Philatelic Literature — Canada & B.N.A.
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| 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 |
| L4f161 Constant Plate Varieties of the Canada Small Queens, 1961 by Hans Reiche. A specialized study of the recurring varieties in the Small Queen issues of Canada. Pamphlet-format, 24 p. 4.95 |
 B4h325.1 Canada: The Fifteen Cents of 1868, 1963 by L. G. Firth. The authoritative study of this popular stamp, with ten pages in colour. Hardbound, 55 pp. 150.00 |
| L4f33 Canada's Postage Stamps, 1968 by Douglas and Mary Patrick. A general study of Canadian stamps, stamp-making, collecting, and postal history. Dust jackets are worn, but binding is sound. Bound 220 p. 5.00 |
| L4f29 The Essays and Proofs of British North America, 1971 by Kenneth Minuse, Robert H. Pratt. Catalogue of proofs and essays from British North America issues. With illustrations. Bound, 198 p. First edition, good condition. 165.00 |
| L4f111 Canada Post Offices, 1755/1895 , 1972 by Frank W. Campbell. A thorough index of Canadian post office details during the dates given. Sound hard-cover, 191 p. 40.00 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
 B4h794.2 Canadian Fancy Cancellations of the Nineteenth Century, 1981 by K.M. Day & E.A. Smythies. Second Edition. Unofficial numeral cancels through segmented corks. 5.5x8.5, Perfect Bound, 158 pp. 9.95 |
| L4f59 Canadian Fancy Cancellations of the Nineteenth Century, 1981 by K.M. Day, E.A. Smythies. A specialized catalogue of fancy cancels, arranged by type, including Leaves and Flowers, Crowns and Masonic Symbols, and Names, Letters and Initials. Soft-cover, 158 p. 9.99 |
 B4h248 Constant Plate Varieties of the Canada Small Queens, 1981 by Reiche, Hans. Many illustrations and much valuable information. 1981 reprint of the original 1961 BNAPS printing. 6x9, Stapled, 27 pp. 5.95 |
| L4f24 The Evolution of Imperial Penny Postage and the Postal History of the Canadian 1898 Map Stamp, 1982 by R.B. Winmill. A specialized study of the production of the 1898 Map Stamp, with illustrations. Bound, 110 p. Like new. 29.95 |
| L4f100 Survey of Pence & Cents Covers, 1983 by Charles G. Firby. A specialized study of covers recorded for Canadian Pence Issue stamps for the period, April 1, 1851, through June 30, 1859. Stapled photocopies, 32 p. 4.95 |
| L4f15 The Postal Rates of Canada, 1851-1868: The Provincial Period, A Recording , 1983 by Charles G. Firby. Catalogue of postal rates for pence issues in the Province of Canada. Bound photocopies, 19 p, 2nd edition. 25.00 |
| L4f19 Upper and Lower Canada Cross-border Mail to 1851, 1986 by Earl E. Palmer. An illustrated study and catalogue of cross-border postal practice and material between Upper Canada (Ontario) and Lower Canada (Quebec) in the years before adhesive postage. This is No. 2 in Hennok's Series of Postal History Collections. Bound photocopies, 304 p. Some wear in the binding. 23.00 |
| L4f150 Facets of Canadian Philately, 1987 by C.R. McGuire. A brief and general account of philately in Canada. Published by Canada Post Corporation. Pamphlet-format, illustrated, 51 p. 2.95 |
 B4h285 The Sam Nickle Collection of Canadian Pence Issue Stamps & Covers, 1988 C. Firby Auction, October 1988, with prices realized. One of the finest collections of Canadian Pence ever formed.Soft cover, 76 pp. 11.95 |
| L4f21 The Transitional Decade from Sail to Steam on the North Atlantic, 1991 by J.C. Arnell. An illustrated study and catalogue of transatlantic postal practice and material during the transition from sail to steamships as means of conveyance. Bound photocopies, 111 p. 14.95 |
| L4f57 Canada and the Universal Postal Union, 1878-1900, 1992 by George B. Arfken. A specialized study and catalogue of activity between Canada and the UPU. Soft-cover, 127 p. 29.95 |
 B4h717 Post Office Department & Parliamentary Record in Canada (Ontario & Quebec) from 1780 to 1925, 1993 by Thomas Hillman. Chronological list of Government publications re Post Office.8.5x10.75, Perfect Bound, 188 pp. 14.95 |
| L4f8 Canada Post Office Losses Caused By Fire, 1889-1917, 1996 by Susan M. Sheffield. A history documenting the loss by fire of various post offices throughout Canada. The study is illustrated using reproductions of photographs, postcards and postmarks. Some minor wear and tear. Spiral-bound, signed, 193 p. 39.95 |
