One-Owner Lifetime Stamp Collection - Auction #1
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This is the first of several auctions for this upstate South Carolina stamp collector. It features 400 lots of US and foreign stamps in singles, groups and unopened envelopes. All items sell to the highest bidder - register for one auction and bid in both!
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#971 1948 3c Volunteer Firemen 300th Anniversary
U.S. #971 commemorates the 300 anniversary of the first volunteer fire department in America. New Netherlands leader Peter Stuyvesant appointed four men to act as fire wardens in New Amsterdam now known as New York City. The wardens inspected chimneys and administered fines to people who had not kept their chimneys swept clear to prevent fires. The money gained from the fines was used to purchase fire-fighting equipment such as ladders and buckets.
#971 1948 3c Volunteer Firemen 300th Anniversary
U.S. #971 commemorates the 300 anniversary of the first volunteer fire department in America. New Netherlands leader Peter Stuyvesant appointed four men to act as fire wardens in New Amsterdam now known as New York City. The wardens inspected chimneys and administered fines to people who had not kept their chimneys swept clear to prevent fires. The money gained from the fines was used to purchase fire-fighting equipment such as ladders and buckets.
#971 1948 3c Volunteer Firemen 300th Anniversary
U.S. #971 commemorates the 300 anniversary of the first volunteer fire department in America. New Netherlands leader Peter Stuyvesant appointed four men to act as fire wardens in New Amsterdam now known as New York City. The wardens inspected chimneys and administered fines to people who had not kept their chimneys swept clear to prevent fires. The money gained from the fines was used to purchase fire-fighting equipment such as ladders and buckets.
#977 - 1948 3c Moina Michael Poppy Campaign Block of Four Stamps
On November 9, 1918, Moina Michael penned her poem, "We Shall Keep the Faith," and resolved to wear a red poppy every day in remembrance of the fallen.
#978 1948 Lincoln Gettysburg Address 3c Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #978 was issued on the 85th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Considered one of the greatest speeches in U.S. history, it is more remarkable compared to the events of the day.
#978 1948 Lincoln Gettysburg Address 3c Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #978 was issued on the 85th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Considered one of the greatest speeches in U.S. history, it is more remarkable compared to the events of the day.
#978 1948 Lincoln Gettysburg Address 3c Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #978 was issued on the 85th anniversary of President Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. Considered one of the greatest speeches in U.S. history, it is more remarkable compared to the events of the day.
#979 - 1948 3c American Turners Society 100th Anniversary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #979 commemorated the 100th anniversary of the American Turners Society, and sparked a controversy. The American Turners were an organization of German-American gymnasts who promoted physical fitness. The stamp was proposed by a resolution of the U.S. House of Representatives, who authorized a "special series" of stamps honoring the Turners.
#979 - 1948 3c American Turners Society 100th Anniversary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #979 commemorated the 100th anniversary of the American Turners Society, and sparked a controversy. The American Turners were an organization of German-American gymnasts who promoted physical fitness. The stamp was proposed by a resolution of the U.S. House of Representatives, who authorized a "special series" of stamps honoring the Turners.
#979 - 1948 3c American Turners Society 100th Anniversary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #979 commemorated the 100th anniversary of the American Turners Society, and sparked a controversy. The American Turners were an organization of German-American gymnasts who promoted physical fitness. The stamp was proposed by a resolution of the U.S. House of Representatives, who authorized a "special series" of stamps honoring the Turners.
#981 - 1949 3c Minnesota Territory Plate Block of Four Stamps
Issued in 1949, U.S. #981 pictures a settler with an ox-cart to commemorate the centennial of the founding of the Minnesota Territory. The image highlights the Territory's rapid expansion. From 1849 to 1857, the population grew from 6,000 to over 150,000, as settlers poured into the region to take advantage of the vast natural resources.
#981 - 1949 3c Minnesota Territory Plate Block of Four Stamps
Issued in 1949, U.S. #981 pictures a settler with an ox-cart to commemorate the centennial of the founding of the Minnesota Territory. The image highlights the Territory's rapid expansion. From 1849 to 1857, the population grew from 6,000 to over 150,000, as settlers poured into the region to take advantage of the vast natural resources.
#982 - 1949 3c Washington and Lee University, Plate Block of Four Stamps
In 1749, Scotch and Irish immigrants founded Augusta Academy, a small classical school deep in the Virginia valley. Inspired by patriotism, the academy trustees changed the name to Liberty Hall. The school relocated to nearby Lexington four years later and was empowered by the Virginia legislature to grant degrees.
In 1796, George Washington saved the struggling academy with an endowment of $20,000 worth of stock. In gratitude, the trustees changed the school's name to Washington Academy. The donation was one of the largest in its time and continues to offset the university's operating budget today.
General Robert E. Lee served as the president of the university in 1865. Under Lee's direction, the university offered the first college courses in business and journalism in the United States. After Lee's death in 1870, trustees changed the name to Washington and Lee University.
