eBay Chat: Stamps

eBay chatboard archive: Feb-26-07 to Mar-04-07 week

Posted by cfrphoto ( 1035

)

on Mar-04-07 at 22:45:16 PST

220man:

A 3¢ single line watermark perf 8½ coil cannot easily be faked because no 3¢ single line watermark stamps were issued and no sheet stamps were perf 8½. It is likely that the coil is genuine but with the possibility that one edge was trimmed later to balance the upper and lower margins. Careful examination of the edges with a 15 power glass and measuring from a 1600 DPI scan can determine if the imperf edges are truly parallel. The appearance of the imperf edges of a flat plate auto-wound coil (some perf 12 #388, perf 8½ and perf 10 flat plate) can be compared at high magnification an early rotary coil.

If the stamp does not have a clear single line watermark, then anything is possible. Here is another link to the image:

220man 3 cent coil

Posted by jaywild ( 926

)

on Mar-04-07 at 22:04:31 PST

Thank you Lindy… ??????

J

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 926

)

on Mar-04-07 at 21:33:41 PST

D2… Well, eBay has made it impossible to report the type of fraud Johnny is committing. They have divided their reporting pages to a few middling complaints, that you cannot deviate from, so the hope of getting this jerk off eBay is a will o’ the wisp. So Lindy it is not possible to complain that Johnno is still a Powerseller while not meeting the criteria. More eBay bullsh*t!!

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-04-07 at 20:35:30 PST

Oh dear!, Johnno's latest negative for 'damaged by sea water' (tap water more likely!), has taken his feeback to 97.4%..... and he needs 98% to retain his POWERSELLER status.. so sad, too bad!

Jim Not the Rowland Hill awards (they are already a real philatelic award), maybe the VICTORIA DOUBLE-CROSS AWARD !?

Linda

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Mar-04-07 at 19:20:24 PST

Song for worldwide collectors

Here

" I've got one from spain and two from japan"

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 19:18:27 PST

Just got this not really that suprising but quite interesting. Takes a few bit(s) to download.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:58:22 PST

Io Those Darwin awards are a real kick. I need to remember to check it out better when I have the time. You're right ebay should provide an inexhaustible feeding ground. Right now I have the happy task of adding a few stamps to my Guatemalean collection.

oas-cny Greetings. Yes I do have one of those on my website, not to hard to find (bottom right corner of the page.
I do not know who told you not to ignore jaywilds comments, but I can guess. Jim is a good guy and is always happy to help anyone with a question (on early U.S.) that is proposed in a answerable manner.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1253

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:33:33 PST

:8^(
My body is saying it's past time for bed, and the clock says I must stay up. I think it's time for the body to win.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1253

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:32:11 PST

JimNice!. Arizona is not easy, but for Indiana there are at least six “Holy Grails” that are “One Only” copies to complete the Types for the state. The rarest Town does have very few (either 6 or ten), but it’s actually an institution, so….

FWIW, I understand that the Chinese & Japanese languages have character for both words and letters. So, I’ll post some of them as I’m not that familiar with the difference. There are two many irons in the fire for me to add learning that at this time.

In keeping with the "Non-Latin Alphabet" theme here’s

Here’s a post card mailed from China to Israel, two countries that rely on languages using “non-Latin” alphabets.
address side.

The Great Wall is depicted on the back.

Jim L.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:24:03 PST

Thanks Bill D. I was composing my post when you made yours.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:22:29 PST

oas-cny… Yes, now I remember saying that you did not post the miscreants name to your discredit, a statement I stand by. Why would you call attention to a possible crook, then make it almost impossible to find him? Whatever your motives, they were hardly creditable.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3445

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:22:06 PST

db - oh! Never noticed that there before. duhh . . . .

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 18:02:19 PST

Postal, on this page, just above RELOAD

If you would like to report a stamp listing you suspect is in violation of eBay policy, then please visit the bottom of the Selling Stamps help page, or
www.ebay.com/scw.

David B.

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3445

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:54:56 PST

db - report button above what??

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:51:57 PST

postal, it is easiest to report it by clicking the report button above then go to the bottom of the page and click " report ",

whether it does any good is another matter,

David B.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:46:10 PST

David et al Well you know you gotta hand it to the guy. Where ever have you seen on ebay such a lenghty description on a particular item (that seems nearly irrelevant), I wonder if anyone ever would spend the hour reading it. Of course we all know Johhny is much to busy (as he always states) to spend much time responding to anything and often keeps his chat posts down to 1,000 words or less. Now if that is not pure B.S., then I have not been around the block enough times.

Posted by wrd3 ( 99

) on Mar-04-07 at 17:43:00 PST

oas-cny to satisfy your curiosity about jaywild's post, below is everything he posted alluding to you after your initial post.

Regards,
Bill D.

SCAM ALERT!!! The funny auctions alluded to here yesterday by oas-cny, although to his discredit he did not reveal the seller’s ID, have been found and yes, Virginia, they are scams. Here is one of his lots, but now look at this—same stamp. Further perusal of hsauctions stuff will reveal more amazing similarities.

Found them in an old album, eh? B*llsh*t.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3445

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:40:05 PST

I reported Jono's as a counterfeit.

It was not easy.

eBay really has no clickie for FAKE OR FRAUDULENT ITEM

I ended up in the category COUNTERFEIT COUPON.

I don't think eBay really gives a shirt what vendors sell here. Evidence by the fact that after one clicks REPORT THIS ITEM, go through their limited selections, THEN they ask to enter the item number which means retracing one's steps unless prepared for that detour.

caveat emptor y'all

Jeff

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:25:37 PST

D2

I think there ought to be an equivalent of Darwin Awards for stamp sellers.
Maybe we could call them Rowland Hill awards.
I'd be happy to host possible recipients on my web site.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 17:06:17 PST

IO,

The buyer of the Missent to Nazi Occupied Gibraltar card has eventually left him a Negative, I like Johnny's reply,

On close inspection the water damage is fabricated, cover is fraudulent, beware

Reply by jonathandean8: Ebay purchase originally, examined by leading dealer,different opinion expressed

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 16:58:48 PST

D2

Amazing how only the "Damaged by sea water" cancels get smudged by seawater after they have been presumably removed from seawater. The address remains intact.

This seller is a total moron.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 16:47:03 PST

Io,

I think Johnny is playing funny games with his junior handstamp kit again,

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150097859149&ssPageName=MERC_VIC_RCRX_Pr4_PcY_BID_IT&refitem=150079885681&itemcount=4&refwidgetloc=closed_view_item&usedrule1=CrossSell_LogicX&refwidgettype=cross_promot_widget

David B.

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Mar-04-07 at 16:40:07 PST

OAS-CNY-
If I rememeber correctly, You were unable to (afeared)
share the sellers ID jsut some cryptic decription
of the stamps in questions. It was Others who did the work and exposed the items and the seller .
So I do not (IMHO) think you deserve any accolades for
your Outing of anything. When in fact many others took the Ball and ran with it.
Maybe you were the waterboy.
The others who did the work were and are the Team.
again just MHO.
You exposed only a description which did not even lead directly to the items in question. I remember 5 or six folks who tried and finally found those items using
many different type of searches.
So don't hurt Urself while patting your own back.

Posted by abt1950 ( 224

)

on Mar-04-07 at 16:31:23 PST

Evening/morning/afternoon from a soon-to-be frigid NJ. The ongoing story of the scarlet-handed pimp has made for intesesting reading. His take on the pitfalls of selling a collection is masterful in the way it plays on every paranoic fear felt by collectors and their heirs.

Bill: Good luck on getting this guy. As you can tell, he's been a topic of discussion before on this board and others.

Anne in NJ

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 16:04:23 PST

Jim & Steve

Nothing to become acrimonious about.
Steve stated that he suspected a seller of stealing images without naming the person.
Jim berated Steve for not naming the person.

No problem.
The person was nabbed and foiled.
Kudos to both of you and all the others involved.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 15:12:45 PST

oas-cny… I’m afraid I am completely in the dark about what you are saying. As I recall, upon a question you posted I contacted one of my sources who looked up possible connections between known scammers and medvid1978. Don’t recall saying anything particular about you, nor can I imagine a reason for doing so.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Mar-04-07 at 15:12:33 PST

Alec -- Many thanks for the A-Z suggestion. It was really fun and I hope we do it again in the future, after I have found a few things I couldn't lay my hands on quickly. I do have many items in mind for many letters that are currently buried. Yesterday I spent a bit of time, without success, trying to find a cover perfect for ZIP CODE. About a year ago I ran across a cover in old family correspondence that gave pause. It was a letter from my sister in Hawaii, with the ZIP code tacked on with a different pen than the address. I checked and discovered the postmark date was ONE WEEK BEFORE the official launch date (July 1, 1963) of the ZIP code program! I'd be hard pressed to find an earlier cover using a ZIP code! There was no reason for anyone to have penned it on after it was received, so either my sister or a postal worker became aware of the correct number in the new (upcoming) program and appended it. My sis had no memory of it, of course, after more than 40 years.

Anyway, that cover will surface one of these days and I'll post it here.

Bob in WA

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 15:03:09 PST

Peter

Those references are hilarious.

I thought of putting a few on my web site.
Starting with this one from my old friend Ronny.

It's the old jail. (it became too inhumane for prisoners, so now houses the Sheriff's department).

Posted by oas-cny ( 1198

) on Mar-04-07 at 15:00:10 PST

Hey Jay - what did you say about me when I broke the scam medvid1978 or whomever stole his ID was trying?

Heard it though the grapvine that I was to ignore your comments --- just curious what you had to say!

I'm a rookie so take it easy on me but what a pottery dealer starts selling rare stamps for $50 each requiring Paypal payments in 3 days then even I could smell a fraud.

Posted by oas-cny ( 1198

) on Mar-04-07 at 14:54:48 PST

I'm fighting a losing battle over the 209b. So many misrepresent this issue it ridiculous. A $3.00 stamp being sold for hundreds.

So many dark browns are called 209b -- the real color is black brown --- see 130021336695 -- you can clearly see this stamp is black brown.

It's like the 518 violet brown and 518b deep brown -- once you have seen one you know the difference.

Anyone know where a defitive pictice of a 209b black brown is let me know! I question ever a couple of the certified ones being sold --- I was at Mystic Stamp and they had dozens of the black browns -- clearly black then a touch of brown!

thanks

OAS-CNY or scheidel@scheidelco.com

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 14:13:04 PST

Linda & Bjorn Thanx

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 14:10:49 PST

NOIP… Just got this image from a fellow who deals in precancels. (The contrast has been greatly exaggerated so it can be read.) It’s the Holy Grail of Arizona precancels—Jokake—even crummy copies of which command several hundred dollars.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3445

)

on Mar-04-07 at 14:03:33 PST

Mike the Pimp has a phone number listed on his ME page. Has he been phoned? I have not been keeping up this weekend.

eBay used to have escrow payment services available. I never used it. Does it still exist?

Jeff

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 13:30:10 PST

dbenson, David, yes disappointed, but he's the expert. I really couldn't find a matching circumference in any of my hundreds of examples, so I kinda figured it to be bad. Have 2 other items he declared fake and/or forged that I will be listing in the future.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 13:27:20 PST

ant-ra, isn't the buyer's email address included in the end-of-auction email you get? I know the seller's is in the email I get as a buyer.

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-04-07 at 13:26:29 PST

Mitch, their email address is in the end of auction email sent to you by ebay.
Linda

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 13:21:28 PST

Anybody know how to get a buyers email address these days?. It use to be on your ebay summary page, now nothing. I went as far as to request contact information and got everything but an email address (although it looks like they sent him mine). This person is trying to back out of a "buy it now" and I was trying to send them an email stating my thoughts. The email is to long for the box ebay has for contacting members. I don't know how to condense it farther and still make myself perfectly clear.
As if dealing with this stuff was not a large pain before Ebay has figured out a way to make it even more nerve racking.
Plz any thoughts?

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 13:13:39 PST

Charles, I bet you were really disappointed when the LV came back from the expertiser, it looks so good. I seem to remember you mentioning the acquisition on Richard's board a few years ago,

David B.

Posted by knuden ( 2214

)

on Mar-04-07 at 13:00:00 PST

peetah - I know I'm a bit late but in my Michel Ganzsachen-Katalog Europa West from 2000/01 your British Empire Exhibition Postal envelope has cat. # U29 and have a catalog value of €20 ($26). :O)

K.E

I'm a silly little man - whoopee!!

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 12:59:56 PST

dbenson

David, thanks for the tip on the Morocco - I'll try and get it changed. As for the restaurant, my wife and decided that we didn't want to be in the business any more. I am 60, she's 59 and it took a lot out of both of us. Sold the trucking company in Jan. 2004, we really didn't need it to eat, more of a playhouse than anything. Now it's time to be retired and get back to stamps.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:55:09 PST

Charles, they are listed in Gibbons as Postal Fiscals, it is F14 although a fake cancel on a fiscal stamp still makes it a fiscal and not a postal fiscal although it may need a legal opinion to decide.

I remember when you mentioned that you were remodelling the restaurant (for your daughter from memory), what made you decide to sell (and why place on Ebay)

David B.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:52:00 PST

Charles, I would lave it in Brit. Commonwealth but change the description to make it eye catching.

title

MOROCCO AGENCIES, 1901 KEVII 3p. on 2s.6 Purple, Mazagan.

description,

MOROCCO AGENCIES, SPANISH CURRENCY, 1901 3p. on 2s.6 Dull Purple canc. Mazagan.

There is no need for any catalogue numbers as the main collectors of those are in GB & Germany.

The Romania was easy to see as the top left 2 touches the frame. That site is one of the best on the web for any country to discern forgeries,

The LV should still have either Lombardy Venetia or better still Austria Italy in the title then searches may pick it up,

David B.

