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Auction: 5011 - Stamps & Covers of the World
Lot: 2427

Jordan 1920-60 the valuable and wide-ranging collection representing very many aspects of the postal history of this interesting country, neatly mounted and arranged on F.G. Series oversize leaves; the collection includes 1920 (Nov.) covers registered from Amman (2) and from Salt (3, one registered), 1924 Royal visit issue, registered envelope from Amman to Jerusalem bearing 1/2pi. (2), 1pi. (2), 11/2pi. (2) and 2pi. (2), rare issue on cover, 1924-25 Hejaz overprint issues covers and cards (15) two registered and a registered front, 1925 (Nov.) "East of Jordan" on Palestine issue envelopes (5, two registered including three multi-frankings), 1930 Locust Campaign registered envelope from Amman to U.K. bearing 2m. to 50m., scarce issue on cover, 1930 Emir issue covers (9) with values to 100m., 1933 Tourist envelopes (3) with values to 100m., later issues with 1947 Obligatory Tax, 1950 "paid" overprints, 1952 currency change, 1953-56 "postage" overprints, range with errors; Postage Dues, an interesting group with rare Hejaz overprint value, T.P.O.´s, censored mail, postcards, instructional markings, 1950´s sub-office cancellations (extensive range), Occupation, Military items etc. Viewing essential to appreciate the scope of this fascinating collection (over 300 items). Photo Estimate £ 4,500-5,000

Sold for
£3,500