 I Is . 8 d.I ALL KINDS OF PRINTING EXCCUTKD.

E STIM ATES FREE.

HAVE YOU SEENthe new plan ; Postcard Bids ? a 10/- stamp

for 6d. possibly. Send for oircular.

W . GEORGE,ROLAND RD., HANDSWORTH. BIRMINGHAM

Tn answ ering Advertisem ents please mention “ Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertise


A L L D E A L E R S should see our 12pp. Wholesale List of used and unused Stamps, Chead Sets. Variety Packets, Mounts, Continentals, and Stamp Albums. Post free on receipt of business card or memorandum.

E V E R Y COLLECTOR should possess our 68pp Retail List. “ The neatest and most interesting we have seen this year, bar none.”—Philatelic Chronicle.) Fu ll of bargains in Sets, Packets, Albums, and single Stamps. Gratis and post free on application.

W E AR E B U Y E R S , at all times, of large Wholesale Stocks, Remainders, &c., &c., to any amount, at low prices, FOR PR O M PT C ASH O N LY . jn

ERRINGTON & MARTIN.SOUTH HACKNEY, LONDON, N.E.

G. SENDER & CO, SHIBA, TOKIO,. . . JAP AN .

SPECIAL OPPER.JA PA NE SE STAM PS.

16, 1872-6. & sen 10 20 sen (us d) ......................12, 1876*9, 5 rin 10 50 sen ,, ............13.1883*92, 5 rin to 1 yen ...............................6, 1894 and 1S96, Jubilee and War (u s ed )......................8, 1899-1900, 5 rin to 10 sen (used) ...8, „ surcharged " China11 or “ Corea " ............13, „ 5 rin 10 i yen (unused)...............................62, 1872*1900 ... ...................................................1,1900, Crown Prince's Nuptial issue, 3 sens car., unused

s. d.5 0i 8o 3 0 4 0 6 o 106 6

12 100 i*

Discounts: 10% for 10 sets; 15% for 50 sets; 20% for 100 sets. Term s: Nett Cash in advance.



cheap Approval Sheets. Discount, 4d. in 1/All good clear stamps. Lowest Prices.

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THE PHILATELIC ALMANACFor 1900. P rice 4d. Post free, 4}d.

PRINCIPAL CONTENTS.Calendar fo r the Year, with Cash Rulings, a page to a

month. This Diary is invaluable for keeping a record of Stamps bought, sold or exchanged. Table o f F o r e ig n & Colonial Mails with full po'tal information for the United Kingdom. Table o f Foreign Moneys. Catalogue o f Stamps tssued during 1899.—This will include all tne principal issusof the year appealing since the last A lmanac went to press, and the list will be brought as closely up to me end of November as possible. M arket P rices will be affixed to most of the stamps, thus making the list a reliable guide to the current values of the latest New Issues. To this list will be added a brief Review of the Stamp Markets during 1899, with a forecast of probable movements in 1900, compiled from various sources. Useful In form ation respecting the Philatelic Societies and Exchange Ciubs of the English speaking world, also the best and most reliable Stamp Journals and Works of Reference of Great Britain and America. The Common-Sense System o f Foreign Rem ittances. Methods o f Collecting Btamps. A variety of interesting articles and notes bearing


PHILATELIC PUBLISHING CO.,Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birm ingham .



S p i .k n d id Sto c k o p

URUGUAY, ARGENTINE, aid SOUTH AMERICAN Postage Stamps.



or Italian,

3STO DEALERS.References to good English houses given i f required, d

In answering Advertisements please mention “ Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertiser.”

T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R , lii


. . . P.O. BO* 11, ST. Y IN C H H T, W .I.

Baham as, i, 2|, 4, 6. i/-, 5I-Barbados, i, i , 1. s, s i, 5. fi, 8.10, 2/6Bermuda, i, I, s, 2j, 3 4, 6, 1 /-Grenada, i , 1, s, 2J, 3.6.8, i/-Gambia, J. 1, 2. 2i, 3, 4.8, >/-St. Lucia, A, 1,2, 2j, 4, 6. if-, 5/-Trin ldad , §. 1. 2, si, 4. 6, »/-, 5/-tu rk s Is lan d s ,4, 1, si, 4. 3, 6, t/-Leew ard Is lands, i, 1 , 24, 4. 6, 7, sI-Jam alc i. 4. 1. 2,24,3, 4, 6, 1/-. 2/-. 5/-Y lrg in Islands, 4,1, s j, 4, 6, 7. 1/-, 3.'-Brlttsh G u lina , 1, 2,4, 5,6, 8,12. 24,48,72,-96 cents.British Honduras, 1, 2,3,6,10,12. 23 cents

« O• o >1 &<5 C

>e

CURRENT IS S U E ST. V INCENT AT FACE V A LU E .

St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each 1/6. St. Vincent 5d. on 4d. maj and brown, each 5/ ; 4 for t6/-. St. Vincent 2id. on 4d, black

and brown, each 16/8 ; 4 for 60

All above stamps u n u s e d in mint condition.

Post Office Orders payable " Kingstown, St. Vincent "



Stam p Collectors subscribe to the largest Stamp M onth ly o f .Am erica

"The Philatelic West,”Only 25c. per year, with free exchange notice.

A D V E R T I S E R S IDo you want more business? Try an ad. in the 1

“ Philatelic West.” I t pays others, why not you ? Largest monthly magazine of the kind, in size and I circulation, and organ of the largest Society West of | the Miss. Largest field of all. Founded in 1895. 1 The only paper that had a register at the stamp ex- | hibit of the Omaha exposition, More advertisers stay than go away. Ad. space and subscriptions exchanged I for stamps. Send stamp for particulars.

Trial Ad. 2/- pgr inch. £1 a Page, with copy.

L. T. BRODSTONE,B u s in e s s M a n a g e r ,!

Box 60, SUPERIOR, NEB., U.S.A.(Exchanges unmounted Cam tra\Prints, Stam ps & Entires).

WANTED TO PUKOHASE.

South African W ar IssuesAlso obsolete ORANGES FREES STATES

Stamps, Postage, Fisoal or Telegraph.


V.R .I. Scamps, different printings, errors, &c., used and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients known to me—or satisfactory references.

W ALTER MORLEY,15, BROWNHILL GARDENS, CATFORD, SB

tfa

Everyone who sends a Subscription of SIXPENCE For the next 6 Issu es of The Advertiser will be allowed one advertisement undor W a n t s and O f f e r s not exceeding 24 words. Extra words at the usual rate of 4 a penny. I f the advertisement is required for three times, an extra amount equivalent to the

charge for one insertion must also be sent. Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

W e P R IN T and C IR C U L A T E Price-Lists, etc., for Dealers, and Save 75% of PostageThe Publishers of the P .C .& A . and Advertiser will send out 1,000 circulars to Philatelists with The Advertiser for 10,- To post 1,000 circulars costs £2 Is. 8d. We save you

£ 1 I la . 8 d.AL L KINDS OF PR IN T IN G EXECUTED.

ESTIM ATES FREE.

HAVE YOU SEENthe n e w p lan ; P ostcard B ids ? a 10/- stam p

fo r 6 d. possibly . Send fo r circular.

W . GEORGE,RO LA N D RD., H A N D SW ORTH . B IR M IN G H A M

In answ ering Advertisem ents please mention “ Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertise

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iv. T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

sell Cheaper ?CHEAP. (IOO p f .= i m ark=./-). REAL.

For commands of 50 ink- 5%. 100 mk. 10%, 250 ink- 20% allowance.Per 10. 100 1000 Per 10 100 ICOO

Argentine, € sorts assorted 1.10 1. 9. Hungary, 1881,10 kr .40 3.5OAustria, 2850-63 .20 1.60 X5. „ „ 20 kr *45 4*

.. I 8b7 r. •5 *35 3* „ 1888, 1 kr .25 2.11 X88J , „ •5 -35 3* ., 8 kr -25 2. 18.,, 1890, 2 kr .15 x.< „ „ 12 kr •as 2. l8.♦> » 3 » .15 1.25 , 15 kr *35 3*. . . t. 5 - .5 .40 „ 24 kr -*5 1.40 12.1. .1 10 „ .25 2. .................. ..... kr .60 5.

12 „ .40 3.50 - 50 kr .25 2. 18.... „ *5 .. -25 2. •• *5 .30 2.53 24.

XS9L24.1 .70 6 50 - -. 3fl 2 40 22-t. .. 30 -25 2. „ 1898, 3 kr .30 2.

1900, 5 .. .70 6. „ „ 10 kr .60 5... xo „ .15 , „ 20 kr 1.10 IO.»» 11 20 »» *75 °-50 „ 1900, tk .70 6.,, „ assorted .50 4. it ,1 ik ?5° 4-,. Newspaper Tax stamps .. » 3k .50 4-„ 1863,1 kr 2. 15* i. - 4k 1.60 15-„ 1867, x kr .15 1.25 .. „ 5k .60 5*m 1900.2 g ■75 ?* „ - «k .60 5„ 1878, i-2 kr 1. 8. „ .. 10k 13 *•H Lombardy assorted .30 2.50 22, „ .. 15k 1.40 12,

Bavaria, 5 sorts assorted .15 1.20 .. ii 30k 3* *3*Belgium, 6 kinds .15 1. 1. .. 5<>k 1 25 11.

,. 1893,1C .20 1.20 ,, ,, 60k .90 8,»> .. 5C .25 2. ,, „ t koron 2.50 20.

- «i ♦» 10c .20 I.50 ,, Journal, 2fr 70 6.Bosnia, 1879, ikr .25 2. „ Newspaper, 1874, ik I. 9.

M 2 kr 40 3 „ x-888, xk .25 2.lr 3 *i .40 3. ,, Tax, 1874, xk 1.10 10it 51‘ .50 4.50 Italy, 10 kinds, assorted .15 1.251. xo .15 I 25 IO.5O tax „ 60 5.„ 20 ,, .60 5- Netherlands, assorted .25 2.„ iooo, 0 kinds ass’td .60 5. 45. „ better, assorted X- 9„ 10k «5 >■ 9- „ 1899, ill Jubilee 4 50 ,40

Bulgaria, 13 kinds assorted .13 I. 8. Newfoundland, 10 kinds 1. 8.50 80.10,000 75s. New Zealand, 1898, ip 3.10 20.

Canada, 1898, tc green ■So 3. .. .. ap 2-30 22 50,, 2c purple 70 C.25 Persia, 13 kinds, assorted ■75 6. 56-,, 2c carmine .60 5. Portugal, assorted .50 4.50„ 2c maps ,40 3-®° Jt- Roumania, 1879, assorted 1,60 14.

Dutch Indies, assorted .15 1. §? Russia, 7 kinds, assorted .13 2.Finland, assorted ■ 50 4 J0 „ better assorted .50 4.50Germany, itSo, topf .80 „ 1 Rubel 4 50 40-

„ 1889,3pt 1. „ Levant, 8 kinds.. 5Pf- .80 assorted .70 6.

Greece, 13 kinds assorted .13 1.10 10. Servia, 10 kinds .12 1. 8.Hungary, 1876, 3 kr .80 7- Spain, assorted •5° 4-

„ i88t, 5 kr .10 .60 Switzerland, assorted

Prices in Marks and Pfenigs-Per i o i c j o i o o o

Switzerland, 1862, 7-10 kinds 140 12.50 20-25 kinds better

assorted ... x. 9.Turkey, 1891, assorted 1.5014.

,, 1892.5 kinds .90 S-,, 1892, Provisorien

assorted, 4 kinds .30 2.75 25.CHEAP 8 E T I OF &TAHPB.

Aro. iwS it. Sets tO J00 WOO

*76 Central America 24. 220.10 Greece j .8o 17.10 Portugal 8. 70.3 Roumania, 50,1,2 leu 30. 260.15 Hungary, 1888. t*3k 3.60 35. 3257 „ 1900, 1-25 5. 42.13 «. .. kr 6.50 450.*175 Cei tral America, I

part in 5, to pesovalue ............ 150.

10 Bosnia 2-50 21. 200.30 Sweden 3. 28.* too Central America 46. 350.too South America 36. 350.50 Cuba, Puerto Rico 28. 270. -

1000 Varieties stamps 17s* M . 2000 ,, 80a. Od.

J'£change des timbres rares suivant tous les boos catalogues, Les timbres communs ne sont accepts que par iooo pieces ou plus. Je puis donner en lehangc les timbres de tous pays, Iventuellement suivant manco-liste.— References : Tous les grands negociancs en timbres-poste.

Suche Tauschverbindung m. Samm- lero und Handlern. Acceptire bessere Briefmarken nach jedem Catalog. Gewohnliche nut pr. iooo oder mehr. Ich gebc im Tausch alle gewunschteo besseren und gewohnllehen Briefmarken der Well.

I exchange rare stamps after all better catalogues. Accept the commons only by 1000 or more. Give in exchange all stamps of every country, asked eventually after want list. My references are all the better dealers o f stamps

SZEKULA BELA, Budapest;P o s t a i i o k 2 0 9 , N e p s ^ i n t i d f l ; u t e z a 550*

LISTS FREE.Printed for the Publlsaers by Randall Brothers, Aston Cros9, Birmingham, S$plem ltr 1900.

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UNUSED COLONIAL STAMPS- TO CLEAR: St- Vincent, 5d. on 6d., 24a. on id ., 4d., 9d.. Jtc .; Canada, 4, 1, 2, 3, 5 cent ob-olete, 2c., Sc., Jubilee, &c. ; Tasmania. 24 on 9d. dark and ligh t blue, Gd octagonal, &c.; Mauritiiis Britannia and surcharged &c ; N a ta l 4d. on 6d , 4d. on Id ., &c.; S Australia, 2Jd. on 4d. & c ,; Grenada & Trinidad, old t y p e ; Oil Rivers; Turks Island, 6d. and r<d.; Queensland, secret watermark, burclc, k c . ; Zululand, Leeward Isles 7d.; S e y c h e l le s U o . on 16c. and vaiious others, N.S-W. 3d- wink. 10, &c., Ac. A ltogether 120 unused and scarce colon ial stamps for 2 5 - while they last. W- GEORGE, Roland Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.


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SAMPLES OF SPECIAL MOUNTS FREE ON APPLICATION.

CALL OR^SENDJVANT LIST.Sol* Address: 61, CHEAPSIDE, LONDON, ENG.

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ii. T H E PHT L A T E LTC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

WANTED TO PURCHASE ALFRED SMITH & SON’S

South African W ar Issues MONTHLY CIRCULAR,(46th Year of Publication).

Also obsolete O R AN G E F R E E S TA T E StampB, Postage, Fiscal or Telegraph.

All Selections must be sent on approval and juices quoted and will receive prompt attention

V .R .I. Stamps, different printings, errors, &c., used and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients known to me—or satisfactory references.

W ALTER MORLEY,

Contains a full and illustrated description of all new issues.

ANNUAL .SUfJSeRIPTfON,


of the World.

15, BROWNHILL GARDENS, CATFORD, S Etfn 37 S 39. E m Street, LONDON, W.C.

W. C. PROUDFOOT, (Member t.P.U.) OUR LA T E S T NOVELTY. . . P .O . BOX 11, S T . V IN C E N T , W .I .

Baham as, i, ai, 4, 6. 1/-, 5f-B arbados, i , 1,1.3,24, 5, 6, 6,10, 2/6Berm uda, 4, 1, 3,24, 3,4,6,1 (-Grenada, 4,1 ,2. 34, 3,6.8, ii-Gam bla, 4 ,1,2, 24, 3 .«. 6. .hH . Lucia, 4,1,2, 24, a, b. 1/-, 5/-T rln ldad , 4,1,2.24,4,6,1 5/-Turka Islands, 4,1.24.4.3.6 ,1/-Leaward Islands, 4. <• 4 4, 6, 7. l l : it-Jam aica. 4,1, 2,24,3,4,6. •/-. 2/-, 5/-Y lrg ln Islands, 4,1,24, 4> 6, 7, ■/-, 5/-Brltlab Outana, 1.2,4, 3,6.8,12, 24.48. 72,96 cents.British H onduras, 1,2,3.6,10,12, 23 cents

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COBKEHT IBBUE 8T. YIH CEBT AT FACE Y A LD E .

St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each 1/6. St- Vincent sd. on 4d. maj and brown, each 3/. 4 for 16/-. St. Vincent 24d. on 4d. black

and brown, each 16 J8 ; 4 for 60 (-.

For philatelists, is a ruled approval book, which is absolutely ~ the finest in the trade.

1st.—Each book is ruled to bold 120 stamps (on one side o f tbe paper only), and is printed on bank paper.

2nd.—Each book is bonna in a strong artistic cover, printed in colour.

3rd.—Each book will fit an ordinary envelope without folding. 4th.—Each book contains tbe usual Instructions printed In

the E nglish . French, and German Languages, a feature only to be found In our books.

FOURTH EDITION. HOW READY.12 for 8d . ; 28 for 1(2; SO for 2s . ; 100 for 3s. Od. Carriage paid

'' he nth edition o f our celebrated ruled sheets is now ready.Each sheet is ruled (on finest bank paper) to hold 60 stamps,

usual rules and space for your name and address. aj, 6d.; 50. r id . ; 100, is. 6d ; 230, 3s. 6d.; 500.6s ; 1,000,1 is. C a rn a g e paid.

A f pec mien book and sheet post free for id. stamp only.Foreign orders must be accompanied by id. is the is. extra, to


A ll above stamps unused in mint condition.

Post Office Orders payable " Kingstown, St. Vincent."

Postage and Registration free for orders over £ 3 .

Ha notice whatever taken o f exchange len d in g !.

ARTHUR MONTBITH & CO.,Philatelic Dealers & Publishers

14, Chester Green Road, DERBY.Established 1585.

In answering Advertisem ents please mention 1 P h ila te lic Chronicle and Advertiser.”


P h i l a t e l i c C fp p o n ie l e : & T ^ c U 'e r t i g e pAND P H IL A T E L IC T IM E S.

P u b l is h e d M o n t h l y .

S u b s c r ip t io n , 1/6 p e r A nnum. Subscriptions commence with current number. Back numbers of Vols. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V II ,

and V I I I , 6d.Specimen, Id. Odd numbers of Vol. IX , 2d. each. Back Nos. of the Advertiser 2/6, for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and


A D V E R T IS E M E N T S .2/- per Inch. Lim it, 8 Lines to the inch.

L i b e r a l d i s c o u n t f o r a s e r ie s .Unused English Stamps accepted in payment to


for one penny, three insertions at the price of two. The Advertiser is the best medium for short Advertisements of wants and offers.


ence to those of any other value. Money from abroad must be remitted by Postal Order, Notes or Unused stamps at current rate of exchange.

