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#1036
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Facit 2013 Scandinavia Specialized Catalog IN COLOR (Facit 2013 Special) The primary Scandinavian specialized catalog. Includes all stamps, specialized listings, booklets, machine stamps, varieties, FDCs, etc., Special sections include: Early Sweden: covers/rates, proofs/essays; Norway early ship mail and pre-stamp mail; Norway #1 cancels; Denmark early cover destinations; DWI pre-stamp covers, shipping company stmps, stationery; Iceland numeral, C&P, early town, & BRIDGE cancels; Iceland APO/FPO Covers; Iceland revenues (greidslumerki & orlof ovpts) and postal stationery; Finland early covers/rates; Finland pre-stamp cancels; Russia used in Finland; more! In COLOR, with ENGLISH TEXT. SPECIAL SECTION: An EXPERT's GUIDE TO THE ICELAND Í GILDI '02-'03 OVERPRINTS with extremely valuable info in ENGLISH.
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#1520
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AFA Scandinavia 2012 Catalog (AFA Skandinavien Frimærkekatalog 2012) The primary Scandinavian catalog used within Denmark. Not specialized and entirely in Danish, but handy if you correspond with collectors in Denmark. Also includes Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia! |
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#301211
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Facit 2012 Specialized Catalog ÅLAND PAGES ONLY (complete) The Åland page section only. |
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#1448
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AFA Denmark 2012 Catalog The primary annual catalog used in Denmark. Lists all Danish, DWI, Faroe, Slesvig, and Greenland stamps with COLOR illustrations throughout. Includes FDCs, booklets, most major varieties, advertising pairs, coil combination pairs, machine stamps, reprints, Christmas seals, etc. Also prices postally used covers up to 1996. If you collect Denmark (and/or Faroe, DWI, or Greenland), you will enjoy this catalog. Special in this edition: 3-Ring Numeral Cancel town listing. |
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#301221
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Facit 2012 Specialized Catalog DANISH WEST INDIES PAGES ONLY (complete) The Danish West Indies page section only. |
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#1043
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Faroe GF10 Specialized Catalog DAKA 2010 The premier Faroe specialized catalog; the 'bible' for Faroe collectors. COLOR illustrations and COMPLETE ENGLISH text plus Danish text. Includes stamps, booklets, FDCs, show cards, packs, maximum cards, postal history, postmarks, FREIGHT STAMPS (tremendous new cataloging), REVENUE STAMPS (many listed for the first time anywhere), and MUCH MORE. |
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#301252
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Facit 2012 Specialized Catalog FINLAND PAGES ONLY (less last page) The Finland page section only, missing the last page (North Ingermanland) due to a conflict with the Åland section. |
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#301251
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Facit 2012 Specialized Catalog FINLAND and ÅLAND PAGES ONLY (complete) The Finland and Åland page sections only. |
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#1598
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Norgeskatalogen 2013 The catalog for Norwegian specialists. The 2013 (65th) edition is again improved. Includes English word list and English translation of many important sections. FULL COLOR! Includes special sections on forgeries, detailed info on printings, esp 20 mm and Central/Knudsen, papers, varieties of modern issues; coil stamps; booklets; souvenir cards; show cards; POSTHORN PRINTINGS and TYPES IDENTIFICATION; largest known units; date blocks; postal rates 1877-2012; watermark positions; pre-stamp cancels; postmark forgeries; machine stamps; official perfins; 1997-2012 date blocks w/increased detail. SPECIAL: "SWISS" (BRIDGE) TYPE CANCELLATIONS 1889-1930 CATALOGING WITH RARITY FACTORS (inc rail cancels), not in "Postal". Superb catalog! |
