Philatelic Literature — Canada &
British North America
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Canada Recommended Titles |
| L4f145 The Postage Stamps and Postal History of Canada, 1945 by Winthrop S. Boggs. A seminal study of Canadian stamps and postal history. In the original two volumes. Hard-cover, 761 p. + Appendices. 150.00 |
| L4f146 The Postage Stamps and Postal History of Canada, 1974 by Winthrop S. Boggs. A seminal study of Canadian stamps and postal history. Here reprinted in a single volume. Hard-cover, with jacket, 870 p. 110.00 |
| L4f31 The Edward VII Issue of Canada, 1975 by George C. Marler. A detailed study of the Edward VII issues of the early 20th Century. Marler breaks down his analysis by denomination. The book is richly illustrated and printed on high-quality paper. Bound, 208 p. 99.95 |
| L4f177 The Canadian Posted Letter Guide: The Classic Period, 1851-1902, 1996 by Charles G. Firby, Victor L. Wilson. A specialized study and catalogue of Canadian covers of the Victorian period, including information on combination usages, multiple frankings, and stamps priced "On Cover." Spiral-bound, 128 p. 22.95 |
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| L4f5 Artifact & Parliament Definitive Series, 1982-1989, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1982 to 1989, focused on topical artifact and parliament issues. Includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 88 p. 16.95 |
| L4f3 Caricature & Landscape Definitive Series, 1972-1978, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1972 to 1978, focused on political caricature and landscapes. Includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 66 p. 14.95 |
| L4f6 Environment Definitive Series, 1977-1987, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1977 to 1987, focused on definitive environment issues. Also includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 116 p. 18.95 |
| L4f48 The Standard Canada Precancel Catalogue, 5th Edition, 2004 by Unitrade. A specialized catalogue, illustrated in black-and-white, indexing precancelled stamps in Canada. Spiral-bound, 86 p. 6" x 9" x 1/4", Spiral bound, 86 pages pp. 18.95 |
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 L4k7 Antarctic Posts, by J. H. Harvey Pirie, F.R.P.S.L.. An accumulation by the author of his various notes about philately in the Antarctic. 71p 60.00 |
 L4k9 Catalogue de Timbres Fiscaux, 1915 by A. Forbin. French Catalogue of fiscal stamps, dated 1915800 pp. 100.00 |
| L4f145 The Postage Stamps and Postal History of Canada, 1945 by Winthrop S. Boggs. A seminal study of Canadian stamps and postal history. In the original two volumes. Hard-cover, 761 p. + Appendices. 150.00 |
| L4f140 Specialized Philatelic Catalogue of Canada and British North America, 1949 by L. Seale Holmes. The seventh edition of a catalogue of Canada and BNA stamps, covers and postal history. Hard-cover, 266 p. 19.99 |
| L4f141 Specialized Philatelic Catalogue of Canada and British North America, 1954 by L. Seale Holmes. The eighth edition of a catalogue of Canada and BNA stamps, covers and postal history. Weak but stable binding, hard-cover, 330 p. 25.00 |
| L4f142 Specialized Philatelic Catalogue of Canada and British North America, 1960 by L. Seale Holmes. The ninth edition of a catalogue of Canada and BNA stamps, covers and postal history. Hard-cover, 407 p. 25.00 |
| L4f143 Specialized Philatelic Catalogue of Canada and British North America, 1963 by L. Seale Holmes. The tenth edition of a catalogue of Canada and BNA stamps, covers and postal history. Hard-cover, damaged jacket, 410 p. 24.95 |
| L4f139 The Encyclopaedia of British Empire Postage Stamps: Volume V, North America, 1973 by Robson Lowe. A thorough philatelic study, part of a series, covering the stamps of the British Empire as they appear in North America. Hard-cover, very good condition, 760 p. First edition. 150.00 |
| L4f146 The Postage Stamps and Postal History of Canada, 1974 by Winthrop S. Boggs. A seminal study of Canadian stamps and postal history. Here reprinted in a single volume. Hard-cover, with jacket, 870 p. 110.00 |
 L4k2 Liechtenstein Stamps and Their Background 1912-1973, 1975 by Marian Carne Zinsmeister, S.P.A.. A catalogue and study of Liechtenstein stamps dating 1912 to 1973. Pamphlet, 88p.Pamphlet, 88 pp. 5.00 |