 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 |
| L4f60 The Sanford Fleming 3 Pence Essay, 1996 by Charles G. Firby Auctions. A supplement to an auction catalogue from October 22, 1996. The supplement is a specialized study of an item from the auction, the Sanford Fleming 3 Pence Essay, which ultimately sold for $55,000. An index of prices realized is also included (loose-leaf). Soft-cover, 22 p. 9.50 |
 B4h923.9 Registration Markings and Registered Letter Stamps, 1998 by Lussey, Harry W.. An exhibit plus ancillary Material prepared and exhibited by Harry W. Lussey. BNAPS Exhibit Series #9. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 278 pp. 28.95 |
| L4f121 Philatelic Fantasies of British North America, 1860-1910, 1999 by David F. Sessions. A selective study of different issues of British North America. Soft-cover, 125 p. 19.95 |
 B4h338 The Canadian Map Stamp of 1898 - A Plating Study, 1999 by Whitney L. Bradley. The ultimate study of this popular stamp. Complete plating information, varieties, and re-entries. A must for every "Map" collector. 8.5x11, Soft Cover, 227 pp. 39.95 |
| L4f27 The Canadian Map Stamp of 1898: A Plating Study, 1999 by Whitney L. Bradley. A specialized study of the production of the 1898 stamp. Spiral-bound, 188 p. Some cover deterioration. 39.95 |
 B4h923.26 Canadian Re-entries 1852-1953, 2002 by Voss, Harry. The Harry Voss collection. A marvelous collection of Canadian re-entries, each stamp mounted with an enlarged sketch showing the detail of the re-entry. BNAPS Exhibit Series #26. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 100 pp. 30.95 |
 B4h023.21 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 1, 2002 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. Map Stamp re-entries, right-hand and lower cable changes are demonstrated in highly magnified images. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Metal Cerlox, 74 pp. 70.00 |
 B4h023.31 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 2, 2002 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. Highly magnified images help the collector plate Map Stamps from Plates 1-3. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Plastic Cerlox, 100 pp. 90.00 |
 B4h923.27 The Half-Cent Small Queen Issue of 1882-1897, 2002 by McNaught, Herb. An exhibit by Herb McNaught. Gold medal winner in numerous shows in Canada and internationally. Important reference for specialists in Small Queens and postal history. BLACK & WHITE VERSION. BNAPS Exhibit Series #27. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 164 pp. 32.95 |
 B4h923.271 The Half-Cent Small Queen Issue of 1882-1897, 2002 by McNaught, Herb. An exhibit by Herb McNaught. Gold medal winner in numerous shows in Canada and internationally. Important reference for specialists in Small Queens and postal history. Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #27. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 164 pp. 105.00 |
 B4h923.31 19th Century Registered Postmarks of Canada's Railway Post Offices, 2003 by Harrison, Horace. Plus a one-frame exhibit of 20th Century RPO Registry Marks Horace Harrison Exhibits. Outlines the use of railroads for delivery of mail. Black & White version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #31. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 128 pp. 26.95 |
 B4h923.311 19th Century Registered Postmarks of Canada's Railway Post Offices, 2003 by Harrison, Horace. Plus a one-frame exhibit of 20th Century RPO Registry Marks Horace Harrison Exhibits. Outlines the use of railroads for delivery of mail. Full Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #31. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 128 pp. 89.00 |
 B4h923.29 Canada's Registered Letter Stamps: A Reconstruction of the Horace Harrison Exhibits, 2003 by Walton, Jean & Bill. Exhibits by Horace Harrison outlining the story of Registered Letter Stamps, Essays, Proofs from the 1865 initiative to the last plate in 1892. Black & White version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #29. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 101 pp. 26.95 |