Unused stamps need not be of one country, but M UST be undamaged. Cheques should be crossed “ National Provincial Bank of England.”

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments.Voi. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V III , bound, cloth

gilt, Post-free...............................................6/-V L I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , Unbound 5/- Vol. V II I , Bound, 3/-; Unbound, .. ... 2/-

Communications must bo addressed to T h e P h il a t e l ic Ch r o n ic l e a n d A d v e r t is e r ,”

Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.All Articles are Copyright,


Subscriptions to the “ Advertiser” are entitled to one Advertisement of 24 words. Subscription 6d. for 6 issues, post free.


October, 1900.

CONTENTS.

E d i t o r i a l ....................................C h r o n ic le .........................................Postman's Knock ......................E a r ly Canada Pence Issues : ............Am erican Stam p Meets ............Birm ingh am Philatelic Siciety Society He f o r t s ............ ... ...

T h e P h i la te l ic C h ro n ic le In addition to its very large circle of Subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Exchange and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation of each and every issue is 1,003.

I N the ordinary coarse of things the ninth volume of the Philatelic Chronicle finished with its September issue, but it has

been decided to make that volume current until December, and to commence a new volume with January. Several considerations have influenced this resolve, besides which October is an awkward time to commence a volume. October once marked the commencement of the philatelic season, but even that slight recommendation has now lost its value. W e have considered the advisableness of this procedure for some time, but circumstances were not favourable. Now, however, we have several improvements in contemplation which require time for consideration, and so it has been decided to begin the new, and we hope, greatly improved, volume of the Philatelic Chronicle with the new century.

The Birmingham Philatelic Society held its annual meeting on October 4th, and a satisfactory report was again presented. The President, Mr. W . T, W ilson, was unable to accept office for another year, to the great regret of the members. In M r. W ilson the Society had a President worthy of every confidence, and one whose name is well-known and respected throughout the philatelic world. During the long time he acted as president, his profound knowledge of philately in its most scientific aspect was freely drawn upon for the benefit of the Society, and the members owe a big debt of gratitude to him for his services. M r. R ichard H ollick was chosen by the meeting to fill the vacant office

P a g e .... 97. . . 9S ... 99...too...101...10/...m

• V 'T H E . RH Tt.ATELTC C H B O N IC E E A N D .AJDVERTISEB..,

Wes WANTED TO PURCHASE.

Also obaolete O R AN G E F R E E ST A T EStamps, Postage, Fiscal or Telegraph.

Ull Selections must be sent on approval and prices ■quoted and- will 'receive prompt attention

• VJRuI..Stamps, different printings, errors, &C., used.and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients

: felown to m s—or satisfactory references, -

W ALTER W ORLEY,16, BRO W N H ILL GARDENS, OATFORD, B E

tfi)

DU:# W. C. PROUDFQOT, (Member I.P.U.)

P .O . B o x 11, S T . V IN C E N T , W . I .

—. 4, 6. iKi/ros, i , i , i. a, ai, 5. 6. 8,10, 2/6

mods, 4, 1, a, a4, 3. 4,6, r/- Ulda,i; 1, *,114,3,6,8, lb . ibia,L i„e, 4 , 3, 4,6. .

lineUb 4,1,2, *i, 4. 6 . </•, 5/- _m d*d, 1 ,1 ,3,4 ,4 ,6 ,1/-, 5/-

r i r h Islands, *, 1, 24, 4,5,6, t/■

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» r d Islands, 4, t, aj, 4, 6, v, i/-, 5/- iatea.4, j , 1 , 14,3,4,6, (/-■ a/-, 5/-

i liland.i.4,1,4 . 6. 7.»/-, si:T v l f i i b Q n lana,t, 3,4, 5,6,8,11, 34,48. 72196 tent*.

Jteitfsfa Honduras, 1,2,3,6,10,12, 25 cents

CURKEBT I88UB S T .V IH CBHT AT FACE YSLUE.

Vfoceat iJ. VStall Lon, each 1/6. St. Vincent jd. on 4d. maj w' Snd.br;owr, each 5/; 4 for i 6/-. St. Vincent t^d. on‘ 44. black

. and brown, eacb 16/8; 4 for (jot, ■■

All above stamps u nu sed In mint condition,

. . Past Office Orders payable "Kingstown, St. Vincent.1

Postage and Registration free for'orders over £3.

notice w hatever taken o f exchange sendings.

AiFRED SMITH AISON’S

{26th Year o f Publication);

Contains a full and. illustrated description of all new issues-

ANNUAL SU&SQRIPTfON,


of the World.

37 & 39. Essex Street, LONDON, W.C.OUR LA T E S T N OVELTY

For philatelists, is a ruled approval book, which is absolutely ' the finest in the trade.

1st.—Each book is ruled to hold 120 stamps (on one^side o f ,the paper only), and is printed on bank paper.

-Each book Is bondd in a strong'artistic covet, printed, in colour.

tnd;

3rd,—Each book will fit an ordinaryenveiope without folding. 4th.—Each book contains the usual instructions printed In

the BngJlsh. French, and German Languages, feature only to be toand in our tooke.

FOURTH RDITIOH.NpW READY. ' —

111 for 8d-; 25 for 1/8 J SO fcr So.; 100 for 3s. 8d. Carriage paid1 he nth edltloiv of onr celebrated ruled sheets Is cow ready.Each sheet isju led (on finest bank paper) to hold'60.stamps,

nanal rules and space for, your name and address. 23, 6d.; 50, lid .; loo, IS. 6d ; 259, 3s. 6q.; 500. Cs i.ooo, 'IIS. C a rriage paid,

A speuiineo book and sheet-post Eceefor id. stamponly.Foreign orders most he accompanied by id, in theis/extra, to

defray cost of increased postage,

ARTHUR MONTBITH ft CO.,Philatelic Dealers &■ Publishers

14, Chester Cireeu Road, DERBY.Established 1585.

In answering; Advertisements please mention ‘ Philatelic Chronicle and Advertiser,’*'

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P h i l a t e l i c C ^ p o n i c l e & K c l t f e p t i g e pAND P H IL A T E L IC T I l iE S .

P ublished Monthly.S u b s c r ip t io n , 1/6 p e r A n n u m .

Subscriptions commence with current number, Back numbers of Vole. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V II ,

and V I I I , 6d.Specimen, Id. Odd numbers of Vol. IX , 2d. each. Back Nos. of the Advertiser 2/6, for 1,2, 3,4, 5, and


A D V E R T IS E M E N T S ,21- per Inch. Lim it, 8 Lines to the inch.

L i b e r a l d i s c o u n t f o r a s e r i e s .Unused English Stamps accepted in payment to



Subscriptions and advertisements must be prepaid. Halfpenny Stamps should always be sent in prefer


Unused stamps need not be of one country, but M UST be undamaged. Cheques should be crossed “ National Provincial Bank of England.”

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments.Vol I , I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , bound, cloth

gilt, PoBt-free............................................... 6/-V l I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V I I I , Unbound 5/- Vol. V I I I , Bound, 3/-; U nbound, .. ... 2/-

Communications must be addressed to The Philatelic Chronicle a n d Advertises,”




All communications for the nest issue should reaoh us by the T enth of the Month at latest. We cannot guarantee insertion if received after that date.

O c t o b e r , 1900.

Page............97............ 98............ 99...........100... ...101........ .101... ...101

T h e P h i la te l ic C h ro n ic le i n addition to its very largo OlTOle of Subscribers, Is sent to all the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Exchange and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being the Official Journal of these Societies, The guaranteed minimum circulation of each and every issue la 1,009.

I N the ordinary course of things the ninth volume of the Philatelic Chronicle finished with its September issue, but it has

been decided to make that volume current until December, and to commence a new volume with January. Several considerations have influenced this resolve, besides which October is an awkward time to commence a volume. October once marked the commencement of the philatelic season, but even that slight recommendation has now lost its value. W e have considered the advisableness of this procedure for some time, but circumstances were not favourable. Now, however, we have several improvements in contemplation which require time for consideration, and so it has been decided to begin the new, and we hope, greatly improved^ volume of the Philatelic Chrenicle with the new century.

V- *<vt

The Birmingham Philatelic Society held its annual meeting on October 4th, and a satisfactory report was again presented. The President, M r. W . T . W ilson, was unable to accept office for another year, to the great regret of the members. In M r. W ilson the Society had a President worthy of every confidence, and one whose name is well-known and respected throughout the philatelic world. During the long time he acted as president, his profound knowledge of philately in its most scientific aspect was freely drawn upon for the benefit of the Society, and the members owe a big debt of gratitude to him for his services. Mr. R ichard H ollick was chosen by the meeting to fill the vacant office

OOHTEB

E d ito ria l ......................C h r o n ic le ......................Postman's Knock E a r ly C anada Pence linns | A m erican Stam p Meets B irm in gh am Philatelic S t d e fy S o c ie ty K e p o rts .............

93 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H RO NICLE AN D A D V E R TISE R .

— undoubtedly the best choice possible— and we hope M r. H ollick will long be able to keep the position, and aid the Society with his extensive and varied experience of things philatelic.

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At the annual meeting 7 he Stamp Collector was chosen as official organ for the season 1900-1901. The Philatelic Chronicle has been the official journal since the foundation of the Society, and to that paper, and Mr. G. Johnson, the Secretary, is due the success achieved. As, however, three members voted for the Collector, and only two for the Chronicle, the former was chosen. Members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society who wish to receive the Chronicle, are requested to send subscriptions in the ordinary manner. For the remaining numbers of Volume IX . six. pence will be charged— two shillings will cover subscription until December, 1901, and include the whole of Volume X.

sjeColonial and foreign readers are requested

to note that the new Directory is to be published in November. The publishers hope to include a large number of colonial and foreign advertisements, for there can be no better medium possible, as the Directory is kept for constant reference until another is published. Every advertiser receives a copy free. All advertisements and remittances to be sent to the Philatelic Publishing Co., Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

CHRONICLE.

COREA.—Messrs. Whitfield King Bay: "We have just received some more of the new stamps, which are now used for International postage,

as our package was franked with them. The 2 and 3 cheun you may have already chronicled, but we send the whole set, as issued to date. The 2 re stamp is

the lowest value ; there are 10 re to a cheun, 100 of the latter being the equivalent of a Japanese yen or 2/-. One poon is equal to 2 re. These new stamps are engraved and printed at Seoul.

The four stamps of 1896, which are printed at Washington, were in 1897 surcharged with native characters in red, signifying ‘Tai Han,” a symbol adopted by the Emperor to designate the Empiro of Corea, in lieu of the old style “ Tjyo Sen.” We send you a set of these, which although issued three years ago, have only just been discovered by philatelists. Some of these were on our letter, so they cannot be questioned.”

FRENCH CHINA AND MOROCCO.—The 2fr. has been surcharged for both these places.

Adhesives.. 2fr. brown on azure.2 pesetas on 2fr. brown on azure.

FRENCH ZANZIBAR.—The 2fr. has also appeared surcharged 20 anna6 for use in the French Post Office here, and the Monthly Circular states that the 10c. card is now surcharged in red instead of black.

Adhesive, 20an. on 2 fr. brown on azure.Postcard. Ian. on 10c. black on green.

QREEOE.—This is the latest oountry to adopt the surcharge. The 25o. blue, small head of Mercury, in various shades, has bren surcharged in black ” 20 lepta ” in two lines, the word ” lepta ” is of course in Greek characters. We understand that the 20o. rose of the same issue will receive the surcharge “ 25 lepta,” and the 40 lepta violet will be put up to 1 drachma by the same process. So far wo nave only received the following:—Adhesives. 20Jep. on 25 lep.

20 „2020202020

blue, perf. 11$,„ ., and imperf.

on one side,,, imperf.

deep blue, perl 11£,„ imperf.

ultramarine, perf. 11$.and

imperf. on one side.20 „ „ ultramarine, imparl

ORANGE R IV E R COLONY.—The 6d. rose with the “ V .R .I.” overprint is said to exist in the second type with raised stops. We have seen the 4d. in this second type,' and so list it below. We have not hitherto chronicled any of the "V .R .I .7 postcards, though they were issued about the same time as the stamps. The first set were overprinted in type similar to that on the adhesives, but the $d. and Id. single and reply were subsequently issued with surcharge in capitals of a smaller type (sans-serif). Mr.J. W. Jones has shown ns the full set; with the exception of the l$d. on 2d, (adhesive) with raised stops after the letters V.R.I.” ; the one Mr, Jones submits to us has three stops on a level with the foot of the letters like all the other cards. The list given below,

99t it lE P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

is, we believe, a complete one of (he cards.— P.J.G.B.Surcharge the same as on the adhesives.

Postoards. id . on Jd. rose.id . on id . x id . on id . green.Id. on Id. orange.Id. on Id . x Id. on Id. brown, lid . in black on 2d. mauve.

Surcharge with raised stops.l id . in black on 2d. mauve.

Surcharge in sans serif capitals. id . on id . rose.|d. on id . x id . on id . green.Id . on Id. orange.Id. on Id. x Id. on Id. brown.Adhesive. W ith raised stops.

4d. mauve.PE R S IA .— The M. J. states that the 5ch yellow on

white paper, of 1899, has been re-issued provisionally surcharged with an undecipherable rectangular device, partly covering two stamps ; and adds that they were issued owing to the stock of 5ch. on tinted paper having run short.

Adhesive. 5ch. yellow on white, violet surch.STR A ITS S E T T L E M E N T S — Perak.—A corres

pondent notifies three more provisionals, namely ' ‘ one cent ” on the 4c. and on the 5c„ current type, and “ T H R E E CENTS ” in two lines on 50o.

Adhesives, lo . on 4c. surcharge black.lc. ., 5c. „ ,,3c. ,, 50c. ,, „

U RU G U AY.— According to the Monthly Circular the lc . green of 1899 has appeared with the surcharge“ OFFICIAL."

Offioial Adhesive, lo. green, surcharge black.V E N E Z U E L A .— A new crop of surcharges has

made its appearance iu this Republic, for some values of which we are indebted to Messrs, Whitfield King & Co. The values from 50c. to 1 bol. have been changed in colour and surcharged " 1900 ” ; the three lower values 5, 15, and 25c. have received the same treatment, but a surcharge similar to the ' " Resellada,” one covers the Btamp as w e ll; but in- j stead of the initials R.F.M. (which is the Spanish way of writing R.T. M,, initials which stand for Ramon Tellos Mendoza, the Minister of the Interior and Finance), there is the signature of President Castro, filling the Bame space. The colours of the lower values have not been changed.—P.J.G.B,

Adhesives 5c. green, surcharge black.10c. vermilion, surcharge black.25o. blue „ ,,50o. yellow orange „ ,,lb . grey „ „3b. red-brown ,, ,,10b. red-oraDge ,, „20b, deep violet „ „

We also learn from L'Echo de la T. that the stamps of the “ Intrucolon ” series have also been ohanged in colour and surcharged “ 1900.”

Adhesives. 5c, orange, surcharge black.10c. blue „ „25c. violet ,, „50c. green „ ,,l b grey „3b. red-brown „ „20b. deep violet „ „

postcards, Ac.

HONG KONG.—Four envelopes have been issued here, with stamps of the same design, we presume, as the current adhesives.

Envelopes. 2c, green on white.4c. carmine ,,5c. lilac .,

10c blue „N E W ZE A LA N D .—We are shown a new envelope

impressed with a circular stamp. In the centre of the design is the Queen’s head, something similar to that on the ^d. black adhesive of this oolony. This is surrounded by a band on which appears the inscription

New Zealand Postige” above, and ‘ ‘ One Penny” bolow. The stamp is carmine, and the envelope is the ordinary square shape. The impression is embossed.

Envelope. Id. carmine on white.SE YC H E LLE S .—The M. J. has received the 8c.

envelope with the stamp surcharged “ six cents " in black.

Envelope. 6c. on 8o. carmine.


H E R E will be no " Notes on English ” this month. The following extract from Mr. Webb’s letter speaks for itse lf:—

" When I tell you that I am to be married on 20th inst., I need say little more to convince you that there can be no ‘ Notes on English” this month from me. Albeit, Notes on (Bank of) England to me are more iu the line of convenience.

Ju t before the wedding, mother,What a lot there is to buy."

Well, these things will happen, even in the best regulated families I Mr. W. S. W., T he P ostman looks towards yon—likewise bows I He wishes you good luck and njany of them I

* *•Members of the Birmingham Philatelio Society who

wish to receive the Philatelic Chronicle must subsoribe direct or join a sooiety to which it is official journal. The Postman feels sure that very many of those members who were introduced to the sooiety through this paper will continue to take it, and there must rr

100 TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AN D AD VE R TISE R ,

very many, also, who appreciate the opportunities offered by The Advertiser. The foreign members of the society especially have a grievance inasmuch as an important matter such as the offioial journal is settled by a mere handful on the spot without the body of members being asked to even express an opinion—or, in fact, giving them the opportunity of so doing even if they wished it.

* **The fact that another candidate for the position of

official journal was in the field was only made known a very few days before the annual meeting, and then only to a limited number of members A matter of such importance should not be left to the chance of a hole-and-corner meeting. It should be a question for all the members to decide as it 1b the only advantage — save the empty honour of membership —which many enjoy. Still, your Postman has nothing to do in the m atter! I f the members allow themselves to be led by the nose at the will of two or three it is their own fault 1

* *Penny postage to tho Antipodes is now only a

question of time. The New Zealand Government has taken the initiative and the rest of the oolonies must follow. By the manner in which New Zealand is amalgamating the islands in its near and remote neighbourhood it will soon be an epitomised empire itself, with its colonies and dependencies dotting the seaB for hundreds of miles around. In view ot the federation of the Australian colonies at the commencement of next year there is sure to be a boom in Australian stamps. A'ready prices are advancing while the cognoscenti are quietly accumulating big stocks preparatory for the rush.

* **Messrs. T. C. Hin & Co., the well-known Singapore

dealers have favoured me with their wholesale list of now and unused Asiatic stamps. I t would pay dealers to send for this. Messrs. Clarke & Co., Bushey, Herts., have similarly favoured your P o s t m a n , Messrs. Clark are too well-known to need any recommendation, but the last wholesale list has alterations which render it necessary for overy doaier to have a oopy.

E A R L Y C A N A D A P E N C E ISSU E S .

By J. B. Simpson.

TH E pence issues of Canada were manufactured by the firm of Rawdon, Wright, Hatch & Edson, of New York. They were engraved in taille

donee, the |d., 3d,, 6d., lOd. and 12d. printed in sheets of 100 stamps, ten rows of ten, the 7jd. in sheets of 120 stamps, ten rows of twelve. All the sheets had eight imprints on them, two at top and bottom, and two at eaoh Bide.

