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Catalogue 323: Brazil 1843-1870 The Fritz Heimbüchler Collection (part I)
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  • Lot# : 3001 Brasil

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    1827/46: Album page with entires (2) each with Printed Prices Current, 1827 entire letter from Rio to London endorsed "p. Antelope" struck with fine "BRISTOL / SHIP-LETTER" in black (Robertson S7) upon arrival and charged "3/-" to pay; and 1846 entire with superb "RIO-JANEIRO" British P.O. cds in black (Oct 2) on obverse of cover to London rated "2/9d." to pay. A fine pairing.
    Starting bid : 120 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF

    Lot# : 3002 Brasil

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    1833 (July 4): Entire letter from Bananal to Sao Paulo rated "50" reis in manuscript at top, struck with framed "BANANAL" handstamp in red brown (Ayres fig. 1227). A fine and attractive entire.rnProvenance: Collection Karl Heinz Wittig, Corinphila sale 184, Sept 2013, lot 4003.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF

    Lot# : 3003 Brasil

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    1836 (Jan 1): Official entire letter from Tejuco, Minas Gerais (later known as Diamantina) to Ouro Preto endorsed "S.P." (Servcio Publico), struck with very fine framed "TEJUCO" handstamp in brown.
    Starting bid : 140 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF

    Lot# : 3004 Brasil

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    1836 (Nov 25): Entire letter from Diamantina headed "S.P." (Servicio Publico) at top, struck on despatch with framed "V. DIAMANTINA" handstamp in black (Ayres fig. 1524). Scarce and attractive entire.
    Starting bid : 120 CHF
    Hammer price : 120 CHF

    Lot# : 3005 Brasil

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    1837 (June 14): Entire letter from Resende to Rio de Janeiro endorsed "30" reis in manuscript at top, struck with superb dotted framed "RESENDE" handstamp in brown. Exceptional.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 200 CHF

    Lot# : 3006 Brasil

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    1837/42: Entire letters (2) with earlier official entire from Bahia to Sergipe struck with "CORREIO DA B." handstamp in black (Ayres fig. 1130) and 1842 entire to Rio de Janeiro rated "40" reis in manuscript cancelled by fine "CORREIO DE BAHIA" circular datestamp (Sept 11) well struck in black. A fine pairing.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 3007 Brasil

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    1838 (Oct 7): Official entire letter to Rio Pardo headed "S.P." in manuscript at top, struck with straight line "MINAS NOVAS" handstamp in black (Maasen M19). Exceptional and rare so fine.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3008 Brasil

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    1838 (Dec 19): Official entire letter from Rio Pardo to Ouro Preto with "S.P." at top in manuscript, struck with "RIO PARDO" straight line handstamp in brown (Maasen R11). Fresh and very fine.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 3009 Brasil

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    1842 (Aug 7): Entire letter from Mogi Merim to Rio de Janeiro rated "90" reis in manuscript at top, struck with framed "MOGI MIRIM" despatch in red (Meyer M16), and fine circular "SAO PAULO" transit in black. A fine and scarce entire.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 180 CHF

    Lot# : 3010 Brasil

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    1842 (Aug 8): Entire letter from Villa de Areias to Rio de Janeiro, rated "50" altered in manuscript to correct "30" reis rate, struck on despatch with superb framed "VA. DE AREIAS" handstamp in brown. Some trivial docketing but rare so fine.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 160 CHF

    Lot# : 3011 Brasil

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    1843 (June 7): Entire letter from Mogi Merim to Rio de Janeiro rated "90" reis in manuscript written within circular "MOGI MERIM" despatch in red (Meyer M18), and fine circular "CORREIO GERAL DE S. PAULO" transit datestamp (June 13) in bluish-black. A fine and scarce entire.rnProvenance: Collection R. Koester, Christie's, London, 25 July 1988, lot 156.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 3012 Brasil

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    1845 (June 18): Entire letter to Minas Novas endorsed "S.P." (Servicio Publico), struck on despatch with superb strike of framed "SERRA" handstamp in brown (Ayres fig. 1500). Rare.
    Starting bid : 175 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3013 Brasil

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    1846: Entire letter written from Villa de Oliveira to Ouro Preto, prepaid 60 reis and this amount annotated at top with the Postmaster's name: "Borges pago 60" and struck with oval "OLIVEIRA / VA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1376), annotated with cruciform date in manuscript "18.10.46" alongside. A fine and rare entire.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 124.
    Starting bid : 600 CHF
    Hammer price : 800 CHF