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 B4h923.291 Canada's Registered Letter Stamps: A Reconstruction of the Horace Harrison Exhibits, 2003 by Walton, Jean & Bill. Exhibits by Horace Harrison outlining the story of Registered Letter Stamps, Essays, Proofs from the 1865 initiative to the last plate in 1892. Full Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #29. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 101 pp. 59.00 |
 B4h923.30 Registered Covers 1875 - 1911: A Reconstruction of the Horace Harrison Exhibits, 2003 by Walton, Jean & Bill. Exhibits by Horace Harrison of Registered Covers 1875-1911. Black & White version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #30. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 184 pp. 33.95 |
 B4h923.301 Registered Covers 1875 - 1911: A Reconstruction of the Horace Harrison Exhibits, 2003 by Walton, Jean & Bill. Exhibits by Horace Harrison of Registered Covers 1875-1911. Full Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #30. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 184 pp. 70.00 |
 B4h023.41 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 3, 2003 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. Highly magnified images help the collector plate Map Stamps from Plate 5. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Metal Cerlox, 100 pp. 90.00 |
| L4f28 The Post Office in Canada: A Chronology of Facts, Feats, and Firsts from the French Regime to 1981, 2003 by Thomas A. Hillman. An incremental history of Canadian post offices, with details on locations, administration, process, events, and people. Spiral-bound, 152 p. 29.95 |
 B4h923.32 Imperial Penny Postage of 1898, 2004 by Fawn, Fred G.. Wonderfully detailed exhibit studying the popular Map Stamp of 1898. Black & White Version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #32. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 154 pp. 36.95 |
 B4h923.321 Imperial Penny Postage of 1898, 2004 by Fawn, Fred G.. Wonderfully detailed exhibit studying the popular Map Stamp of 1898. Colour Version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #32. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 154 pp. 104.00 |
| B4h023.0 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 1-4, 2004 by Kenneth A Kershaw and Roger Boisclair. The complete set of four books on plating the Map Stamp, together in one volume. Black and white version. 8.5 X 11, 3-ring Binder, 374 pp. 61.95 |
 B4h023.51 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 4, 2004 by Kenneth A. Kershaw and Roger Boisclair. Highly magnified images help the collector plate Map Stamps from Plate 4. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Plastic Cerlox, 100 pp. 90.00 |
 B4h023.11 The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study, Vol. 1-4, 2004 by Kenneth A. Kershaw & Roger Boisclair. The complete set of four books on plating the Map Stamp, together in one volume. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, 3-ring binder, 374 pp. 235.00 |
 B4h017.1 Pretty in Pink: The Plates and States of the Canada 1898 Two Cent Numeral Issue, 2005 by Peter Spencer. Twenty-first century technology meets a love of fine detail in Peter Spencer's Pretty in Pink. The first volume in Peter Spencer's Numeral series. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 106 pp. 74.00 |
 B4h021.1 A Canadian Postal History 1897-1911: The Maple Leaf, Numeral, and King Edward Era, 2006 by George B. Arfken and William S. Pawluk. The definitive study of rates, routes and postal markings of the latter part of the reign of Queen Victoria and that of Edward VII, beautifully illustrated by almost 400 covers. Black & white version. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 320 pp. 49.95 |
 B4h021.11 A Canadian Postal History 1897-1911: The Maple Leaf, Numeral, and King Edward Era, 2006 by George B. Arfken and William S. Pawluk. The definitive study of rates, routes and postal markings of the latter part of the reign of Queen Victoria and that of Edward VII, beautifully illustrated by almost 400 covers. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 320 pp. 160.00 |