The designs are too well known to need description : the 12d. alone deserves a word in explanation of the way in whioh the value was expressed. Undoubtedly, this was done intentionally, as though It was intended for a one shilling stamp, yet it could not be called that, as there were a number of shillings of different values in circulation in the colony. I f the stamp had been lettered “ one shilling ’’ the post office was liable to have tendered for it 6£d , 7hi., lOd. or 12d , according to loeality. To obviate this, the value was expressed as “ twelve pence’ ’ leaving no room for error.

I f the papers and shades of this series of stamps are thoroughly studied, there are more varieties than in all the other British North American stamps put together.

Some of the variations are as follows: |d.—1 mm in length and the asms in breadth ; in the 3d.—f mm. in length by £ mm. in width ; in the 6d.— J mm. in length by J mm. in width; in the 7£d.— mm. in length and the same in breadth; and in the 10d.—J mm. in length by 1 mm. in breadth.

T his P e r f o r a t e d S e r ie s .

I t is an open question whether these stamps were delivered to the Canadian P ,0 , Department in a perforated condition or not. The manufacturers arc unable to throw any light on the subject; and while there is muoh to be said in favour of their having perforated the stamps, there are points against it almost as strong.

In favour of it there is the fact that, at the date these stamps were issued, it was probable that a firm like the manufacturers would have perforating maohines. The normal gauge of the perforated set is 12, that being the only size of perforation ever used by the manufacturers or their successors, the American Bank Note Co.—indeed they call 12 their standard and only gauge.

On the other hand, we find there are perforated stamps of the first series issued viz., the 6d. on laid paper; also that there exist two different varieties of perforation that were never used by the makers, viz., one gauging 14, and another 13.

I t may be that the stamps were sent to Canada in an imperforate condition, and that the P.O. Department had them perforated, either buying a perforating machine, or entrusting them to some manufacturers of stationery. Perforations 13 and 14 may have been experimental, as they are rare. There always remains the query why the 7Jd, and lOd. were not treated in the same manner, and to this no answer can be given. Probably the safest theory to advance is that the .12 gauge was the official one used by the manufacturers, and that the 13 and 14 wore the result of private enterprise by people using large quantities of stamps, and they may possibly ante-date the regularly per-


foratod issue. This point can only bo settled by copies being found on the original covers.

N umbers I ssued.The total number of each value issued is as follows :

£d.3d.6d.7£d. lOd.12d.

This includes the perforated

3,389,9603,528.700

402,90082,110

151,5001,510

series.

A M E R IC A N S T A M P M E E T S .

CT*HE annual stamp meets were held at Milwaukee, 1 August 27th to 30th, and were the largest yet

held, almost two hundred members being present. All the societies meet next year at Buffalo, in the week of August 20th, 1901, during the Pan- American Exposition and hope to see a good number of foreign members and collectors present.

The following is a list of officers elected at Milwaukee :—

American P hilatelic Association.—President : G. Toppan, Racine, W is.; Vice-Presidents : P. M. Wolsieffer, C. E. Severn, S, Leland, all of Chicago; Secretary : H. E. Deats, Flemington, N.J.

Sons op Philatelia.—President : S. Miller ; Vice-President: J. S, Davis; Secretary: J. Dodge, Oxford, Pa.

P h il a t e l ic S ons o f A m e r ic a (largest Society o f U S .A .).—President: L Brodstone. Superior, Neb.; Vice-President: W . F . Schad; Secretary: C. W. Kissinger, Reading, P a . ; Treasurer: W . Barnum.

It w ill pay readers of the Philatelic Chronicle to join the above. The American representative of the paper will procure applioation blanks and send full particulars for postage.

L . T. B r o d s to n e .

B I R M I N G H A M P H I L A T E L I C

S O C IE T Y .

TH E annual meeting was called for October 4th, 8 p.m. At the time appointed four members, representing the enthusiasm of the Society,

were present. A few minutes later a fifth appeared and then came vice-President Holiick who promptly took the chair and commenced business.

Formal matters, such as reading minutes, having been concluded, the eleotion of officers was proceeded with, A letter from Mr. W, T. Wilson, the president, was read, in whioh he declined re-election. The grounds for Mr. Wilson’s retirement were not made very dear, but the meeting was given to understand

that the want cf i iL iu the Society was a considerable factor—the attendance at meetings having averaged something like three or four. This annual meeting, in comparison, was a huge success—the mystic number, seven, being made up ere the finish by the appearance of the second vice-president.

Well, the members proceeded to the election of officers with great vigour. The Honorary President, Mr. W. B. Avery, was unanimously chosen, and then the devoted seven proceeded to elect one another to the remaining offices with considerable effect One unfortunate, however, was unable to find a place. A determined efiort to make room for him by ousting an old committee-man, Mr. W. S. Vaughton, was unsuccessful. The committee-man, it appeared, had been very remiss and had not attended a single committee meeting during the year I At the assertion of this awful fact the meeting looked sad but determined. Somehow, though, the statement lost a lot of weight when, upon pressure being exerted by Mr. Walton, it transpired that only a single committee meeting had been held— and that only a few days previous, at which it seemed only one of the committee was present. Consequently the meeting proceeded to elevate itself upon the “ Friend-go-up- higher " prinoiple— Mr. Holiick was raised from Vice to full President, Mr. Peck was raised from committee- man to Vice-president and Mr. Walton was raised to the honourable status of committee-man.

The accounts were audited at express speed by the lightniDg auditors—Messrs. Margoschis and Walton— who signed their names with considerable celerity— evidently thinking that the figures might bite if not disposed of at cnce. A slight revision of the rules was made, and the report of the Auction Committee and Secretary adopted and then the meeting proceeded to its most important function—the choosing of an official organ.

The Philatelic Chronicle had been the official journal of the Society from the start and its usefulness was acknowledged by the secretary, especially as a means of securing new members by reason of its wide circulation— it may be said en passant that over 50% of the membership was secured by this means — but the members present had been assiduously canvassed by the proprietor of The Stamp Collector, and to good effect as was evident from the start.

Consequently when it came to voting, the two principal officials declined, and the responsibility was thrown upon the shoulders of the three other members present-not inoluding the representatives of the two papers. Mr. T. W. Peck held a brief for the Collector. True, he could say nothing in its favour as an appurtenance of philately but he considered very highly its ornamental cover and the superiority of the paper employed in its construction. This ornamental cover caused great excitement I A society like the Birmingham is naturally superior to other conditions—the ornamental cover and nothing

102 T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N lC lfc A& D A D V E R T IS E ^ .

but the ornamental cover would suit I Mr, Peck was anxiously determined to have the voting by ballot, and, having carried that point, ho pressed his case home with the impassioned words “ Consider the appearance of the two papers! " and, the glamour of that ornamen nl cover intoxicating their senses, the members decided for the <'o lector by the overwhelming majority of three votes to two fifty per cent moro voting for the Collector than for the Chronicle. The voting was by ballot Possiuly Mr. Peck repented at the last moment and voted for the Chronicle, but if not he has the proud satisfaction of knowing that his vote represents the wishes of a society numbering two hundred and forty-nine—of whom five had a voice in the matter I

The President and Sicretary presumably know their own business best—but responsible officiuls are usually supposed to be elected to conserve the interests of a society aud prevmt coups such as this. The arguments put forward by the proprietor of the Collector when canvassing them must have been sptcially rolcnt—for Mr. Johnson expressed his strong adherence to the Chronicle in the meeting and Mr. Hollick was one of its founders ten years ago, while both have always received its ungrudging support in every possible way — but enough, next year, in the absence of the pet picture book of anv member, a nicely illustrated edition of Jack the Giant Killer will be proposed as the official journal. This will probably meet with the approval of the m ajority-w ith a pretty illuminated cover, in fact, it is certain to bo chosen ! I t was decided to hold two auctions during the coming session. At other meetings great attractions are offered. Mr. Avery will display part of his collection on November Gtb. Mr. W. Pimm will discourse upon and show his own stamps of WeRt Indies on January 3rd, and Mr. Hollick gives a display of South Australia on April 4th. The auctions are on December 6th and February 14tb, and will be held at the Great Western Hotel


The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to

members of the Exchange—thus reducing the subscrip'ion to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E .t but most clubs are satisfied with from 12V to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March packets totalled over £491. Good stamps at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed Good references are iudispensiblo. Members joining now are free until Jan ary 1st, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if their references are satisfactory, ltules and ail information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.

The Bristol and Clifton Philatelic Society.— This society held their first meeting for the season on Thursday evening, the 4th inst,, at the society’s room, 42, Cotham H ill, when Messrs. P. J. Lloyd and R Dalton exhibited vory fine collections of New South WaleB, including 1st plate Sydney views, and down to the present date in their various sorts and sizes, all extremely fine stamps. Mr. Lloyd’s exhibit a'so contained a full re-constructed plate of perforated registration stamps, all of which were much appreciated by the members present. The attendance was not as large as the display deserved, but possibly the election may have had a prior claim on some of the members.

F R E E ! F R E E !! F R E E 1! i500 Stamp Mounts to all applicants for one of our

cheap Approval Sheets. Discount, 4d. in If- All good clear stamps. Lowest Prices.

THE NORTHERN STAMP CO.,GREAT HO R TO N , BRADFORD, YORKS.

Mention this Paper, tfn

USf* Special South African Bargains !P O P U L A R S E T S . P I C K E D C O P I E S . s. d.

Orange Free State, 10 Varieties, including surcharges .. .. .. . . S OOrange River Colony, 10 Varieties, including Thick V.’s and rare 4d. .. .. . . 7 0Transvaal Republic, including Provisionals, 24 Varieties ........................ .. . . 6 0British South Africa, iucluaitig First Issue, 12 Varieties .. .. .. .. . . 3 0Transvaal Y.R.I., Set jd. to 1'- ........................ ..........................................................4 6

CaBb w ith Order For th is Month only.

J O H N W . - I O N R S . 61, OHEAPSIDE, LONDON

TH E P H IL A T E L IC CH RO NICLE AND AD V E R TISE R . 103

CLARKE & CO..Bushey, Watford.

Argentine, 1890, 5 cents, rose Borneo, 1897, 1 cent

n n 2 ,,)i »i ,,

♦China, 1898, £ cent♦ 1» i» A ii

>» i» ^ ii♦Congo French, 2c. oblong* ipII u* 5c. „•Crete, 1900, 1 lept, brown* „ 5 „ green* ,, 10 ,, carmine‘ Djibouti, 2c. oblongF iji, Id, 2d.Foochow, J, 1 cont

•Guatemala, 1900, 1 cent, green* ii ii ^ ii rose •Gwalior, 3 pies, red •Hayti, 1899 head, 1 cent* 9i> ti i» A ii* 3II II ii 9 >•* t» ii wins, 1 ,,* 2 ♦Honduras, 1878*1895, *20 kindsJamaica, 1900, Jubilee la L&buan, 1897, 1 cent

ii ii ^ i*ii ti ^ i>

♦Liberia, 1900, 1 cent* eii ii •* iiNew Zealand, 1900, Jd:, green

„ ,, Id ., rose ..„ „ 2d., violet

•Nicaragua, 1882-97, 33 kinds, equal . •Orange State, V .R .I., $d.* it ii Id.* 2d.* „ „ Sd.* „ on Cape 2Jd.•Salvador, 1890-97, 33 kinds, equal

A ll those marked * are

equal —

Per it Per loos. d. s. d.0 2 1 30 • 5 2 90 9 4 01 0 6 31 4 10 00 3 1 80 6 3 31 4 10 00 4 2 30 7 4 60 9 5 60 3 1 30 9 5 91 6 11 60 6 3 91 0 7 60 5 3 30 5 2 60 9 5 00 5 2 90 8 5 01 0 7 61 3 10 00 5 3 00 10 6 0

3 00 6 3 60 5 2 90 9 4 01 0 6 31 4 10 00 8 5 01 3 9 60 5 3 00 4 2 00 5 3 0

3 01 0 7 01 8 13 03 0 24 04 63 9

3 0unused.. 1

- Per i2p. d.

Pers.

IOOd.

•Shanghai, 1 cent .. 0 2 i 0* „ i „ .. 0 3 i 6* »» 2 .. .. 0 4 2 0

.. 0 6 3 0• „ Post Due, I oent .. 0 3 1 6* n 2 .. 0 4 2 0- „ „ 5 .. .. Sirmoor, head, 3 pics ..

.. 0 6 3 0

.. 0 6 4 0,, elephant, 3 pies .. 0 C 4 0

•Soudan 1 m i l ........................ .. 0 6 3 9• ,, 2 ,, 10 6 0Tasmania, 1900, Id,, 2d. . . 0 7 4 0

•Transvaal, V .li.L , id ................. . . 1 0 7 0* „ id ................. . . 1 8 13 0* „ 2d................. .. 3 0* „ 2i<J............... . . 3 9* „ 3d................. .. 4 6•Vtnezueia, map, 5 cents .. 0 6 3 6* ,, ,, 10 25 cents .. .. 0 8 4 6Zanzibar, 1899, 1 anna, used .. .. 0 9 6 0

II ll 1 II II •• .. 1 6 12 0

SETS.

•Alexandria, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 cents ..

Doz. sets s. d.

- . 2 3Borneo, 1897, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6. 8 , * 5 6

•Crete, 1900, 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 .. v „ 15 0Guatemala Jubilee, 1, 2, 6, 10 .. 2 6

•Hayti, 1899, i, 1, 2, 2, 3, 3,4, 5, 5 8 CL&buan, 1897, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 .. • « .. 5 6Mexico, 1886, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 10

•Orange State, V,K. I., Id, Id, 2d, 3d, 6d, 1 /- Peru, 1896-1900, 1, 1, 2 2, 5, 6, 5, 10 ..

•Port Said, 1 2, 3, 4, 5 ..•Sirmoor, 3, 6 pies, 1, 2 annas, head ..* „ 3, 6 „ 1, 2 „ elephant•Soudan, 1, 2, 3, S milsSt, Helena, 1884-90, used, $d, Id, l£d, 2d, 2 jd,

3d, 4d, 6d• Transvaal, V .R I., Jd, Id, 2d, 2Jd, 3d, 4d, 6d,

!/• ............................................Z.Dzibar, 1899, used, }, 1, 2, 2J annas

Wholesale List post free on application.

1353 2 5 54

30 0

468

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16, 1872-6, A sen to 20 sen (us d) ................................12, 1876-9, 5 rin to 50 sen „ ................................13. 1883-92, 5 rin to 1 yen ,, ...............................6, 1891 and 1896, Jubilee aod War (u s e d )................... ..8, 1899 1900, 5 rln to 10 sen (used) ...............................8, ,, surcharged “ China •’ or Corea " ...13. 5 tin to 1 yen (unused)...62. 1872-1900 .............................. . ..................... .1,1900, Crown Prn cj's Nuptial issue, 3sens car., unused

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t

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ORANGE RIVER COLONY., - ■ ■- " 8. I>.

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TRANSVAAL V.R.I.

id , ' •»«• ••• , , , ... ... 0hr2

i d . , . „ • . . . •; ... 0 22d. ... ... * ... . . . 02 |d , ... 0 53d. . . . . ... ... 0 64(L > • • ... . • . • ... p 86d. • t .* •*» ' »*> 1 0

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ER RING TO IN & MARTIN, Wholesale and Retail Stamp importers,

SOUTH HACKNEY LONDONe s t a b l i s h e d 1880. Price Lists Gratis and Post F ree on application.

Bank KBs: • 8opp, List for Collectors, full of interesting in.L o n d o n J o i n t S t o c k B a n k , L t d , , ^ f o r m a t i o n

Tna union Bank cf London,Ltd. f 14pp. Wholesale List fo r D ea le rs on ly .

We are Buyers at a'.l times, of large Wholesale Sto ks. Remainders, &c., to any amount, at low prices* for prompt CASH.

G. SENDER & CO , SH,BA-T3£ftr..S P E C I A L O F F E R .

J A P A N E S E S T AM PS .

t6, i <?2-6. .$ sen to 20 sen (us d)J?. iSy*-9. 5 rill to 50 sen „13. 1883-92, 5 rin to 1 yen fi. 1 91 am} 1896, Jubilee ami War (used)8, 1599 1930, 5 rin to 10 sea (used) ............8. ,, surcharged China ” or “ Corea M ...M. 5 rin to 1 yen (unused)...............................(>2. 1872-igoo ............................................................I. 1900, Crown Pri- c - ‘s Nuptial issue, 3sens car., unusedDiscounts: 10% for 10 sets ; 15% for 50 sets; 20% for too

Terms : Nett Casli in advance.Stamps not accepu d for remittances.

s. d.5 01 8o 3 o 4 0 6 o to6 G

12 to

30

To Foreign & Colonial Stamp Collectors.Prompt Cash f<*r good Collections, or Wholesale Lois of

Postage Stamps Send your price when forwarding. Exchange desired with Collectors * .nd Dealers, wholesale or retail. Approval Books or Sheet# sem on application for ''ash or exchange. Correspondents required in all British Colonies and N. \* S. America.

F. G. ROW E, 22, Desborongh Rd t Plymouth (my

%. B. flIMcbelom,63a, R U E Y A G U A R O N ,


S p l k n d id S to c k o p

URUGUAY, ARGENTINE, aid SOUTH AMERICAN Postage Stamps.


Collectors unknown to me send deposit in cash.Correspondence— English, French, Spanish

or Italian.

z e r oReferences to good English houses given i f required, d

Messrs. John Edwards & Co. IJY AUCTIO N of rare PostageStamps throughout )he season, and will l.e happy to hear from clients desiring to include collections or lots in these sales, which are one of the very best mediums for the disposal of stamps of all kinds; beiug attended by the .eauiug Collectors and Dealers, and supported by buying orders from their largo and well-established private connection at home and abroad

C o lle c t io n s an ti la r g e o r v a lu a b le lo ts o f S ta m p s S o ld b y P r i v a t e T r e a t y .Liberal Cash Advances pending realization, if required. Prompt Settlements. Tcrmsmoderaic. Any information promptly furnished

li ’d sum/ to tiny Government Slocks, Kcm.umters, amt Important Lots o f Stam ps o f a ll kimls fo r S P O T C A S H .F I V E T H O U S A N D P O U N D S ready to be invested in suitable lots ol this Class, which are our specialite.

W e uiso want to buy " M AFEKIXG S " and other Soutlt African Stamps, particularly on Entire Envelopes.

JOHN EDWARDS & CO., Room 175 ( " Z " ) , Mansion House Chambers, London, E C.(Entrance 20, flueklcrsbury—Close to the Mansion House amt Ban k o f E n p la m l)

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T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R . iii.

