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Lord Steinberg's Rare Stamp (Philatelic) Collection
London Auction 6-7-8 September 2011
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THE BRITISH EMPIRE PHIALTELIC COLLECTION OF LORD STEINBERG, 6-7-8 SEPTEMBER 2011
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Looking through Lord Steinberg's 33 stamp albums, with each item on a separate page written up by a skilled calligraphist, was not only a joy but a unique occasion. In the recent past, Sotheby's has had the privilege of auctioning outstanding collections formed by Sir Gawaine Baillie and Lady Mairi Bury. Each of those were distinctive in the owner's style of collecting. |
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Collectors are only too aware of the significance of blocks. Many stamps which are comparatively common are transformed into major rarities when in blocks of four or larger. These sales will be an unrivalled opportunity for specialist collectors to acquire gems from this exceptional, unique collection.
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This remarkable sale comprises 74 countries of the British Empire. There is a most notable range of blocks, including some of the greatest rarity.
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Lord Steinberg (1936-2009)
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Leonard Steinberg rose to prominence with Stanley Leisure, the company he founded in his native Belfast. His success ensured that it became the fourth largest bookmaker in the UK, with 650 shops and 40 casinos. The company was floated on the London Stock Exchange in 1986. Awarded a peerage in 2004, Lord Steinberg was a keen Conservative and a proud friend of Israel. His great and varied philanthropic work included support of many UK and Jewish organisations. Stamp collecting was one of the many activities he enjoyed at leisure, alongside cricket and art. He was elected President of Lancashire County Cricket Club in 2007.
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For complete information about the sale, click here:
http://www.sothebys.com/en/auctions/2011/the-philatelic-collection-of-lord-steinberg-british-empire-mint-multiples-/overview.html
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