 B4h020 Plating the More Distinctive Re-Entries In The Half Cent Maple Leaf Stamp II, 2006 by Ken Kershaw. Illustrates plating criteria, detailed descriptions, and key findings from both the third and fourth printings. Both volumes on the Half Cent Maple Leaf stamp follow closely on Ken Kershaw's previous major effort (with Roger Boisclair), the four book series "The Canadian Christmas Map Stamp of 1898, A Definitive Plating Study". 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 224 pp. 41.95 |
 B4h019.1 The Wearing Of The Green: Plates and States of the Canada 1898 One Cent Numeral Issue, 2006 by Peter Spencer. A close examination of the plating of the One-cent value of the Queen Victoria Numeral Issue, including a ten-page major study of the renowned "10 cent on 1 cent foreign entry." The second volume in Peter Spencer's Numeral series. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 108 pp. 80.00 |
 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 |
 B4h029.1 Blue Opaline -- The Exceptional Plate One of the Canada Five Cent 1898 Numeral Issue, 2006 by Peter Spencer. The first plate of the Five-cent Numeral issue offers enough varieties to fill a book on its own. The third volume in Peter Spencer's Numeral series. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 226 pp. 144.00 |
 B4h034.1 Mrs. Brown -- The Canada Ten Cent 1898 Numeral Issue, 2008 by Peter Spencer. The first major plating study of the Ten-cent value (only the Five-cent Numeral issue has more retouched plate positions than the Ten Cent does). The fourth volume in Peter Spencer's Numeral series. 8.5x11, spiral bound, 128 pp, colour. 89.00 |
 B4h923.44 Canada 1897 Diamond Jubilees, 2007 by McNaught, Herbert. A
visual feast of late Victorian stamp design and commercial printing
can be found in the pages of this award winning exhibit. BNAPS Exhibit
Series #44. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 186 pp, black and white. 34.95 |
 B4h923.441 Canada 1897 Diamond Jubilees, 2007 by McNaught, Herbert. A
visual feast of late Victorian stamp design and commercial printing
can be found in the pages of this award winning exhibit. BNAPS Exhibit
Series #44. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 186 pp, colour. 120.00 |
 B4h032.1 The Five Cent Beaver I. The Plate Proofs of States 10-11, 2007 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The first ever full plating treatment of States 10 and 11 of the 1859 Five Cent Beaver stamp, enhanced by today's technology, in colour. 8.5x11,
Spiral Bound, 216 pp, colour version. 136.00 |
 B4h033.1 The Five Cent Beaver II. Plating the More Notable Varieties and Re-entries, 2007 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The author has used today's technology to replate the 1859 Five Cent Beaver stamp; re-entries and flaws found by Calder and Whitworth are shown, along with many new varieties. Colour. 8.5x11,
Spiral Bound, 332 pp, colour version. 197.00 |
 B4h923.46 Canada 19th Century Nonletter Mail, 2008 by Victor L. Willson. A comprehensive collection of Victorian newspapers, circulars, parcel wrappers and book post items mailed in and from Canada between 1840 and 1901. BNAPS Exhibit Series #46. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 140 pp, black and white version. 33.95 |
 B4h923.461 Canada 19th Century Nonletter Mail, 2008 by Victor L. Willson. A comprehensive collection of Victorian newspapers, circulars, parcel wrappers and book post items mailed in and from Canada between 1840 and 1901. BNAPS Exhibit Series #46. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 140 pp, colour version. 94.00 |
 B4h923.47 The Dominion of Canada: The Large Queens 1868-1896, 2008 by Fred G. Fawn. International Gold award winning exhibit of the first stamp issue of the new Dominion of Canada, with two 16-page single frame exhibits shown separate from the main 8-frame exhibit. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 172 pp, black and white version. 34.95 |
 B4h923.471 The Dominion of Canada: The Large Queens 1868-1896, 2008 by Fred G. Fawn. International Gold award winning exhibit of the first stamp issue of the new Dominion of Canada, with two 16-page single frame exhibits shown separate from the main 8-frame exhibit. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 172 pp, colour edition. 115.00 |
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