I T T H E NEW (4th) E D IT IO N W

T h e ‘ A . B . C . ’ C a t a l o g u eWILL BE PUBLISHED EARLY IN NOVEMBER,

And will be the Up-to date Catalogue for the coming Season.Many new features are introduced, & much additional information is given that will be found useful to collectors

Contains Adhesives and Entires of all Countries in One Volume-

P r i c e - * 2 / 6 ; P o s t F r e e , 2 / 1 0 .A few copies of the 3 rd E d i t io n are on hand, price 1/6. post free.

IW ' M A F E K I N Q B E S I E G E D !W e lia v e a ll these Stam ps in s tock a t Lour Prices, from is/- each.

ORANGE RIVER COLONY.id . Yellow, Type II. ...

s.... 0

D.2

id. Mauve, I I .................... ... 0 22d. Violet, I ................... ... 0 82d. „ I I .................... ... 0 42$d. Blue, 55 I .................... ... 12 63d- „ 55 I .................... ... O 83d- » 95 I I ................... ... O 64d. „ 55 I .................... ... 2 64d- )> I I ................... ••• 3 66d. „ I .................... ... 2 36d. 95 I I ................... ... O 10i/- Brown 95 I ................... ... 1 95/- Green 95 I ................... ... 25 0

5/* >1 I I ................... ... 7 62 ^d. on Cape C o lo n y ............... ... O 9

TRANSVAAL V.R.I.i d ......................................

s.... 0

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id. ... 0 22d. ... 0 42$d ................................................ ... 0 53d.................................................. ... 0 6

4d..................................................... ... 0 86d.................................................. 1 0

i/- . ...................................... ... 1 92/6 ....................................... ... 4 61 0 /- ...................................... ... 20 0Set id . to 1 /- ... ... 4 6£ 5 , 1885, used, fin e ............... ... 24 01 8 9 8 , 5 /- obsolete, used, fine ... ... 6 0

Approval Sheets, Medium Selections, Special Books of Separate Countries. For Stamps in good condition, our prices are cheaper than those of any other firm. Novelty list of Philatelic Accessories, 32 pages, post tree. Modern Transvaal and Orange Free State issues are rising. A good selection at Low Prices oan be sent.

B R IG H T & S O N , ,64- STFAND-Where Collectors calling can inspect our Selections, of which there are generally about 150 on view, the

Stamps contained in which constitute one of the Finest Stocks in Great Britain.__________________________________ * ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -— .— -

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T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R .iv.

ORANGE RIVER COLONY,SURCHARGED « Y.R.I." ALL UNUSED.

•J-d. Orange

T h in V. s. d.

................ 0 2

Thick VS . d.O 6 4d. B lu e...

Thin V. s. d.

... ... 2 6

Thick V.s. <1

id. Violet... ................ 0 2 0 '8 6d. Blue... .................... 1 0 __

2d. do. ... ................ 0 4 — 1 / - Brown ... 1 9 __

3d. Blue ... ................ 0 6 — 5/- Green ................ 7 6 20 0Cape of Good Hope, 2^d. Blue, surcharged “ Orange River Colony,” 6d. each, 5/- per do*.

TRANSVAALW e can offer a few obsolete high values at the undermentioned low prices. All are

postally used and in splendid condition.1885— £ 5 Dark Green ... ... ... 22/61895— 5/- Slate ... ... ... ... ... 5/-r8 9 5~ to/- Brown ... ... ... ... ... 4 61896— 2/6 Purple and Green ... ... ... ... 3/-

Undivided Pairs, pro rata.SURCHARGED “ Y.R.I.”

•£d. Green ................5. 1..

... 0 2 4d. Sage Green...i.

.. Oa.8

id. Carmine ... ... O 2 6d. Lilac . * I 02d. Brown ................ o ' 4 1/- Ochre I 92ld . Blue ................ 0 5 2/6 Purple * 4 03d. M auve ................ ... 0 6 10/- Brown . ifi 0

Guam.— i, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 15c. ajid Special Delivery 10c. ...Corea, 1900.— 2re, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 cheun.Leeward Islands Jubilee, ^d., id , 2$d., 4d , 6d., yd., 1 /• & 5/- India, toco (new colours) 1, 2, 2$annas, Service, 1, 2annas Greece, 1900, 20 on 23 iept., 1 & 2 drachma on 40 lept. ...

F o r particulars and prices of other novelties, see our “ Monthly L istN ovelties,” 6d. per annum, post free.

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LATELIC

«sr The Second Edition ot “ T H E U N IV E R S A L S T A N D A R D C A T A LO G U E ' now includes a Supplement, comprising all Stamps issued since the publication of the Catalogue in March, right up to August, 1900, also an entirely Revised List of all the Stamps of Orange River Colony and Transvaal. The Catalogue and Supplement bound together in One Volume, price 1/3, post free. The supplement alone, 3d. poBt free. Interleaved Edition, cloth gilt, 2/6 post free.

The “ Whitfield' Interchangeable Albums are the best for advanced collectors—mite for details.

WHITFIELD KING <fc Co.IPSWICH.

Primed for the Publishers by Randall Brothers, Aston Cross, Birmingham, October, 1900.

F*EE TILL NEXT - JANUARY.

Established 1886.LARG EST & BEST T o Buy. Sell, or Ex

change, join the M id la n d C o u n t ie s S t a m p E x c h a n g e . Rules from


Hands worth, __________Birmingham.

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U N U SE D C O LO N IA L STAM PS.TO CLEAR: St. Vincent, 5d. on 6d., 24a. on Id., 4d., 6d., &c.; Canada, 4, 1, 2, 3, 5 cent obiolete, 2c ,-5c , Jubilee, &c. ; Tasmania. 24 on 9d. dark and light blue, 6d octagonal, &o.; Mauritius Britannia and surcharged See ; Natal 4d- on 6d , id. on Id., &c. ; S Australia, 24d. on 4d. &c.; Grenada & Trinidad, old type; Oil Rivers; Turks Island. $d. and 5d.; Queensland, secret watermark, burele, !tc.; Eululand, Leeward Isles 7d.; Seychelles 15<-. on I6c. and various others, N-S W- 3d- m k . 10, &c., ie. Altogether 120 unused and scarce colonial stamps for 25/- while th y last W. GEOBGE, Boland Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.


MERCHANTS,

77, Lower Road, lôtherhithe.S.E.

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A g e n t s o f P . C . a n d a .BelgiumCanada.Denmark.Grimsby.Holland.Hungary

A. de MBESTER, Oudenbourg, Ostend R. S. MASON. Hamilton.MISS E. BARCLAY, Roskilde

W. M. DAW SON, 12, Princes Avenue H BASART Capersteeg 4, Rotterdam SZEKU LA BELA, 55, Vaczl-Korut, Buda Pest

London. J. W. FU LLW O O D , 42, Jasmine Grove, PeDge. Liverpool. 1. G. PRICE, 6, Butler Terrace, Liverpool, E Malta. A. M USCAT, 270, Strada Reale, Valetta. Manchester. H. G. BOLTON, Moses Gate.New Zealand. N E V IL L HAYNE.P.O. Box211,Wellington Preston. H. B. B A ILE Y 8, Beech Grove, Ashton. Roumania. MAX TORTEN,Jassy.Rotheham. PH IL . ADVG. CO., it, Clifton Mount. Switzerland. A. PECONA, Geneva, Malombrd 14.U.S.A. L. T BRODSTONE. Box 116, Superior, Neb. Wigan. W . D1T C H F IE L D , 194, Doming Street.

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everywhere.

The Cheapest on the _ market, j

J. W. JONES,6 1 , C h e a p s l d e , E ! .C .SOUTH AFRICANS A SPECIALITY.


'IS- CALL O R^SEN DJÂN T LIST.Sol# AddreBS: 61. CHEAPSIDE, LONDON, ENG-

Valter Horiey,IS, BBOW NBILL

. . GARDENS, C A T F O R D , S .B ,

POSTAGE,F ISC A L

A N DTELEG R A PH

STAMPS.

NGE PROTECTION SOCIETY,

T H R P H IL A T g L iq gHRONXCLE AND AD V E R TISE R .

WANTED TO PURCHASE. ALFRED SMITH & SON’S

South African W ar IssuesAlso obsolete O R A N G E F R E E ST A T E


All Selections must be sent on approval and prices quoted and ipill receive prompt attention

7 .R .I. Stamps, different printings, errors, &c., used p<J unused- Selectioi s sent on approval to ollents

£agWB to me—or satisfactory references.

W ALTER MORLEY,J5R0WNRILL GARDENS, CATFORD. B E

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OOBBBBT I88OE ST. YIBCHHT ST FACE YALUB.St. Vincent i j - vermilion, each 1/6. St. Vincent sd. on 4$. m »j % n i blown, each 3/; 4 for 1$/-. St. Vincent eld. on 44L black

SS>d brpwo, eaqb 16IS ; 4 fc* fio/-

All above stamps vmusbd in mint condition.

Feat Office Orders payable “ Kingstown, St. Vincent "

Ppstwe » d JjJpglstrftlfte free for .prd^ti ever £ p

So QMloe w iw tuver tetyp 9f e j f i l in g s *e p 41p | f.

MONTHLY CIRCULAR.(26th Year of Publication).

Contains a full and ilius* trated description of dll new issues.


the World.

37 & 39, Essex Street, LONDON, S.C.OUR LA T E S T NOVELTY

For philatelists, is a ruled approval book, which' is absolutely the finest in the trade.

1st.—Each book is ruled to hold iso stamps (nn one side of the paper only), and ]fr printed on bank paper.

2nd.—Each book is bound In a strong artistic cover, printed In colour.

3rd.—Each book will fit an ordinary envelope without folding. 4th.—Bach book contains the' psuaj Instructions nnntajt j#

ih« Bagtllb. rnnclt, and Herman Languages, a feature only to he t<>ubd~ln p a r hooka.

FOUBTH EDITION NOW HEADY.18 t a td .; W t a IfSl IS t a ; 1 {9 for 3s. 9d. C a r n a g e p a id .

he itijh edition of pur celebrated ruled sheets is now ready. Each slit et is ruled (on finest bank paper) to hold Go stamps,

usual rules and space for your name and address, as, 6d.; 30, lid ,: too, is. 6d.; 230, a s . 6d.; 300,6s ; j .q o o , tis. C a r n a g e p a id . ' A specimen book and sheet pbiittfee for id. stamp only. ' Foreign orders tout) be accompanied by id. in the is. eytra, to

defray cpft of increased postage.

ARTHUR HONTNITH & CO.,Philatelic Dealers & Pttblis Iters

14, Chester Green Road, DERBY,_ Established iS#5 -

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105T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC LE A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

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A N D P H I L A T E L I C TIMES.P u b l is h e d M o n t h l y .

Subscription , 1/6 pkr A nnum . Subscriptions commence with current number. Back numbers of Vols. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V II,

and V I I I , 6d.Specimen, Id . Odd numbers of Vol. IX , 2d. each. Back Nos. of the Advertiser 2/6, for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and


A D V E R T I S E M E N T S .2 1- per Inch. L im it, 8 Lines to the inch.

L i b e r a l d i s c o u n t f o r a s e r i e s .Unused English Stamps accepted in payment to



Subscriptions and advertisements must be prepaid. Halfpenny Stamps should always be sent in prefer


Unused stamps need not be of one country, but MUST be undamaged. Cheques should be crossed “ National Provincial Bank of England.”

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments,Vor. I, I I , I I I , IV , V, V I, V I I and V III , bound, cloth

gilt, Post-free............................................... 6/-V o l . I I , I I I , IV , V, V I , V I I and V I I I , U n b o u n d 5/- V o l . V II I , B o u n d , 3/-; U n b o u n d , . ... 2/-

Communications must be addressed to T h e P h il a t e l ic C h r o n ic l e a n d A d v e r t is e r , "

Pentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham.A ll Articles are Copyright.



All communications for tho next issue should reach us by the T e n t h o f t h e M o n t h at latest. We cannot guarantee insertion if received after that date.

N o v e m b e r , 1900.

7‘he Philatelic Chronicle Id addition to Its very large circle o f Subscribers, la sent to all the members o f the Birm ingham Philatelic Bxchanga and Midland Counties Stamp Exchange, being ihe Official Journal o f these Societies. The guaranteed minimum circulation o f each and every issue is 1,00).

H E British Stamp Directory is now being rapidly pushed forward and will be ready at the end of the month or

early in December. It will be re-written to a great extent. Mistakes cannot be avoided in a work of this kind. Every removal cannot be traced and the names of those who have given up collecting cannot invariably be removed. Wherever reasonable doubt exists as to whether a person is still philatelically inclined the name has been removed and the names and addresses of several hundreds of active collectors inserted. The assistance of philatelists in the various big centres, as well as that of the Post Office, has been made use of in order to discover removals, etc , and with very considerable success

Advertisers should take space at once. All advertisements face the names and the price is 15 - per page, 7, 6 per half-page, 3 9 per quarter-page, 2,6 per inch across, 1 3 per inch single column, i/~ busine-s card, and each advertber receives a voucher copy. No advertisements can be taken after November 30th, and, to make sure of a position facing matter, the copy for advertisements should not be sent later than 23th but as much earlier as possible.

CHRONICLE.CONTENTS.

E d ito ria l ...C h ro n ic le ......................Postman's EnochStam p Postage ............M a/eking Siege Stamps Society Reports............

P a r t . ... I0 j ... 105... .os ... ton ... 10s

FRANCE.— The foreign po:t offices of France have been provided with the 2 franca stamps, surcharged as follows:—8 piastres for the offices cf the Levant 2 pesetas for the Morocco offices

4 “ :'iS O a j ERL

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^ jq j^ to b ao ^ ^ Q R A N Q E 'F R E E SJATH ga, fiao&l or Telegraph.

g^pts m ust he sent on gpprogal arid prices T pt& r& m e frcwpt . ' '

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$VZf. iU aJsoMflfitainj* UN^so kmlnt condition.

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^ f t a m p f l . difieEent pri^thjg?, errors, &c., as«d petectJovB sent pa apjjr°vsJ •*> olienta

i m ^ ^ gatfetftfiorj ^sferâees.

fcptafps a f^ i and .Hliif-. Trated desertion of jti p e »f Issues.

4NISIMAV s u b s c r i p t i o n ,

1/-» P-pil Free Jo a}! je^s of thjp World.

NOVELTYPsrpfcliatallsta, Is a rgjed appcosai- book, wtdsh' is. absolutely ' " ' * tlipwiesBi^ tie ttadf. ' ' 'Ut.-rE»ch £ook it rgted toho^l t o o s

„per on. hd4:.—EjfcjiE9 0 I

3x4 .—J^db book wiiyit

1 t o o {b m s (00. one $Ue of the sdoD’bank'papc?: • .•sfropg tplsuc t r o v e r , printed in

ordinary eoietope Without {biding, the psuaf Im u u o ^ bb d U M l i

, „ .. . ..„o h , jNtd 'Otrmajt Lan iah tta ,^f«*boekt.

■ . » e j i§ f5 *j»n joH isfm lapap.;. 'JW fjO fM ; W tar jim i n t e r $s. 5 lgjfoc 3». 8d. C a r r ia g f f a t d .

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A R T H U R M O N T ^FT H & CO.,phUmttUe s'esitn £ f rbiahtrs ■

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pl&ase mentlop ■ fHilUtelic Chronicl^ a#id Advpjftieei4,

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Philatelic 0f?poniele & Kelt ertigepAND PH ILA TELIC TIMES.

P u b l is h e d M o n t h l y .S u b s c r i p t i o n , 1/6 p e r A n n u m .

Subscriptions commence with current number. Back numbers of Vols. I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII,

and VIII, 6d.Specimen, Id. Odd numbers of Vol. IX, 2d. each. Back Nos. of the Advertiser 2/6, for 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and


a d v e r t i s e m e n t s .2/- per Inch. Limit, 8 Lines to the inch.

L ib e ra l d iscou n t fo r a se r ies .Unused English Stamps accepted in payment to




ence to those of any other value. Money from abroad must be romitted by Postal Order, Notes or Unused st&mpB at current rate of exchange.

Unused stamps need not be of one country, but MUST be undamaged. Cheques should bo crossed " National Provincial Bank of England.”

Liberal discount for a series of Advertisments.Vol I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII, bound, olotb

gilt, Post-free.....................................6/-Vol. II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII, Unbound 5/- Vol. VIII, Bound, 3/-; U nbound, . ... 2/-

Communications must be addressed toThe Philatelic Chbonicle and Advertises,”



Subscriptions to the ' ‘Advertiser” are entitled to one Advertisement of 24 words. Subscription 6d. for 6 issues, post free.


N ovember, 1900.

Tlit Philatelic Chronicle In addition to Its very large circle o f Subscribers, Is sent to a ll the m em bers o f the B irm ingham P h ilate lic Exchange and Midland Countloe Stam p E xch an ge, being the Official Jo u rn a l e f these Societies. The g o aian teed minimum circu lation e f eaeh and every Issue is 1,00).

H E British Stamp Directory is now being rapidly pushed forward and will be ready at the end of the month or

early in December. It will be re-written to a great extent. Mistakes cannot be avoided in a work of this kind. Every removal cannot be traced and the names of those who have given up collecting cannot invariably be removed. W herever reasonable doubt exists as to whether a person is still philatelically inclined the name has been removed and the names and addresses of several hundreds of active collectors inserted. The assistance of philatelists in the various big centres, as well as that of the Post Office, has been made use of in order to discover removals, etc , and with very considerable succesi.

Advertisers should take space at once. All advertisements face the names and the price is 15/- per page, 7/6 per half-page, 3/9 per quarter-page, 2/6 per inch across, 1/3 per inch single column, 1 /- business card, and each adveither receives a voucher copy. No advertisements can be taken after November 30th, and, to make sure of a position facing matter, the copy for advertisements should not be sent later than 25th but as much earlier as possible.

CHRONICLE.c o n t e n t s .

E d ito r ia l .....................................C h r o n i c l e ..........................Postman's Knock ...............S t a m p P o s t a g e ..................hlajeking Siege Stamps Society Reports..........

Pare. ... I0S ... I 0S... m ... ton ... to* ... 109

FRANCE.—The foreign po=t offices of France have been provided with the 2 franca stamps, surcharged as follows:—8 piastres lot the offices of the Levant 2 pesetas for the Morocco offices


SO annas Zanzibar for the Zanzibar office Chine for the t hinese offices Alexandria for Alexandria office Port Said for Port Said office

The Minister of Commerce has decided to issue a new kind of stamp for use in the foreign offices. The stamps will bear the words " Poste Francais ” above and the name of the locality below. The local values will be indicated by means of surcharges. Eight sets will be issued in this manner: Morocco, Levant, Dadeagh, Cavalle, Port Said, Alexandrio, Zanzibar, and China.