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#18190
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Norgeskatalogen 2012 Cancellation / Postal History "Postal" Catalog An INCREDIBLE NEW CATALOG of cancellations, postmarks, covers, postal history and postal labels. pre-stamp postmarks 1845-1855; single-ring cancels 1855- ca.1900; 3-ring cancels; 2-ring town cancels 1880-1931; 3-ring cancels after 1883; crown & posthorn cancels (many ships); Post i Butikk (cancels of post offices in stores 2001-2012; COVER REGISTER 1855-1905; WITH PRICING by rate, franking, and destination!; Postal rates 1877-2011; POSTAGE DUE 1875-2011 handstamps & cancels; POSTAL LABELS (registered, insured, due, etc.)!!!; official postal cards. BACKWARD TOWN NAME INDEXES for single-ring, 2-ring; and C&P cancels!!! A WONDERFUL NEW RESOURCE THAT IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST-HAVE FOR EVERY COLLECTOR OF NORWAY COVERS & CANCELS! ***ALREADY OUT OF PRINT*** |
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#1490
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Facit Sweden 2013 Catalog (Facit Sverige 2013) Non-specialized, Sweden-only. A great simplified Swedish catalog. Additionally, this is THE specialized catalog of SWEDISH LOCAL POST STAMPS, from the 1880s issues through the post-1993 issues, right up to date. Completely IN COLOR, with English text for the regular stamp issues (not the locals, but it is not really needed). This is the best possible reference for Swedish Locals of all eras. |
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#10100
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Folded Typewriter Postcards (Bell, 2008) Subtitled "Effective Economical Commercial Communications -- Types, Usages, Rarity, Development, Growth and Decline", this book is a fascinating study of a special type of post cards that were designed to be typed (message AND address) on one side, then the address portion folded and glued to show on the other side. Used primarily in Europe, they were used in the Scandinavian countries; author reports Scandinavian usages as "Scarce" to "Rare". Well written, very interesting, and packed full of useful info on this subject and broader postal history. 115 pages perfect bound, entirely in English and in FULL COLOR. Only 200 printed! |
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#10047
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AFA Scandinavian Christmas Seal Catalog 2012 (AFA; Julemaerker Norden 2012) ENORMOUS color catalog listing all the major AND ALL THE MINOR/LOCAL issuers of Scandinavian Christmas seals. THE AUTHORS STATE THAT THIS IS A ONE-TIME EDITION THAT WILL NOT BE REPEATED AT THIS HUGE SIZE (i.e. including all the minor and local issuers). Lists and prices all varieties, imperforates, sheets, booklets, proofs, etc. The 2007 edition was 344 pages; THIS 2012 EDITION HAS 856 PAGES! Very useful for both the general collector and the specialist. A handsome, sturdy, softbound catalog. English introduction; extremely easy to use. The last catalog that attempted this was issued in 1988 and is now rare. THIS WILL BE A SELL-OUT. I know it is costly, but GET YOUR COPY NOW or forever hold your peace. |
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#10046
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The Engraving Art of Czeslaw Slania (Short, 2008) This the most recent and final edition of this valuable book by Harold Short, who has since passed away. It was published by the Czeslaw Slania Study Group (which was since unilaterally disbanded by the founder); the rights are now owned by another organization. Originally only available to CSSG members, it was always hard to obtain and had become extremely sought after. The ultimate checklist, handbook, and catalog (but no pricing) of all of Slania's engraved stamps, labels, art, and other works. 123 pages, plastic coil bound, fully authorized new digital printing from original files. An absolute must-have book for every Slania collector.