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 12:50:14 PST

dbenson Actually, there is no catalog # for the LV. It's just a fiscal postally used. At least not in Fercehenbauer anyway, maybe in some specialized fiscal catalog.

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 12:47:17 PST

ant-ra There is still a flat fee for listing real estate. It's for sale, if you're interested. The reason ebay has me in Germany is that I am a registered seller on ebay.de and that's the box they put me in.

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 12:43:50 PST

dbenson

David, thanks for the heads-up on the Romania. I will delist it. The LV is in Italy and area so think it's OK. Where would you put the Morroco, if not in British Commonwealth?

Posted by sayasan ( 632

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:36:52 PST

wmralph

Duncan may be referring to this rant, which I posted earlier:

"jmav@earthlink.net (Michael DuBasso) EBAY IS NO LONGER A VIABLE AUCTION HOUSE! For over a century the excitement and interest in auction firms was built on sales based on "what you see is what you get." Every product was sold on an "AS IS BASIS." That is no longer Ebays policy. The vendor must now under Ebays new terms and conditions fully warantee anything sold on their site. The buyer may return anything they want by simply stating "It's not as described." The buyer after examing the item can find a tiny flaw or even create a tiny flaw and return the item for a full refgund. This is all great for the buyer but the vendor has no recourse! EBAY IS NOTHING OTHER THAN A RETAIL STORE."

I found that when I googled your seller's name. It's on a site www.auctionwire.info, which is now suspended, so you would need to click on the cached pages link in the Google result, where it is archived. But I'll try and link to it here. You might need to "control F" the name DuBasso to find it among all the verbiage.

Good luck.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:34:45 PST

Chaswilly, the Lombardy fake cancel is a nice item and possibly an Italian colector may desire it but you have listed it without stating the country, only the catalogue number. If I was you I would reword the description (and while your at it the Morocco as well),

David B.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:32:20 PST

Chaswilly,

I suggest that you add this to your list of favorites,

http://www.romaniastamps.com/forg/forgeframe.htm

then you can add the Romania 2pa. Cuza to your list of forgeries.

I noticed that you listed the Romania with a description which will make it easy to identify for those who do not use Scott's but you listed the Morocco Agencies with a Scott's number which makes it difficult. It will easily sell if you listed it with a proper description as it is a very scarce stamp with a rare cancel.

I also noticed that the forged stamps are not marked on the reverse as per Ebay's rulings, there has been some discussion lately,

David B.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:28:18 PST

chaswilly Is the restaurant a forgery? Seems odd you are listed as being in Germany and the restaurant is in
Joplin Mo. Is there still a flat out listing fee for real estate, if not seems like A $1,700,000 reerve would be kinda pricey. I know you area long time poster and I have no doubt of your integrity but it seemed curious to me <:~`)

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-04-07 at 12:17:29 PST

Bill H. As I suggested last night (and also Bjorn)
I saved all the images to disk from that auction just in case you did not know how to do it, or the seller erased them before you got around to it. If you happen to need them (at any time)I can email them to you. You should also make scans of the pages you recieved.
Mitchell

Posted by chaswilly ( 1603

) on Mar-04-07 at 11:52:51 PST

I just listed a couple of forged goodies, if anyone's interested.

Posted by keleofa ( 3391

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:37:42 PST

Swiss Hotel markings,

Baur au Lac - Flag receiving marking?

I was wondering if anyone familiar with Swiss hotel markings (Roger?) can tell me specifically what I have. I know Baur au Lac is a fancy hotel in Zurich. This is a purple date stamp, 25 Mar 1906. Card is posted Zurich to Berlin. Back of card depicts Zurich Polytechnikum.

T I A,

Matt in Arizona

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Mar-04-07 at 11:37:34 PST

wmralph The link you want is here on his own website:-
http://www.americanphilatelic.com/auctionpitfalls.html

The reference list makes fun reading!
Peter

Posted by knackshack ( 1775

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:26:24 PST

hello just thought i would stop by and say Hi...:)

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:23:34 PST

Vinny, that's a good question.

Ebay does have a Fakes & Reproductions category but it is not mandatory that all fakes are listed there.

The original arrangement between the APS & Ebay was rushed through without any discussion with Ebay users and was organised by a small group from the APS. At that time the manager of Stamps Ebay.US had virtually no philatelic knowledge (I think he had collected US fdc's when he was a youth) and relied on suggestions from the APS subcommittee who at that time could only see a huge increase in applications for certificates as the motive for getting involved with Ebay. The British Manager of Ebay.Stamps had a better philatelic background and realised that by making a compromise and allowing forgeries to be only listed in the forgery category was doing more for philately.

For an individual to mark stamps on the back in any way just for the privilege of being allowed to be sold on Ebay.US is one of the worst decisions that has ever been made in philately. It has most probably caused more genuine stamps to be ruined and forged stamps to be virtually uncollectible,

David B.

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 11:15:48 PST

I feel a little bit like I am going from pillar to post. LOL I'll hold onto the cover and list it with a used 432 or 433 I know I have lurking somewhere. Thank you both for the input!

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 11:10:13 PST

Or swipe it from another poster? LOL £ Never cared much more covers myself for that very reason.

Posted by vinnysf ( 360

) on Mar-04-07 at 11:09:22 PST

dbenson: thanks for the response. i think marking the stamp with a sharpie ruined the provisional fake completely. its got a few bids so at least it will be gone. why doesn't the U.S. ebay have a fakes and forgeries section like ebay U.K.? they definitly have enough forgeries listed to justify having such a section

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:06:38 PST

IO, they were starting prices at Auctions, I don't know the realisations.

Peetah, you may as well list it, you have already scanned it,

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:04:02 PST

peetah

I don't know if D2's values are for suggested value or selling price.
The 1925 Exhibition are not common.
Conversely, people are more retiscent about collecting stationery since it is so bulky.

Easiest way to posting pound symbol is to google "pound sign " and cut and paste it.

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Mar-04-07 at 11:02:16 PST

Here are two more ????????? Gryazovets and ?????? Irbit

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Mar-04-07 at 10:44:09 PST

other alpabet ???????? which is Krapivna which got me interested in Russin Zemstvo. Greetings Rainer 22028

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 10:39:56 PST

now why won't that code for Pounds take

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 10:38:54 PST

Grrrrr! £ 55 = £ 22 Thanx dbenson not worth listing I guess.

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 10:36:05 PST

iomoon 4 shilling/10shillings = 40% so a guess of 40% of £55 = £22 = $42.75 (2001) would not seem unreasonable. I wonder what the SG 2007 is for GB 433. Tried their online site, but I just keep spinning my wheels. I'll try it again later. But, even at $42.75 it seems worth listing.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-04-07 at 10:34:19 PST

Peetah,

I found these up for sale at different local auctions in GB,

1925 H&GB25 (Huggins EP87) Empire Exhibition 1½d brown on cream unused envelope. £5.00

Great Britain EP67 KGV 1.5d brown 1925 Empire Exhibition envelope Mint £5.00

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 10:04:21 PST

peetah

For comparison, the stamp in mint condition was valued at 10 shillings in 1951. The stamp in mint condition was valued at £55 in my 2001 catalog.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 09:55:57 PST

peetah

It is EP48 in Robson Lowe's Encyclopedia of British Empire Postage Stamps, Great Britain and the Empire in Europe.
It was valued at 4 shillings in mint condition in 1951, for what its worth.

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 09:30:51 PST

Thanx, iomoon Picture = 1000 words, so here is a picture of my
GB SG#433 envelope.
Any Great Britain collector able to value this?

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 09:26:02 PST

peetah

SG 433 is the 1 1/2d brown 1925 British Empire Exhibition.
SG does not list stationery.

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-04-07 at 09:24:54 PST

Re the $15,000 SCAM

To Duncan C.

Your comments have been most helpful & well written. Please, can you give me a link to the auction site with the seller's "rant about eBay's selling rules" ?
Certainly, theft by fraud is a federal crime, and I will assist any investigation by authorities. One in Baltimore is already familiar...

Of interest, Conrad Black, a once-Canadian, is charged with
mail fraud, wire fraud & etc. & the Chicago trial is big news here in cold Canada.

Sincere thanks Duncan for your helpful discussion
Bill H.

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-04-07 at 09:23:53 PST

A-Z My thanks go to everyone who participated in the ABC show these past 26 weeks. It was a far greater success than I ever imagined it would be. The vast array of material shown was simply astounding. What was especially pleasing to me was to see so many new faces taking part. The main thing was so much fun was had and many really dug deep and used their imagination to find things to post.
I don't know if it is a hassle asking someone to judge the weekly showings for the current and future themes as that does place some in an awkward spot especialy if they are not online all the time and miss a few days of posts.
Personally I'd be quite happy for ones to simply show whatever they can come up with relevant to the weekly topic with no judging being made by anyone.
Posts do not need to have a detailed explanation unless the poster wishes to do so.
Help is available for anyone else wishing to take part who does not know how. Please do not be scared to ask either openly here or mail me privately via ebay.
No one will ridicule any material shown so have no fear of that happening. The common material is just as welcome to be shown as anything unique or rare.
You don't have to own the material shown but if it is a copied image then please do say so. Having fun is the aim of the game.

Bill H Until you have sought expert legal advice and help I would not make any statements openly here of your intentions or what action is being taken against that seller. However please do let us know the final outcome. Needless to say we do feel sorry for your loss and sadly it is something that happens all to often.
I know it is hard to take in that you have been scammed and it is easy to feel foolish in that you were taken in. Many would not admit to such a thing out of sheer embaressment but I take my hat off to you for having the courage to admit you made a big mistake. Fingers crossed you do get your money back. What the chances are of that I honestly don't know, but good luck in your endevours.
Such scammers are the scum of the earth and should be shot on sight !

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 09:20:46 PST

iomoon Just wanting to make sure we are talking about the same thing. By stamped envelope I meant as in postal stationary.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 09:10:40 PST

peetah

It went on sale May 6th 1925 and had sold out by October 30th of same year.
SG values it (in my old catalog) at £65 on cover.

Posted by peetah ( 466

) on Mar-04-07 at 09:01:03 PST

Any Great Britain collector. I have a GB SG# 433 stamped envelope (about 12 mm x 9.5mm) that has been kicking around here for some time. Any value to this item?

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-04-07 at 08:55:36 PST

Good morning members re THE $15,000 SCAM

I have looked at the US Criminal Code & find it most useful in this impending case. Sections apparently contravened by the seller of Item # 220073134492 Mr. M. DuBasso are:

Title 18 Section 1341 Frauds & Swindles [mail fraud]: "Whoever, having devised or intending to devise any scheme or artifice to defraud, ... or to sell, ... any counterfeit"

Of particular interest to US collectors as the four $2 to $5 Columbian MNHOG 'reprints' in the $15,000 swindle Item # 220073134492 link to
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=012&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=220073134492&rd=1&rd=1
These are counterfeit copies of stamps that are still valid for US postage (!). Apply this law:

Title 18 501 Postage stamps, postage meter stamps, and postal cards:
"2nd Para ...Whoever makes or prints, or knowingly uses or sells... Whoever after such postage stamp, postage meter stamp, stamped envelope, or postal card has been printed, with intent to defraud, delivers the same to any person ... imprisoned not more than 5 years.."

Title 18 1343 Fraud by wire, radio, or television:
"Whoever, having devised or intending to devise any scheme or artifice to defraud, or for obtaining money or property by means of false or fraudulent pretenses... transmits...30 years". Includes any Ebay / Net transactions.

Above from Cornell Law School http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/html/uscode18/usc_sec_18_00001343----000-.html

All is going very well with my investigations - I will post actions in the near future for the benefit of all. In the code there is even a section on fradulent foreign stamps Title 25 Chapter 25 Section 502.

For those following comments since yesterdy's original posting, it will not be posssible for me to "bare all" the costs of a possible USPS Inspection Service investigation in this possible felony offense.

Bill H. in Canada

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:55:12 PST

Choose not chose.

STÖÐVARFJARÐAR

Posted by deh3 ( 1426

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:53:24 PST

Not exactly part of an alphabet (Chinese characters do not constitute an alphabet), but here
are two examples of a bilingual AR handstamp, the Chinese characters meaning (I'm told) double registered. The same term is used in Greek Cyprus (I'm told), diplosystemeni (I won't attempt to put it in Greek letters), to mean the same thing.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:46:12 PST

ÐÐÐÐÐÐ

I finally figured it out.
Go to control panel.
Click 'date, time, language,regional option´
Click ´regional and language options
Click language.
Click details.
Click on add.
Chose desired language

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 08:39:11 PST

deh3, no I didn't forget it but that letter doesn't come at the end, it's between D and E. It doesn't appear to be used at the start of words, but I did show one that contains two, namely HERÐUBREIÐ

Posted by taodave ( 137

) on Mar-04-07 at 08:37:55 PST

ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

Not true--- the Z's were very exciting to judge! And there were so many of them!!

I savoured every one of the entries. Being of a postal history bent, I was very impressed early on by lavart's Zurück entry, but then knuden posted a fascinating group of his own Zurücks. I thought knuden really had the contest sewn up when he later posted a group of wonderful Sudetenland Zepps. But then, late in the contest, lavart upped a second group of great Zurücks, this time from the German Colonies, which he knows are a special weakness of mine (although I was just a tiny bit disappointed that he didn't include one from DOA).

Lavar, you may not have won your race against Arnold S for Governor of California, but you HAVE won the eBay chatboard Z contest. I hope you enjoy judging this week's non-Latin alphabet entries, which I note have already started to pour in.

taodave

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:32:00 PST

? is for
?????? (rossiya)

Posted by deh3 ( 1426

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:26:10 PST

Bjornmu: You forgot the eth (I haven't figured out how to put it here), also known as thodh, with a hard th sound (as opposed to the soft th sound of the thorn). A capital eth (D with a short horizontal stroke through it) appears on one of the Icelandic stamps you showed. I believe both eth and thorn were used in English until about the fifteenth or sixteenth century.