The Petit Journal announces the new issue of of French stamps for 15 November, in three series as previously announced in this column. The 1 to 5 centimes shows Liberty holding the scales of Equality. 10 to 30 centimes personifies the Republic gazing upon the Table of the Rights of Man. The higher values 40 and 50 cent, 1, 2 and 5 francs are of a long rectangular shape as one stamp upon another and represent the Republic near the Tree of Peace, and will be printed In two colours.

GREECE.—The following is a list of surcharged Greek stamps which have been received by Messrs. Whitfield King A Co.

Type of first issue (large head).30 on 40 lept lilac 40 on 2 lept bistre 50 on 40 lept buff 3 drachma on 10 lept orange 5 ,, on 40 lept violet

Same type, surcharged “ A.M.” in addition to new value.

1 drachma on 40 lept violet on blue2 ,, on 5 lept green

Type of 1S86 (small head).20 on 25 lept ultramarine 20 on 25 lept blue 20 on 25 lept indigo1 drachma on 40 lept rcd-lilac2 „ on 40 lept do

Same type (small head) surcharged “ A .M ." in addition to new values.

25 on 40 lept red-lilac 50 on 25 lept blue

All the above varieties exist both perf. and imperf. The letters “ A.M.” signify “ Axia M etalik i,” and mean that these stamps are only sold for gold and not for the depreciated paper currency ; these cost therefore 60 to 70 % more than the others.

Mr. Spyridakis describes the four values surcharged “ A.M.” in the above list as Parcel Post stamps.

Mr. G. Johnson understands that there are very many varieties besides those listed above.

TURK’S ISLAND.—Messrs. Bright & Son inform tho S . C . F that the following new Turks Island stamps have been issued. The design shows a sailing vessel in an oval frame.

id. green 6d. violetId. rose Is. purple-brown2d. black-brown 2s violet 2$d. blue 2s. brown-lake4d. orange

The two values last named are of a larger size thau the others.

U.S.A.—Tho Pau American, or Buffalo, series of postage stamps will be printed in two colours, and the designs have definitely beeu decided upon, as follows: lc. a “ Lake” steamship ; 2c., a railway train ; 4c., an automobile; 5c., Niagara Falls; 8c., the canal locks of Saulte Ste. Marie ; 10c., an ocean steamship. The stamps, though of the same shape as the ‘‘Omaha" set will be smaller—about 30 mm long by 22 mm deep ; the inscriptions will read : “ Commemorative I ssue, 1901” and “ U nited States Postage.”

postcards, &c.ROUMANIA.—Mr. Max Torten, Jassy, has sent

us the new letter card of 10 ban.10b. red.


YOUR very own Pobtman wishes to give a word to the wise. Thusly. The British Stamp D irectory is now being put in type. Tho first

pages are made and corrected. If any reader requires an advertisement in the book he must send at once for none can be received after November 30th as the book will then be printed. AU advertisements received too late to face the directory pages will be put together at the end, but the work of careful correction going on will allow time for advertisements to be inserted to the last minute. 'the first twenty-four pages of advertisements are already arranged.* •

Tho British Stamp Directory will be kept for reference for at least a year —so an advertisement in it should sotvo as well as a series of twelve advertisements in a monthly periodical. All advertisements sent by November 25th are guaranteed to faco matter, those sent later must take their ohance. Two or three special positions at either end are vacant at one pound the page.

♦ •All tho above “ shep ” your P ostman has written

under compulsion—not exactly with a pistol to his head but certainly under dread of the “ bullet.” Publishers have no soul and seem to think that the dud and aim of literature is to make money. Your Postman, scorns filthy lucre and writes only for the -benefit of bis kind.

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One word in confidence I Mr. W. S. Webb is still on the honeymoon, so no “ Notes oi English ” 1 . .Ah, well I I was young myself once and did the same thing, but the third Mrs. P ostman set her face against honeymooning—sho said we could not afford it So we economised and spent our money on useful articles —at least Mrs. P. did—principally consisting of hats, coats, gloves, &o., all, I grieve to say, of the feminine persuasion.

God bless the wives, they fill our hives With little bees and honey,

They ease life's shocks and mend our socks,But—don't they spend the money!

* **The above is not strictly a philatelic par. In fact,

I can’t think of anything philatelic except Mr. Avery and his stamps.

• •*Mr. W. B. Avory was in Birmingham on November

6th and showed part of his magnificent collection to the members of the Birmingham Philatelic Society who mustered in record numhe. a. Mr. Avery’s New South Wales can hardly be described. Magnificent is faint—unique, in its literal interpretation, is the only- word that fits—for Mr Avery appears!) have everything that is rich and rare - whi’e other collections, however good, are made from his refusals. It is good to be a millionaire with a favourite hobby !

* *“ Let arts and commerce—law and learning die But spare—oh, spare—our old nobility!"

I do not know whether this is the correct quotation but ’twill serve. Things have changed since Hulwer— was it Bulwer?—wrote it. Now our old nobility— with a pathetic desire not to let arts and commerce suffer an untimely decease—are lending their noble names to support A, and C.—and get a bit at the same time, by the way. Your P ostm an has heard of noble earls who are cab proprietors—of other noble earls and barons who went in largely for bicycle making, under the protecting wing of Messrs. E. T. Hooiey and Co., ana now the princely house of Cecii seems to have an interest in stamp selling. Here is a quotation of part of an advertisement of the Mafeking stamps : “ All stamps sold with sworn copies of Lord Cecil’s certificate of genuineness.”

• ••It would be interesting to know what the Most

Noble the Marquess of Salisbury thinks of the matter I How would it be to approach a few more of the nobility in order to bolster up this or that issue by means of testimonial or affidavit ? Frinstance: ‘ ‘ Since trying your Barrier Island Stamps I have used no other. A l b e r t E d w abd . ” Or, “ The new Greek surcharges are grateful, comforting and refreshing,and are worth a guinea a box. L an sdo w n e. ” Or, “ Use England’s Glory, the V.R.I. variegated dots, which I guarantee a re all produced hy English labour. R o b e r t s . ” Or, “ Our stamps won’t wash olothes, but

every purchaser is presented with a statutory declaration sworn by L ord Knowsoo.” Little puffs like this would teud to a rapid sale I Returning to the Mafe- kings, some say they are the apotheosis of the postage stamp and they bow the knee before them and worship. Others put them lower than the lowest of bogus issues. Both are wrong ! They are a moderately respectable issue—and collectors of locals are quite justified in taking them * **

But both sides seem to have gone rabid over them —let us hope that they will as rabidly recov—[I regret to say that the P ostman was seriously hurt about thiB time by the accidental fall of a heavy ruler upon his bald head. He now lies insensible beneath the table. Should any further “ Knocks” (literary, not physical) be required, the Office Boy will snip them from the more reliable of our contemporaries. Ed. P, C. and A.]

S T A M P P O S T A G E .

F ir s t ca m e into u s e in 1653, w h en Paris se t t h e F a sh io n .

TT HOUGH the use of postage stamps dates back1 250 years, only a few collectors can show

specimens made earlier than tho present century. The custom of attaching postage stamps to letters did not become general until after 1810, and no one tried to collect the few varieties in existence before that. Some of them now would have a value thousands of times greater than their original selling price.

What probably were the first postage stamps were brought into use by the first postal collection and delivery system, which was introduced in Paris in 1653. In that year King Louis XIV. granted a privilege to a municipal dignitary, M. de Valayer, to establish letter boxes in various sections of Paris, he to collect the letters deposited therein and to charge a given fee for their delivery. Tho deal applied to local letters oniy. All mail for the outer world had to be handled in the primitive way then existing.

Valayer put a series of boxes and organized a force of collectors and messengers in short order. But right at the start he encountered a difficulty which threatened to land him in bankruptcy. He had made r.o provision for the advance payment of the fees for his service, and soon found that most of the recipients of the letters refused to pay for them He was in a serious quandary, and for a time discontinued the service. He could not afford to station a man at each letter-box to collect the tolls, and no solution to his problem came to him. Finally one day when he was discussing his hard luck in the garden of the royal oourt he announced his determination to give up the privilege. The Countess de Longueville had b.on interested iu the conversation, and, with that


vehemence that always distinguished her noble family, she protested against the amateur postmaster’s decision.

“ No, no, my dear Chevalier,” she said, “ you must not think of abandoning so important an innovation. The service will soon become indispensable to all who cannot for one reason or another get about to communicate with others in person Consider the lame and the sick, think of those who are detained in cloisters and convents and places for punishment and more particularly have some regard for the lords and ladies of the court, who are on their feet all day in the service of the Crown, but have no opportunity to carry on their little amours. You have found no way to gather in your recompense in advance, but 1 will give you the recipe. Attention t You print a lot of little certificates of a special design. Each one you will sell at the price you charge for one letter. Pay a small consideration to a shopkeeper near every letterbox for selling the certificates for you, deliver only such letters to whioh one of the certificates is attached, and your fortune is made.”

Valayer’s eyes snapped with joy. He jumped to his feet and, stooping gallantly, ki sed the bejeweled hand of the lady. The stamps which he soon had out, he called “ Billet de Ports Payl.” They were like little labels, and were attached to the letters by means of wafers, one of which was supplied with each stamp sold. Blank spaces were left in the printing for the date of mailing, which served for a cancellation mark, and had to be filled in by the sender, The scheme met immediate success. How long it lasted and what caused its downfall is not recorded. Possibly the whim of a ruler was responsible for its discontinuance At all events the system fell into oblivion one hundred yearB later, and with it the use of postage stamps.

The first serious attempt to introduce postage stamps in general was made by the little kingdom of Sardinia in the year 1819. The certificates were thin sheets of paper to cover letters which invariably were folded in a uniform way and size. There were no envelopes in those days. The edges of the paper bore the watermark “ Dirizione Oenerale delle Regie Post.” The omblem was a rampant warrior on horseback, and the respective values of the Btamps were indicated at 10, 25 and 50 centissimi, 10 ceDtissimi equalling 2 cents in American money. These were replaced by varicoloured wafer stamps the following year, which remained in use until 1836. The first to follow the example of the Sardinians was Great Britain, which established its postage stamp industry in 1840. Concurrently with its adoption of penny postage in that year the British Post Office issued stamped letter wrappers for the first time. The penny wrappers were printed in black ink and those for two pence in blue. The square section of the wrappers intended for the address was decorated with an allegorical design by Mulready, emblematic of Britain’s world-wide commerce. Under this appeared “ Postage One

Penny,” or “ Two Pence” respectively. The first regular postage stamp were issued in the year following, the values being the same - one penny and two pence

Zurich, Brazil and Geneva adopted postage stamps in 1843. Basle followed in 1845. The United States went into the business in 1846, and the specimens still extant of that first issue are all but priceless. Russia fell in line in 1848 with stamped envelopes and France resumed her interest in the subject in 1849, almost 200 years after her first experience with it. Belgium and Bavaria followed suit that year, and Austria, Prussia and Saxony began printing and selling stamps in 1850, Canada falling into line in 1851.

M A F E K IiN G S I E G E S T A M P S .

THE London Philatelist is to be congratulated on having been the first journal to secure a complete list of the numbers of Mafeking Siege

Stamps printed. The information was communicated by Mr. A H. Stamford, a well-known member of the Philatelic Society, London, who received it direct from the Postmaster of Mafeking, so that it may be considered as authentic.N umbers of each Denomination of Stamps

I ssued cubing the Siege OF Mafeking,March 23rd to May 17th , 1900.

Surcharged on Cape Stamps.Id. on Ad. green (old type) 32 sheets or 7680 stamps*

„ „ (1893 type) 22 t> 52803d. on Id. carin no 25 M 60006d. on 3d. claret J-4 )l 840Is. on 4d. pale green ... 6 It 1440 ,.

Bechuanaland Protectorate (Fancy type).Id. on (id. English 25 sheets or 6000 stamps.3d, on Id. „ 74 »• 18006d on 2d ,, 5 1 > 12006d. on 3d. ,, 6 M 1440Is. on 6d. ,, 6 1440 „

Bechuanaland Protectorate (Sans-serif type).3d. on id. English ... 7$ sheets or 1800 stamps.6d on 2d. , ... 5 „ 1200Is. on fid. „ ... none printed?

British Bechuanaland (Fancy type).61 on 3d., “ unappropriated" 15 sheets or 3600 stamps, la on 4d. English 29 sheets of 80 or 2320 ,,Is. on 6d. ,, ... 1 sheet of 240 „

British Bechuanaland ( Sans-serif type).Is. on 6d. English none printed ?2s on Is. green 4| panes of 120 or 570 stamps.

Local Stamps.Baden-Powell, Small Head ... 6072 stamps.

,, Large Head ... 3036 ,,Bicycle, Id., Local ... ... 9476 „


Assuming the above list to be correct, 61,434 stamps were required for correspondence leaving Mafeking during the 65 days oi the siege, or an average of 1117 per day. If all the stamps were not issued, where are the remainders 7

The original value of the 42,850 stamps (excluding 18,684 locals) was £306 3s. 4d. and the surcharged value £735. Including the locals, the total works out at £885 6s. 8d.

Excluding the local stamps, tho following are the proportions of each value.

ORIGINAL VALUE. - SURCHARGED VALUE.f s. d. £ s. d.

18,960 id •.. 39 10 0 18,960 Id. ... 79 0 09,600 Id. ... 40 0 0 9.600 3d. ... 120 0 02,400 2d. ... 20 0 0 8,280 6d. ... 207 0 05,880 3d. ... 73 10 0 5,440 Is. ... 272 0 03,760 4d. . 62 13 4 570 2s. ... 57 0 01,680 6d. ... 42 0 0

570 Is. .. 28 10 0

42,850 stps. £306 3 4 42,850 Btps. £735 0 0Mr. J. R. F. Turner has been good enough to send

us a number of interesting extracts, from the Mafeking Mail dealing with these stamps.

E xtract from the Mafeking M ail Special Siege Slip of Thursday, March 22nd, 1900.

LOCAL MEMS.Private letters will in future be sent by the Intelli

gence Department by runners in batches of 30 (letters not runners) at a time. First come, first served, the communications will be desp&tuned in the order they are received. Don’t all spealc at once.

Extract from the Mafeking Mail Special Siege Sl ip of Saturday, March 24th, 1900.

NOTICE 1New arrangements fpr the transmission of Telegrams

and dealing with Letters.

The Bombproof at the end of Minchin’s yard, at Headquarters, will be open daily to receive letters and telegrams for North and South, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 16 a m. (Sundays excepted). The following are the rates for telegrams:—Via the North, 9d. per word plus a fee of 1/- for a receipt duly stamped; telegrams for Cape Colony and Natal will be accepted by this route.

Telograms via the South for Cape Colony and Natal will also be accepted, the rate being 1/- for 12 words, plus a fee of 1/- for a duly stamped receipt.

Cablegrams, 4/9 per word, via the )Ncrth ... — r plus 1/-

Cablegrams, 4/- per word, via the i receipt fee.South ... ... ... ;

The sa'e of stamps for letters for local delivery will be restricted.

Letters for Northern and Southern routes must be handed to the Postal Official on duty, and stamps cannot on any account be sold.

Rates of Postage L etters.Local delivery (within trwn limits) Id. per half oz,

De ivery at outposts and forts, 3d per half oz Letters for United Kingdom, Cape Colony and Natal via the South, 6d. per half oz. Letters for United Kingdom, Cape Colony, Natal and Rhodesia, via the North, II- per half oz.

From the first extiact it appears letters were sent in batches of 30. This agrees with statements made by the first exploiter who arrived in England. But, by the figures quoted from the London Philatelist, it required 37 messengers each day—consequently, after about the first ten days, there wa9 no population left in Mafeking. Query: Who wrote the 1,117 letters a day for the remaining 45 days 7 , . . The latelamented Mr. Hickey of Trinidad and His Majesty the King of Sedang lived before their time—while Baron Munchausen was simply thrown away on his generation I . . . Can there be any truth in the theories of theosophy? Could the r.--incarnation of this trinity have run the Mafeking Post Office during the siege 7 Truly all the evidence points in that direction t


The Philatelic Chronicle is sent each month to members of the Exchange—thus reducing the subscription to a merely nominal one. To show how much alive the exchange is, a late packet returned showed that over 28 per cent of the stamps in the packet were purchased. This is a bit over the average for the M.C.S E., but moBt clubs are satisfied with from 12) to 15 per cent which is really not so bad. The March packets totalled over £491. Good stampB at a reasonable price are taken readily as there are good purchasers as well as sellers. More are required and will be welcomed. Good references are indispensable. Members joining now are free until January 1st, and have all the privileges of the Exchange (except the official journal), if their references are satisfactory. Rules and all information from the secretary, W. G. Walton, Fentham Road, Handsworth, Birmingham,

Cardiff Philatelic Society, 1900-1901.—President, Walter Soott. Esq. ; Hon. Bee, Mr. W, A. Jutsum. Programme: October 16th, Annual Meeting. November 13th, display with notes “ Ceylon," Mr, Walter Scott. December 11th, display with notes “ Brazil," Mr. G. E. Petty. January 8th, display with notes “ Canada," Mr. W. H. Renwick. February 12th, display with notes “ United States,” Mr. W. J, Trounce. March 12th, display with notes 11 Greece

t h e P h i l a t e l i c c h r o n i c l e a n d a d v e r t i s e r .lid

and Ionian Isles,” Mr. E. W. Shackell. April 9th, display with notes 11 Gibraltar and Morocco Agencies,” Mr W. A. Jutsum, Official address: 371, Cowbridge Road, Cardiff

The Bristol ahd Clifton Philatelic Society. —The usual fortnightly meeting was held last Thursday evening. In the absence of the president Mr. D.H. McPherson was requested to tako the chair. After the ordinary business of the evening was disposed of, including the election of a new member, a very interesting collection of “ Forgeries ” was exhibited. Those shown by Mr. Perrett were especially so, consisting of both Colonial and Continental stamps in blocks, in some of which it required the critical eye of an expert to detect the differences between the genuine and the forged stamp, Messrs. McPherson, Dalton, aDd Stooke showed several specimens. Mr. Dalton’s exhibit contained a reconstructed sheet of the 2d. lithograph Victoria, also a copy of the L.Q. Messrs. Lloyd and Cartwright, who were unable to be present, also sent specimens ; Mr. Cartwright sending three values of the late Orange Free State stamps with forgedV.R I. surcharges, likely to entrap the unwary collector. A vote of thanks was heartily accorded to Mr. Perrett for his interesting and instructive exhibit of many years’ gathering, and this largely contributed to what was considered by all present to be a most enjoyable evening. At a meeting held on November 1st the president, Mr. P. J. Lloyd, read & paper on “ The Stamps of the United States of America.”