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#12020
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Lightbourn's Picture Postcards of Danish West Indies and U.S. Virgin Islands (Wengrovitz and Heckman, 2010) A massive and fascinating handbook and catalog (no pricing) of the DWI's most prolific picture post card publisher. Hundreds of cards are carefully cataloged, with many illustrated (but if not illustrated, there is adequate description to identify based on the card's caption text). This could serve as a model for other publication projects. Plastic spiral binding, 243 pages. |
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#13172
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Handbook of Danish Essays, Volume Two, 1920-1939 (Benfield and Nordam, 2004) The first volume to be published of a 4-volume series, this is the most important work ever to be published on the subject of Danish essays. 372 pages (plus front matter) packed with hundreds of illustrations, catalog listings, rarity factors (with value ranges), etc. Includes extensive bibliographies by subject and author as well as brief biographies of the artists. Hardbound. Text completely in BOTH Danish and ENGLISH. A masterwork on an important subject. Published by Jay Smith & Associates. |
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#13195
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AFA Danish Block of Four Catalog 2012 (AFA Danmark Fireblokke 2012) Lists and prices all Danish mint and used 4-blocks and advertising panes; all 4-blocks, plate blocks, and sheets from Faroe and Greenland, and all Danish L-number plate blocks and sheets. |
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#13191
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The Return Post of the Danish Postal Service (and Catalog of Official Seals) (Kurt Hansen and John R. Sabin, 2007) This important reference is the English translation and expansion of a series of Danish-language articles written by Hansen. I had proposed to Sabin that these articles be published in English; Sabin has done a terrific job of bringing this valuable info to a wider audience. The information in this small handbook was virtually unavailable in Danish and non-existent in English. The catalog of the Official Seals (dead letter office / returned letter stamps) is extremely valuable and goes well beyond anything previously available. Completely in ENGLISH and well-illustrated in FULL COLOR throughout. ONLY 60 COPIES PRINTED. |
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#13189
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Danish Postal Rates 1851-2008 (Tobol, 2007; Takstfortegnelse 1851-2008) An updated and again expanded edition of this important book. Lists all Danish stamps and indicates the primary postal rates for each stamp issue. Also lists stamps by the life of their intended postal rates, up to 90 days; the shortest are rarities of just 3 days! Extensive, easy to use postal rate tables. |
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#13196
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Danish Postal Rates and Postal History 1875-2003 (Bundgaard, 2011; Danske Forsendelser 1875-2003) A combination of a postal rate and postal history book, this is an invaluable reference for any collector of Danish covers. There are good rate books for common rates, for early air rates, and the rates for which stamps were issued. However, this book delves deeper into the rates, including unusual uses. Especially useful are AIR RATES FROM 1950s-1980s which have otherwise been almost impossible to find in the literature. In Danish, but fairly easy to use. Very sturdy softbound, 216 pages. An important long-needed reference. |
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#13198
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The Maritime Postmarks of the Danish Kingdom (Danielski and Schilling, 2010) A wonderful new, original (not a translation) book published by the Scandinavian Philatelic Foundation. This heavily illustrated, 243-page, hardbound book fills a tremendous hole in Danish philatelic literature. Pictures every ship mail postmark (1854 on), route postmark, paquebot, etc. Describes the routes (back into the 1700s), ships, dates of use, and assigns rarity factors. Includes FAROE and GREENLAND. Plus has 32 page pictorial index of the postmarks organized by appearance / type, making it tremendously easier to find postmark listings. Limited edition which I expect to sell out. |
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#1043
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Faroe GF10 Specialized Catalog DAKA 2010 The premier Faroe specialized catalog; the 'bible' for Faroe collectors. COLOR illustrations and COMPLETE ENGLISH text plus Danish text. Includes stamps, booklets, FDCs, show cards, packs, maximum cards, postal history, postmarks, FREIGHT STAMPS (tremendous new cataloging), REVENUE STAMPS (many listed for the first time anywhere), and MUCH MORE. |
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#16030
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100th Anniversary of Parcel Post Stamps in Greenland (Flemming Petersen, 2005) A handsome, officially produced book detailing the development, design, production, and use of the Pakke-Porto stamps, affectionately termed the Polar Bears. Hardbound, 64 pages, with wonderful color illustrations, many of which have not been seen before. Text fully in Danish, German, and ENGLISH. INCLUDES ALL THREE STAMPS AND THE SOUVENIR SHEET commemorating the Pakke-Porto issues (the three stamps and s/s alone sell for $129.50)! A wonderful, important, and beautifully produced book! |
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#16031