Posted by 1covers ( 1293

)

on Mar-04-07 at 08:11:22 PST

Sometimes an attorney may have previously handled cases against a party which may give them an advantage in securing a fast settlement.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 07:55:11 PST

Well last night, apart from the eclipse, we broke the record minimum for the day at 9.5F.

Duncan

The aggressiveness of the RCMP in the case of Madison61 may have been because he was a Canadian citizen.

Posted by duncan_doenitz ( 113

) on Mar-04-07 at 07:38:36 PST

To wmralph,

EBay's rules for selling stamps are clear - they DO NOT allow "As Is" sales of stamps regarding authenticity. That type of sale is sucker bait, meant to lure those who want to believe that known fakes might actually be genuine items.

Under eBay's Help > Policies > Listing Policies for Sellers > Selling Stamps they state "Do not sell an item 'As Is' regarding authenticity." Period. They do allow "As Is" sales in bulk lots regarding condition, but do require full disclosure of condition issues.

EBay also states that stamp sellers can be disciplined for failure to follow the APS Code of Ethics, which also reiterates the same position on "As Is" sales.

Bad sellers may try to ignore their obligations when posting questionable items on eBay, but obviously their attemts cannot be allowed to circumvent the rules of eBay or chaos would result. Um... greater chaos would result.

Anyway your seller clearly knows the rules as he stated at another online site in his rant about eBay's selling rules so he can't deny knowing that he has violated those rules.

His claim to 45 years of experience helping clients build valuable collections, and his ads offering to appraise and sell collections don't portray someone who can't tell genuine stamps from fakes. He can't have it both ways.

Intentionally offering stamps known to be fakes as "As Is" items, as possibly genuine but priced as (non existent) reprints or as possible replicas, puts the seller on really shaky ground especially if he claims to be a professional in the field. And further he has no excuse at all when the items are being sold a second time, after the first auction at $15,000 fell through.

Theft by fraud is a crime, and his actions both before and after the sale demonstrate his intent - he intends to stiff you with a heavily salted collection that he know is bad. A genuine appraisal of the sold items, or the difference between the value of genuine items vs fakes, might determine whether it's a felony effense.

The advice to seek help from Canadian authorities sounds like a good idea, because they have been aggressive in the past.

I'm just saying...

-Dunc

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-04-07 at 07:35:03 PST

Good day all.

I can't figure out how to change my keyboard.
But here is Armenia in Armenian.
The letters ho, ayp, hee, ayp, men, diun, ayp, nu.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 07:01:24 PST

I dôñt ha?? anythi? to show ?òr ???š week…

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-04-07 at 06:49:16 PST

bjorn… Nice find!!!

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 05:31:55 PST

I have now extended the time range of my collection back to 1801! The previous oldest were 1812 (rather unclear) and 1833.

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-04-07 at 04:46:58 PST

.....is for a feeble attempt to keep up with a posting a week.
2006 cover from Karuzawa Nagano Japan with various Japanese stamps, and AIRMAIL in Japanese and English.

Linda

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Mar-04-07 at 04:45:54 PST

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rather than posting them directly to this board.
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Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-04-07 at 03:52:18 PST

oh wow! Bjorn, thank you! that was fun reading

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 03:47:25 PST

I hope you could all read those letters. :-)

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1253

)

on Mar-04-07 at 03:43:29 PST

Don't know what I did with that post. I'll report it.
I had tried to acknowledge that I'd noticed the "Hong Kong" on the stamps after I posted the cover. :8^(

Jim L.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 03:43:16 PST

Last alphabet letters:

Danish/Norwegian: Å is for Ålesund, a cover I just bought elsewhere which has the bonus of being sent to Åland.

Swedish: Ö is for Östersund, a town roughly in the middle os Sweden.

Icelandic: Ö is for Örn (Eagle).

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 03:41:50 PST

Next letters in the alphabets:

Danish/Norwegian: Ø is for Ørn (Eagle).

Swedish: Ä is for Älg (Elk/Moose). Coil and booklet versions.

Icelandic: Æ is for Æskunna (I think) which would mean "Youth", this is for the International Youth Year, and I'm pretty sure the word "Alþjóðlegt" must be the one that means international.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 03:39:35 PST

OK, here are my "beyond Z" contributions. First entry:

Danish/Norwegian: Æ is for Ærøskøbing where this house is from.

Swedish: Å is for Åland, a group of islands that belong to Finland but is 100% Swedish speaking. BTW, the leftmost stamp could also double as Æ for Ærfugl, which is the Norwegian name of that bird. In fact, I think a dialect word for the female is just Æ.

Icelandic: Þ (thorn) is of course for Þrir, which means "three", a well-known and rare overprint from November 1897, here I have borrowed a picture of a pair with combined small and large overprint, from a current auction with an opening bid of $1500.

But it's also for Þjónusta, meaning "service" or official stamps, here the 1902 and 1907 sets complete.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1253

)

on Mar-04-07 at 03:36:24 PST

Greetings
and an Indiana "Good Morning"
to you all

malolo & David B.
Thanks for sorting out the cancel, I’d simply mounted it in my World Wide used albums. Now I’ve made a note beside it. Someday, hopefully, I’ll re-do the page.

22028
Non Latin Alphabets could include, but are not limited to: Greek letters; Hebrew; Chinese, Japanese, or Korean and many of the Indian dialects; as well as Cyrillic – Bulgaria, USSR, etc.
As for myself, I’d count the German letters with vowel markings as Latin based. But I doubt that we’ll be that picky about what people post. As for me, I’ll try and limit myself to stamps that lack Latin letters. That does restrict me a bit, but that’s part of the challenge.

In keeping with the "Non-Latin letters" theme here’s a registered cover that brought me a lot from Hong Kong, after transfer back to the Chinese.

The front.

The back.

Jim L.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-04-07 at 01:32:51 PST

Bill H, if you need to prove what the description and terms looked like, it may be possible (at least technically) to get that confirmed by eBay, so pimp can't claim that you have made it up. But you may have to act fast to get that information before it's lost.

Whether eBay will do so is another matter...

Perhaps you should also get some third party to save the images so that you can discover if he tampers with them (hopefully, he hasn't already done so).

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 22:47:49 PST

Emerald, the genuine local handstamped overprint on the Mult. CA 30pa. is 14.25mm x 2.5mm. The overprint on Crown CA is 14.5mm. x 2.5mm.

David B.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 22:42:01 PST

Roger,

sorry, no Notting Hill PO in Natal, there is a Nottingham & a Nottingham Road although close enough is not good enough,

At that time there was a lot of British tourists in Zululand & Northern Natal, all in army uniform, seeing that the cancel is Notting Hill I would presume it was one of them that took the mint stamps back to London and got them cancelled at his local PO.

David B.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 22:15:42 PST

Emerald, The 30pa. Specimen on Multiple Crown watermark was from prersentation sets and is very scarce. The normal specimen 30pa. is watermarked Crown CA not Multiple.

David B.

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-03-07 at 22:15:37 PST

emerald.. SG only list the SPECIMEN prices for sets

Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Mar-03-07 at 22:01:33 PST

David -
Strange coincidence! I guess a researcher would have to determine whether the was a PO in Notting Hill, Natal (Zululand). I'll slink back to Schweiz. )'>)

Roger

Posted by emerald2p ( 884

) on Mar-03-07 at 21:56:45 PST

Being handicapped with a Scott catalog,I have another specimen question.

This time I have a Cyprus mint King Edward VII 1904-07 30 Paras Multiple Crown and C A.Has a black specimen overprint and would appreciate a value.

Thank you...

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 21:53:53 PST

Roger,

akchewly, it is a Notting Hill, Norlan Square, London cancel but the overprint looks OK, either from an uncancelled letter or cto,

David B.

Posted by 22028 ( 1566

)

on Mar-03-07 at 21:40:14 PST

So what are non latin alphabet letters? i.e. Ä, Ö, Ü and ß as found in German language?

Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Mar-03-07 at 21:23:49 PST

Jim L -
I read the cancel as Notting Hill, Natal, South Africa:
http://www.nottinghilllodge.co.za/

Roger

Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Mar-03-07 at 20:58:53 PST

I'm taking the eazee way out mainly because I can't decide what to scan for "ZZZZZZ's". I had choices between Zell, Zermatt, Zofingen, Zollikon, Zug, Zuoz, Zurzach, or Zuzwill. So, what to do? You are stuck with ZÜRICH - 13 pages if zou follow zee arrows.

Roger

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1253

)

on Mar-03-07 at 19:54:01 PST

In keeping with the "Z" theme here’s my last post for the “Z”s

It’s probably “worthless” but it is a Zululand overprint.

Someone please remind me or correct me:
Sunday we start with non-Latin alphabets and the following week is numbers.

Jim L.

Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Mar-03-07 at 19:22:31 PST

Paolo -
A demonstration of margins in Strubel blockshowing close to no space between stamps. A reason why four margin copies are special. The earlier issues have regular spaces, later were crooked and produced in a more sloppy manner. I do not own this block.

I also skipped the rayons, but have a CD describing all the stones and fakes. If you ever require details and think you wish to go in that direction, I'll send you a copy.

Any help I can offer for Strubels, just send me a scan and I can identify it by Zumstein cat number for you. I just need thread color and the scan!

Bjorn -
I realized the card came from Africa and my calulation is that the total franking should be 35 pfennigs. 10 for international card, 25 for registration. My 1989 Michel Germany specialized gives the on cover price for the 50 pfennig used overfranked. If different I would appreciate the information.

Roger

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-03-07 at 19:03:59 PST

wmralph Sorry for your unpleasant purchase. One should always remember (especially on ebay) if something looks to good to be true, IT IS. If that collection had all good stamps in it, then it would have sold for far more than $15,000. There are many obvious reprints, fakes and even cutout from souvenir sheets printed many decades later.
That said it appears to me that the Columbian scans are of REAL stamps! You should save every image from that auction before they are erased!!! If not your case will be very much hampered.
There are also many stamps in the wrong positions. One set to note is the first set of Hungary. These are not the lithos but engraved just like the set below them.
Best of Luck to you!
The World of Stamps

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 19:03:22 PST

b>Bill

I have the feeling that you will suffer the same obstacles that George found in his pathway.
eBay does not make it easy to ferret out less than above board sellers.
The "pimp" is one of the less than scrupulous sellers.

Probably Michael du Grassos' name has more to do with his involvement with the OJ Simpson case, rather than his apparent ability to correctly distinguish an upside down aeroplane on a stamp which a 10 year old could have figured out.

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Mar-03-07 at 18:57:20 PST

Makingthebestofit

This Catagory

Here Might make a buck or two.

Posted by making_the_best_of_it ( 13

) on Mar-03-07 at 18:44:46 PST

I'M HOPING SOMEONE OUT THERE CAN HELP ME WITH A QUESTION I HAVE ABOUT STAMPS/ENVELOPES. I HAVE 2 MINT CONDITION ENVELOPES WITH THE STAMPS AND VAICANE POST MARK. ONE I HAVE IS AN EASTER 98 ENVELOPE AND THE OTHER IS OF POPE PAUL II. COULD SOMEONE TELL ME WHAT CATEGORY IS THE BEST FOR ME TO I SHOULD LIST THEM?
THANK YOU

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 18:41:55 PST

wmralph, yes, the description is specifically worded to imply that some of the items described are in his opinion genuine although he must have known that they were modern worthless reproductions.

David B.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 18:03:59 PST

briguy… I guess people will fake anything! I once saw an imperf 2c black Harding that had laughably fake perfs. Why anyone would bother I don’t know. Just use that damned thing for postage!

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by vonbag ( 170

)

on Mar-03-07 at 18:01:37 PST

Sorry for the bold (although I know 'Peter' doesn't like these forms of explicit excusation) but I can't excuse Ralph's messages.

Kayako (from "the grudge")

Posted by vonbag ( 170

)

on Mar-03-07 at 17:58:00 PST

P.S. vertically, the Strubeli are more closely distanciated than the Tuscany Issues of 1852 - 1857 and 1860. There is really little in vertical distance between the prted elements, not for nothing I have one example with portions of 5 neighbouring stamps (at the bottom -- at the top the frame line is not alright).

Paolo

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 17:57:52 PST

Dear Honest Ebay stamp collectors/ dealers;

Much good help has come from postings today re
THE $15,000 Ebay SCAM, Item # 220073134492. Link to
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=012&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=220073134492&rd=1&rd=1
This was previously offered as item 220040872864, thanx greenwave4u.

Readers, of simple practical interest: is the description meant to deceive? Is a collection of old high value real stamps or simply fakes being described ? "Great rarities" phrase is mentioned twice. What about the Reunion pair? Fancy them after the reading to be real?

Note the $ value Columbians are described as real with MNHOG, how can a fake ever have OG?
How can they be honestly "figured" [i.e. tabulated] as 'reprints' just after discussion of their genuineness? With '40 years experience' pimpernal well knows Columbians were never Gov't reprinted.

Re The LAW, members correct me but intent to deceive is as serious as deceiving. This is a good test case to clean up Ebay dealings. Yes I am a novice collector, was not careful enough & was duped.

NOTE 'Terms & Conditions' posted now by pimp are not same as at time of sale. I wonder why, and have both. Thanks to all those who suggest I 'bare' all his legal expenses - perhaps they will be publically revealed. Member stamphick! your comment is very insightful.

I remain steadfast in pursuing this;
Readers please any other suggestions ? Learning about the seller's previous & present activities is helpful & inspiring.

