Name: Auction: 1829 (12 Feb.) entire letter from a...
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 600 GBP
Availability: OutOfStock

The Graham Booth Collection of Cayman Islands Postal History

<b>Sale number:</b> 5934 <br> <br> Stamp Sale

SGB Stamp Auction | The Graham Booth Collection of Cayman Islands Postal History | 5934

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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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1829 (12 Feb.) entire letter from a shipwrecked sailor, R.S. Bateman on Grand Cayman, headed "Island Gt. Caymanas" and addressed to Cheshire, marked "favour Mr. Josh Bodden", rated 1s /d" and with a decent strike of the step-type "Kingsbridge, Ship Letter" handstamp at upper right, the contents include "....and have had the misfortune to relate the loss of the Chris Scott on the above named island we ran on shore on the morning of Sunday 8th....." and "There are some of the Jamaica cruisers expecting to call here in a week or two". Some faults with archival paper used to repair and strengthen the paper. Ex Byl, an important early letter with interesting contents.  

1829 (12 Feb.) entire letter from a...

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