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Ships in Greenlandic Waters Over 1000 Years: Set of Two Volumes (Ventegodt, Greenland Post Office, 2003) Officially issued by the post office set of two books detailing and illustrating the history of navigation in Greenlandic waters. Each volume hardbound, each 64 pages, and each completely IN ENGLISH. Fascinating and informative text, and accented with relevant stamp illustrations. Includes all 16 stamps issued for this subject in 2002-2005. Original post office issue cost was approximately $68! Wonderful books for Greenland philatelists and Nordic and Arctic and/or ship history buffs. These should be (but are not) in most major public libraries. Normal price $135 -- SPECIAL PRICE! |
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#16032
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Ships in Greenlandic Waters Over 1000 Years: Volume I (Ventegodt, Greenland Post Office, 2003) Officially issued by the post office detailing and illustrating the early years and sailing ship era of navigation in Greenlandic waters. Hardbound, 64 pages, and completely IN ENGLISH. Fascinating and informative text, and accented with relevant stamp illustrations. Includes the 8 stamps issued for this subject in 2002-2003. Original post office issue cost was approximately $32! Wonderful book for Greenland philatelists and Nordic and Arctic and/or ship history buffs. This should be (but is not) in most major public libraries. Normal price $65 -- SPECIAL PRICE! |
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#16033
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Ships in Greenlandic Waters Over 1000 Years: Volume II (Ventegodt, Greenland Post Office, 2003) Officially issued by the post office detailing and illustrating the steam era, WWII, and later years of navigation in Greenlandic waters. Hardbound, 64 pages, and completely IN ENGLISH. Fascinating and informative text, and accented with relevant stamp illustrations. Includes the 8 stamps issued for this subject in 2004-2005. Original post office issue cost was approximately $35! Wonderful book for Greenland philatelists and Nordic and Arctic and/or ship history buffs. This should be (but is not) in most major public libraries. Normal price $70 -- SPECIAL PRICE! |
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#17033
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Postal Rates in Iceland 1870-2009 (Flack, 2009) A monumental new edition on the previously under-researched, complicated field of Icelandic postal rates. Entirely in English and with 242 pages and color illustrations, this is the standard reference on the subject. Includes local, domestic, Nordic, European, and world rates; parcel rates, special services, etc., with excellent coverage of the complicated airmail rates and surcharges. Highly recommended. |
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#18193
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Posthorn Stamp Issues Identification Key (Aune, 2006) Color 16 page booklet that steps through the identification process for Posthorn design stamps, RESULTING IN NORGESKATALOGEN NUMBERS. Text entirely in Norwegian and numbers are from Norgeskatalogen, thus extra effort if you do not read Norwegian and/or do not have an NK catalog. (If enough orders are received I MAY, not guaranteed, develop an English translation and a basic correlation to Scott numbers.) |
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#18183
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Local Officially Issued Stamp Booklets (Little Library vol. 3) (2007; Det lille bibliotek bind 3). Includes the best and most recent cataloging of thes fascinating modern booklets which are often very scarce. Includes many other important articles and catalogs including modern postal stationery, postage due marks, express labels, etc. (see item #18183). Highly recommended. |
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#18188
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Norway Parcel Post to 1945 (Ellis and Totten, 2011) A wonderful, long-needed work on all aspects of Norwegian parcel post, from the beginnings up to 1945. Includes domestic and foreign uses, periodicals and newspapers, cash-on-delivery, etc., with cataloging of the recorded postmarks, postal forms / parcel cards, labels, etc., as well as the domestic and to-Nordic parcel post rates. Well written, and well illustrated in color. 73 pages, metal-coil binding. A must-have book for any collector of Norwegian postal history. |
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#18176
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Prisoners of War and Internees in Norway in World War I 1914-1919 (Thiesen, 2006) Subtitled "A Postal History Study", this also contains a great deal of information regarding conditions in Norway during WWI. 120 large-format pages COMPLETELY IN ENGLISH, with many illustrations. The primary internees are from the German Cruiser S.H.H. Berlin, the British Cruiser H.M.S. India, and the German Naval Airship (blimp, Zeppelin) L20, as well as other small groups. Includes censorship, Red Cross, markings, postmarks, labels, incoming and outgoing mail, and even lists of the names of the known internees and POWs. A must-have reference for anybody interested in WWI postal history, censorship, Norwegian postal history, etc. |
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#18175
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German Military Units and Field Post Numbers Connected to Norway 1940-1945 (Lordahl, 2001; Tyske militaere avdelinger of feltpostnumre tilknyttet Norge 1940-1945) An extraordinarily valuable book discussing the German military mail in/to/from Norway and, for the first time, attempting to list all the FP numbers, Kenn numbers, units, locations, etc. 58 pages of FULL TEXT in Norwegian, ENGLISH, and German, with excellent explanations. Followed by perhaps 250 unnumbered pages listing by FP#, Organizational Unit Name, and Location in Norway. AN ABSOLUTELY MUST-HAVE BOOK FOR German military mail in/to/from Norway during WWII; you have to have this to know for sure if a cover is actually from the Norwegian area of operations. Easy to use and understand. Highly recommended; it can pay for itself with one cover. |