It appears very doubtful whether the 8d. lake of Newfoundland was ever issued to the public, though several copies are known whioh have the appearance of being properly used. The Btock of the 8d. carmine lasted until 1865, when the currency was changed, though a supply of 13,000 of the 6d. lake was sent out to the Colony on Nov, 30th, 1861, by the printers, Messrs. Perkins, Baoon & Co.

Mr. Donald A. King in his article in the Monthly Journal, Nov., 1894, says: “ I do not think that the eightpence of thiB set was ever issued to the public, though some years ago I had two used specimens sent me from Newfoundland, with a quantity of other

stamps. They are not in my possession now, but if I remember right they were both slightly oxidised, aud had all the appearance of being genuinely used. Oao of these specimens is now, I beliove, in thi Tapiiug collection ”

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Per 12 Per loo Per 12 Per ioo5. <!. < s. d. 8. d.

Argentine, 1899, 5 cents, rose .. , * 0 2 1 3 •Shanghai. 1 cent 0 2 l 0Borneo, 1897, 1 cent . * 0 5 2 9 * i . . * • • • 0 3 l 6

, , 0 9 4 0 * „ 2 „ ............................ 0 4 2 01 0 6 3 * „ 5 „ ............................ 0 6 3 01 4 10 0 * „ Post Due, 1 oent .. 0 3 1 6

‘ China,, 1898, £ cent • , 0 3 1 8 * 9 0 4 2 0* 1 . . . . , , 0 6 3 3 V R 0 6 3 0

. f 1 4 10 0 Sirmoor, head, 3 pies .. 0 6 4 0•Congo French, 2o. oblong ♦ . 0 4 2 3 ,, elephant, 3 pies 0 6 4 0* ,, 4c. - „ * * 0 7 4 6 •Soudan, 1 mil .. .. .. .. 0 6 3 9* 5e . . 0 9 5 6 • 9 0 10 6 0•Crete, 1900, 1 lept, brown , , 0 3 1 3 Tasmania, 1900, ld„ 2d. 0 7 4 0• „ 5 „ green • . 0 9 5 9 •Transvaal, V.R. I,, id...................... 1 0 7 0* ,, 10 „ carmine , . 1 6 11 6 ♦ Id. ................... 1 8 13 0•Djibouti, 2c. oblong . . 0 6 3 9 * „ „ 2d...................... 3 0Fiji, Id, 2d. . . 1 0 7 6 * „ „ 2Jd........................ 3 9Foochow, £, 1 cent , * 0 5 3 3 * „ „ 3d...................... 4 6

•Guatemala, 1900, 1 cent, green , . 0 5 2 6 •Venezuela, map, 5 cents 0 6 3 6• „ „ 2 „ rose , t 0 9 5 0 • ,, ,, 10-25 cents .. 0 8 4 6•Gwalior, 3 pies, red . . 0 5 2 9 Zanzibar, 1899, £ anna, used .. 0 9 6 0•Hayti, 1899 head, 1 cent . , 0 8 5 0 1 6 12 0♦ 9i» t» ** A »» ** * . 1 0 7 6* Qj» >> »» w > * • • . • 1 3 10 0 SETS.* „ „ arms, 1 ,, 0 5 3 0 Doz. sets♦ 9 , , 0 10 6 0 s. d.•Honduras, 1878-1895, 20 kinds, equal 3 0 •Alexandria, 1, 2, 3. 4, 5 cents .. 2 3Jamaica, 1900, Jubilee la. 0 0 3 6 Borneo, 1897, 1. 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 . . 5 6Labuan, 189y, 1 cent .. . . 0 5 2 9 •Crete, 1900, 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 .. + ♦ 15 0

„ „ 2 ................. . * 0 9 4 0 Guatemala Jubilee, 1, 2, 6 , 10 .. • • 2 6, , 1 0 6 3 •Hayti, 1899, 1, 1, 2, 2, 3, 3, 4, 5, 5 a . . 8 6

1 4 1 0 0 Labuan, 1897, 1, 2, 8, 5, 6 , 8 .. . . • 5 6•Liberia, 1900, 1 cent .. . . 0 8 5 0 •Mexico, 1886, 1, 2, 8, 4, 6 , 10 .. 1 6♦ 9 # 4 1 3 9 6 •Orange State, V,li.I., Id, Id, 2d, 3d, 6d, 1/- .. 35 0New Zealand, 1900, Jd;, green . , 0 5 3 0 Peru, 1896-1900, 1, 1, 2, 2, 5, 5, 5, 10 . . . . 3 0

„ „ Id., rose .. . _ 0 4 2 0 •Port Said, 1. 2. 3. 4, 5 ..................... , . . 2 3„ „ 2d., violet 4 * 0 5 3 0 •Sirmoor, 3, 6 pies, 1, 2 annas, head . • • • 6 6

•Nicaragua, 1882-97, 33 kinds, equal , . 3 0 • „ 3,6 ,, 1,2 „ elephant 6 6•Orange State, V.iU , jd. 1 0 7 0 •Soudan, 1, 2, 3, 6 m ils ................. . • • 4 3

, , 1 8 13 0 St. Helena. 1884-90, used, $d. Id, ljd, 2d, 2id,* „ „ 2d. 3 0 24 0 3d, 4d, 6d .......................... . , 30 0• „ „ 3d. . , 4 6 •Transvaal, V.R.I., id, Id, 2d, 2Jd, 3d 4d ,6 d ,* „ on Cape 2 d, ,. * . 3 9 1/- ................................... . . . 46 6•Salvador, 1890-97, 33 kinds, equal 3 0 Zanzibar, 1899, used, i, 1, 2, 2$ annas • • 8 e

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F. G ROWE, 22, DeshoroDgh R d , Plymouth (my

X. B. flMcbelonx,63a, R U B Y A G U A R O N ,


Splendid Stock of




or Italian.

2<rO DEALERS.References to good English houses given i f required, d

Messrs. John Edwards & Co. BY AUCTION of rare PostageStamps throughout the season, and will be happy to hear from clients desiring to include collections or lots in these sales, which are one of the very best mediums for the disposal of stamps of all kinds; being attended by the leading Collectors and Dealers, and supported by buying orders from their large and woll-established private connection at home and abroad

Collections and large or valuable lots of Stamps Sold by Private Treaty.Liberal Cash Advancespending realization, if required. Prompt Settlements. Terms moderate. Any information promptly furnished

W t want to buy Government Stocks, Remainders, and Im portant Lots o f Stamps o f all kinds fo r S P O T C A S H .P IY E TH O USAND POUNDS ready to be invested in suitable lots o' this Class, which are our specialite.

We also want to buy “ M A FEK1NGS " and other South African Stamps, particularly on Entire Envelopes.

JOHN EDVARDS 4 CO., Room 175 ( tz " a) , Mansion Honse Chambers, London, E C.(Entrance 20, Buckltrsbury— Close to the Mansion House and Bank o f England.)


T H S CM RON I C p S AJDV E R T lS g R ,

THE N EWOFThe ‘A.B.C.’ Catalogue

WILL BE PUBM3SE1? EARLY IN NOVEMBER,' And wl}l the Up-to d&ta Catalogue foe the aomixigMany new features are lAtroduced, * nmoh jnforgôpip given that will be found usefolto collectors

Contains Adhesives and Ehtkeaofsll Countries in One Volume.- S / O ; P o s t P v e © ^ S / I O .

Afew copies of the 3rd Edit Ion are on band, price i/B; |>otrt ft®. . '

M A F E K IIX Q B E S IE Q ie p JWe b a n aU these Stamps in BtooJk tea PrLoeo, ifWttj is/- mgh.

‘ - ■ •■1

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ORANGE RIVERCQLQNY,v — - - . — — 1 1 - 4 . j = r = — —

fd. Yellow, Type'IT.id. Mauve, 2d. Violet,A „2jd. Blue{3d. „3j*4d.

I!»»

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II.I

III.I.

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6d. „r/-S k § F m

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on Gape Colony

8.... o... p... p... 0

12. . . q... o

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109

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^d.id. ... ...?(i ... ... ... :>2^d. ■ . • • *...'3d. • • • • *-• .. **>4m. . :*/♦ •: /. ■«6d. . ...17- ... '•.?* ’*;•* • •2 6 * * *~" ••• •«?■?/'• • ••• ' ••Set H 1.9. } l-£$, 1886, used, fim ...

ona, Special Books, of Separata Countries. For ' ouplUHaareeqeaper t b a o t t b i e N o V d ^ l i M o i F H l « a » l I o ik fim ,Modern Transvaal and Oranga,Free rising A 80,p4 .8.e] cUon atLow Prices nan be sent.

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1 i50 on view, the B rita in .

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SOUTH HACKNEY, LONDON.ESTABLISH D 1880. ^ Price Lists Gratis and Post Free on application.

Bankers : 9 8opp, List for Collectors, full of interesting in.L o n d o n J o i n t S t o c k B a n k , L t d . , 9 formation.

Tha Union Bank of London, Ltd. ) 14pp. Wholesale List for Dealers only.We are Bayers at all times, of large Wholesale 8 to ks. Remainders, Ac., to any amount, at ow prices, for prompt CASH.

G. SENDER & CO, SHIB» T°5[P„v %. E. YHMcbelom,S P E C I A L O F F E R .

J A P A N E S E S T A M P S .16, 1872-6, i sen 10 20 sen (us d) ..................................12. 1876-9. 5 tin to 50 sen ...................................13. 1SS3-92, 5 rin to 1 yen ...................................6, 1894 and 1896, Jubilee and War (u sed )........................8, 1899-1900, j rin to 10 sen (used) ..................................8, „ surchargsd •• China ” or “ Corea " .............13, ,, 5 tin to 1 yen (unused)..................................62, 1872-1900 ..................................................................1,1900, Crown Prince's Nuptial issue, 3 sens car,, unused

s. d.

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F. G ROWE, 22, Desborougti Rd t Plyraouih (my



or Italian,

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Messrs. John Edwards & Co. BY AUCTION of rare PostageStamps throughout the season, and will be happy to hear from clients desiring to include collections or lots in these sales, which are one of the very best mediums for the disposal of stamps of all kinds; being attended by the leading Collectors and Dealers, and supported by buying orders from their large and well-established private connection at home and abroad

Collections and large or valuable lots of Stamps Sold by Private Treaty.Liberal Cash Advances pending realization, if required. Prompt Settlements. Terms moderate. Any information promptly furnished

We aartl to buy Government Stocks, Rtmaituicrs, amt Important Lots of Stamps of ail kinds for SPOT CASH.F IV E T H O U S A N D PO U N D S ready to be invested in suitable lots 0 . this Class, which are our specialite.

We also wane to buy “ MAFEKINGS " and oilier South African Stamps, particularly on Entire Envelopes.

JOHN EDVARDS & CO., Room 175 O r . ’,* ), Mansion Honse Chambers, London, E G.(Entrance 20, Buckler sbury— Close to the Mansion House and Bank o f England.)

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THE NEW (4th) JE>Ol'riOIV

The ‘A.B.C.’ CatalogueWILL BE PUBLISHED EARLY IN NOVEMBER;

And will l>e the Up-to date Catalogue for the coming Season.H u ; new features are Introduced, & much additional information is given that will be found useful to collectors

Contains Adhesives and Entires of all Countries in One Volume.

P r i c e - - S / 0 ; P o s t F r e e , Q / I O .A few copies of the 3rd Edition are on hand, price 1/6, post free.

M A F E K IN O B E S IE G E D |W e have all these Stamps in Stock at Low Prices, from IS/- eaoh.

ORANGE RIVER COLONY,

$d. Yellow, Type II. id. Mauve, ,, II.2d. Violet, „ I2d. ,, , II-2$d. Blue, „ 1.3d. - ,« I*3d. ., ,, II4(3. „ ,, I 4d. ,) ,, II.6d. 1.6d. „ „ II1 /- Prqvwp „ i.5/r Green „ I5/* >» 1 *aid. on Cape Colony

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3d-4d-6d1 /-2/6

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V T S - J tBRIGHT & S0N, *4,*™**Where Collectors calling can inspect oiy $electjp/fs, qf vffaich therjt qre generally about ISO on view, the

Stamps contained in which constitute one of the Finest Stocks in Great Britain.

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ORANGE RIVER C O LO N Y.T H E P H IL A T E L IC ClttRONIC.LE A N D A D V E R T IS E D ,

- S U R C H A R G E DThin V.s, d.

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I .” “ — A L L U N U S E D .Thin V. s. d.

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£d. Orange ... 0 2 o 6 3d. Blue ... ................ ‘ 0 6$d. Green (on Cape) ... 0 I — 4d. B lu e... ... 2 ' 6 — , •id. Violet.!. ... ' ... 0 2 o 8 6d. Blue... ... ... 1 0 —2d. do. ... ... o 4 — 1 / - Brown 1 9 . _2^d. Blue (on Cape) ... o 6 — 5/- Green ................ 7 6 20 0

TR ANSVAAL.W e can offer a few obsolete high values at the undermentioned low prices. All are

postally used and in splendid condition.1885— £ 5 Dark'Green ... ... ... ... ... 20/-18 9 5— 5 / - Slate ... ... ... ... ... ... 5 / -

. - - .r i 895~ 10/- Brown ... ... ... ... ... ... 4/61896— 2/6 Purple and Green ... ... ... ... 3/-

Undivided Pairs, pro rata.

S U R C H A R G E D “ Y .R .I.”

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' 2d. Brown ajd. Blue 3d. Mauve

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80 2 6d. Lilac ■ • • • ,t4 ... I 00 4 1/- Ochre • » • ... I 9O 5 2/6 Purple • • • ... 4 00 6 10/- Brown ... ... ... 16 0

Zululand, £ 1 , postally £ 5»

used

GREECEF o r particulars and

25/-90/-

Nearly all the new Provisionals in Stock, perf. and imperf.

prices of other novelties, see our “ M onthly L ist of P hilatelic N ovelties,” 6d. per annum, post free.

«3 - The Second Edition of “ THE U N IV E R S A L STANDARD CATALOGUE •’ now includes ft Supplement, comprising all Stamps ifBUed since the publication of the Catalogue in Maroh, right up to . August, 1900, also an entirely Revised List of all the Stamps of Orange River Colony and Transvaal. The Catalogue and Supplement bound together in One Volume, price 1/3, post free. The supplement alone, 3d,' post free. Interleaved Edition, cloth gilt, 2/6 post free. r

The “ W hitfield " Interchangeable Albums are the best for advanced"collcctors— write fo r details.

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POSTAGE, FISCAL

A N D . TELEGRAPH

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WANTED TO PURCHASE.

South African W ar issues^ 1

Also obsolete ORANGE FR EE STATE Stamps, Postage, Fiscal or Telegraph.


V.R.I. StunpB, different printings, errors, &o., used and unused. Selections sent on approval to clients known to me—or satisfactory references.

WALTER MORtEY,15, BBOW NH ILL GARDENS, OATFOBD. S E

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QDBBBIT IBSUB ST. VIBGBBT AT FAGB YALUB.St. Vincent 1 /- vermilion, each i/G. St. Vincent 3d. on 4d. maj end brown, each 3/; 4 lot x6/-. St. Vincent sjd. on 46. black


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E d ito r ia l .................................................................................................113C h r o n i c l e ................................................................................ . ... 113Postman's Knock .................................................. 114Notes on English Stamps; Birm ingham Philatelic Society ... 116Stamp Insurance agait st F tre ................................. J 16The f l Stamps o f Cut a .........................................H7

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CHRONICLE.[We are indebted to Messrs. Whitfield King and Co.,

Ipswich, for most of the following information and for the sight of specimens of the various issues.]

COREA.—A new set of nine values has been issued inscribed Imperial K orean Post. The values are from lcn. to 2 re., whatever these abbrevia

tions may mean. The 25 poons has been surcharged 1 poen, with vermilion and blaok overprint.

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V .R X Stamps, different printings, errors, &o., used VV'aod tmnsed. Selections sent on approval to clleilbt

1 town me—=orsatisfactory references.- ; -

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L ib e ra l discount for a series.Unused English Stamps accepted in payment to





Unused stamps need not be of one country, but MUST be undamaged. Cheques should be crossed " National Provincial Bank of England."

Liberal disoount for a series of Advertisments.V ol I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII, bound, cloth

gilt, Post-free.....................................6/-V ol. II, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII, U nbound 5/- V ol. VIII, Bound, 3/*; Unbound, . ... 2/-

Communications must be addressed to The P hilatelic Ohboniolb and Advertises,’ ’

Fentham Road, Handeworth, Birmingham.All Articles are Copyright,


Subscriptions to the “ Advartieer” ara •ntltled to one Advertisement of 24 words. Subscription 6d, for 6 issues, post free.


December, 1900.

OOHTEHTB.Fare.

E d i t o r i a l .................................................................... 113Chronicle..........................................................................................113Postman's Knock ...................................................l tdNotts on Engiish Stamps; Birm ingham Philatelic Society ... IISS t a m p I n s u r a n c e a g a in s t F i r e ....................................1 / 6T h t Y1 Stamps o f C u la ......................... ......... . |jf

The Philatelic Chronicle in addition t# Its very large elrele •r Bnbserlbers, Is sent to all the members or the Birmingham Phliatello Exchange and Midland Oeantles •tamp Exchange, being the ODclal Journal of these Booletles. The guaranteed mlnimnm clreulatlen of eaoh and every Issue Is 1,000.

WI T H this issue the ninth volume of the P h ila te lic Chronicle an d A dvertiser comes to a conclusion. As many

subscriptions fall due now our friends will confer a great favour by renewing at the earliest possible moment. A s we hinted in our October issue several alterations are in contemplation. All arrangements are not yet made but we have decided to enlarge the page? with a view to improving the appearance of the book and giving more space for matter. W e have in consideration the question of illustrations— at least occasionally— and are in negotiation for several articles of the utmost interest to philatelists to appear in our pages. These do not comprise all contemplated improvements. W e do not wish to commit ourselves to more than we can carry out but we hope the N ew Year, the new century and the new volume of the P h ila te lic Chronicle will each be a very great improvement upon its predecessor.

V V V*

T o evexy friend and supporter we tender the very heartiest good wishes for Christmas and the N ew Year— and this sentiment is embodied in the plate which should accompany each copy of the paper.

