We are pleased to present our largest stamp offering in years, featuring over 360 lots packed with rare and valuable United States, Canadian, and worldwide stamps. This auction is a treasure trove for philatelists, showcasing exceptional pieces such as the US #1 and #2 used stamps, both boasting beautiful four-margin examples, alongside unused gems like #75 and #77, and the sought-after #120 U. The collection further dazzles with #245, #263, #315 NH, including a #315 pair, #467, #505, and the #573 center line Block of 4 NH. Notably, the air mail series presents the #C1-3 cent, Block of 4, #C13, and #C14, among other exquisite classic singles, sets, and collections.

For collectors of US possessions, the auction includes rare finds like Guam #M3 & M4 Block of 4, and Philippines #225, along with numerous other high-value items. Canadian philately enthusiasts will be delighted with offerings such as #7, high denomination Jubilees, #158 NH, and a variety of excellent Newfoundland items. 

The European and Scandinavian selections form a significant part of this auction, featuring notable stamps like Austria #380, Liechtenstein #115, and Netherlands #101 NH, among many other classic stamps, sets, and collections. Additionally, an abundance of mint US postage will be available for bidding.       

This unreserved auction represents a not-to-be-missed opportunity for stamp collectors and enthusiasts to acquire some of the most coveted pieces in philately. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this extraordinary event, where history and rarity converge in a spectacular display of philatelic marvels.

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In-Person Preview by appointment only:
Monday, February 26th from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Tuesday, February 27th from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

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2. When scheduling you must provide your 1) email address and 2) up to 10 lot numbers you are interested in previewing.

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Auction is open at www.AlderferAuction.com until Wednesday, February 28th at 10:00 AM, at which time pre-bidding will cease and the auction will go live at the auction center (no live audience, just our auctioneer and auction staff). When the auction goes live, lots will be sold one at a time, in numerical order, by a live auctioneer who will be taking bids from multiple online bidding platforms, absentee and phone bids. During pre-bidding you are able to submit a max (maximum) bid. The bidding platform or our auction staff will bid on your behalf up to the maximum bid that you have entered. Once the auction goes live if you wish to increase your bid you will have to wait until that lot opens for bidding and enter any additional bids manually.

Pick-Up: Successful Bidders will be notified to schedule a pick-up following the auction.

Pick-Up Location: Alderfer Auction at 501 Fairgrounds Road, Hatfield, PA 19440

Shipping: In-house shipping is available for smaller non-fragile items via USPS priority boxes. For all medium to large, fragile, and international items, please contact a local shipper. Contact shipping@alderferauction.com for questions.

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