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#18178
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German Official Mail in Norway 1942-1945 (Bunaes, 2004; Deutsches Dienstpostamt Oslo 1942-1945) An extraordinarily interesting, but up to now little documented, chapter of Norwegian WWII postal history. This is THE ultimate reference on all possible aspects of the subject. 68 pages with COMPLETE ENGLISH and Norwegian text. Many illustrations (some in color) of covers, pre-printed envelopes, handstamps, postal markings, and cancellations. Includes a catalog section with an attempt at RARITY RATINGS for postmarks. An important, must-have book for anybody interested in Norwegian WWII-era postal history or postal markings. |
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#18179
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Postal History of Gestapo Police Prisoner Camp Grini (in Norway) During WWII (Lordahl, 2004; Polizeihaftlingslager GRINI 1941-1945 and the Prisoner Mail) A fascinating, if not chilling, postal history (and brief social history) of this little-known chapter of the German Occupation of Norway. 48 pages, COMPLETELY IN ENGLISH, well illustrated. Includes cataloging of known handstamps, censorship markings, labels, pre-printed forms and cards, etc. |
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#18180
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Norwegian Officers in German Captivity 1940-1945 and Their Prisoner Mail (Lordahl, 2004) A fascinating history of this little-known subject. COMPLETELY IN ENGLISH and remarkably well illustrated. 40 pages covering every possible aspect of the prisoners and their incoming and outgoing mail. Includes censorship and Red Cross connections. Catalog and illustrations of all known markings. |
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#18181
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Norwegian Student Internees 1943-1945 and Their Postal History. (Lordahl, 2007; Norske Studenter Internert 1943-1945) In 1943 university students in Norway protested the advantages given to Nazi party members at the University of Oslo. 1100 students were arrested; some were released, but 652 were sent to Germany for so-called re-education. This 93-page, Norwegian text only book documents their story and the postal history of the mail sent by and to them. Remarkably well illustrated and includes a list of all 652 students so that you may properly identify student covers. Includes all related aspects of prisoner mail, camp markings, Red Cross connections, censorship markings and labels, etc. A fascinating and virtually unknown subject. |
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#18177
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German Prisoners of War in Norway 1945-1947 and Their Prisoner Mail (Fedde, Lordahl, Torstad, 2005) This fascinating subject has seen virtually no coverage in philatelic (or other) literature. At the end of WWII, there were about 500,000 foreign citizens in Norway, about 300,000 of them German (or Austrian) military personnel. This 142 large-format page book details some of the history of the movement of these people and the extensive postal history, censorship, etc., related to their captivity and repatriation. COMPLETELY IN ENGLISH with many illustrations, including original documents, and extensive detail. This book represents the important final chapter for Norway in WWII. |
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#18190
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Norgeskatalogen 2012 Cancellation / Postal History "Postal" An incredible new catalog of cancellations, postmarks, covers, postal history and postal labels. pre-stamp postmarks 1845-1855; single-ring cancels 1855- ca.1900; 3-ring cancels; 2-ring town cancels 1880-1931; 3-ring cancels after 1883; crown & posthorn cancels (many ships); Post i Butikk (cancels of post offices in stores 2001-2012; COVER REGISTER 1855-1905; WITH PRICING by rate, franking, and destination!; Postal rates 1877-2011; POSTAGE DUE 1875-2011 handstamps & cancels; POSTAL LABELS (registered, insured, due, etc.)!!!; official postal cards. BACKWARD TOWN NAME INDEXES for single-ring, 2-ring; and C&P cancels!!! A WONDERFUL NEW RESOURCE THAT IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST-HAVE FOR EVERY COLLECTOR OF NORWAY COVERS & CANCELS! ***ALREADY OUT OF PRINT*** |
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#18183
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Modern Norwegian Postal Stationery (Little Library vol. 3) (2007; Det lille bibliotek bind 3). Includes the only cataloging of modern postal stationery issued after 1997 catalog. Also contains article and cataloging for post office change of address cards (very much like postal stationery). Many other important articles and catalogs as well, including local booklets. Highly recommended. |
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#18189
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Spitzbergen Cruise Mail 1890-1914 (Inc. Local Post Stamps & Postmarks) 3rd Ed (Adams, Totten, and Williams, THIRD EDITION 2011; Spitzbergen Cruise Mail 1890-1914) Fascinating and extremely useful 86-page, entirely English language, color-illustrated book describing the postal history of the early Spitzbergen mails which mostly emanated from tourist cruise ship visits. Includes extensive details on the ships, routes, and cruising activity, but especially cataloging and illustrating the local post stamps and labels, and the postmarks and ships cachets, etc. Wonderfully produced. THIS THIRD EDITION HAS 28 MORE PAGES than the 2nd Edition; even if you have a previous edition, I highly recommend this new, expanded edition. |