CHRONICLE,[We are indebted to Messrs, Whitfield King and Co.,

Ipswich, for most of the following information and for the sight of specimens of the variousissues.]

COREA.—A new set of nine values has been issued inscribed I mperial K obean Post, The values are from lcn. to 2 re., whatever these abbrevia

tions may mean. The 25 poons has been surcharged I poen, with vermilion and blaok overprint.

IH THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC.—A complete brand new set of stamps has been issued (or this State. It shows the island of San Domingo as a map in all the .colours of the rainbow in the various values which range from £ centavo to 1 peso.

EGYPT.—Mr. Aram Sempad, Cairo, sends us specimens of a new issue for the Soudan. It is of the usual size of Egyptian stamps printed in two colours, and bears the device of a Nile steamer.2 milliemes, red and blaok 10 milliemes, mauve and 4 „ green & brown green

20 ,, red& blue.FRANCE.—The new stamps are out and two or

three values have come to hand.GERMAN LEVANT and GERMAN MOROCCO.

—The ordinary issue has been surcharged for use in these two offices.

LEVANT. MOROCCO.10 paras on 5 pfennig. 5 centimos on 8 pfennig20 10 99 6 •• 5 „1 piastre on 20 pfennig. 10 .. io „

u *9 25 99 25 „ 20 „14 •9 80 *1 30 „ 25 „2 99 40 II 35 ■> 30 ,,

24 »> SO 99 50 „ <0 „4 • t 80 • 9 60 » 50 ,,5 91 1 mark. 1 peeeta on 80 ,,

10 99 2 9* lp. 25c. on 1 mark.IS 91 3 II 2p. 50c. on 2 ,,UUU. UU A

3p. 76o. on 3 „HONG KONG.—'Two stamps in new colours of

usual permanent type have been Issued.2c. green, watermark Or. and CA.

lOo. blue „ „INDIA.—Mr. H. S. Hondjee has sent us the S

annas in its new colour—puce. Dr. Woodhouseinforms us that the Indian stamps are being surcharged C.E F. (China Expeditionary Force) in Pekin. The first issues were sent from India ready surcharged, but it is possible that they are also beiDg overprinted j in China.

JAPAN.—A new 1$ sen has been issued of usual I type. 1

1 Jb. light blue.ORANGE RIVER COLONY.-The half-penny

Cape, standing figure type, has been surcharged Orangx Rivrr Colony.

PERAK,—Several new surcharges have been made for this Straits Settlement.

1 cent on 2c, (No, 17)1 99 4c. ( „ 20)1 >» 5c. ( „ 21)1 11 92 ( „ 29)3 19 8c. ( „ 22)3 99 50c. ( „ 27)3 99 91 ( ,, 28)I 19 92 29)

The numbers in brackets are those of Whitfield King’s Universal Catalogue.

In each sheet of 120 3c. on 50o. one stamp has no period after “ cent.”

The following is a copy of a notice isBued by the Government of Perak when no more stamps were available for surcharging.

GOVERNMENT OF PERAK.Postal N otice.

The stock of Postal and Revenue Stamps of the smaller denominations having given out until further notice articles cn which the postage is less than four cents must be handed in at the Stamp Vendor’s window, together with the postage required iu Cash. The Stamp Vendor will give a printed receipt for tbs amount, stamped with the office date etamp, and the public are requested to see that they got this.

(Signed) P. J, N elson, Superintendent Post and Telegraphs.

Taiping, 22nd October, 1900.

The “ printed receipt ” referred to in this notice is a perforated square of white paper about the size of a postage stamp type-printed in three lines “ Postal Receipt for 3 cents,” which is affixed to the envelope and postmarked the same way as an ordinary stamp, the word “ paid ” is also stamped on the envelope and initialled by the P.O. clerk.

postcards, &c.GRENADA.—Mr. C. J. I. Charles has sent us the

new Id. stamped envelope of this island. The stamp is the ordinary type impressed in red, and size of envelope is 5^+41 inches.

KOREA.—Simultaneously with the new issue of adhesives came out a postcard of the value lcn. printed in blue on white card.

NEW SOUTH WALES.—We have received the Id., arms type, impressed on a long plain paper for use as a wrapper.

P O S T M A N 'S K N O C K .

YOUR poor old P o stm a n again wishes you a Happy Christmas. Should his worst anticipations not be fulfilled he will give you New Year’s greeting

later on— but he doubts whether the regulations of his native parish workhouse will allow him time for literary labour. [The old repobate is trying to get sympathy and sundry advances of salary with a yarn about himself, wife and family going into the “ House ” for Christmas. My own theory is that he wants the wh rewitlial for a merry and wet Christmas—but, of course, I shall intervene if the worst comes to the worst. The philatelic pnblio would never stand the

f l i c P h i l a t e l i c c h r o n i c l e a n d a d v e r t i s e r .

P o s t m a n , with a ll his failings, coming down to that.I make these few remarks to reassure benevolent philatelists who need not send on small donations atpresent. Editob, P. C. & A.]* * ft

Last month the figures used in connection with the j Mafeking article were taken from Mr. Ewen's valuable Weekly Stamp News. For tbe extracts from the Mafeking Mail Siege Slip, Mr. J. R. F. Turner is to be thanked. These acknowledgements were inadvertently omitted in last number.* **

Messrs. Clarke & Co., Bushy, Herts, have sent their wholesale list. All dealers should see this for there are many lines unobtainable elsewhere except at greatly enhanced prices. * * ft

Messrs. Bright & Son have favoured us with a copy oi the 4th edition of the A.B.C. Catalogue. The catalogue is excellent as usual, and is brought completely up to date. It contains a full list of the latest provisional stamps used in South Africa and the prices at which they arc usually offered. Space is very short this month or I could say a lot more in favour of this excellent catalogue which, after all, needs no praise from me. Messrs. Bright & Son ask me to call attention to the transposition of the blocks illustrating types I and II of the 25 cont Belgium, 1884 issue. The Mafeking stamp on page 592, also,quoted at 25/- should be number 111 not 110.* *A

The Cape postmaster repudiates the Mafekings as franks for letters. In fact they never did frank a letter. The perpetrators of this pitiful issue were “ slim ” enough to know this and consequently doubled tbe face value of the stamps by means of their precious surcharge at the same timo that the postal rate was doubled—knowing that outside Mafeking the original face value of the stamp would carry the letter. Any message franked with these stamps was carried through tbe post not on account of the Mafeking overprint but despite it.

ft •ftThe ni'-ro one thinks of tbe originators of this

transaction the more contemptible they appear. Imagine them, while the men of the town were defending its outposts, cowering in their bomb-proof shelter and planning how they could turn the misfortunes and possible catastrophe of the place to their own profit. Like a flock of carrion birds perched rouud the moribund camel iu the desert, they waited for the end—knowing that then would come their reward. And so it was 1 Taking the tide of patriotism at the flood, they worked for all they were worth and made fortunes out of the blood of their defender and the patriotic faith of their fellow countrymen. The bubble is new pricked and everybody knows

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he origin of and reason for the stamps. All who meddled with them—except only the exploiters—have burned their fingers, and serve them right will be the verdict of all truly patriotic philatelists.

ft ft•The dealers cannot be blamed in the matter at all.

A demand existed and they had to do the best they could to supply. At the same time it is a thousand pities that some combined action could not be taken at tha first so that the gentlemen-save the mark— who brought the stamps over might have been saved even the trouble of unpacking their carpet bags.

ft ft ft19, Colville Mansions,

Cornwall Road,Notting Hill, W.

23rd Nov., 1900.To the Philatelic Publishing Co.

Dear Sirs.—Please note my new addross as above. I am not inclined to continue my advertisement as the circulation of your Directory is so small, and then the readers of it do not refer to the advertisement pages when looking for addresses. I am besides advertising in a much larger Directory.

Yours faithfully,J. WILSON.

We have great pleasure iu calling attention to Mr. Wilson’s change of address—his letter deserves the courtesy,

* • ftThere was a time—alas he was young and very

foolish then—when your Postman was reckoned at one not deficient in assurance—but even his highest flights were puny compared to the colossal impudence of the note above quoted. How does Mr. W. get his intimate knowledge ol the habits and character of evory purchaser of the Directory? Whence nis information as to its circulation ? Where, oh where, is this much larger Directory? But words fail— Enough!

» ft • ft1 have to thank Messrs. Alfred Smith & Son for a

specimen box of their “ Perfect ” hinges. I have trie J them and seldom have I found an article with so appropriate a name. Verb sap.ft ftft

Will all of you kindly send to Messrs. Monteitb <& Co., Derby, for their now price list. I am too wearied to describe it so save a poor Postman trouble and get one for yourself. Asa specimen of typography it is worth the trouble—for I do not believe there ii a prettier or neater price list issued in England.

ft ft ftMessrs. H. Percy Jones & Co., hava removed to 71,.

London St., Southport, and Messrs. Kirkpatrick an I Pemberton to 229, High Holborn, London, W.C.

116 THS PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

N O T E S O N E N G L I S H S T A M P S .

Bt W. S. Webb.

COVCBB1TXNO K0N-ADHE3IVEB.INCE I last wrote any notes, a matter claiming

attention is the recent announcement by Messrs. Stanley Gibbons Ltd., of their intention

not to further pursue the trade in envelopes, postcards, Ac., except so far as to continue selling off the big stock they hold. This should especially interest many who have followed these “ Notes on English,” as I have always given at least as much attention to entires as to adhesives. Moreover, the avowal of the firm as to prioes in their current catalogue (Part IV.) that it is a special "bargain list” confirms my opinion given in February last, page 35—that very many lines are priced far below true relative values. Probably most of these are still obtainable, and if the collector, especially of English, lives up to his opportunities and takes advantage of the " sale prices " his collection will benefit on a ratio out of all proportion to the outlay: and what a fine Xmas gift a pounds- worth or two of suoh would make, coming unawares to anyone already interested in English philately.

The decision of Messrs. Gibbons is one of mere business convenience, and in no way prejudices.the “ fashion" into which postal stationery is steadily coming.

MIMCE-PIBB.Collectors of telegraph stamps may not all be aware

that the 3d. value (“ unappropriated ” die) exists - the overprint of Akxt Telegraphs being in brown, on the usual lilac. I am told it was only used on the Ashanti expedition; and is, I believe, as yet uncatalogued.

The stamped forma of Agricultural Returns - issued in September—have this year the current id. wrapper stamp perfect: last year’s forms showed the stamp with a biggish break in one side of the frame.

Some curious errors (?) in postcards have oome to hand, with stamps on the left'. they are the obsolete small size, and of oourse of the stamped-to-order order. The freak is solely due to mis-outting, not to misprinting.

A uniform type of paid-mark is gradually replacing the previous styles—the value now occupying the central position, and in very bold numerals too. The name of town is in small type above ; between it and the value is paid , in much smaller type than formerly.

This time last year the change of the one penny to red was definitely fixed for the new year—by everybody but the responsible authorities 11 Though the £d. and 1/- have fulfilled prognostications, the Id. still ignores that healthy complexion whioh the Postal Union has repeatedly recommended it to adopt.

With kindest thanks to all friends who have

written, printed, or spoken their good wisheB to myself and wife recently: we in return wish them all the complications of the merry season, and a happy new century so boot.

B I R M I N G H A M P H I L A T E L I C S O C I E T Y .

STAMP AUCTION.HE first auotion sale organised by the Birming

ham Philatelio Society was hold at the Great Western Hotel, Birmingham, on December 6tb.

The attendance was good and included the best known of local philatelists as well as several from further afield, including Messrs. Hollick, Pimm, Peok, and Johnson (Birmingham), Joselin (London), McKerman (Huddersfield), Ac., Ac. Mr. Plumridge officiated with the hammer and conducted the sale in his usual courteous and effective manner. Prices wore very fair—indeed some lots, such as Cape Trian- gulars, Sydney Views, V.R.I. surcharges, Ac., fetched excellent prices. The society is to be congratulated upon the success of its first venture and may venture to look for even greater success with its second sale on February 14th, 1901.

S T A M P I N S U R A N C E A G A I N S T F I R E .

HROUGH the ourtesy of Mr. E. Rondel, St. Clements, Jersey, we have been supplied with full reports of an interesting case in which

several well-known Jersey philatelists are concerned. We regret that our space will only allow the reproduction of a very small portion of the report from whioh it will appear that the case is still sub Judies as the defendants have obtained leave for still further appeal.

From the Jersey Times of December 3rd and 4th.Appeal Case.

L a Cloche v. Sue I ssubanoe Office.This was the case wherein Messrs. Rd. Spurrier and

Jn. Le Cronier, two of the local agents of the Sun Insurance Office in Jersey, were sued by Mr. Geo. Frs. La Cloche to pay him the sum of £1,000 for loss sustained by the burning of the greater part of a collection of valuable postage stamps (which were insured for £1,000) plus interest on that sum since Deo. 17th, 1898, to the date of payment, also £300 for damages and costs.

Judgment had been given on Nov. 6th last whereby defendants were condemmed to pay plaintiff the sum of £1,000, the amount of the insurance stipulated in the said policy, also the costs. Leave to appeal from this judgment was granted.

On Tuesday last, oouosel for plaintiff' (respondent) aiied a preliminary objection to the action in appeal;

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and the Court ruled the case could not be received in ite then form, and so sent back appelent to rectify his action—the farther hearing of the case, as thus amended, being fixed for to-day.

Advocate Baudains, instructed by Mr, Max E. Al&voine (Solicitor), again represented plaintiff ;

The Solicitor-General was for defendants, with Mr. John Syvret (Solicitor), and Advocate Nicolle replied for Mr. Thwaites—the other arbitrator (Mr. P. P. Guiton) answering to his name in person.

Advocate Baudains now raised an objection with reference to the defendant’s request to appeal anent the hearing of Mr. La Oloche on oath—but this was unanimously rejected by the Court.

The Solicitor-General then addresses the Court on the main issue. A preliminary to the payment of the insurance money was, said he, the award of arbitrators, end that had not been presented by plaintiff. Proceeding, counsel developed the various bearings of the case in characteristically able style.

The judgments on two preliminary points as to which leave to appeal m fin dt causes had been granted was confirmed, and

The Court retired for deliberation at 2.50 returning at 4.25, when the Greffier read the judgment of the Court, upholding the judgment of the Inferior Number, whereby the Insurance Company was condemned to pay Mr. La Cloche £1,000, amount of the Insurance stipulated in the said insurance policy, and costs, was unanimously confirmed by the full Court,

The Solicitor-General applied and obtained leave of appeal before Her Majesty in Council, Messrs, J. Syvret and J. W. Nicolle remaining sureties for the Sun Insurance Company for the costs of such appeal.

T H E Y £ S T A M P S O F C U B AEVERAL letters on this subject have been

appearing in our contemporaries, we take this opportunity of giving the real explanation of

the overprint.In the first place, we may remind our readers that

Cuba (with Porto Rico) commenced issuing stamps in 1855 with three values, 1 and 2 reales and in the following year the 2 reales wa-i issued with a surcharge in black, “ Y|,” In 1862 the latter provisional was succeeded by a stamp of real. In 1864 a new issue was made of four values, J, 1 and 2 reales.

" C.H.B.,” writing to Stamps, ridicules the idea that “ Y " stands for “ YNTERIOR,” stating that “ Y is a consonant according to the teaching of the Spanish grammar,” and that it could not therefore be used in Buch a word as “ interior." He also makes the alternative suggestion that “ Y4 ” signifies “ and i*" 11 y ” being the 8panish word lor "and" (suoh surcharge having the effect of raising the value to 2£ realea). At first sight this may appear reasonable, but a little thought will show C.H.B.’s idea to be fallacious, Here are overwhelming arguments in

favour of the overprint reading *' Ynterior1. A stamp of 4 real was evidently wanted, as a

special plate for this value was made in 1862, No stamp of 2J reales was issued.

2. As 8} cuartos equalled 1 real, and as the stamps in issue in Spain in 1855 were of the values of 2 and 4 cuartos, 1 and 2 reales, it only required a stamp for Cuba of j reales (or 2 cuartos) to make the two sets similar.

3. A stamp of suoh low value would naturally be required mainly for local postage, so the authorities added a “ Y,” signifying " Interior," to the overprint.

4. The local for Madrid issued in 1853 (two years previously—vide S.G. Nos. 48 aud 49, Spain—bore the inscription “ Correo Interior," thus proving " Interior ” to have been the equivalent of our' ‘ Local."

5. We grant that the letter " Y ” at the present day is looked upon almost &b a consonant, the few words in whioh it is a vowel—y, hoy, doy, etc.—being in the nature of a survival from olden times; in fact in some partB of South Amerioa, these words are now written hoi. doi. At the same time, we would point out that “ y ” was much more freely used as a vowel 40 years ago, and is still so used in many proper names, e.g., Tsasi, Yglesias, Ytirriaga. The modern substitution of i for y is very evident in such words as Reina, Peinef which used to be spelt, “ Reyna,” “ Peyne.”

6. In Sp&niBh manueoript, capital Y is used instead of I.

7. Whilst the above reasons are sufficient explanation for the initial of “ Interior " being written “ Y,” we might mention also that the letter I might be mistaken easily for the figure 1; i.e., the surcharge might have been taken for “ 1|."

We venture to assert that the evidence in favour of the inscription signifying “ Interior J ” is overwhelming.—Siam's W.8.N.

The dreadful condition of the Spanish finanoes was responsible for the ohange in the ourrenoy of the Gibraltar stamps. In 1889 the British postal authorities of Gibraltar, in order to make their postal service more efficient aud bring it nearer to the large Spanish population near the small British reserve changed the ourrenoy of their stamps from the British money to the Spanish and ever since the Gibraltar stamps wera sold by the peseta and oeutimo. However the fluctuations of foreign exchange have resulted in a constantly increasing loss and the postal authorities must either raise the rates of postage or oolleot in a currency that has a more solid basis that that of Spain. A set of stamps in British ourrenoy has been issued and the stamps with Spanish ourrenoy are not ho loured any more except those surcharged " Morocco Agencies" whioh will be oontiaued in the British post offices on the Morocco Coast, whioh are subordinate to the Gibraltar postal authorities.

M A F E K IN G S !A t L o w e s t P r ic e s O b ta in ab le ,

aw FOR T H IS M O N TH ONLY.N.B.— All our Mafekings have been examined by leading Experts and are

GUARANTEED GENUINE. Beware of the many clever forgeries now in the Market.

lie THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

On Cape of Good Hope.id. on ^d* green ............................. 9/-

„ second type .............. 15/93d. on id. r e d ............................. ... 1 1 / -6d. on 3d. magenta ............................. 70/-1/- on 4d. green ............................. 4 5 / -

On Bechuanaland Protectorate.id. on $d. red .............. . ... 1 1 / -3d. on id. lilac ............................. 23/66d. on 2d. green and red ................ 28/66d. on 3d. brown on y e llo w ................ ^ 41 /- on 6d. lilac on red......................... 40/-

A B ig Rise shortly is certain, so buy while we have them.

