Lot of used stamps Canada Iceland animals trains Europa thematic

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This lot brings together a varied collection of used stamps primarily from Canada and Iceland, carefully arranged on an album page. The stamps showcase a diversity of designs, including historical scenes, landscapes, animals, portraits, and Europa themes. Several Canadian examples feature illustrations of trains, birds, ships, winter sports, as well as iconic symbols and buildings of the country. The Icelandic stamps, for their part, display themes such as aviation, wildlife, national monuments, and local personalities.

The color palette is varied: some stamps are in vibrant tones (blue, red, green, yellow) while others are in more subdued shades (grey, brown, black). Some stamps bear explicit inscriptions such as “Canada”, “Island”, “Europa”, as well as distinct face values (e.g.: 1, 2, 5, 25, 30, 39, 68, 125, 300, 500), visible on the front. Various types of cancellations, typical of actual postal use, are also discernible.

The selection offers classic rectangular formats, with some variations in dimensions and illustrations. Animal motifs are well-represented, notably birds in flight, a polar bear, ducks, as well as rural and historical scenes. Europa themes and commemorations (1863-1963) are also identifiable, as are scenes of Icelandic craftsmanship or architecture.

Some stamps display fine graphic details, such as engravings or stylized illustrations, while others are more modern in their design. The majority are in good visual condition, with visible cancellation marks, typical of stamps that have circulated. No unused stamps are visible on this sheet.

This lot will suit those looking for a variety of thematic stamps, whether for geographical interest (Canada, Iceland) or for the diversity of subjects represented (wildlife, transport, personalities, architecture, Europa).

Condition

Used items, sold as is. The stamps show cancellations and some traces of use or handling, with no apparent missing parts or visible tears on the presented side.

AFW Reassurance

Fast shipping and careful packaging by a professional seller specializing in philately and postal collectibles.

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