    Lot# : 3014 Brasil

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    1859: Cover from Rio de Janeiro to Lisbon endorsed and carried on the 'Portugal' of the 'Real Companhia Anglo-Luso-Brasileira', with sender's cachet on reverse alongside two P. TRANSATLANTICO datestamps (Jan 20) and rated '150' reis due in black on obverse.
    Starting bid : 100 CHF
    Hammer price : 100 CHF

    Lot# : 3015 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Intermediate to Worn Impression, an unused example on slightly yellowish paper, First Composite Plate, State C, position 13, showing horizontal outer frame line at base and traces at left, unused without gum. A fine example of a rare stamp. Cert. Moorhouse (2012) Scott = $ 4'250.
    Starting bid : 1,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3016 Brasil

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    30 reis black, late Early Impression, a four margined used example cancelled by framed "CANTAGALO" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1258) in brown. Acid ink leaving small imperfection in centre. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 44; a scarce cancellation.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 247.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF

    Lot# : 3017 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression, a used example, re-backed and with faults, with horizontal frame line at top, cancelled by superb straight line "JACOBINA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1147) in red-brown. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 97. Rare and, despite imperfections, most attractive.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4017.rn 
    Starting bid : 700 CHF
    Hammer price : 900 CHF

    Lot# : 3018 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression in an extraordinarily deep shade, large margins all round, neatly cancelled by part "CORREIO DE SANTOS" circular datestamp (1844) in black. Choice and very fine. Signed Calves, Ferchenbauer.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 400 CHF

    Lot# : 3019 Brasil

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    30 r. black, Early Impression, a used example with large margins all round, showing horizontal dividing line at base, neatly cancelled circular "VILLA DO RIO DE CONTAS" handstamp struck in green (Ayres fig. 1602) - the sole example recorded in this colour. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 156. Unique.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 14,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3020 Brasil

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    30 reis black, late Early Impression on yellowish paper, a fine used example with large part of adjoining stamp at left, clear to enormous margins with horizontal marginal line at base, cancelled by near complete1844 "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp (13/12) with the figure "1" of "13" inverted. A most attractive pair.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 80, March 1990, lot 5445; collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4027.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 3021 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Intermediate Impression, a fine used example from Large Palte, State B, position 1, showing the sheet corner marginal vertical and horizontal rules at left and at top; lightly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp in black. Rare and fine positional example.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF

    Lot# : 3022 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Worn Impression, a good to large margined used example, cancelled by large part strike of oval framed "CIDADE DE CAMPOS" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1256) in black. A very fine stamp.rn 
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF

    Lot# : 3023 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a used example with ample to large margins all round and showing nearly half of the adjoining stamp at base, cancelled by complete strike of circular framed "PORTE ALEGRE / SUL" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1586) in black. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 143. Scarce and most attractive.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 400 CHF

    Lot# : 3024 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression, a superb used horizontal pair on thin white paper with large margins all round, marginal from top of sheet, Plate 4 (positions 1-2), showing the horizontal frame line at top and part vertical frame line at left; neatly tied to small piece by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (1843) in black. The pair lifted for checking, washed and hinged back into position. A delightful and most attractive multiple. Signed A. Diena.rnProvenance: Collection Norman Hubbard, RL, Basel, 18 March 1975, lot 1542; R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 174.rn 
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF

    Lot# : 3025 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a used vertical pair with clear to large margins, showing püortion of adjoining stamp at top and vertical marginal rule at right, neatly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp in black. A fine and scarce multiple Scott $ 1'000+.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 3026 Brasil

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    30 reis grey on yellowish paper, Worn Impression, Second Composite plate, State A (positions 15-16), a used horizontal pair on somewhat aged piece, cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp (August 27, 1843 - first month of use) in black, the adhesives showing the horizontal marginal line at base. An attractive and scarce piece.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4047.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 950 CHF

    Lot# : 3027 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression on greyish paper, Napier's Third Plate, a superb used block of four from the lower right corner of the suggested bottom pane, (positions 11-12/17-18), cancelled by "Correio Geral da Corte" datestamps (24 Jan 1845) in black. Upper pair with ironed horizontal bend but a remarkable and rare multiple of excellent appearance. Illustrated in Lieut.-Colonel G.S.F. Napier's "Brazil" on plate 11. Signed Alex Rendon.rnProvenance: Collection Tevfik Kuyas, SG, Frankfurt, 18 May 1978, lot 19; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 183, Sept 2013, lot 3397.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 5,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3028 Brasil

