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| 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 |
| 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 |
| L4f30 The Edward VII Issue, 1903-1912, 1984 by Michael Milos. A small, loose-leaf handbook, cataloguing the Edward VII stamps issued from 1903 to 1912. Includes information on varieties, experimental coils, dies, plates, and booklets. From the Canadian Stamp Handbook Series. Loose-leaf, unbound, 14 p. 15.95 |
| L4f122 The Canadian Postage Due Stamps, 1985 by Andrew Chung, Hans Reiche. A brief study of Canada's Postage Due issues, taken chronologically. Signed by Reiche. Soft-cover, 67 p. 9.95 |
| L4f130 Canada Special Delivery, 1991 by G.H. Davis. A specialized study of the history, design and use of 'Special Delivery' stamps in Canada. Soft-cover, some wear, 179 p. 41.95 |
| 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 |
 B4h340.1 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, Vol. 1 1993, 1993 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. DB/N Naval Censorship numbers at Fleet Mail Offices and aboard ships; Fleet mail numbers; NPO numbers; Shore establishments; blackout and other cancellations and markings. 8-1/2 X 11, Cerlox, 82 pp. 37.95 |
 B4h340.2 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, Vol. 2 1993, 1993 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. RCN shore establishment details and markings, named Ship rubber hand stamps, list of covers without DB/N censors marks. 8-1/2 X 11, Cerlox, 64 pp. 37.95 |
 B4h340.3 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, Vol. 3 (Supp. I), 1993, 1993 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. Additional information and updates on Naval Mail censorship, FMO and Ship censor numbers, cancellations, photos and covers. 8-1/2 X 11, Cerlox, 66 pp. 37.95 |
 B4h340.4 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, Vol. 4 (Supp. II), 1993, 1993 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. Naval Base maps and info, list of all Canadian warships with commissioning and decommissioning dates, updates of: censor stamp numbers, cancellations, black-out cancels, registered & misc. covers and labels. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral, 138 pp. 49.95 |
 B4h340.5 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, Vol. 5 (Supp. III), 1993, 1993 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. Camp Norway - Lunenburg, bases overseas, ship photos, updates of: censor stamp numbers, cancellations, black-out cancels, registered & misc. covers and labels. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral, 71 pp. 42.95 |
 B4h340 The Royal Canadian Navy Postal History 1939-1945, 1993-2003 by Percy G. Colbeck & Maurice F. Hampson. Complete set of five volumes of this extensive study. 8-1/2 X 11, Cerlox & Spiral, 165.00 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
 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 |
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| 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 |
 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 |
| B4h923.38 Canada: The 1927 Historical and Confederation Anniversary Issues, 2006 by Kimber A. Wald. A classic exhibit treatment of two very interesting and colourful 20th century issues. BNAPS Exhibit Series #38. Black & White version. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 156 pp. 36.95 |
 B4h923.381 Canada: The 1927 Historical and Confederation Anniversary Issues, 2006 by Kimber A. Wald. A classic exhibit treatment of two very interesting and colourful 20th century issues. BNAPS Exhibit Series #38. Colour version. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 156 pp. 102.00 |
 B4h018 Plating The More Distinctive Reentries In The Half Cent Maple Leaf Stamp, 2006 by Ken Kershaw. Volume I. Plating criteria and detailed descriptions of the first and second printings. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral bound, 136 pp. 34.95 |
 B4h031.1 Postage Due Stamps of Canada 1906-1928, 2007 by Lum, Stanley &
Drury, Elsie. The first full treatment of the stamps and postal
history of the first Postage Due stamps issued by Canada. 8.5x11,
Spiral Bound, 116 pp, black and white. 32.95 |
 B4h031.11 Postage Due Stamps of Canada 1906-1928, 2007 by Lum, Stanley &
Drury, Elsie. The first full treatment of the stamps and postal
history of the first Postage Due stamps issued by Canada. 8.5x11,
Spiral Bound, 116 pp, colour version. 82.00 |
