Name: Auction: Straits Settlements c.1940s Cable and Wireless "Galleon" greetings telegraph form
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 360 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

Sale number: S24002 The Baldwin’s team are thrilled to auction this incredible collection on behalf of the former Singapore Philatelic Museum, which has now been repositioned as a distinguished children's museum, setting a new standard for immersive learning and engagement.

SGB Stamp Auction | The Former Singapore Philatelic Museum | Part 1: Queen Victoria | S24002

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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Ephemera. Undated (c.1940s) Cable and Wireless multi-coloured “Galleon” Greetings telegraph transfer to Singapore from London with message “GREETINGS RECIPROCATED = CHALKLEY”; pressed horizontal crease and minor tone spotting, still a delightful and rare artifact. Ex Spink Singapore (19 Jun 2004, lot 168).

Straits Settlements c.1940s Cable and Wireless "Galleon" greetings telegraph form

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