We f i l l send on Approval on Receipt of Cash. Fall Amount returned for these not kept.

THE CIRCUS STAMP CO.,179181, REGENT STREET, LONDON, W.

1 3 *' Special South African Bargains !P O P U L A R S E T S . P IC K E D C O P IE S . s. d.

Orange Free State, 10 Varieties, including surcharges .. .. ...................3 0Orange River Colony, 10 Varieties, including Thick V.’s and rare 4d. .. .. . . T OTransvaal Republio, including Provisionals, 24 Varieties .. ..* ,, ,, 6 0British South Africa, including First Issue, 12 Varieties ............................3 0Transvaal Y.R.I., Set $d, to l/- ........................................... . .. .. . . 4 6

Casta with Order For this Month only.

J O H N W . . I O I V R S . 61. O H EA P SID E , LON DO N.

On British Bechuanaland.6d. on 3d. lilac ............................ 2 5 /-1 / - on 4d. green and b ro w n ............ 30 /-

Surcharge in Thin Sanserif Type3d. on id. lilac Bechuanaland Protect. 26/- 6d. on 2d. green and red „ „ 30 /-1/* on 6d. lilac on red „ ,, 38/61/- on 6d. „ B. Bechuanaland2/- on 1 /- green „ £ 4Baden Powell Blue Head ... 20/-

„ „ Large Head (rare) 54 /-„ „ Bicycle, blue ... 14 /6

THK PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER. ‘ 'll*

C L A R K E & C O . ,Argentina, 1899, 5 cents, rose Borneo, 1897, 1 cent

x ,, ' 2 ,,l> M 3 ,,

’ China, 1898, A cent »» n i nii n io ii

•Congo French, 2c. oblong* i. 4c. „

i. 5c. ,,•Crete, 1900, 1 lept, brown* „ 5 „ green* „ 10 „ carmine•Djibouti, 2c. oblong .,•Dominica Republic, 1900, cent

n i. ii i I,* i»> ii n A j-Fiji, Id, 2d..........................Foochow, J, 1 cent Guatemala, 1900, 1 cent, green

.1 i. 2 ,, rose Gwalior, 3 piee, red Hayti, 1899 head, 1 cent

n i» ii 2 iiii n ii 0 ,.„ ,. arms, 2 „

Honduras, 1878 1895, 20 kinds Jamaica, 1900. Jubilee lc Labuan, 1897, l c<-nt

ii n 2 ,.ii »i H ng

Mexico, 1899, 1 centii ii 2

New Zealand, 1900, Jd:, green ,, i, id., rose ..,, ,, 2d., violet

•Nicaragua, 1882-97, 33 kinds, equal •Orange State, V.R I , Id.* ,, ,, 2d,* ;; ” 9d.* „ on Cape 2Jd. ..

All thote marked * are

equal —

Per i*

1Per too

9. d. s. d.0 2 1 30 5 2 90 9 4 01 0 6 31 4 10 00 8 1 80 6 3 31 4 10 00 4 2 30 7 4 60 9 5 60 3 1 30 9 5 91 6 11 60 6 3 90 4 2 00 6 3 60 10 6 61 0 7 60 5 3 30 5 2 60 9 5 00 5 2 90 8 5 01 0 7 61 3 10 00 10 6 0

3 00 6 3 60 5 2 90 9 4 01 0 6 31 4 10 00 3 1 90 2 1 30 5 3 00 4 2 00 5 3 0

3 01 8 13 03 0 24 04 63 9unused.

Orange State, on Cate idPer ti s. d.

. .0 9

Per too s. d. 5 6

Salvador, 1890-97, 33 kinds, equal , , -r- 3 0Shanghai, 1 cent .. 0 2 1 0

„ i „ .. 0 3 1 62 „ .. 0 4 2 0

„ 5 „ .. 0 6 3 0,, Poet Due, 1 cent .. 0 3 1 6.. 2 „ .. 0 4 2 0

e .. 0 6 3 0Sirmoor, head, 3 piee .. .. 0 6 4 0

,, elephant, 3 pieB .. 0 6 4 0Soudan 1 mil .. 0 6 3 9

„ 2 ................. .. 0 10 6 0Tasmania, 1900, Id,, 2d. .. 0 7 4 0Transvaal, V.R.I., $d. .. .. 0 10 6 0

„ „ Id. .. .. 1 6 12 0., 2d. .. .. 3 0 —

.. ii 2Jd. -. .. 3 9 —ii i* 3d. •. .. 4 6 —

Venezuela, map, 5 cents .. 0 6 3 6,, ,, 10-25 cents .. 0 8 4 6

SETS.

•Alexandria, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 cents ..Borneo, 1897, 1, 2, 3 5, 6, 8

•Crete, 1900, 1, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 ...................Guatemala Jubilee, 1, 2, 6, 10 ..

•Hayti, 1899, 1, 1, 2. 2, 3. 4, 5, 5Labuan, 1897, 1, 2. 3. 5, G, 8 ...................

•Mexico. 1886, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10 ...................•Orange State, V,K. 1., d, Id, 2d, 3d, 6d, !/• .. •Port Said, 1 2, 3, 4, 5 •Shanghai, $, 1. 2, 4, 5, 6,10, 15, 20

„ P'ost Due, i, 1, 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 •Sirmoor, 8, 6 pies, 1, 2 annas, head ..* „ 3, 6 „ 1, 2 „ elephant•Soudan, 1, 2, 3, 6 mils ..St. Helena, 1884-90, used, $d, Id, ljd, 2d, 2$d,

3d. 4d, 6 d ....................................* I rsnsvaal, V.U I., £1, Id, 2d, 2Ad, 31. 4d, Gd,

1/- .......................... ‘Wholesale List post free on application.

Doi. sets s. d.

. 2

. 5

. 15

. 2

. 8

. 5

. 1

. 35

. 2 . 9 . 6 . 5 . 5 . 4

3606G660300663

30 0

4G a

C L A K K E & C O . , B u s h e y , W a t f o r d .In answ ering Advertisem ents please mention “ Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertiser."

190 THIS PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

E R R IN O T O N «& M A R T IN , Wholesale and Retail Stam p Im porters,

SOUTH HACKNEY, LONDON.e s t a b l i s h e d 1880. ^ Price Lists Gratis and Post Free on application.

jbanxsm : • 8opp, List for Collectors, full of interesting in.London J o in tS to c / c B ank§ ^ formation.

Th« union B»nk of l » q*ob, Ltd. ^ 14pp. Wholesale List for Dealers only.V * are Beyers st sll times, of large Wholesale Stocks, Remainders, to., to any amount, st low prices, for prompt CASH.

a. SENDER & CO., •mi" ,.t3SBh.S P E C I A L O F F E R .

JA P A N E S E STA M P S .i. d.S oi 8o 3 0 4 o S

i6. | ten to to sen (at d)it, 18 76 4 , J rin to jo sen „ i], 18834s, J rin to 1 yen „6, 1 S94 end 1896, Jubilee end War (used)8, 1899-1900, s tin to to sen (used) ...8, „ surcharged " China ” or " Corea " ... ... 0 10y , „ j tin to 1 yen (unused).......................... 6 6S i, 1871-1900 ............................................... . 1 1 10i, igoo, Crown Prince’s Nuptial issue, 3 sens ear., unused 0 1 }Discounts: 10% for 10 seis; 15% for 50 sets; so% for too sets.

Terms: Nett Cash in advance.Stamps not accepted for remittances. 30

To Foreign ft Colonial Stamp Collectors.Prompt Cash for good Collections, or Wholesale Lots of

Postage Stamps. Scad your price when forwarding. Exchange desired with Collectors and Dealers, wholesale or retail. Approval Books or Sheets «ent on application for >*ash or exchange. Correspondents required in all British Colonies and N. & S. America.

P. G ROWE, t t , Desborongh Rd.t Plymouth (my

TL H. fllMcbeloni,68a, R U B Y AQ U A RON,

Monetvldeo, URUGUAY,Splendid Stock op



Collectors unknown to me send deposit in oasb.Correspondence—English, French, Spanish

or Italian.

ZCsTO D E A L E R S .References to good E n g lish houses given i f required, d

Messrs. John Edwards & Co. BY*AUCTION*of rare PostageStamps throughout the season, and will be happy to hear from clients desiring to include collections or lots in these sales, which are ono of the very best mediums for the disposal of stamps of all kinds; being attended by the leading Coileotors and Dealers, and supported by baying orders from their large and well-established private connection at home and abroad

Collections and large or valuable lots of Btiunps Sold by Private Treaty.Liberal Cash Advances pending realisation, if required. Prompt Settlements. Terms moderate. Any Information promptly furnished

We want to buy Government Stocks, Remainders, and Im portant Lots o f Stamps of all kinds f o r S P O T C A S H .F IY B TH OUSAND POUNDS ready to be invested in suitable lots of this Class, which are our specialiU.

We also want to buy “ MAFEK1NGS ’’ and other South African Stamps, particularly on Entire Envelopes.

JOHN EDWARDS & CO., Room 176 C e t ) , Mansion House Chambers, London, E.C.(Entrance 30, Bucklershury— Close to the Mansion House and Bank o f England.)


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THE kPHIi*ATE)LIG ,'GHRQNICLK A im ADVEHTiSEft;

N O W READY.THIS NEW (4 th) B IM T IO N &je>y

THEUP-TO-OATE CATALOGUE FOR THE NEW SEASON.' ;’.'4%|p. Many new featuroa are Introdaced, & much additional information is given that will' he found useful tocoliectojs,;.^

' All countries in alphabetical, order - - 'CONTAIN8 ADH K BIYES nnd EN TIR BS o fa l l COUNTRIES in ONE YOLUM B. ' :

About 800 PAGES and nearly 8,000 ILLUSTRATIONS.

f/0 | P o ^ t I ^ r e e , S i/ lO .A lew copiesof the3rd Edition are on band, price 1/8, post free.

MAFEKIN6 BESIEGED ORANGE RIVER COLONY

VRYBURG

A ll these . -

WAR PROVISIONALS7 in Stock at Low Prices. ~ -

-■ ■ 'PkrfkWtri oh

A GREATER RARITY TH AN THE

W e have in Stock - -Post Office Mauritius*

44Rei*on

40 Reid ( " A B C ” No. 210 Gibbons’ No. 168.) £45 net

Thns is the Only Known SpxcnisB o f th is stom p, aud i t is therefore the Gb&atbst Rabitt Fboodbabub. T h is stomp is all the m ore in te res tin g as i t determines the production o f the “ A .B .G ." S o 47a (G ibbon s ' So, 6 0 ), but w hether th is last was ever issued unsurcharged « s tilt in doubt, o r, a t present, not even one specimen ’ has been found .

Approval Sheets, Medium Selections, Special Books of Separate Countries. For Stamps ip good conditicm, our prices sire cheaper than those of any other firm. Novelty list of PhOatelio Accessories, 82 pages, post free. Modem Transvaal and Orange Free State issues are .rising. A goal selection at Low Prioes ean he sent. - . " >

BRIGHT & SON. warn***n r . m . n e w m m ' j• f IV. c.

W here C ollectors co ilin g can inepect OUir Selections, o f w h ich there are generally about ISO on view , the Stom ps contained in w hich constitute one o f the F inest Stocks in G reat B rita in .

In answering Advertisements please mention 1 Philatelic Chronicle and Advertiser.’I

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E R R IN O T O N & M A R T IN , Wholesale and Retail Stam p Im porters,

SOUTH HACKNEY, LONDON.e s t a b l i s h e d 1880. ^ Price Lists Gratis and Post Free on application.

Ba n k b b : 0 8opp, List for Collectors, full of interesting in.L o n d o n j o i n t S t o c k B a n k , L t d . , t formation

t im union Bank of L»o<ion, Ltd. f 14pp. Wholesale List for Dealers only.We ar* Boyar* at all time*, of larg* Wholasal* Stock*. Remainder*, Sc., t* any amount, at lev prlcaa, for prompt CA8H.


O. SENDER & CO., 3H,BA-t™°a

S P E C I A L O F F E R .J A P A N E S E S T A M P S . s. d.

iS. 1(71-6,1 ten to 10 sen (us d) .................................. 5 ola, 1576-9.5 tin to 50 ten .. .................................. 1 813,18(3-91.5 tin to t yen ,. .................................. o 36. 1894 and 1896. Jubilee and War (used)..................... .. o 48. 1899-1900, 5 rln to 10 sen (used) .................................. 0 68. „ surcharged China" or ■■ Corea “ ............. 0 1013, „ 3 rin to 1 yen [unused).................................. 6 661. 1872-1900 ....................... ... ... ............. n 101 . 1900, Crown Prince's Nuptial issue, 3 sens car., unused o i j

Discounts: 10% for 10 sets; 13% for 30 sets; 20% for too sets. Terms : Nett Cash in advance.

Stamps not accepted for remittances, 30


Postage Stamps. Send jour price when forwarding. Exchange desired with Collectors and Dealers, wholesale or retail. Approval Books or Sheets .em on application for eash or exchange. Corrcspondeuts required in all British Colonies and N. & S. America.

F. G ROWE, M , Desborongh Rd., Plymouth (my

%. E. fHMcbeloni,63a, R U B YAGUARON,

Monetvideo, URUGUAY.

Splendid Stock op



Collectors unknown to me send depoeit in o&ab.Correspondence—English, French, Spanish

or Italian.

Is T O ZDZEJA-XjIEIRaS.References to good English houses given i f required, d

Messrs. John Edwards & Co. BY AUCTION of rare PostageStamps throughout the season, and will be happy to hear from clients desiring to include collections or lots in these sales, which are one of the very best mediums for the disposal of stamps of all kinds; being attended by the leading Collectors and Dealers, and supported by buying orders from their large and well-established private connection at home and abroad

Collections and large or valuable lots of Stamps Sold by Private Treaty.Liberal Cash Advances pending realization, if required. Prompt Settlements. Terms moderate. Any Information promptly furnished

W t want to buy Government Stocks,, Remainders, and Important Lots oj Stamps oj all kinds Jor S P O T C A S H .F IV E THOUSAND POUNDS ready to be invested in suitable lots of this Class, which are our specialite.

We also want 10 buy MAFEK1NGS ” and other South African Stamps, particularly on Entire Envelopes.

JOHN EDVARDS A CO,, Room 175 f c * ) , Mansion House Chambers, London, E.C.(Entrance 30, Buchhrsiury—Close to the Mansion House and Bank o f England.)

In answering Advertisem ents plsase mention “ Ph ila te lic Chronicle and Advertiser.'*

iii.THE PHILATELIC CHRONICLE AND ADVERTISER.

N O W '* * * '" ' —K* THE N EW (4th) EDITION W

The ‘A.B.C.’ CatalogueTHE UP-TO-DATE CATALOGUE FOR THE NEW SEASON.

Many new features are introduced, & much additional information is given that will be found useful to collectors.All countries in alphabetical, order

CONTAINS A D H ESIV ES and E N TIR E S of all COUNTRIES in ONE VOLUM E. About 850 PAC ES and nearly 6,000 ILLUSTRATIONS.

Price * - S/O; Post Free, 2/10.A few copies of the 3rd Edition are on hand, price 1/6, post free.

MAFEKING BESIEGED ORANGE RIVER COLONY TRANSVAAL VRYBURG

All these

WAR PROVISIONALSin Stock at L o w Prices.

Particulars on Application.

A GREATER RARITY TH AN THE

Post Office Mauritius.W e have in Stock - -

Portuguese I n d i a £45 netThis is the Only Known Specihxn of this stamp, and it is therefore the Gheatest Rabitt Pbocubablb.

This stamp is all the more interesting as it determines the production of the " A.B.G." Ho 47a (Gibbons' iVe. SO), but whether this last was ever issued unsurcharged is still in doubt, as, at present, not even one specimen hat been found. ^

Approval Sheets, Medium Selections, Special Books of Separate Countries. For Stamps ip good condition, our prioes are cheaper than those of any other firm. Novelty list of Philatelic Accessories, 32 pages, post free. Modern Transvaal and Orange Free State issues are rising. A good selection at Low Prices can be sent.

BRIGHT & SON. **.■****"*>.Where Collectors calling can inspect our Selections, of which there are generally about 150 on vieto, the

Stumps contained in which constitute one of the Finest Stocks in Great Britain.

In answ ering Advertisem ents please mention 1 Ph ilatelic Chronicle and Advertiser,'

iv. T H E P H IL A T E L IC C H R O N IC L E A N D A D V E R T IS E R .

Special Offer of Provisional Greek Stamps.A LL U N U S E D A N D IN M I N T C O N D I T I O N .

Type of First Issue (large head).

30 on 40 lept, lilac, wide “ O ”30 on 40 lept, lilac, narrow “ O ” - ...40 on 2 lept, bistre, wide “ O "40 on 2 lept, bistre, narrow “ O ” ...50 on 40 lept, buff, wide “ O ”50 on 40 lept, buff, narrow “ O ”

3 drachma on to lept, orange 5 „ 40 lept, violet

Same Type, surcharged “ A.M.”rdr. on 40 lept, violet on blue 2dr. on 5 lept, green

Type of 1886 (small head).20 on 25 lept, ultramarine ...20 on 25 lept, blue 20 on 25 lept, indigo

1 dr. on 40 lept, red-lilac ...2 dr. on 40 lept, red-lilac ...

Same Type, surcharged “ A.M.”25 on 40 lept, red-lilac

Set of 29 varieties for 38/-.

Imp erf. Pen.s. d. s. d.O 6 O 6O 6 0 6o 7 O 70 7 0 7o 9 o 9o 9 o 93 o 3 05 o 5 0

i 6 63 o 3 o

o 4 o 4o 4i 6 —i 3 i ' 3

2 o

o 6 o 6

Orange Free State, 1/* brown used. -_ W e have a few of these for sale at the very low price of 5/- each. All postally

used and in fine condition. A great bargain.Transvaal and Zululand high values, postally used, very cheap.

For Particulars oC the above and all new issues up to date, see our M o n t h l y L is t for the current month,gratis and post free.

The Universal Standard Catalogue is complete up to August, 1900; price 1/3 post free.The “ W hitfield’ Interchangeable Albums are the best for advanced collectors— write fo r details,

WHITFIELD KING & Co,IPSWICH.

Printed for the Publishers by Randall Brothers, Aston Cross, Birmingham. December, 1900.

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