 B4h923.45 King Edward VII Issue 1902-1912, 2007 by Alan Selby. A classic treatment of the stamps and some postal history of Canada's first post-Victorian stamp issue. BNAPS Exhibit Series #45. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 168 pp, Black & white edition. 36.95 |
 B4h923.451 King Edward VII Issue 1902-1912, 2007 by Alan Selby. A classic treatment of the stamps and some postal history of Canada's first post-Victorian stamp issue. BNAPS Exhibit Series #45. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 168 pp, Colour edition. 110.00 |
 B4h923.48 The Admiral Issue of Canada, 2008 by Richard Morris. An award winning in-depth look at the many varieties to be found in the major stamp issue of the George V period. BNAPS Exhibit Series #48. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 176 pp, black and white version. 34.95 |
 B4h923.481 The Admiral Issue of Canada, 2008 by Richard Morris. An award winning in-depth look at the many varieties to be found in the major stamp issue of the George V period. BNAPS Exhibit Series #48. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 176 pp, colour version. 115.00 |
 B4h431 The Postal History of World War II Mail between Canada and Switzerland, 2008 by Charles J. LaBlonde and John Tyacke. A valuable summary of the most recent information about WWII correspondence between these two countries, published by the American Helvetia Philatelic Society, black and white. (NB: Not eligible for BNAPS member discount.) 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 250 pp, black & white version. 26.95 |
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| 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 |
| L4f129 The 1967-78 Postage Due Issue of Canada, 1980 by Andrew Chung. A brief study of postage due stamps issued during a particular period. Soft-cover, 46 p. 4.95 |
| L4f122 The Canadian Postage Due Stamps, 1985 by Andrew Chung, Hans Reiche. A brief study of Canada's Postage Due issues, taken chronologically. Signed by Reiche. Soft-cover, 67 p. 9.95 |
 B4h296 Strike, Courier & Local Post of the Elizabethan Era, 1992 by Earle L. Covert. Extensively illustrated with exceptional coverage of both regular and philatelic usage. Second edition.Soft cover, 86 pp. 9.95 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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| L4f109 The Catalogue of Money Order Office Number (Moon) Cancellations of British Columbia (1950-1973), 1997 by Michael Sagar. An unillustrated catalogue of cancellations, including their earliest and latest recorded usages. Soft-cover, 59 p. 9.95 |
| L4f110 The Money Order Office Number (Moon) Cancellations of Alberta (1950-1973), 1998 by Michael Sagar. An unillustrated catalogue of cancellations, including their earliest and latest recorded usages. Soft-cover, 70 p. 9.95 |
| 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 |
 B4h923.34 Canada -- Cameo Definitive Issues, 2005 by Arn, John. The Grand Award Winner at BNAPEX 2004 in Baltimore, John Arn's Definitive Issues is only the third exhibit of Canadian stamps or postal history from the Queen Elizabeth II era to win Gold at a National level show in Canada or the United States. BNAPS Exhibit Series #34. Black & White version. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral Bound, 152 pp. 35.95 |
 B4h923.341 Canada -- Cameo Definitive Issues, 2005 by Arn, John. The Grand Award Winner at BNAPEX 2004 in Baltimore, John Arn's Definitive Issues is only the third exhibit of Canadian stamps or postal history from the Queen Elizabeth II era to win Gold at a National level show in Canada or the United States. BNAPS Exhibit Series #34. Colour version. 8-1/2 X 11, Spiral Bound, 152 pp. 99.50 |
 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 |
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| L4f113 The Canada and Newfoundland Stampless Cover Catalog, 1946 by Harry M. Konweiser, Frank W. Campbell. A first edition, pamphlet-format catalogue of stampless covers from Canada and colonial Newfoundland. Slightly faded cover, 58 p. 25.00 |
| 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 |
| L4f55 The Encyclopaedia of British Empire Postage Stamps: Part III, The Maritime Provinces, 1973 by Robson Lowe. A specialized catalogue, documenting the postage and postal history of the Maritime provinces of Canada. Part of a larger series, the book is the third part of Vol. V (The Empire in North America, from Panama to the North Pole). Soft-cover, pp. 321-424. Like new. 15.95 |
| L4f105 Post Offices of New Brunswick, 1783-1930, 1984 by George E. MacManus. A thorough directory of New Brunswick post offices, including information about opening and closing dates, postmasters, and location. Soft-cover, like new, 201 p. 29.95 |