Bill H. in Canada

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 17:57:41 PST

Dear Honest Ebay stamp collectors/ dealers;

Much good help has come from postings today re
THE $15,000 Ebay SCAM, Item # 220073134492. Link to
http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=012&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=220073134492&rd=1&rd=1
This was previously offered as item 220040872864, thanx greenwave4u.

Readers, of simple practical interest: is the description meant to deceive? Is a collection of old high value real stamps or simply fakes being described ? "Great rarities" phrase is mentioned twice. What about the Reunion pair? Fancy them after the reading to be real?

Note the $ value Columbians are described as real with MNHOG, how can a fake ever have OG?
How can they be honestly "figured" [i.e. tabulated] as 'reprints' just after discussion of their genuineness? With '40 years experience' pimpernal well knows Columbians were never Gov't reprinted.

Re The LAW, members correct me but intent to deceive is as serious as deceiving. This is a good test case to clean up Ebay dealings. Yes I am a novice collector, was not careful enough & was duped.

NOTE 'Terms & Conditions' posted now by pimp are not same as at time of sale. I wonder why, and have both. Thanks to all those who suggest I 'bare' all his legal expenses - perhaps they will be publically revealed. Member stamphick! your comment is very insightful.

I remain steadfast in pursuing this;
Readers please any other suggestions ? Learning about the seller's previous & present activities is helpful & inspiring.

Bill H. in Canada

Posted by vonbag ( 170

)

on Mar-03-07 at 17:44:04 PST

Ops sorry!

I meant to write <Helvetia> and not "Helevetia".

:-), Paolo

Posted by vonbag ( 170

)

on Mar-03-07 at 17:42:20 PST

Uhm, I meant to write:

Posted by thebriguy1 ( 64

) on Mar-03-07 at 17:30:47 PST

Jaywild One is too narrow between the perfs, the other has poorly done perfs that actually gauge out to 8, not 8 1/2. Probably both made from used and damaged #409 imperfs.

Posted by vonbag ( 170

)

on Mar-03-07 at 17:27:56 PST

Hi Roger (malolo),

Thank you so much for your words of advice on those chalcky paper stamps (gummi/papier geriffelt ~1933 auch glatt ~1940).
Right at the moment I am ordering that period.
I skipped the Rayons (which were included) and the Strubeli: I believe there are some forgeries on the Rayons section. 1 out of 10 Strubels look alright to me, for having all 4 frame lines at the perimeter... though that scarce one has a small blemish, such as a shallow thin (pelurage) or a bigger defect (simple tear, laminated tear, raparation).
I must say I ADORE the graphics of Swiss postage and airmail stamps as seen in the flesh: extremely pleasing.
For the perforated Issues: Kinda weak paper (it reminds me of many other Issues in the Italian area), a little too stiff, it looks like, which allowed corner creases; I find these defects in abundance, unfortunately. And, of course, missing teeth (Sitting and Standing Helevetia, all Issues).
I found a good one, a papier mêlé (Faser Papier, carta con fili di seta) on the Postage Dues, which were also included. It is the 50c. value, ultramarine and blue, in used condition, perfect, but little off center to the left.

All the best, Paolo

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 16:19:32 PST

Someone was asking about US stamp colors here not too long ago, and this is the reference I referred to at that time. It sold for about what they traditionally bring on eBay.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by 220man ( 146

) on Mar-03-07 at 16:15:07 PST

jaywild: That explanation seems to make sense. Thanks! Phil

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 16:11:19 PST

briguy… That is very weird. How did you know for sure that the 8.5 coils were fakes?

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 16:09:42 PST

Bob in WA… I agree! pimp it is.

J

due 2 cents… I don’t think shrinkage could account for that stamp’s irregularities, because if is shrank that much the design would have been reduced too, as would the distance between perforations. As your nice large scan shows that has not happened. My guess is just that the strip used for the 3¢ stamp was from the bottom of the pane. It has a natural straight edge along the bottom that was cut unusually close to the design, so when the top cut was made the strip was inordinately narrow.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by 220man ( 146

) on Mar-03-07 at 15:48:01 PST

stamps12345: That won't work. The imperforate 345 has a DLWM. The 394 has a single. Any wonder people leave the Washington-Franklins for last? Phil

Posted by thebriguy1 ( 64

) on Mar-03-07 at 15:42:14 PST

I dunno, to date I've found TWO fake perf 8 1/2 coils in W/F mixes I've bought. Both of them were 2c denominations, which begs the question, why would somebody fake a stamp that might EBay for as little as $1?.....practice??

Posted by stamps12345 ( 223

) on Mar-03-07 at 15:12:42 PST

WAIT A MINUTE 220 man------that 394 coil could of been made from a imperf ,345,the perfs look funky to me ,as i said earlier it looks like its been played with ....what im i missing ?.....agree with Jay i don't think anyone would issue a certif. for it

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-03-07 at 15:04:33 PST

I can't see where any comments on his ME page would have any relevance to the auction at all since his ME page is not referenced in the auction description.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:49:47 PST

IO, no, just coincidece, talking about Johnny, he has listed a few suspect items but no way of proving them as one of his creations.

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:36:46 PST

Linda

Jonathan????

No, it couldn't be the same one!!
Could it?

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:29:11 PST

Linda,

comments in his ME,

" Collections are sold without warrantee and bidder is made aware now that collector stamps come repaired, reperfed, regummed, can be possible reprints of all kinds including modern reproductions or forgeries, proofs that are made to resemble stamps, cancellations added or removed to describe just a few things one can expect in a large collection especially those that contain stamps of the 19th century "

That should be enough warning to any possible bidder to ask questions before bidding.

I presume the previous sale was unpaid as there is not feedback from the buyer or the seller,

David B.

Posted by 220man ( 146

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:27:37 PST

jaywild & due2cents: Thanks to all for checking. The 394 is perf 8.5 and therefore has to be a coil. Scott's mentions problems with paper shrinkage during this era, so that must be the case. Phil

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:25:55 PST

LINDA -
It seems most of the bidders the firt time around were experienced ebayers too. Looking at time on the bay and feedback ratings.
Another one of those Myths about the Great deals and steals available here on the WWW.

JAYWILD -
Thanks I was almost confuzed there for a moment.
I always start with the perf count and then look at rest of stamp.

220Man nice stamps I guess.

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:24:34 PST

Beautiful total lunar eclipse taking place at the moment in the UK, stunning!

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:19:49 PST

Peter-- yes, and the interesting thing with that $15,000 sale is that neither the buyer..jonathan91-- or the pimp--seller left any feedback!! even though both regularly do leave f/b for other buyers/sellers ??

David I picked up on the 'salted collection' part immediately I saw the scans, but I'm wondering why BillH. didn't even ask any questions before spending $15,000.... all these years in the trade and I never seemed to find willing buyers in the style of those that pop up on ebay weekly, it would seem!!

Linda

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:15:43 PST

due2cents… Sorry, my goof. Glancing quickly I thought the stamps were both perf 10, but they seem to be perf 8.5. That being the case, the 3¢ coil is probably genuine, since there were no stamps issued that had an all-over perforation of 8.5.

In cases where a coil stamp could have been cut from a full-perfed version, no expertizing committee will certify a coil unless it meets certain height or width criteria.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:14:48 PST

Bob Actually he was probably away checking up on his villas, its amazing what you find when you google his telephone number!

Posted by emerald2p ( 884

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:10:11 PST

David B.

thank you for your comments and estimate..

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 14:05:43 PST

Io… I’ll acquiesce to anything Matt L. states but I think the difference between “bear” and “bare” would be highly significant. At the very least the clause would be unenforceable as unclear. Otherwise standard legal boilerplate would not be so extensive and numbingly repetitive, in order to cover all possible misinterpretations of the words.

Matt are you out there?

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Mar-03-07 at 14:03:55 PST

wmralph You might like to look at 220040872864 it seems it has been sold before! Look at the pictures of Newfoundland and Colombia

Peter

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Mar-03-07 at 13:57:08 PST

Jaywild
What stamp with those perfs could that coil have been made from , 220's link
or am the perfs wonky too?

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:57:07 PST

japra_jp… First thing to do immediately is change your password. Then sign on again and see if the problem persists. I’ve never heard of such a scam, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Mar-03-07 at 13:56:53 PST

japra_jp -- That sounds suspiciously like a spoof trying to get your card or ID information. I'd report it to spoof AT ebay DOT com and be very careful where you put in your password or card info, which at this point you may need to change.

Bob in WA

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:56:29 PST

Jim

It seems that Academy Stamps and Oasis Philatelics are also located in Beverly Hills.

Paperhistory can probably correct me, but I think it is the intent, rather than the spelling, that would stand up in a court of law. And that the distinction between bare and bear wouldn't fly.

This is the same seller that had images of albums opened on a marble credenza backed by mirrors.

Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Mar-03-07 at 13:52:42 PST

Interesting that in pimpernal's (can we just call him 'pimp' for short?) feedback, on two occasions where he received negs as a non-responsive buyer, in Feb '99 and Feb '03, he claimed his lack of communication was due to attending a family funeral in some backwater with no internet access, apparently for a few weeks! Hmmm, 4 more years is Feb '07, better watch out for that excuse coming up again.

Of course, one has to wonder why the director of the American Philatelic Foundation and head of Rarities International Stamp Corporation who has been in the stamp business for 40 years can't find anyone to mind the store while he is paying his respects to Uncle Jed deep in ''Deliverance'' country.

Bob in WA

Posted by japra_jp ( 22

) on Mar-03-07 at 13:51:56 PST

I am getting the following error message while bidding STAMPS (buying).

"To ensure that eBay remains a safe marketplace, we limit the amount of items that can be bought or sold by a single account at one time.
You can increase the activity limits on your account by taking the following action:
Verify using a Credit Card
Process is immediate and your card will not be charged."

I am not sure how to verify using a Credit card. When I click the 'Verify a credit card' link, it's asking password (for my ebay user id). When I gave the correct password, it's saying 'sorry password is not correct"
I am not sure what to do.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:38:15 PST

wmralph… I see where pimpernal in his “disclaimer” apparently has tried to stick the buyer with all attorneys’ fees in case of a dispute, but instead he has said—

”Should the buyer decide to pursue legal recourse buyer shall bare all expenses including legal fees incurred by Rarities Intl.Inc.”

So instead of “bearing” all such expenses you merely have to “bare” them, i.e. expose them somehow to public scrutiny. Perhaps writing them out on a sheet of paper will do.

J

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:28:14 PST

220man… Your 3¢ Washington coil was manufacturing by clipping the top and bottom perfs off a regularly perforated stamp.

It seems to me that the seller pimpernal was the guy that was offering that ridiculous “15 sealed boxes of unchecked material” several years back that supposedly came from another “estate”, who was finally hooted into withdrawing the lot by members of this board. Anyone remember that scam? In that case also he engaged in a long-winded blab about settling back with a glass of wine, etc.

Another weird thing is that he seems to be located in the same city where I live. I have never encountered any other seller or buyer of stamps who does.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:23:17 PST

Greenwave, this is a good example to use for the GB embossed,

http://www.sandafayre.com/gallery/stamp_2563.htm

The only way for a large margin is one side from a marginal copy,

Linda,

Even a cursory look should have shown that it was a salted collection, the usual old timer collection with some genuine in mixed condition and some classical fakes BUT with a large number of modern fakes added to snare the unsuspecting, hopefully the buyer can come out of it OK but I would presume it is a civil matter which may cost a lot of money if pursued.

David B.

Posted by paperhistory ( 1973

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:17:06 PST

Z is for Zoar, a town in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. The PO opened in 1826; the town was settled by Germans and was run as a sort of commune for quite some time. Zoar used a nice straightline handstampp; ironically these seem easier to find used to Germany than they are domestically (outside of Cleveland, I have never seen another Ohio town straightline used abroad). This particular example was used as a forwarding marking which is an extra-nice usage.

Zoar still operates as a small-town office; here is a 1907 use of a Doane cancel to France.

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-03-07 at 13:02:32 PST

BillH wmralph I am very sorry for your huge loss, however, did you do any homework into the lot before buying? as I read it, you purchased just a few hours after it was listed. Did you ask seller any question at all?
I dont mean to sound 'nosey' but I am trying to understand how someone can make such a decision in such a short time?

NOIP IS That the same Foundation that was run by a Brother Collorossi (sp?) a decade or so ago?

Linda

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Mar-03-07 at 12:45:56 PST

Managed to get back from Colombia just in time to post a Z before it closes. Z is for Zomba. This was a small village of about 40 settlers in 1898 in British Central Africa. Zomba was the first place of issue for these provisionals or cheque stamps as they became known. March 11th being the first day of issue. The first 480 of these stamps were initialled on the back by the postmaster J T Gosling apparently to prevent fraud, this was then replaced by control characters a few days later.
For the technically minded this is only the front of the envelope and the scan of the initials was taken using the film strip area of my scanner to obtain the "see through".
Apologies for any spelling errors still on jet lag:-)

D2 Agree those GB embossed are 100% fake, I also have never seen any with as significant margin as those.

cheers

Peter

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 12:41:59 PST

IO, I presume he is bidding on those for the sole purpose of increasing his feedback and only outlawing a few dollars,

mine is easier for a layman to understand,

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 12:34:44 PST

D2

That is exactly what I wrote.

Bill

Good start with the negative feedback.
Dang, I thought I was a cheapskate.

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 12:18:43 PST

IO, no, they shouldn't be valued equally as there is a higher demand for the better values & a lower demand for the low values, the market forces have created the value not the rarity or the amount printed,

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:59:22 PST

D2

I think that what you are trying to say is that all stamps of that set with perfins should be valued equally. But since acquiring the high face value "real" stamps is expensive, the high face value stamps with perfins are substituted for them and as a consequence, individually command a higher price than the lower face value perfined stamps.

