South West Africa (SWA) Stamp Collection Extensive Selection of Early & Mid-Century Issues (Mint & Used)
Item Description
Offered for sale is a comprehensive philatelic lot of South West Africa (SWA) issues, spanning the King George VI era through to the mid-20th-century commemorative pictorials. This collection offers a great opportunity for the specialist or the general collector looking to bolster their Southern African holdings.
Whats Included:
Mint/Lightly Mounted Section:
o Features a beautiful array of King George VI definitives, 1947 Royal Visit commemoratives, and UPU issues.
o These stamps are in exceptional condition; they are extremely lightly mounted mint, preserving the original gum quality and vibrant color.
o Includes a strong run of 1952 Van Riebeeck tercentenary issues and the 1953 Coronation set.
Used & Cancellations Section:
o A diverse mix of definitive pictorials (including the classic springbok designs) and later issues.
o This section focuses on postal history interest, featuring a range of Postage Dues (Te Betalen) and "OFFICIAL" overprints.
o Includes a variety of legible town cancellations, including Grootfontein, offering excellent study material for postmark enthusiasts.
Condition Summary:
The collection is neatly presented on two pages. The mint items in the first image are well-preserved and ideal for a display album. The used selection in the second image shows honest, period-correct usage and clear cancellations. Please review both images carefully to appreciate the quality and breadth of this lot.
Shipping & Payment
Shipping: Sturdy, rigid packaging provided to ensure the stock pages and stamps arrive in the condition depicted.
Combined Shipping: I am happy to combine shipping with my other active philatelic listings. Please request a total before finalizing your payment.
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After over 50 wonderful years of passionately building my personal stamp collection, I am entering a new chapter of retirement and offering portions of my cherished accumulation to the collecting community. As a retiree, parting with these pieces helps support my next journey, and as a first-time online seller, I deeply appreciate your patience and understanding as I learn the ropes.
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