In 1796, George Washington saved the struggling academy with an endowment of $20,000 worth of stock. In gratitude, the trustees changed the school's name to Washington Academy. The donation was one of the largest in its time and continues to offset the university's operating budget today.
General Robert E. Lee served as the president of the university in 1865. Under Lee's direction, the university offered the first college courses in business and journalism in the United States. After Lee's death in 1870, trustees changed the name to Washington and Lee University.
#982- 1949 3c Washington and Lee University, Plate Block of Four Stamps
In 1749, Scotch and Irish immigrants founded Augusta Academy, a small classical school deep in the Virginia valley. Inspired by patriotism, the academy trustees changed the name to Liberty Hall. The school relocated to nearby Lexington four years later and was empowered by the Virginia legislature to grant degrees.
In 1796, George Washington saved the struggling academy with an endowment of $20,000 worth of stock. In gratitude, the trustees changed the school's name to Washington Academy. The donation was one of the largest in its time and continues to offset the university's operating budget today.
General Robert E. Lee served as the president of the university in 1865. Under Lee's direction, the university offered the first college courses in business and journalism in the United States. After Lee's death in 1870, trustees changed the name to Washington and Lee University.
In 1796, George Washington saved the struggling academy with an endowment of $20,000 worth of stock. In gratitude, the trustees changed the school's name to Washington Academy. The donation was one of the largest in its time and continues to offset the university's operating budget today.
General Robert E. Lee served as the president of the university in 1865. Under Lee's direction, the university offered the first college courses in business and journalism in the United States. After Lee's death in 1870, trustees changed the name to Washington and Lee University.
#983 - 1949 3c Puerto Rico Election Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #983 was issued to commemorate the 1948 election of Luis Mu...oz Marin as the first governor of Puerto Rico.
#983 - 1949 3c Puerto Rico Election Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #983 was issued to commemorate the 1948 election of Luis Mu...oz Marin as the first governor of Puerto Rico.
#983 - 1949 3c Puerto Rico Election Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #983 was issued to commemorate the 1948 election of Luis Mu...oz Marin as the first governor of Puerto Rico.
#984 - 1949 3c Annapolis Tercentenary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #984 was issued to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the founding of Annapolis, Maryland. Established by Puritan settlers who were exiled from Virginia in 1649, the location was first named Providence.
#984 - 1949 3c Annapolis Tercentenary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #984 was issued to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the founding of Annapolis, Maryland. Established by Puritan settlers who were exiled from Virginia in 1649, the location was first named Providence.
#984 - 1949 3c Annapolis Tercentenary Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #984 was issued to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the founding of Annapolis, Maryland. Established by Puritan settlers who were exiled from Virginia in 1649, the location was first named Providence.
#985 - 1949 3c Grand Army of the Republic Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #985 was issued to commemorate the last gathering of the Grand Army of the Republic. The stamp was released on August 29, 1949 -- one day after the last Encampment (the 83rd) began in Indianapolis. Only 16 members were still alive, with six present at the meeting. At the final campfire, the colors (flag) of the G.A.R were retired for the last time, and a Marine Band bugler played "Taps."
#985 - 1949 3c Grand Army of the Republic Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #985 was issued to commemorate the last gathering of the Grand Army of the Republic. The stamp was released on August 29, 1949 -- one day after the last Encampment (the 83rd) began in Indianapolis. Only 16 members were still alive, with six present at the meeting. At the final campfire, the colors (flag) of the G.A.R were retired for the last time, and a Marine Band bugler played "Taps."
#986 - 1949 3c Edgar Allan Poe Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #986 was issued to honor Edgar Allen Poe on the 100th anniversary of his death. Poe was orphaned as an infant in Boston, and was taken in by a family in Richmond, Virginia, where he grew up. Richmond hosts the Poe Museum, and was the site of the First Day of Issue for this stamp. Poe was nearly included in the "Famous Americans"... stamps in 1940. This 1949 stamp is designed in a similar manner to stamps from that series.
#986 - 1949 3c Edgar Allan Poe Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #986 was issued to honor Edgar Allen Poe on the 100th anniversary of his death. Poe was orphaned as an infant in Boston, and was taken in by a family in Richmond, Virginia, where he grew up. Richmond hosts the Poe Museum, and was the site of the First Day of Issue for this stamp. Poe was nearly included in the Famous Americans stamps in 1940. This 1949 stamp is designed in a similar manner to stamps from that series.
#986 - 1949 3c Edgar Allan Poe Plate Block of Four Stamps
U.S. #986 was issued to honor Edgar Allen Poe on the 100th anniversary of his death. Poe was orphaned as an infant in Boston, and was taken in by a family in Richmond, Virginia, where he grew up. Richmond hosts the Poe Museum, and was the site of the First Day of Issue for this stamp. Poe was nearly included in the Famous Americans stamps in 1940. This 1949 stamp is designed in a similar manner to stamps from that series.