| L4f63 The Post Office on Prince Edward Island, 1787-1990, 1990 by G. Douglas Murray. A specialized study of the regional post offices of Prince Edward Island. Signed copy, hard-cover, 81 p. Like new. 24.95 |
 B4h723 Specimen Overprints of British North America, 1991 by Boyd, Norman. Third Edition. Updated in 1991 after the ABN Archives sale in 1990 which provided much new information on these interesting proofs. Includes 2 colour pages. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 57 pp. 21.95 |
| L4f61 2000 Postmarks of Prince Edward Island, 1814 to 1995, 1996 by G. Douglas Murray. A specialized catalogue of PEI postmarks, arranged chronologically. Cerlox-bound, 217 p., illustrated. 29.95 |
 B4h923.6 A Postal History of Labrador Before Confederation, 2007 by O'Reilly, Kevin. A completely revised version of this award winning exhibit, printed from electronic files, this book contains much useful information otherwise unavailable about this region. BNAPS Exhibit Series #6. 8.5x11, Spiral bound, 108 pp, black and white. 32.95 |
 B4h923.61 A Postal History of Labrador Before Confederation, 2007 by O'Reilly, Kevin. A completely revised version of this award winning exhibit, printed from electronic files, this book contains much useful information otherwise unavailable about this region. BNAPS Exhibit Series #6. 8.5x11, Spiral bound, 108 pp, colour version. 80.00 |
 B4h923.3 British Columbia Express Covers from 1858 to 1900, 1997 by Carr, Dr. R.. Photocopy of Exhibit by Dr. R. Carr. Showing some very rare covers with information not readily available elsewhere. BNAPS Exhibit Series #3. 8.5x11, Cerlox bound, 100 pp. 21.95 |
 B4h481 Philatelic Fantasies of British North America 1860-1910, 1999 by David F. Sessions. An excellent book about the creations of Samuel Allen Taylor and others. Bogus stamps of Baldwin's Railroad, Bancroft City Post and more, as well as the characters who created them. Perfect bound, 134 pp. 19.95 |
| 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 |
 B4h923.18 Newfoundland Postal Stationery 1873-1941, 2000 by Harrison, Horace W.. Shows virtually all known items in both mint and used with Proofs and unusual usages. A must for any stationery collector. BNAPS Exhibit Series #18. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 126 pp. 28.95 |
 B4h923.19 Postal Shortages, and Surcharged Issues of Newfoundland, 2003 by Dyer, Norris R.. 2nd Edition. Collection plus supplementary research on all overprints. A valuable reference for serious Newfoundland collectors. Black and white version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #19. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 114 pp. 34.95 |
 B4h923.191 Postal Shortages, and Surcharged Issues of Newfoundland, 2003 by Dyer, Norris R.. 2nd Edition. Collection plus supplementary research on all overprints. A valuable reference for serious Newfoundland collectors. Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #19. 8.5x11, Spiral Bound, 114 pp. 74.00 |
 B4h923.37 British Columbia & Vancouver Island Postal History, Colonial Period 1858-1871, 2005 by Warren S. Wilkinson. A compilation of key material from several major collections, Warren Wilkinson's British Columbia & Vancouver Island Postal History is a treat for the eye. Black & White Version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #37. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 160 pp. 36.95 |
 B4h923.371 British Columbia & Vancouver Island Postal History, Colonial Period 1858-1871, 2005 by Warren S. Wilkinson. A compilation of key material from several major collections, Warren Wilkinson's British Columbia & Vancouver Island Postal History is a treat for the eye. Colour Version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #37. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 160 pp. 102.00 |
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 B4h006 Newfoundland 1865-1879, The New York Printings, A Cover Study, 2005 by Sammy Whaley. An important update to Robert Pratt's 1989 census of Newfoundland First Cents period covers, with almost 1000 recorded and more than 700 of them illustrated, a large number in colour. 8.5 X 11, Tape Bound, 284 pp. 83.00 |
 B4h923.35 Prince Edward Island Philately 1794-1873, 2005 by Martyn Cusworth. Marty Cusworth's Prince Edward Island exhibit, Reserve Grand Award winner at BNAPEX 2004 in Baltimore, presents a fascinating study of an often-overlooked area of Canadian philately. BNAPS Exhbiti Series #35. Black & white version. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 194 pp. 39.95 |