| L4f147 Stamps of British North America, 1975 by Fred Jarrett. A fulsome study of the BNA issues, reprinted from the original 1929 edition. Hard-cover, 595 p. 39.95 |
| L4f132 Wrigley's Textbook & Guide to the Canadian Official Stamps, 1975 by Roy Wrigley. A brief study and guide to Canadian Official Stamps. Soft-cover, 72 p. 5.00 |
| L4f131 Canadian Philately, Bibliography and Index, 1864 - 1973, 1979 by Cimon Morin. A bibliography of philatelic literature, published by the National Library. Soft-cover, 281 p. 15.00 |
 B4h289.1 The Squared Circle Postmarks of Canada, 1981 by Moffat, Dr. W.G. & Hansen, Glenn. The original definitive work on this topic. Clear reproductions of every hammer, dates, quantities, rarity, etc. SUPERB!6x9, Hardbound, 485 pp. 16.95 |
| L4f119 Canadian Philately, Bibliography and Index, SUPPLEMENT, 1983 by Cimon Morin. A bibliography of philatelic literature, published by the National Library. Soft-cover, 246 p. 29.95 |
 L4f90 AFA Specialized Catalog, 1981-1982: Denmark and Greenland, 1986 by Major S. Mejdal (trans.). A specialized catalogue of stamps, of a particular origin. Soft-cover, good condition, pp. 1-222. 8 1/2" x 11" x 1/2", Soft cover, 222 pp. 30.00 |
 B4h282 The Canada Precancel Handbook, 1988 by Walburn, H.G.. Companion to Standard Canada Precancel Catalogue. All philatelic details & historical background of these issues. Well illustrated and valuable reference. 6x9, Perfect Bound, 183 pp. 16.95 |
 B4h737.3 Canadian Permit Postage Stamp Catalogue, Third Edition, 2007 by Dieter (Dick) Staecker. A greatly expanded listing of all types of Postage Paid in Cash & Business Reply Permits. A neglected area of Canadian philately. 8.5x11, Spiral bound, 178 pp. 37.95 |
| L4f182 Standard Catalogue of Canadian Booklet Stamps, Third Edition, 1996 by Bill McCann, Unitrade. Unitrade catalogue of the booklet stamps of Canada. Spiral-bound, 204 p. 14.95 |
| L4f177 The Canadian Posted Letter Guide: The Classic Period, 1851-1902, 1996 by Charles G. Firby, Victor L. Wilson. A specialized study and catalogue of Canadian covers of the Victorian period, including information on combination usages, multiple frankings, and stamps priced "On Cover." Spiral-bound, 128 p. 22.95 |
 B4h396 The Sandford Fleming 3 Pence Essay, 1996 The story of this extremely important essay for Canada's First stamp. Lot #42 in C. Firby Auction, October 1996, sold for $US50,000. Soft cover, 24 pp. 4.95 |
| L4f5 Artifact & Parliament Definitive Series, 1982-1989, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1982 to 1989, focused on topical artifact and parliament issues. Includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 88 p. 16.95 |
 B4h005 The Squared Circle Cancellations of Canada, 2001 by John S. Gordon (Editor). A complete update of Moffat and Hansen's earlier work. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 225 pp. 39.95 |
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| L4f3 Caricature & Landscape Definitive Series, 1972-1978, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1972 to 1978, focused on political caricature and landscapes. Includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 66 p. 14.95 |
| L4f6 Environment Definitive Series, 1977-1987, 1997 by D. Robin Harris. Specialized catalogue of Canadian issues, 1977 to 1987, focused on definitive environment issues. Also includes information on perfins, rates, booklets and se-tenants. With historical notes and checklists. Spiral-bound, 116 p. 18.95 |
 L4k19 Fakes Forgeries Experts No. 1-6, 1998 An exhibition of various collections of Fakes, Forgeries and such. Six volumes, sold as one. 495.00 |
 B4h389.1 Hand Stamp Slogan Postal Markings of Canada - Supplement #1, 1998 by Friedenthal, Steven A.. Additions to bring this work up to date to March 1998. 8.5x11, Unbound, 45 pp. 9.50 |
 B4h458 Privately Rouletted Post Cards of the Canadian Pacific Railway Company, 1998 by Klass, Arthur. A detailed study of 23 different privately rouletted cards with 152 recorded varieties. Important information for postal stationery collectors. 8.5x11, Cerlox bound, 62 pp. 12.95 |
 B4h459 The Cumulative Index to BNA Topics 1944-1997, 1998 by Livermore, Charles. Covers Volumes 1-54 of the journal of the British North America Philatelic Society, Ltd. A valuable guide to the vast scope of Canadian and BNA philatelic information contained in the leading BNA Journal. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 292 pp. 34.95 |