Posted by sayasan ( 632

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:58:23 PST

Also a connection with the inverted-jenny-on-a-ballot story.

His comments on eBay archived on auctionwire:

"EBAY IS NO LONGER A VIABLE AUCTION HOUSE! For over a century the excitement and interest in auction firms was built on sales based on "what you see is what you get." Every product was sold on an "AS IS BASIS." That is no longer Ebays policy. The vendor must now under Ebays new terms and conditions fully warantee anything sold on their site. The buyer may return anything they want by simply stating "It's not as described." The buyer after examing the item can find a tiny flaw or even create a tiny flaw and return the item for a full refgund. This is all great for the buyer but the vendor has no recourse! EBAY IS NOTHING OTHER THAN A RETAIL STORE."

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:43:17 PST

Emerald, I would value the 1948 $10 perf. Specimen at around $40-$50,

David B.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:41:15 PST

Bob in WA

Interesting that after his last negative feedback for selling fakes and forgeries in a collection, he went on a buying binge for cheap stamps, flower seeds etc, to remove the unwanted feedback from his current board.

Also interesting via google, is a connection between the owner of the ID and O.J. Simpson.

Posted by sayasan ( 632

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:35:48 PST

That's one hell of a disclaimer on the "Me" page of the seller of that $15,000 lot .....

Posted by dbenson ( 7930

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:32:55 PST

A little bit of study may have saved the $15,000. The GB embossed were printed one at a time and large margined examples do not exist. the margins are almost non-existant & the designs occasionally overlap. Some of the better values look like photo cut outs or computer generated copies.

IO & Emerald, there is no correlation between the Brunei Specimen set value & individual values. The lower values were issued in exactly the same number as the higher values and are of course of equal rarity. The higher value of the higher face values is becuase they are often used a spacefillers. They are hard to value but I would guestimate the lower values around $20-$30 each.

David B.

Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Mar-03-07 at 11:27:05 PST

fakes collection -- ...not to mention the 1851 12p Canada or the Hawaiian missionary!

I've kept thinking, when, oh when, is eBay going to wake up and outlaw private auctions in stamps? Instead, they are going the opposite route and instigating it in some cases, with their ''Bidder 1, Bidder 2'' nonsense! I'd love to see wmralph's case not only nail the scammer but force some real reform on eBay!

Bob in WA

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 11:13:13 PST

emerald

SG lists the entire set at 3.5 times the unperfined stamps.
If that's any help.

Posted by emerald2p ( 884

) on Mar-03-07 at 11:01:02 PST

Have a question about a Brunei stamp with a specimen perfin cancel.There isn't a value in Scott and am wondering if any other catologes have a value? It is the 1948 10 dollar value ..Scene on Brunei River stamp.

Thank you..

Posted by stamps12345 ( 223

) on Mar-03-07 at 10:46:30 PST

WMRALPH-----Before you hire a attorney ,try contacting the RCMP ,they have a excellent fraud department and lots of experience with e-bay scams ,they will get E-bays attention real fast .

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 10:38:31 PST

Oh dear,

I thought that the seller had long since disappeared, along with some of the illustrious feedback providers that he has, riny218, danastamps, hadleigh, stamplady99, ordermaticman etc.

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 10:05:08 PST

Re the $15,000 collection of fakes
If I can retrieve any of the $15,000, I promise a $2,000 (corrected zeroes) donation in support of the hobby to either of the US prof. societies.

Bill H. in Canada

Posted by 1covers ( 1293

)

on Mar-03-07 at 10:03:34 PST

Bill - I emailed you. American Philatelic Foundation is NOT the Philatelic Foundation. One is a legitimate non-profit, educational group (who recently published a book of mine). I will give you the name and phone number of stamp savvy attorney to call.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-03-07 at 10:01:24 PST

Bill H, before you put that promise in writing, re-count your zeros. :-)

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 09:55:04 PST

Re the $15,000 collection of fakes: none of the described 'great rarities' is real. Is the description of item 220073134492 meant to deceive? Is a collection of real stamps or fakes being described here?
That the seller misrepresented the Reunion #2 stamp & would have known whether it is genuine or not is very clear from the link
http://www.americanphilatelic.com/investments.html

I paid by bank draft.
If I can retrieve any of the $15,000, I promise a $2,0000 donation in support of the hobby to either of the US prof. societies.
Bill H. in Canada

Posted by stamps12345 ( 223

) on Mar-03-07 at 09:52:50 PST

220MAN----Yours look like a homemade coil ,could be from the bottom of a sheet were the lower part is a natural straight edge but the top looks like it was played with .If you need a scan of both stamps together ,i can put one up for you .

Posted by 220man ( 146

) on Mar-03-07 at 09:37:14 PST

infla-alec Been here for years, mostly check-in from the balcony. I know, somebody usually has the answer! Phil

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:33:41 PST

220man I don't recall seeing you post here before but please check back regularly for answers to your question. This is more a message board rather than a chat. It can take several hours for experts from all over the world to see any messages and respond, due to world time differences. However I'm confident the US specialist collectors will be along sooner or later and can help you.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-03-07 at 09:31:48 PST

The Denmark #1 and Finland #1 and #2 don't look real, some of the German States also look suspicous. And the Basel Dove is "not bloody likely". Can't comment on Norway since countries btw Hungary and Prussia are missing.

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:29:53 PST

Bill Contact 1 covers directly. Richard is 100% trustworthy and is probably in a better position than most to offer you expert advice.

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:24:40 PST

Direct link to Bill's problem for those who do not know how to copy and paste is here

Bill in the description I read the US Columbians and many other items to be reprints. Do you have a saved description URL stating they are indeed genuine ?

Posted by 220man ( 146

) on Mar-03-07 at 09:24:11 PST

Washington-Franklin fans: Quick question. I have a Sc. 394 that is markedly "shorter" than other coils in that series. The only thing I can come up with is shrinkage. What do you think? link

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 09:23:12 PST

For a $15,000 scam link to http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=012&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=220073134492&rd=1&rd=1
Very expertly done.
I think this same item was sold & relisted in late 2006
under another description, and returned - anyone know?. Reader, would you be decieved by the text, esp. GB, Reunion #1 #2 or the Columbians ?

Bill H in Canada

Posted by 1covers ( 1293

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:16:38 PST

Wmralph - email me directly.

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 09:13:50 PST

Item # is 220073134492. I have saved the description, the
(since altered)sale Terms & Conditions, and subsequent Emails.
I don't know how to save Email routing info - most all have been sent thru Ebay Email.
I have funds & the time & inclination to proceed with lawsuit to protect our hobby.
Bill H. in Canada

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:06:52 PST

Wmralph Bill you have to the right place to seek help I'm sure but you don't give a link to the actual auction. Can you do that please ?
How did you make the payment ?

Posted by 1covers ( 1293

)

on Mar-03-07 at 09:05:13 PST

wmralph - What is the item number?

Posted by wmralph ( 5 ) on Mar-03-07 at 09:02:32 PST

Help! I have been scammed $15,000 by buying a collection of fakes including dollar value Columbians described as real, also GB embossed issues, Reunion Island #1 & 2, Nova Scotia early issues, etc. I may be a novice collector but I took the Ebay description as real. Since asking for return of the funds, the seller has well incriminated himself in numerous harangueing Emails. Do I hire a civil lawyer near the seller? How does an investigation of federal mail fraud proceed? I expect slowly. I know one other USPSIS complaint agaainst the seller that led to return of funds. I think this a serious matter for posting, & ask for advice. Bill H in Canada

Posted by deh3 ( 1423

)

on Mar-03-07 at 07:59:51 PST

The auction has ended. The
bidding
shows some shill bids in the early part of the auction, then possibly the $41.50 bid, but two serious bids in the last minute. Some of his other lots are remarkable for the presence of bids such as $49.00 and in general, round dollar figures.

David H

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-03-07 at 07:30:55 PST

Good day all.

Bill C

Unlikely with the 12 hour rule, but not impossible.

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Mar-03-07 at 07:16:23 PST

David H Maybe the shill will retract their bid and you will win.

Forgery Identification Site

Posted by deh3 ( 1423

)

on Mar-03-07 at 07:02:19 PST

Phew, his shill just outbid me.
190086463582
(Who bids $29?) I'm the one who bid $3.33 and $30.77.

David H

Posted by deh3 ( 1423

)

on Mar-03-07 at 06:54:09 PST

This seller has a number of lots where all the bidding
is in nice even dollars. Coincidentally, the bidders identities are kept secret. Anyone want to bet against this being chronic shilling?

David H

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-03-07 at 06:52:46 PST

NOIP… Oh my…

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by pennyman23 ( 967

) on Mar-03-07 at 06:51:49 PST

Good morning folks, looking for western mountain stamp and coin!..I just found out that we are neighbors!

Posted by cwhutch ( 636

)

on Mar-03-07 at 05:36:06 PST

Good morning.

Hutch

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-03-07 at 03:26:14 PST

Lavar oh my! what wonderful ZURUCK covers, such exotic destinations! thanks for sharing.

Linda

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-03-07 at 03:25:41 PST

Greetings
and an Indiana "Good Morning"
to you all

In keeping with the "Z" theme here’s some more recent Zanzibar that I had duplicates of until my niece saw them and wanted the pretty Pink and Purple stamps. click here.

She wasn’t interested in the
Jamhurt issue.

Jim L.

Posted by bjornmu ( 892

) on Mar-03-07 at 00:31:08 PST

Roger, in case you didn't realise it, Kamerun which your card was mailed form is not somewhere in Germany, but the German colony in Africa! Correct postage should have been 30pf.

Posted by lavart ( 1327

)

on Mar-02-07 at 20:15:38 PST

Forgot to show the back of the last cover, which can be seen here .

Posted by lavart ( 1327

)

on Mar-02-07 at 20:14:32 PST

Here are some more "Zuruck" items.

This is an uprated postal card from Bavaria, mailed from Munich on July 29, 1914 to Luderiztbucht, German SW Africa. Due to the outbreak of WWI, mail service to German SW Africa was suspended. Thus, the card was marked "Zuruck" and returned to the sender.

This is a cover mailed from Munich, Bavaria on Aug. 1, 1914 to Tsingtau. Mail service to Tsingtau from Germany was also suspended upon the outbreak of the war. Thus, this item was marked "Zuruck" and returned to the sender.

This is a German postal card sent from Oehringen on Aug. 4, 1914 to Edea, Kamerun. Mail service from Germany to Kamerun was also suspended upon the outbreak of the war. This card was marked "Zuruck" and returned to sender.

This registered cover was mailed from Bremerhaven, Germany on July 7, 1914, about 3 weeks before WWI started. It is addressed to Jaluit, Marshall Islands. The cover did not make it to its destination before the Japanese occupied Jaluit in late September, 1914. The cover did make its way to the Japanese PO. It was held somewhere for almost 6 years, was opened by the Japanese PO and then was sealed with an "officially sealed" label. By the time delivery to the addressee was attempted (apparently in 1920), the addressee had left. The cover was marked "inconnu" and "returned to writer", and the cover was returned to Bremerhaven via New York (transit marking March 27, 1920), arriving back in Bremerhaven on May 6, 1920.

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Mar-02-07 at 20:06:36 PST

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Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Mar-02-07 at 19:15:32 PST

oggilby -
I looked at the map in your link and if someone doesn’t take a picture of the eclipse, I won’t believe it happened. No need for eclipses in the mid-Pacific, there aren’t enough people to see it.

Io - No, as I use sharp razors.

Auction of the Day.
Coming right after my purchase of the Swiss collection, this was offered on eBay. I have no St Gallen uses prior to 1901, but this makes up for it. St Gallen was issued its first razor on 24 Oct 1898 (first use 26th) and was withdrawn with all the others on November 14, a 20 day period. This November 13 use as a receiver is one day prior to being withdrawn and sent to DeCoppet for modifications. I have no other 1898 receivers.

Roger

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-02-07 at 16:56:21 PST

Jim Lawler

Other commonalities.

They all have computers.
They are all on the internet.
They are all above 20 years of age.
They all write in English (though their, for there leaves some room for doubt :-).
They are all extremely nice people!!

So far we have 1 Canadian, 1 Englishman, 1 Italian living in the Netherlands, 1 Australian, 1 Norwegian, 1 male American, 1 female American and 1 ~~neutered~~ naturalized American Brit (does it hurt?):-)

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-02-07 at 16:33:46 PST

Jim (iomoon)
Another commonality of the EUSC’s presidents is that their IDs end differently. :8^ )

Vinny
You’ve done what eBay requires. You’re to be commended for that. We may not agree with their policies, but it is their sandbox and they do get to make the rules. It’s been a frustration, but don’t let it get you down.

In keeping with the "Z" theme here’s some more older Zanzibar stamps that are probably “worthless.”

A Building complex.

Some flora and their leader.

Jim L.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-02-07 at 15:32:22 PST

Linda

Thanks. I think ebay should always use the name instead of id since it should have the ability to handle mass emailing with the name since ebay is "so care" about protecting...

PC

Posted by dbenson ( 7928

)

on Mar-02-07 at 14:30:57 PST

Vinny,

I noticed that you have the CSA fake up for sale again and this time it has had an ugly indelible pen marking added FORGERY which IMO opinion has ruined the item. I know it is one of Ebay's rules that all forgeries should be marked on the back which was made in agreement with the APS suggestions but what they have done is in the worst interests of forgery collectors. I know it is a problem and the APS should make a proper suggestion similar to what is done on Ebay.UK and that all forgeries only be listed in fakes & forgeries category with a full description stating that the item is not genuine.

David B.

Posted by stampmad ( 1083

)

on Mar-02-07 at 12:51:59 PST

Ugh..THERE was a tie

Posted by stampmad ( 1083

)

on Mar-02-07 at 12:51:04 PST

EUSC Voting procedure Sometime prior to the March meeting the president will ask for nominations for the the 4 positions of the executive. These are

President...Executive Assistant...Media Relations Officer...APS Representitive.

