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GB Scott #54: A Collector’s Guide to the Queen Victoria One Shilling Green Stamp

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The Queen Victoria One Shilling Green (GB Scott #54) is one of the most admired high‑value classics of 19th‑century British philately. Its rich green color, engraved portrait, and distinctive corner letters make it instantly recognizable — and a standout piece for collectors who appreciate Victorian postal history. If you’re learning how to identify this stamp or evaluating one in your own collection, this guide will walk you through the key features that define Scott #54 and explain why it remains so popular today. At the end, you’ll find a link to a curated example available in our Etsy shop. What Makes Scott #54 a Classic? Issued during the late Victorian period, the One Shilling Green served as a high‑denomination stamp used for heavier letters, foreign mail, and commercial correspondence. Because of its postal role, most surviving examples are used — each carrying a unique story through its cancellation and wear. Collectors prize Scott #54 for its: Elegant line‑engraved portrait ...
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Canada 10 C Special Delivery Stamp SC E7 Used

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 In this post we see a Canada 10 Cents Special Delivery Stamp SC E7.  It is Used.   Canadian Special Delivery postage when put together with standard postage was used to speed up delivery of mail. They had a long run being issued 1898 until 1946.  In the center of the stamp appears to have an image of the the Coat of Arms of Canada  with it's country and service above. This stamp is available as part of the follow stamp lot for sale that includes back of book .
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LES BERNARD Brushed Gold Tone Jeweled Princess Square Cut Bezel Set Crystal Rhinestones Egyptian Revival Cleopatra Collar Necklace &Earrings

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In this post we see a Stunning Chic Very Elegant Unsigned Vintage LES BERNARD Brushed Satin Gold Tone Metal Jeweled Accented With Clear Sparkle Princess Square Cut Bezel Set Crystal Rhinestones Egyptian Revival Cleopatra Collar Panel/Links Necklace and Clip on Back Earrings Set! Very Heavy Total Weight 252.1 Grams!...... This is unsigned vintage "LES BERNARD" The necklace and clip earrings are from the 1970's-80's era, Brushed shiny gold tone metal graduated panel section that have movement and accented with beautiful princess square shapes/cuts, The necklace inside diameter measurement is 16 1/2" by approximately 1 1/4" at the widest point, The clasp is a fold over clasp and each of the links is strung on a double chain and attached at the clasp. The clip on back earrings are approximately 1 1/2" by 1". It weighs approximately 226.1 grams for the necklace and 26.1 grams for the earrings. Heavy solid and very well made quality pieces and is in EXCE...
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Tassel necklace designed by Shakira Caine for Franklin Mint "The Sultan's Treasure" line

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An absolutely beautiful tassel necklace designed by Shakira Caine (Michael Caine's wife) for "The Sultan's Treasure" line. Franklin Mint The Sultan's Treasure by Shakira Caine Yellow Gold Plated Accented With Blue Green Glass Clear Crystal Lariat Tassel Necklace Fancy Toggle Clasp Jewelry The necklace or lariat has a toggle clasp close loop with a tassel detail on the end. Necklace clasp is marked FM for the Franklin Mint. It is 22kt gold plated with a profusion of hand set colorful crystal and pave clear rhinestone accents. Necklace is 22" long and the tassel is 2-1/4" drop. This gorgeous is in excellent vintage condition with very minor signs of wear if any.  Available as part of this wonderful jewelry set .
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1968 Mexico 25 Pesos Silver Coin

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 Here we'll take a look at a Mexico 1968 25 Pesos silver coin.   On the obverse or front side seen in the picture above we see an native dancing with the Olympic rings below.  This 72 percent silver coin celebrates the Summer Olympics which were held in Mexico City in October of 1968.  A Latin American country had not previously hosted the games.  Bob Beamon set a record long jumping 8.9 meters or 29.2 feet and George Forman win gold in boxing and not long after goes pro. The reverse side has the Mexican Coat of Arms with the eagle biting the snake.  This coin is available for purchase here .
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1945 France SC# 559 Liberation 4 Francs Stamp Block of 6 Mint MNH

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In this post we'll be discussing a 1945 France SC# 559 Liberation 4 Francs Block of 6 Mint Not Hinged stamps.  The theme of these stamps celebrates the Liberation of Alsace and Lorraine during World War Two.  As far as who was in charge freeing Alsace from Germany we had on the allied side the Americans (under Generals Devers, Patch and O'Daniel)  and French forces under Général de Lattre.  They engaged the Germans who had 22,000 troops (under General Rasp) with success ultimately but not without challenges like water way barriers. This block of collectible stamps is available as part of this lot .
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1966 Canada Silver Dollar Coin Queen Elizabeth II Obverse Voyageur Canoe Reverse

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This post is about a Canadian silver dollar coin from 1966.  Please judge the grade for yourself by looking at the pictures.  This was the 2nd to last year that the Royal Canadian Mint made these with silver for normal circulation. Obverse side Reverse Side This coin is 80 percent silver and has a actual silver weight of .60 of an ounce. Not for sale currently but that may change if we decide otherwise.  
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