 B4h923.351 Prince Edward Island Philately 1794-1873, 2005 by Martyn Cusworth. Marty Cusworth's Prince Edward Island exhibit, Reserve Grand Award winner at BNAPEX 2004 in Baltimore, presents a fascinating study of an often-overlooked area of Canadian philately. BNAPS Exhbiti Series #35. Colour version. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 194 pp. 120.00 |
 B4h923.36 The Law Stamps Of British Columbia And Their Uses 1879-1984, 2005 by Ian McTaggart-Cowan. This collection of British Columbia Law stamps, prepared by Ian McTaggart-Cowan, contains many proofs and several unique documents. Black & White version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #36. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 170 pp. 37.95 |
 B4h923.361 The Law Stamps Of British Columbia And Their Uses 1879-1984, 2005 by Ian McTaggart-Cowan. This collection of British Columbia Law stamps, prepared by Ian McTaggart-Cowan, contains many proofs and several unique documents. Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #36. 8.5 X 11, Spiral Bound, 170 pp. 104.50 |
 B4h016.1 Travelling Post Office Postmarks of Newfoundland & Labrador, 2005 by Brian T. Stalker. The most comprehensive study of this subject ever published. Brian Stalker has spent four years undertaking a complete review and re-assessment of previously published data and creating around five hundred postmark illustrations. 8.5 x 11, Spiral bound, 115 pp. 34.95 |
 B4h923.43 Newfoundland 1897 Royal Family, Dead Letter Seal and Map Stamps, 2006 by John M. Walsh. A thorough award winning study of the stamps and postal history of these late Victorian and Edwardian issues of Newfoundland. Black & white version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #43. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 122 pp. 33.95 |
 B4h923.431 Newfoundland 1897 Royal Family, Dead Letter Seal and Map Stamps, 2006 by John M. Walsh. A thorough award winning study of the stamps and postal history of these late Victorian and Edwardian issues of Newfoundland. Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #43. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 122 pp. 90.00 |
 B4h923.42 Newfoundland Postal History 1857-1899, 2006 by Colin D. Lewis. Pre- and post- UPU correspondence highlights this award winning study of 19th Century Newfoundland mails. Black & White version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #42. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 146 pp. 35.95 |
 B4h923.421 Newfoundland Postal History 1857-1899, 2006 by Colin D. Lewis. Pre- and post- UPU correspondence highlights this award winning study of 19th Century Newfoundland mails. Colour version. BNAPS Exhibit Series #42. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 146 pp. 100.00 |
 B4h026.1 Plating Studies on Prince Edward Island Stamps I. The Two Pence Issue - Scott #1 and #5, 2006 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The first book of a new series brings to light previously unknown plating varieties in the Pence stamps of Prince Edward Island. In colour. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 158 pp. 105.00 |
 B4h027.1 Plating Studies on Prince Edward Island Stamps II. The Three Pence Issue - Scott #6, 2007 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The second of three books in this series reveals a most interesting discovery relating to the very structure of the plate material and how this affects the stamps printed from the plates. In colour. 8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 76 pp. 67.00 |
 B4h028.1 Plating Studies on Prince Edward Island Stamps III. The Four Pence Issue - Scott #9, 2007 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The third book in the series, illustrating how the actual structure of the plate material affects both the white and yellow paper printings of this stamp. In colour.8.5 X 11, Spiral bound, 156 pp. 106.00 |
 B4h9035.1 Plating Studies on Prince Edward Island Stamps IV. The Six Cent Issue - Scott #15, 2008 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The fourth book in this series, showing the many varieties that can be found in the Six cent value of the PEI cents issue. In colour. Spiral bound, 158 pp. 8.5 X 11, 106.00 |
 B4h9036.1 Plating Studies on Prince Edward Island Stamps V. The Twelve Cent Issue - Scott #16, 2008 by Kenneth A. Kershaw. The fifth book in this series, showing the many varieties that can be found in the Twelve cent value of the PEI cents issue. In colour. Spiral bound, 202 pp. 8.5 X 11, 128.00 |
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