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The Revenue Stamps of Norway and Related Non-Fiscal Issues (Wang, 2007) An extraordinarily important new work that will surely be the standard reference for decades to come. Wang's extremely thorough approach, together with invaluable contributions from Paul Nelson and Frederick and Alexander Brofos, plus those of more than 50 other people, has resulted in an extremely useful catalog / handbook. Every item illustrated and fully described; with English text, and CATALOG PRICE GUIDE (pages 1004-1061). 1090 pages packed with information. The printed edition is out of print, but a few copies are still available on CD (which has the advantage of color pictures). This is a must-have catalog! |
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#18194
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Norwegian Christmas Seals Catalog 1906-2006 (Aune and Ljodal, 2010; Priskatalog Norske Julemerker 1906-2006). The first 100 years of Norwegian Christmas seals, from all Christmas-time issuers. Very important and extremely well produced hardbound 157 page book with hundreds of color illustrations. Illustrates seals, varieties, types, proofs, booklets, sales signs, etc. Includes identification details for the reprints of the very early issues. Has postal rate charts for Christmas time mailings. All listings are priced. In Norwegian, but should be easy to use for most readers (I can help if necessary). Extraordinary reference that is a must-have if you collect any aspect of Norwegian seals or their use. |
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#18183
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Little Library of Norwegian Philately - Volume 3 - 2007 (2007; Det lille bibliotek bind 3). Foreign Post Office Postmarks at Stamp Shows in Norway, catalog supplement to vol 2; LOCALLY ISSUED STAMP BOOKLETS important catalog; Post Office Christmas souvenir cards; POSTAGE DUE MARKINGS ON MAIL TO OTHER COUNTRIES; Personalized stamps issued by stamp shows and philatelic organizations; EXPRESS MAIL POSTAL HISTORY AND LABELS w/catalog; Post Office Address Change Cards (related to postal stationery); MODERN POSTAL STATIONERY (since 1997 catalog; many topicals); index to vols 1-3. Tremendously important and useful. Should be in every Norwegian philatelic library. |
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#18192
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Norwegian Philatelic Year Book 2012 Over 25 articles, including ship mail (several articles); early flights; local postal histories and their postmarks; modern postal stationery; new stamp issues; new pictorial cancels; Olympic philately; Listebrev cancels; Antarctic Expeditions; special handstamps' America mail to Norway; WWII occupation mail; 1870 Balloon flight to Norway. Valuable reference with quite a bit of information never before published in book form. |
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#18191
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Norwegian Philatelic Year Book 2011 0ver 24 articles, including ship mail (several articles); early Norway metered mail; letter from 1442!; CATALOG OF NORWEGIAN INTERNATIONAL REPLY COUPONS (24 pages); local postal histories; WWII postal history; FAROE ship mail (skyds letters); new special cancels; modern postal history; and much more. A valuable reference; most of the information has never been published in book form. |
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#18187
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Norwegian Philatelic Year Book 2010 0ver 30 articles, including ship mail (several articles); Scouting cancels; local postal histories and their postmarks; modern postal stationery; new stamp issues; new pictorial cancels; WWII POW camp; WWII Legion label; machine cancels in Alesund; railway postal history; Svalbard route ship mail; Norway-GB ship mail 1807-1815; and much more. A valuable reference with quite a bit of information never before published in book form. |
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#18186
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Norwegian Philatelic Year Book 2009 0ver 25 articles, including ship mail (several articles); Scouting cancels; local postal histories and their postmarks; modern postal stationery; new stamp issues; new pictorial cancels; Hindenburg and Zeppelin mail; history of Norwegian post office emblem / logo; 1882 cover to Africa; Norwegians in 1899-1902 Boer war; U.S. presidents on stamps; 1945 sinking of Cap Arcona refugee ship; parcel post cancellations; and much more. A valuable reference with quite a bit of information never before published in book form. |
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#19109
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75 Years of Post Office Stamp Printing 1920-1995 (Johansson, 1995; Postens Frimarks Tryckeri Under 75 Ar 1920-1995) This book is a 40-page reprinting of a 1995 Postal Museum Yearbook article. Entirely in Swedish, it discusses the development of Swedish stamp printing from the 1920 installation of a new rotary printing press (American-made Stickney press) to 1995. Very interesting with many useful photos and illustrations. INCLUDES BLACKPRINTS of the 1995 Film issue and three 1920-1928 definitive issue stamps (Scott #115, #116 Type II, and #168 Type II), all made directly from the original engravings, thus in wonderful proof quality. Extremely scarce book -- the price is based on the value of the blackprints in it. Little known and virtually unobtainable. Inquire for copies w/o blackprints.
