Transvaal Vintage Stamp Collection Accumulation ZAR VRI Edward VII Blocks & Postcard
Identification
Country of Origin / Issuing Entity: Transvaal (South African Republic / Z.A.R., British Colony of Transvaal, and Post Office/Revenue issues).
Series & Issues:
Z.A.R. Definitive issues featuring the coat of arms (18851890s issues and the 1895 1p "Eerste Penny Postvervoer" commemorative/special delivery) (Images 1, 3).
V.R.I. (Victoria Regina Imperatrix) overprints on Z.A.R. stamps issued during the Anglo-Boer War period (circa 19001902) (Images 2, 3).
King Edward VII definitive issues for Transvaal (Postage and Revenue) and Post Office Postage Due stamps (circa 19021909) (Images 4, 5, 6).
Postal Stationery postcard used in 1913 featuring a Transvaal King Edward VII adhesive stamp tied with a cancel (Image 7).
Approximate Year of Issue: Ranging from 1885 through 1913.
Listing Description
Transvaal Vintage & Antique Stamp Collection Lot
An exceptional accumulation of vintage Transvaal philatelic material, featuring a wide selection of classic issues from the Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek (Z.A.R.), V.R.I. overprints, King Edward VII definitive issues, postage dues, and a written postal history postcard dated 1913.
Highlights Include:
Z.A.R. Coat of Arms & Early Issues: Featuring various denominations with historic printings, including the 1p Eerste Penny Postvervoer stamp.
V.R.I. Overprints: Single values and superb unmounted mint blocks of four.
King Edward VII Definitives & Postage Dues: Ranging across multiple denominations with various town cancellations (e.g., Johannesburg, Pretoria).
Postal History: A 1913 handwritten postcard franked with a Transvaal stamp and tied with a clear postmark.
Important Buyer Information:
Images: Prospective buyers are advised to examine all uploaded images carefully, as the images form an integral part of the description to fully acquaint yourselves with the exact items you are purchasing.
Condition: The condition varies across the collection as visible in the photographs. The mint individual stamps are generally mounted mint, while some are unmounted mint. The blocks of four are all superb unmounted mint. Used items feature authentic period postmarks and cancellations with typical wear consistent with age.
Year of Issue: Spans from circa 1885 to 1913.
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