If nominated a person must then announce their acceptance or non-acceptance. A person can nominate themselves.

At the March meeting, votes are entered for any of the accepted nominees. The new executive takes charge from the 1st of April.
Note: Our quorum for a successful vote is 20 members

I didn't keep the result of last year's vote but I recall that as retiring president, I decided to abstain unless their was a tie.

Marius

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-02-07 at 12:30:44 PST

peeterC I have received emails such as yours after email correspondence with another selle. I think if the seller becomes under investigation by ebay for 'off ebay selling' they warn all buyers. What you received would therefore be a ''general'' email sent to several users at one time (hence no personal name), however the sure way to check if it is from ebay or not is to ONLY read ebay emails that are in your MY MESSAGES.
If its not in MY MESSAGES, it is not from ebay.

Richard yes, you're right, the Freddie Mercury Album was at London 2000 on display. Freddie's uncle was a well know London based Stamp Dealer. He traded from a briefcase, not a shop, and only sold to dealers. Vic knew him well in the 1970s and 80s.

Linda

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-02-07 at 12:29:10 PST

Bjorn Yes I know there isn't any VP at present but if members were to vote for one this year, assuming Mitch does become the incoming President then the winner of the VP position will become next years President.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-02-07 at 12:26:42 PST

Alec

As far as I am aware, there are no rules about whom to vote for in the election of officers of the eUSC as long as the candidate is a member of the eUSC. Past and present presidents have included g.1, iomoon, cableguy52, vonbag, malolo, abt1950, stampmad, and bjornmu. The only common factor being that each ID starts with a different letter of the alphabet.

After people have been nominated, eUSC members vote for proposed candidates. If a person does not want to be nominated they can so state. The voting is undertaken during an eUSC meeting. A quorum is established by a minimum of 20 members voting. The new officers begin on April 1st.

Posted by bjornmu ( 891

) on Mar-02-07 at 11:11:20 PST

Alec, there is no VP position in the eUSC.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-02-07 at 11:03:16 PST

Jim(jaywild)

My main point of that message is that why ebay is communicating with me using my ebay id instead of my name. When I read that email in my XXX@XXX.com email account, I thought it was a spoof email.

PC

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-02-07 at 10:58:35 PST

Peter

You fill out and submit the "join us" form.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-02-07 at 10:50:04 PST

How to become a member of eUSC?

PC

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-02-07 at 10:42:01 PST

Eusc Nominations.
Firstly let me confirm that I did not stand for any elections last year. In fact I don't think I even voted.

Yes I think I am still a member of the Eusc and although I do feel very flattered & honoured at being considered for nomination I do not wish to be considered for any posts, now or in the foreseeable future. Quite simply I'm happiest being in the background and helping out others as and where I can.

I do recall the trend for the second placed nominee for President becoming the following years President. Though I assume for the incoming Presidents succesor to be known there should be some sort of vote, is that correct ? If so then I have no objection to Mitch becoming the next Eusc President and we accept nominations for a Vice-President who will eventually succeed Mitch.

If we go down the road of voting for a VP then I would like to know who is actually willing to stand for the position. To be honest I don't really know what the rules are for the Eusc voting system so perhaps someone would care to enlighten us all ? I don't want to go nominating anyone just in case they like me don't want to stand. That said I can think of many regulars here who I would quite happily vote for. My problem being that so many have become virtual friends and I wouldn't like to have to choose voting for one against the other.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-02-07 at 10:37:31 PST

"Invincible banner" is the opening line to verse three of "The stripes and the stars" by George A. Mietike.

Posted by prochute ( 65

) on Mar-02-07 at 10:22:33 PST

sayasanYes, it was clearly a child's collection (as stated by the article) however, its pedigree is what it's all about hence the high realization at auction. I disagree about your take on the genesis of the band's name but rather that Freddie was just that - a QUEEN! He was arguably the very best frontman rock 'n roll had ever produced and always flaunted his sexual preference in public.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-02-07 at 10:20:08 PST

peterc8888… Just ignore the email. EBay is trying to stamp out those transactions that occur outside of eBay, and you have no responsibility to answer anything in that message.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-02-07 at 10:10:18 PST

I got the message below from ebay in My eBay Messages. I thought all messages from ebay will use our name not our ebay id. Another thing is that I did not receive any email or message from predator6774. I did ask that seller a question about 260091167673 which was now removed.

Dear peterc8888 (XXX@XXX.com):

Our records indicate that you received an email from predator6774 through our Contact eBay Member or Ask Seller a Question feature. Please be aware that the email might contain a fraudulent offer to purchase or sell an item outside of eBay. We recommend not responding to the sender because the email might be an attempt to obtain your email address.

If you have already completed a transaction with a person who has asked that you take the transaction outside of eBay or if you are a seller who has already shipped an item to the buyer and the transaction was completed outside of eBay, we suggest you take the following steps:

1. Contact the payment service that you used to make the purchase. If you paid by credit card, most card issuers provide consumer protection in online fraud cases.

2. Please complete the Item Bought Outside of eBay form or the Item Sold Outside of eBay form. To access these forms, go to:

http://pages.ebay.com/help/tp/isgw-fraud-non-ebay.html

Click the "Item Bought Outside of eBay form" or the "Item Sold Outside of eBay form" link. Enter your information in the following page and then click the "Submit" button. The information you provide will allow us to work more effectively with law enforcement in case an investigation occurs.

3. If you were the seller and shipped the item to a fraudulent buyer, contact the shipping carrier that you used because the company may be able to assist you further. If you sent the item through the U.S. Postal Service, file a mail fraud claim. To do so, please visit:

http://www.usps.com/postalinspectors/fraud/

4. Contact the local law enforcement where you sent your payment or where you sent the item. The authorities where the seller or the buyer lives might be able to provide additional assistance. To find local law enforcement, visit:

http://www.usacops.com/

To protect your email and your eBay account, we recommend that you follow these safety tips:

- Do *not* respond to the sender either through the eBay system or your email account. An offer to buy or sell an item outside of eBay is against our policies, might be fraudulent, and will not be covered by eBay protection programs.

- If you received what appears to be a Second Chance Offer for an item that you recently bid on, check My Messages to confirm whether the offer is legitimate. Valid Second Chance Offers appear in My Messages with a blue background and a subject stating, "eBay Second Chance Offer for Item...." If you receive a Second Chance Offer directly in your personal email and it is not in My Messages, that means it is not a legitimate offer. If a Second Chance Offer appears in My Messages with a subject line of "Message from eBay Member," it is not a legitimate Second Chance Offer. Before responding to a Second Chance Offer, make sure it contains both the blue background in My Messages and the subject line of "eBay Second Chance Offer for Item.."

- Never pay for an eBay item using instant cash, wire transfer services such as Western Union or MoneyGram. It's against the eBay Accepted Payments policy for a seller to request payment using these methods. They are unsafe, especially if you're paying someone whom you don't know.

Regards,

eBay Trust & Safety

Posted by sayasan ( 632

)

on Mar-02-07 at 09:43:50 PST

prochute . I recall seeing the Freddie Mercury album at (I think) London 2000. Basically, it's a standard miscellaneous junior accumulation, except that the pages are obviously laid out by a child with a noticeable flair for design.

I did spot one interesting item hidden away in the middle of a page - a modern bog standard Australian definitive with the Queen's head, across which part of a cancellation had fallen reading "QUEEN" in bold capitals. The genesis of the group's name, clearly ....

Posted by nomad55 ( 874

)

on Mar-02-07 at 09:25:53 PST

For Jeff Switt.....the mothers day stamp is an add on - note how its pasted on top of the machine cancel.
As to the supposed precancel, my guess its some sort of privately applied advertising, or somebody with too much time on their hands and a surplus of stamps.

Posted by vinnysf ( 350

) on Mar-02-07 at 09:05:29 PST

antonius: you can email me at vinnee@comcast.net. i've calmed down about my little forgery drama now. ebay just infruriates me sometimes wirh their inconsistencies in enforcing their policy.

i love my confederate postmaster provisional forgery. we've been through so much recently...lol

Posted by oggilby ( 1191

)

on Mar-02-07 at 08:36:56 PST

Hey Hutch--Full moon tomorrow night plus a total lunar eclipse that will be in progress as the moon rises around sunset. Look for a really red/copper moon almost nearly invisible in the ENE. The copper color will cahnge to gray then white as the moon moves out of the earth's shadow. Those in GB & Europe will see the entire eclipse. see here. For those living on the moon, you will see a total eclipse of the sun by the earth!

Snagged the Buffett tickets, but at $126.00 a piece! Many more will soon be up on ebay.

Posted by bjornmu ( 891

) on Mar-02-07 at 08:20:22 PST

Elections: I didn't keep the vote results either, but maybe then President Marius did?

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-02-07 at 07:54:31 PST

wrd3...What you wrote explains exactly what I meant, but the way you wrote it was clearer.

Posted by ed845 ( 4349

) on Mar-02-07 at 07:31:05 PST

Mitch
Your list of members voting last year is flawed.

I am pretty sure Marius (stampmad) voted and I know I did but both names are missing from your list. There must be more.

I do like the sound of your campaign manager who I am sure will be able to grab a few more votes on your behalf.

However, I am minded to vote for a gentleman and as we know only the English (British) fall into this category it cuts the field down somewhat.

Ed

Posted by cwhutch ( 634

)

on Mar-02-07 at 07:08:29 PST

Is it a full moon tonight ?

Hutch

Posted by stamps12345 ( 223

) on Mar-02-07 at 06:59:32 PST

FROM..MITCH'S CAMPAIGN MANAGER FOR PRESIDENT OF EUSC.....Please accept my apologies to all those { especially STAMPHICK} for Mitch's recent outburst and remarks.

Mitch-----I told you many times to cut out the inflamtory remarkes to other posters here. You need to take a more reserve position to what others say and write.You can't shoot from the mouth and be expected to get votes for your Presidence.Look back at the excellent way all the former Presidents carried thenselves,even when i said something to incese them and how they handled the sitution in such a fine and dignify manor.I expect the same from you.

Now on the subject of VULGAR LANGUAGE. There are many here who have strong religious and moral backgrounds and beliefs.Its ok to use that vulgar lanuage to me or about me,Im use to it and is common in the work I do each day,from customers,empoyees and other contractors.

But when I come on here,please respect them.They don't like it as part of this chat room,cut it out on all future postings .....your friend and supporter PAUL.

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3441

)

on Mar-02-07 at 06:50:01 PST

I have never hunted duck, or anything else really that didn't already come neatly cut up, wrapped and refrigerated. But I do enjoy fresh duck eggs, and scrambled up a couple this morning.

They are much like chicken eggs, a bit larger with thinner shells, and the whites seem to have a higher viscosity (snottier). Taste is the same.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-02-07 at 06:34:12 PST

Good day all.

Glad it arrived safely.

Posted by vinnysf ( 350

) on Mar-02-07 at 06:18:18 PST

earthquakes 'R' us here in San francisco!

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-02-07 at 06:01:05 PST

NOIP… For anyone who follows the financial news, Briefing.com is predicting a wave of selling when the US markets open about 30 minutes from now. The NASDAQ futures-vs-fair market indicators shifted from –2 to –23 in a little over two hours. A bad sign over the past couple days has been the tepid stabs at reversing the 400+ point drop earlier in the week. There’s no real spirit behind these attempts to reverse the trend, so today might bring interesting developments. If you hold securities with high P/E ratios, be forewarned!! The market makers may get tired of holding the bag today, and let it go.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-02-07 at 05:42:08 PST

Iomoon… As long as you didn’t gambol at that hour…

J

Nice snag, by the way.

NOIP… It’s very windy this morning. My cat—normally inert at this hour—has been running back and forth in the apartment looking out the windows, in fact it was his galloping that woke me up.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by oggilby ( 1191

)

on Mar-02-07 at 05:35:58 PST

Greetings to all from a rainy Central Maryland, where all we have left of last Sunday's storm is piles of "dirty snow".

"SSHH, Be verwy, verwy quite, I'm hunting wabbits (duck season, rabbit season, duck season, BAM!)! (HEH,HEH,HEH)!

Off to stand in line for Jimmy Buffett tickets!

Posted by prochute ( 65

) on Mar-02-07 at 05:30:20 PST

oops. sorry for the bold and Elmer Fudd. Need coffee.

Posted by prochute ( 65

) on Mar-02-07 at 05:29:06 PST

Z is for Zanzibar & Freddie Mercury who collected stamps as a child living there. The follwoing article makes for some good philatelic reading.

http://www.stampmagazine.co.uk/content/famous/freddie_merc.html

Posted by cwhutch ( 634

)

on Mar-02-07 at 05:28:15 PST

I second wrd3.

Hutch

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3441

)

on Mar-02-07 at 05:20:47 PST

Mornin'...

Can anyone help ID the signifigance (if any) on the INVINCIBLE BANNER precancel-style overprint on this Mothers' Day stamp on cover?

I have already Googled without success.

Posted by dcderoo ( 1654

) on Mar-02-07 at 05:07:34 PST

iomoon, here's one for you.
Don't know if you can use it but I thought it was a good image of one of the more off-the-beaten-track volcanoes.

Just to try to keep things more or less legal, here's the reference (although since it's attributed to NASA does that make it public domain?)
Astronomy, April 2007, Volume 35, Number 4, "The Big Bang + 1 second", page 39ff

Posted by wrd3 ( 99

) on Mar-02-07 at 05:07:09 PST

antonius-ra although I hesitate to add anything to your discussion with stamphick, given the subsequent dialogue I think stamphick!'s post makes sense. Rewritten it could be: "I know we have a tradition of the previous year's runner-up becoming this year's president. With that in mind, and recognizing we already therefore have a de facto winner for this year, I nominate infla-alec to run for president this year. This is to enable him to be runner-up this year, and hence President next year."