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#19107
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Facit Swedish Postal History / Cancellation Catalog VIII (2009) (Facit, 2009; Facit Postal VIII Ortstamplar & Posthistoria) This is the primary priced catalog and handbook for postmarks, including town, railway, ship, rural, military, foreign, pre-stamp, etc. Also includes extensive postal rate charts (the most useful reference). Important pre-stamp postal history section, and postal label section. Now includes PERFINS with pricing for stamps and covers! Greatly expanded with many price increases. Rural cancels are expanded (now including rectangular cancels); Military cancels expanded, now with pricing of Postanstalten cancels!; and much improved railway cancel listings. Includes REVERSE ALPHABETICAL TOWN NAME INDEX. This is THE must-have reference for cancel and postal history collectors. |
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#19108
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Swedish Machine Postmarks: Symbol Designs Starting 1996 (Nordin, 2008; Brevnatet Stamplar Symboler) Starting in 1996, Sweden Post concentrated postmarking of mail into 19 postal terminals. The postmarks at first bore the town name of the terminal location, but later only POSTEN SVERIGE. However, all the postmarks bore a pictorial symbol of the respective town/region. This is the primary catalog of this interesting and inexpensive collecting area. The text is in Swedish, but it is easy to use. 35 pages, metal coil bound. Includes illustrations, descriptions, dates of use, known varieties (with dates of use), explanation of the pictorial symbols, etc. This is important modern postal history. |
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#1490
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Sweden Local Post Catalog (Facit Sweden 2013 Catalog) (Facit Sverige 2013) Non-specialized, Sweden-only. A great simplified Swedish catalog. Additionally, this is THE specialized catalog of SWEDISH LOCAL POST STAMPS, from the 1880s issues through the post-1993 issues, right up to date. Completely IN COLOR, with English text for the regular stamp issues (not the locals, but it is not really needed). This is the best possible reference for Swedish Locals of all eras. |
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#1032
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Sweden Revenue Stamps Catalog (Facit 2009 Scandinavia Specialized Catalog) (Facit 2009 Special) The most complete, up-to-date, catalog of Swedish Revenue Stamps, including the municipal revenues. A 'special article' in the annual Facit Catalog; not likely to be repeated for several years (last time was 2005). Updated and improved! ENGLISH TEXT, IN COLOR, PRICED. |
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#1000016
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Stamp Mount Cutter This is the mount cutter that we prefer to use in the office and with our personal collections. Made sturdy enough to cut heavy paper, yet highly precise with a sensitive touch. 6.75-inch cutting length with spring-loaded cutting arm to make smooth, even cuts effortlessly. Clear plastic hold-down at the cutting edge is narrow enough to work with very small mounts and wide enough to hold firmly -- it can be removed for larger items. Crisp, clean cuts with confidence. The handy slide-out (removable if you wish) storage drawer is terrific for keeping various small mount pieces. We have been using this for a couple of years, but I wish it had existed decades ago! Lower cost than other mount cutters of this size -- and I think it is better!
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