| B4h449 The Slogan Box, 1998 by Rosenblat, Daniel & Friedenthal, Steve . Newsletters of BNAPS Slogan Cancel Study Group. Complete 52 issues on this interesting field. Original 1988 issues edited by Daniel Rosenblat through 1998 by Steve Friedenthal. 8.5x11, 3-hole, 1700 pp. 116.00 |
 B4h449.1 The Slogan Box, 1998 by Rosenblat, Daniel & Friedenthal, Steve . Newsletters of BNAPS Slogan Cancel Study Group. Complete 52 issues on this interesting field. Original 1988 issues edited by Daniel Rosenblat through 1998 by Steve Friedenthal. Hardbound in 3 volumes. 8.5x11, Hardbound, 1700 pp. 235.00 |
| L4h8 Affordable Foreign Errors On Postage Stamps of the World, 1999 by Paul S. Greenlaw, Ph.D.. A specialized catalogue of errors in international postage, including listings for more than 5,000 errors priced at no more than $200. Soft-cover, 212 p. 24.95 |
 B4h389.2 Hand Stamp Slogan Postal Markings of Canada - Supplement #2, 1999 by Friedenthal, Steven A.. Additions to bring this work up to date to October 1999. 8.5x11, Unbound, 34 pp. 13.95 |
 L4k6 Principalite de Monaco, Catalogue de l'Exposition des 100 Timbres et Documents Philateliques parmi les plus rares du monde, 2000 An exquite catalog of the 100 rare stamps and documents on display at the expositon dated 1-3 of december 2000 at the Museum of Stamps and Coins in Monaco. Hardcover with velvet, 184p. Color.Hardcover, 184 pp. 150.00 |
| L4k22 Reference Manual of BNA fakes, Forgeries & Conterfits Series II - Release 1, 2001 by Kenneth W. Pugh. A detailed study of the B.N.A. forgeries of Jean de Sperati.3-ring binder, 52.50 |
| L4f185 The New Specialized Catalogue of Canada Post Official First Day Covers, 2002 by Andrew Chung, R.F. Narbonne . The 2nd edition specialized catalogue of official FDC from Canada, including a chronological arrangement of items, as well as a descriptive section. Spiral-bound, 180 p. 21.95 |
| L4k24 Stanley Gibbons Stamp Catalogue Falkland Islands, 2003 by Stanley Gibbons. A catalogue of stamps of the Falkland islandssoftcover, 26 pp. 34.00 |
| L4k21 Reference Manual of BNA fakes, Forgeries & Conterfits Series II - Release 3, 2004 by Kenneth W. Pugh. A detailed study of the Western Canada postal history Proof Book cancel fakes3-ring binder, 49.95 |
| L4k25 Stanley Gibbons Stamp Catalogue Brunei, Malaysia & Singapore, 2004 by Stanley Gibbons. A catalogue of stamps from Brunei, Malaysia & Singaporesoftcover, 103 pp. 68.00 |
| L4k27 Stanley Gibbons Stamp Catalogue Hong Kong, 2004 by Stanley Gibbons. A catalogue of stamps from Hong Kongsoftcover, 30 pp. 34.00 |
| L4f48 The Standard Canada Precancel Catalogue, 5th Edition, 2004 by Unitrade. A specialized catalogue, illustrated in black-and-white, indexing precancelled stamps in Canada. Spiral-bound, 86 p. 6" x 9" x 1/4", Spiral bound, 86 pages pp. 18.95 |
| L4f184 Stamps of Canada Catalogue, 2005 by Darnell. The 11th edition of the Darnell catalogue of Canadian Stamps, including Newfoundland, PEI and British Columbia. Available in English or French.Spiral Bounc, 438 pp. 42.95 |
 B4h503.2 Canada Inkjet (Jet Spray) Cancels 1992-2005 (3rd Edition), 2006 by Joel Weiner. This 3rd edition of the Canadian Inkjet catalogue lists over 2300 distinct varieties along with thousands of minor variations, an increase of about 900 cancels since the 2001 edition. It provides the collector with the most complete listing of these cancels available. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral Bound, 220 pp. 41.95 |
 B4h470.1 Canadian Postal Rates 1851-1859, The Warren S. Wilkinson Collection, 2007 by Charles G. Firby Publications. This International Gold Medal winning Canadian Pence Era Rate collection includes nearly every important cover recorded of Canada's first stamp issue, as well as 131 stampless covers showing rates not known to exist paid by postage stamps. Please Note: Only a limited number of these books are available through BNAPS. Each hard bound book will be accompanied by a spiral bound copy of the 48-page catalogue for the 14 June 2007 auction of this collection by Charles G. Firby Waterford, MI. 8.5x11, Hard Bound, 256 pp. 175.00 |
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