Bill D.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-02-07 at 03:31:15 PST

Greetings
and an Indiana "Good Morning"
to you all

iomoon
Thanks much for the cover, it will go in my Stained Glass collection shortly.

In keeping with the "Z" theme here’s a Zambia Zoological stamp.

Jim L.

Posted by cwhutch ( 634

)

on Mar-02-07 at 02:51:11 PST

Good morning.

Hutch

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-01-07 at 23:15:22 PST

Why I am up late.

Sometimes you gamble!

Posted by bradstonian ( 1178

)

on Mar-01-07 at 23:13:13 PST

Hi Jim,

Thanks for posting!

Vote early & often.

Martin.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-01-07 at 23:06:51 PST

Martin

No vote, yet.
Just candidate recommendations.
The vote will come at the March meeting.

Posted by bradstonian ( 1178

)

on Mar-01-07 at 23:04:15 PST

Good morning,

My vote is for Mitchell.

Wonder how long my post will kill the board for?

Martin.

Posted by iomoon ( 1045

)

on Mar-01-07 at 22:53:12 PST

I have to stand up for Mitchell.

I voted initially for Bjorn with Mitchell as my second choice last year. I stood by my initial choice.
I have no idea where David is coming up with Alec as a choice.
Though as a choice for this year's president, I would have no problem with Alec.

eUSC = eSCU depending on how long a day you have had.
It beats "acceptence" from Paypal.

Posted by bjornmu ( 891

) on Mar-01-07 at 22:41:58 PST

I'm on eBay since Sep 24, 1996 and I think Marius (stampmad) also started in '96, before me.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 22:33:38 PST

Vinny or david aka the hick If you would like to continue conversation off board. Plz email me at: mward@abac.com
I gotta phone number and unlimited LD which I seldom use.

David Thanks so much for your input <;~`O. If anyone else on this board can read and comprehend what they are reading then perhaps they can educate me.
What wasn't an untruth in your statement of: Mar-01-07 at 18:16:57 PST :
"It seems for a while it has been informal custom to elect last years runner up as this years president. With that in mind infla-alec for President".

The mind boggles!?!?!?!?!?!?!!?
And I thought we were getting along as well as could be expected these last couple years.
Seems I forgot W.C's famous words.

Rainer I did think about you via Io's comment. I know you were one of the firsts and I salute you!

Posted by 22028 ( 1566

)

on Mar-01-07 at 22:07:10 PST

of course, americian date format...

Posted by 22028 ( 1566

)

on Mar-01-07 at 22:06:37 PST

ebay membership, I am member since 9.11.1996

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-01-07 at 21:48:19 PST

antonius-ra ...It wasn't an untruth and I would say something else but everything further I have to say to you is a violation of eBay policy.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 21:38:20 PST

Stamphick No matter the reason, it was an un-truth!!
The world has enough of that don't you think?

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 21:36:25 PST

Vinny I tried to email you to have a conversation via phone, but ebay will not let it pass as we are not in a
"transaction" now. Ebay sucks (more than ever)!!! I do not believe you are an idiot no more than 99.999% of the people in the world who are trying to deal with WW stamps.

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-01-07 at 21:35:21 PST

antonius-ra...It was just what I said, an attempt to get someone else on the ballot so we can have a runner-up for next year.

I remember one year when a slate of officers was proposed and nominations closed and the winner declared all in the course of about 5 minutes. While I don't see that happening here I just wanted to put my 2¢ in now.

Posted by vinnysf ( 350

) on Mar-01-07 at 21:29:40 PST

briguy: the "paid" on the genuine the "aid" is in lower case. this has been updated in the new scott catalog but the older scott catalogs show the "paid" being in upper case. i had an older catalog (2000) which is what caused my confusion. i posted a link to a pic showing what i was talking about and people still think i'm an idiot and they keep saying that i don't know what i'm talking about even after i proved to them that picture in the scott catalog. they are still reporting me too even after i've completely complied with ebay and APS rules for listing forgeries.

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 21:16:08 PST

Stamphick Is that a stab at being clever or funny or just, rite wing b.s?
It is a point but mis-aligned (methinks).

I agree Alec is a Prince and deserves the next position (next year or this, as per the club wishes)

I'm probably quite stupid as I did not understand Maoloa's comment (after the 2006 election) that I hadn't
been around long enough to really understand what was going on!
Excuse me I've only been on here for 8 years (and i take notes)! No matter I really don't care much.
But, just for the sake of truth here are the election votes from last year:

Bjorn
Triangle Maarten, Hutch, 22028, G.I., Paolo, Abt1950, Miekiemuis, Catwho walks, Jherek99, Sayasan, Stamphick, Dbenson,
Xzephyr, Roly, Nomad, Greenwave, Friar sven, Jimbo, As-is, RCLWA, Iomoon.

Antonius Ra
Tycophil, Victor H., evrytania, Cjavine, Meostamps, Richinpa, Mage, Hungaryjim, Knuden, Smolcott, Djs127, Rmhubbs,
Jim Lawler, Redlion, Roo, Figmente, 776, Bradstonian, Hi-r-luv, John9913, Sheryll, Keleofa.

Any members who feel these results are incorrect, please correct me! X

Posted by vinnysf ( 350

) on Mar-01-07 at 20:50:59 PST

I am so sick of being singled out and picked on because i have a forged stamp for sale. someone reported me
AGAIN to the APS and this is ridiculous because i am in COMPLETE compliance with ebay rules and APS rules regarding the sale of forgeries. obviously someone is singling me out because there are currently over 178 stamps listed as forgeries who aren't even in compliance with ebay rules and their stamps are allowed to list but not mine?? and mine is in complete compliance. whoever is picking on me: get over it and leave me alone!

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-01-07 at 20:48:02 PST

peterc8888..eBay Users' Stamp Club.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 20:23:30 PST

What does eUSC or eSCU do? Who are the officers now?

PC

Posted by billsey ( 841

) on Mar-01-07 at 20:08:50 PST

Peter since we know that Jim never makes speeling mistakes, we have to assume that the eBay User's Stamp Club has somehow been renamed in the background while we weren't looking.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 19:47:08 PST

What does eSCU stand for? ebay stamp chat union?

PC

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-01-07 at 19:40:34 PST

antonius-ra...Quite true. But then, if we don't have a runner-up this year there wouldn't be one for next year would there?

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 19:37:16 PST

Hutch Thanks buddy!

Stamphick Hmmmm, it seems you have not got rid of your penchant for the proveyor of dis-information.
I do have a list of the results of last years election in order by vote of members. Alec was not in the running, although I think I nominated him.
The last two voters were RCLWA and Iomoon (which the latter) turned the tide of the tie. If anyone wants the stats I'll take the time to type them up (really dosen't matter to me), but your statement is pure B.S.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 18:27:33 PST

Art photo time!!! Believe it or not, this is the Goodyear blimp (blob with lights at lower left) and the star Sirius (white squiggle at upper right).

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by stamphick! ( 334

) on Mar-01-07 at 18:16:57 PST

It seems for a while it has been informal custom to elect last years runner up as this years president. With that in mind

infla-alec for President.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-01-07 at 18:01:25 PST

I’ll second Hutch’s nominations (If this is not the time, then when the time comes, consider it seconded.)

Did someone ask about Zanzibar?
While some might call these used stamps worthless, right now they have some value to me because I can keep with the "Z" theme and show a stamp that shows you the location of Zanzibar click here.

And here’s some that celebrate the Al Busaid Dynasty, I guess they ruled from 1744 to 1944, don’t know about afterwards. click here.

Jim L.

Posted by cwhutch ( 633

)

on Mar-01-07 at 17:18:42 PST

I nominate Mitch for president
Renominate billsey for exec. asst.
and stamphick for APS rep.

Hutch

Posted by coinjester ( 69

) on Mar-01-07 at 17:13:20 PST

Hi folks. Can anybody help me with this? It was my Fathers when he was just a lad. He tells me it's from the 30's. Approximately 8" high x 4 1/2 wide with the original large unused envelope. Any significant value?
Back.
Front.
Company logo printed in reverse image on lower leg.

Also this post card without a postage stamp.
Back.
Front.
Thanks for looking.

Posted by iomoon ( 1044

)

on Mar-01-07 at 17:11:13 PST

FWIW

April 1st marks the begining of the new eSCU club officers.
Since there is only one more official club meeting between now and then, it would be appropriate if members or candidates could start to make their choices for new club officers known.

At the moment we have

Bjorn Munch (eBay ID: bjornmu) is President
Bill Seymour (eBay ID: billsey) is Executive Assistant
Louise Stanley (eBay ID: catwhowalksbyherself) is Media Relations Officer
David Moser (eBay ID: stamphick!) is APS Representative

These can be re-elected or new persons chosen for the positions.

Posted by iomoon ( 1044

)

on Mar-01-07 at 16:44:03 PST

Hutch

Both Jimbo & g.1 are members from 1996, g.1 beating out Jimbo by about 3 months.

Posted by cwhutch ( 633

)

on Mar-01-07 at 16:21:37 PST

NOIP - Today is my 8th anniversary on ebay and I was wondering who has been a member the longest. 10 years or longer ?

Hutch

Posted by iomoon ( 1044

)

on Mar-01-07 at 15:35:35 PST

One can only imagine the damage if pfishers stayed in school and learnt to spell:

"For assistence, log in to your PayPal account and click the Help link located in the top right corner of any PayPal page."

Posted by iomoon ( 1044

)

on Mar-01-07 at 15:22:11 PST

Brian

The revised image in Scott, with the "aid" of Paid in lower case.

Posted by thebriguy1 ( 64

) on Mar-01-07 at 15:18:52 PST

vinnysf I see you relisted that Pittsylvania Court House provisional as a forgery. Please edumacate me.

What was pointed out to ID it? Granted there is little chance I'll ever encounter a real one......but you never know. Best to be prepared. :o)

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 15:11:48 PST

Bob

Thanks for the information. I will just wait and see.

PC

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-01-07 at 14:43:26 PST

0-9 seems to be the preferred option.
A week of non English letters
I also like Mitch's idea of dividing the A-Z into people and places then Natural history and Wildlife etc.

Bjorn I don't think anyone would look upon your decision as being dictorial. It's just a matter of you saying what order things people can try to show things.

I assume the next series starting this coming Sunday will be the non English letters ?

Now I really must be off to bed, I'm up early again 0400 for the final working day of the week.

Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Mar-01-07 at 14:30:02 PST

Peter -- I have a good friend in Federal Way who has dealt with that guy face to face numerous times. My friend describes him as honest and a fair pricer, but somewhat eccentric and disorganized. As I understand it, his daughter eventually started helping him to catch up on neglected transactions and keeping track of things. My friend always picked up his lots in person, so didn't have to worry about shipping problems, but his general opinion, which I respect, was that if you could be patient with occasional lapses in efficiency, and were not in a hurry, the guy had some great bargains.

Bob in WA

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 14:06:19 PST

I wonder whether I should just forget about the outstanding transactions with the powerseller who is no longer a registered user.

He has pretty good feedback score feedback score

PC

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Mar-01-07 at 14:02:01 PST

OK Bjorn, the call is yours! You are an elected President, so no 'dictator' label there!!

Linda

Posted by lluehhhb ( 246

) on Mar-01-07 at 13:43:51 PST

bjorn

I think 0-9 would be better than 0-10

if you want to show something related to "10", you can do it in the "1" week.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 13:35:04 PST

David

I guess it may not worth to get that block anymore even for less than $15.

PC

Posted by antonius-ra ( 615

)

on Mar-01-07 at 13:21:35 PST

I think thematic A-Z is the way to go but it is to wide open. I believe it would be best divided up. Say the first 26 weeks people and places. The next 26 weeks plants, animals, natural world. Next 26 structures, achievments, things etc etc. Something like this could keep the A-Z thing going for quite some time.
Mitchell
The World of Stamps

Posted by bjornmu ( 890

) on Mar-01-07 at 12:34:48 PST

Alec, well I'll be honoured but I don't want to sound like a dictator. :-)

I think a week for non A-Z letters whould be interesting, I have already though about the 9 items I need for 3 extra letters of 3 alphabets. :-) But I'll have to steal an image for one of them...

Then we can take 0-10. Should we include 0? I think I have a 0 item somewhere :-). And yes. it should be predictable what the next week will be so we don't have to wait for someone to decide.

We could say that next round has to be a topic as you suggested. Not that it's only one topic that week, but what is shown has to be related to a topic starting with the week's letter.

Does that sound like a plan?

Posted by dbenson ( 7920

)

on Mar-01-07 at 12:17:43 PST

Peter, and some perf. problems with some of the other stamps,

David B.

Posted by dbenson ( 7920

)

on Mar-01-07 at 12:10:01 PST

Peter, it looks like there is a problem in the top right corner as well as on 2 other stamps in the right hand block.

David B.

Posted by peterc8888 ( 301

) on Mar-01-07 at 11:59:47 PST

David and Jim

I finally got the back scan of the SG214 block.

SG214

PC

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 11:40:37 PST

Thanks Infla I will have to try tommorrow. I have to go to work thx... shannon

Posted by infla-alec ( 513

)

on Mar-01-07 at 11:36:00 PST

Bjorn I think it fair to let you decide what the format is for what follows the ABC show.
Fair to say the general opinion seems to be in favour of a 1-10 or 0-9 numeral show then back to A-Z.
I'm voting for having next week with any letters not in the English language, followed by the numerals then A-Z. The next ABC round should be something different to what has been shown these last 26 weeks. Possibly on a theme basis with each letter beinga theme showing, eg A for Aircraft,Animals, etc, etc.

Knackshack Try looking in the yellow box link below. That gives tips on how to post a link here to an image. If you are still having trouble then mail me via ebay and I'll try to help.

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-01-07 at 11:26:44 PST

Re: next series,
I concur on not having to many restrictions or rules. If we go to changing the topic weekly I suspect it would be Tuesday or Wednesday before we’d know the topic. For the most part I’d prefer more notice on the topic.

Jim(jaywild)
LOL, Just wish the cover was from Rush County. Actually I'm glad it’s not.
Maybe I should go looking for my rubber handstamp set? (NOT)
:8^ )

Jim L.

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 10:59:31 PST

I think I just might sound a little desperate in my stamp listing LOL Oh well.....

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 10:48:19 PST

looks very expensive jaywild!! :)

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 10:41:28 PST

thanks but there isnt anything like it in the searches.... Maybe i will post a pic if i can figure out how... Its like a collection of 12 in a europa binder

Posted by bjornmu ( 890

) on Mar-01-07 at 10:38:44 PST

Aaaargh, sorry for the bold again!

Posted by bjornmu ( 890

) on Mar-01-07 at 10:38:22 PST

Jaywild, I agree, it just doesn't look right. Besides, isn't DEC 11 a little bit early for someone to use a Christmas seal?

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 10:37:39 PST

News flash… Rare previously unknown handstamp just discovered. Estimated to be worth a fortune.

J

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by postalhysteria ( 3439

)

on Mar-01-07 at 09:55:21 PST

Ditto JW on the Christmas seal on cover

On the alphabet don't make too many rules

knackshack do an eBay search on Europa FDC 1982 and you will see what has sold and not sold at what price. Check the completed auctions too.

Jeff

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 09:52:49 PST

knackshack… Take a look here. I’ll bet your exact album is currently on sale on eBay.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 09:22:56 PST

NOIP… Maybe I’m just super skeptical, but it seems to me the Christmas seal on this was added recently. Otherwise, why would the paper of the cover still show rippling around the seal? That frequently happens when you apply something wet to paper, such as wet gum, but it certainly doesn’t persist for 100 years, particularly if it’s been tucked away somewhere, which is to be expected for an item this old. Otherwise it would have to have been standing upright in the open somewhere for a century, which doesn’t seem terribly likely.

Survey says: Pass on this one.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 09:13:59 PST

I have a collection of europa fdcs in its own binder. I dont know how to price fdcs.... Its from 1982. any ideas?

Posted by soggy333 ( 54

) on Mar-01-07 at 08:44:18 PST

There was a time when any cheap cover run over by a train would be consigned to the waste basket.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 08:19:23 PST

NOIP… Or, we could start off with an arbitrary topic, then the person who wins each week has to pick the topic for the next week’s entries, entirely according to whim. Suppose the first week is “airmail stamp” and Joe Jones wins, and for the next week he picks “ugliest stamp in the world” as the category.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Mar-01-07 at 08:15:51 PST

NOIP… How about—“A” place names, followed by “B” place names, etc.? It would be a slight variation on the A-Z theme, and would guarantee enough entries each week.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 07:35:40 PST

never any stamp collectors on the blogs

Posted by knackshack ( 1774

)

on Mar-01-07 at 07:33:02 PST

Hello everybody ive been blogging so i thought i would try chatting :)

Posted by knuden ( 2212

)

on Mar-01-07 at 07:21:15 PST

oggilby - Thanks for the link. I do only collect items from Sudetenland (with very few exeptions) so I can't use this cover. But one can never know and I'm interested in seeing all material with "Sudetenland" on. :O)

K.E

I'm a silly little man - whoopee!!

Posted by oggilby ( 1191

)

on Mar-01-07 at 06:37:45 PST

knuden--check this lower cover, in your area?

Greetings to all from a sunny Central Maryland!

Posted by knuden ( 2212

)

on Mar-01-07 at 06:14:37 PST

Z as Zeppelin

Flight to North America. Registered cover.

The Sudetenland flight.
The Sudetenland flight was made as a propaganda flight in connection with the referendum in Sudetenland December 4, 1938.
Cover.
Card.
Card.
All cards and covers got this reciever on the back.
During the flight leaflets with quotations of Adolf Hitler was thrown out from the Zeppeliner. There were 4 different in 4 different colors. So far I have 3 of them.
Leaflet 1..
Leaflet 2..
Leaflet 3.

The Bielefeld flight.Cover. This cover is unusual, as it was underfranked and put in due.

The Eger flight.
The Eger flight in 1939 was the second (and last) flight over Sudetenland. Card

K.E

I'm a silly little man - whoopee!!

Posted by cwhutch ( 633

)

on Mar-01-07 at 04:33:42 PST

Good morning.

Hutch

Posted by jim_lawler ( 1252

)

on Mar-01-07 at 04:27:37 PST

Greetings
and an Indiana "Good Morning"
to you all

In keeping with the "Z" theme here’s an oversized cover I picked up for the use of the stained glass window stamp in making up the rate.
click here .
close up of cancels:
Front – Parklands Kitwe January 9, 1978here.

Reverse – Kitwe January 9, 1978.

Reverse – Lusaka (?) January 12, 1978.

Jim L.

Posted by sheryll*net ( 90

)

on Mar-01-07 at 02:07:33 PST

Z is for Adolphus Zeitler, a trader and plantation owner in the New Hebrides in the early 1900s. (material taken from both the Oswald and Sarakata collections)

I hope you have enjoyed these vignettes of various people important in one way or another to the New Hebrides. I have drawn from this "Snapshots from the Pandemonium" exhibit for much of the ABC show. It is my favourite exhibit and was one of the hardest to prepare, as I tried to cover the whole history of the New Hebrides in 15 individual stories using material from just two collections.

S2

Posted by sheryll*net ( 90

)

on Mar-01-07 at 01:49:35 PST

Milenko - A thousand thanks for providing me with that article! Or should that be "merci mille fois"?

Vote - I'd like to see the letters that aren't in the English alphabet, then the numbers, and then a return to the ABC show.

S2

Posted by rolyrj ( 3 ) on Mar-01-07 at 00:46:38 PST

My Vote

Starting next week with 1 - 0 and then back to ABC but with different entries this time round.
Cheers

Roly

? The New Zealand Penny Universal

Posted by flip138 ( 366

) on Mar-01-07 at 00:01:15 PST

Try googling "train ran over pouch"...

Phil

Posted by claghorn1p ( 410

)

on Feb-28-07 at 23:01:23 PST

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Posted by rclwa ( 960

) on Feb-28-07 at 22:55:39 PST

Z is for ZAZZLE! They offer a choice of vertical or horizontal format, unlike Photostamps which uses square images. This one of a distant cousin's kid showed up on a Christmas card mailed from New York. Alas, it received no cancel, although the spray on bar codes facilitated its routing. Of further interest is the fact that the card is perfectly square, so by rights it should have required a 13¢ non-standard surcharge for failing to meet the minimum 1.3 aspect ratio.

Roger -- I wasn't thinking of typewritten, which would indeed hamper investigation. I own two covers bearing notable handwriting, both established firmly only after speculative purchase, which was inexpensive. One was sent by Grover Cleveland, and the other was received and personally notated by Clara Barton. Both perfectly match expensive autographs accessible on the internet.

Bob in WA

Posted by dbenson ( 7920

)

on Feb-28-07 at 22:35:27 PST

Jay, I doubt if even Johnno would have the imagination to use that term so it is most probably a genuine emergency handstamp, most of Johnnos markings have been rectangular boxed in Black,

David B.

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Feb-28-07 at 22:24:36 PST

Matt in AZ… When I lived in Tucson it was spring camp for the Cleveland Indians. I can remember going to games at Corbett Field in Randolph Park.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Feb-28-07 at 22:22:36 PST

D2… Does this look like a Johnno creation? Rubystamps has a whole slew of weird markings up for auction currently, and I couldn’t help but think of our creative friend.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by keleofa ( 3388

)

on Feb-28-07 at 22:02:06 PST

Oggilby,

Cactus League!

I'm only a few miles from the Angels stadium in Tempe. My son (now 14) and I go to 4 or 5 games every preseason. We have tickets to see the Giants-Angels. Will probably see the A's, Mariners and Brewers, too. The Cubs games are always sold out the first day they go on sale, and are sold out for 'Away' games, too. Seems like most of the Chicago metro area goes to Mesa for Spring Training!

The White Sox and D'Backs train down in Tucson.

Matt in Arizona

Posted by greenwave4u ( 72

) on Feb-28-07 at 21:09:24 PST

Alec Put me down for the 1 (or zero) to 9 not including the value, then back to A to Z.
Peter

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Feb-28-07 at 20:57:38 PST

Knud-Erik… Amazing “Z” presentation.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 | 2nd & 3rd Issue Revenue Designs | Colors, Scott 70/78, 24¢ Washington

Posted by 22028 ( 1566

)

on Feb-28-07 at 20:18:32 PST

knuden, nice covers. Only to be nitpicking..., the first cover is addressed to Würzburg and not Wurtsburg as you wrote. In fact Würzburg is my birth place and I live only 18km (10 miles) away from it. I admit, the old German handwriting is hard to read...

Posted by richwong ( 431

) on Feb-28-07 at 19:59:43 PST

Although their English is still bad, the PayPal spoofers are getting smarter. They now also appeal to our greed. I just got the following message:

Dear valued PayPal member:

The PayPal Online Department choose to apply the new security system, to protect your account. In return we will credit 50$ to your account - Just for your time! Helping us better understand how our customers feel benefits everyone.

It has come to our attention that your PayPal account information needs to be updated as part of our continuing commitment to protect your account in the year 2007 and to reduce the instance of fraud on our website.

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Feb-28-07 at 19:44:23 PST

Kalapnath

If the Belgium Stamp ID is what you seek at least describe it a little, I am sure there is someone here who could figure it out with a little help From you. Color, enomination, words, faces, size a little idea maybe.

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Feb-28-07 at 19:37:11 PST

Roger
Thanks for that post on the Razors
I am guessing that it is like any normal Philatelic
catalog. Take the pricing and rarity scales with the proverbial grain o salt.

Posted by due2cents ( 26

) on Feb-28-07 at 19:21:14 PST

Prochute -
I'm in tampa bay Just Like you I think.

Spellin was never my strong suet.

It was the Gulf's we noticed today feeding at the Penta's .
We have a number of books on Bufferfly's

But lately Little one is more interested in Birds. We watched some Flinches today for a while Till the Hawk
zoomed over and all the feathered ,furry, and bushy took off so as not to be Dinner.

Posted by iomoon ( 1044

)

on Feb-28-07 at 19:15:04 PST

Kalapnath

We are not mind readers.
Try providing a link to an image of your stamp.
If that is not possible, try looking through the big yellow box below.
Elsewise, indicate the country of the stamp, the face value, what is indicated in the image on the image, and anything else that might turn an inanswerable question into one that people could at least make a stab at.

Posted by mini*lindy ( 323

)

on Feb-28-07 at 19:12:02 PST

Kalapnath If you could give us a link to a scan of the stamp, or further information about it, (country? age? mint? used? face value? color?) someone here will usually be able to identify it for you. This is often a slow moving board so check back regularly to see any responses. If you dont know how to link a scan, scroll back to the Big Yellow Box for details.

Linda

Posted by malolo ( 836

)

on Feb-28-07 at 18:48:20 PST

Bob in WA -
No, I didn’t follow through on any attempt to confirm the writing. Sometimes one doesn’t even think of the esoteric possibilities. I think I sold it, but will check tomorrow. Off the top of my head I remeber the address to the governor as being typewritten. Oh well!

Paolo -

I’m so pleased to be an inspiration to other collectors. Any time you have a question, I’ll try to provide an answer. The Swiss chalky papers of 1940 are either easy, or very difficult to find depending on the denomination. These were the values issued and the first known dates, so no need to check any cover or stamp if the cancel is earlier.
50 cents - July 1940
60 cents - Dec 31, 1940
80 cents - 21 Sep, 1940
It is pretty easy to determine these stamps when looked at individually since the 1933 issue has a “grilled” back side. This is easy to see, thus uses after the above dates without grill are chalky paper. Be aware the 80 centimes stamp on cover is valued around SF2000, and the used stamp at SF500. The 60 centimes around SF200 oncover, SF65 stamp. The 50 centimes about the same as the 60.
The 1924 Shield issue aslo has the three varieties - plain, grilled and chalky. here is the ifon for the chalky:
90 cents - 10 July, 1940 on cover SF150-400, stamp SF75
120 - no date given on cover 150 - 500, stamp 110
150 - 30 November, 1940 Single franking SF7500, no prices for multiples, stamp SF1200.

So there is plently of opportunity for the forger to create cancels and try to pass the fake. Obviously the high priced items need a certificate, but then one pays dearly. Good hunting.

If anyone wants a list of razor cancels used with rarity and values I can make a copy and send you via regular mail, or you can check here:

http://www.a-phil.ch/A-phil/Information/Rasierklingenstempel.htm

Roger

Posted by jaywild ( 925

)

on Feb-28-07 at 18:33:18 PST

NOIP… A view of some spooky end-of-the-world clouds over West Los Angeles late this afternoon. Here is a look in the other direction, east down Santa Monica Blvd. through Century City. The Hollywood Sign is faintly visible on the dark hills in the background, and that tiny dark blip in the sky is a traffic helicopter.

Jim

? How to do a “flip-comparison” test on perforations
? US Stamp Identifiers: | 10c Issue of 1855-57 | First 3¢ Stamped Envelopes | Grilled Stamps | Large “Banknotes” | First Bureau Issues | Abe Lincoln’s “tiny eye”
| Washington-Franklin stamps of 1908-22 |