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    30 r. grey-black, Intermediate Impression, the famous used "semi-Xifopagus" block of six, from the right hand side of the top pane of 18 subjects with full horizontal and vertical margins on three sides from the first Composite Plate, State D (positions 5-6/11-12/17-18), good to huge margins all round and showing small portion of dividing line at base, cancelled by three centrally struck circular "PORTO ALEGRE / SUL" handstamps (Ayres fig. 1586) in black. Slight ironed bend on central stamps not affecting the dramatic appearance. Extremely rare with just three used multiples larger than four known: this without doubt being the finest of the three. Illustrated in Juchert "Ochsenaugen im Viererblock" on page 19 and on the front cover of Jose Kloke's "Die Ochsenaugen", also illustrated in L.G. Brookman's article on Saul Newbury's collection in the Collectors Club Centenary handbook (1943). A magnificent multiple for the connoisseur.rnProvenance: Saul Newbury (1967); Norman Hubbard, Siegel, New York, 25 May 1986, lot 2019; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 183, Sept 2013, lot 3408 .
    Starting bid : 10,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 23,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3029 Brasil

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    30 reis black, late Early Impression, a magnificent horizontal pair showing vertical frame line at left and horizontal frame line at base, used on 1845 entire letter from Principe (Lapá) to Coretiba, the pair cancelled by small unframed "PRINCIPE" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1165) in red-brown. Obverse of cover shows the cruciform date of sending "12.4.1845" in manuscript with slight scuff mark on face panel, otherwise superb. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 108 and in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 147. An extremely rare entire - the sole recorded Bull's Eye cover from Principe. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 374.
    Starting bid : 8,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 13,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3030 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression in a very deep shade with marginal line at top (First Composite Plate, State D, position 3); and 60 r. black, Early Impression; with four margins but crossed by file fold, used on small piece and tied by complete strike of "CORREIO DA BAHIA" wreathed circular datestamp (24 Nov, 1843) in black (Ayres fig. 1605). A scarce and attractive piece. Signed A. Diena. Cert. E. Diena (1991), Moorhouse (2015).
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,900 CHF

    Lot# : 3031 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, 60 reis grey-black and 90 reis grey-black in a vertical pair (2nd Composite Plate, State C, positions 8/14) all Intermediate Impressions, the complete set franking used on small piece, all stamps with four margins with the 90 reis pair also showing horizontal frame line at base; cancelled by two fine strikes of "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamps (Jan 12, 1844) in black. Illustrated in Edition D'Or XXVII on page 46. An astonishing rarity: just one cover (the famous Meyer cover) and three 'complete set' pieces are known. Signed A. Diena, Fulpius. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: R.B. Pracchia, DF, Zurich, Nov 1987, lot 60187; Angelo Lima, DF, Zurich, Nov 1993, lot 30071; Everaldo Santos, Afinsa, Madrid, 14 March 2001, lot 83; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, 13 June 2013, lot 219.
    Starting bid : 50,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 50,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3032 Brasil

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    30 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression (First Composite Plate, State A, position 14), a superb large margined example showing the frame line at base used with 90 reis grey, Worn Impression (First Composite Plate, State A, position 2) with large margins and showing the frame line at top; both stamps showing the Semi-Xifopagus marginal dividing lines, tied to small piece by framed "GRAMPARÁ" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1311) in red with manuscript "23 Mayo de 1844" across both adhesives. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 78. A sensational and rare piece of great importance and visual appeal. Signed A. Diena, Fulpius. Cert. M. Zanini (1980), Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Saul Newbury (1967), Norman Hubbard, RL, Basel, 18 March 1975, lot 1617; Everaldo Santos, Afinsa, Madrid, 14 March 2001, lot 73; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 155.
    Starting bid : 4,500 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold

    Lot# : 3033 Brasil

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    30 reis black, Early Impression used on famous 1844 cover with 90 reis grey, Worn Impression, the 30 reis from First Composite plate, State D and the 90 reis from the First Composite plate, State B, position 3; each with large to huge margins all round, both showing the interpane horizontal dividing lines between the panes (4 mm.), used on ship rate cover via Santos to Sao Paulo tied by bold "CORREIO DE SANTOS" datestamp (February 3) in black (Ayres fig. 1633). Docketing inside noting receipt on Feb 5, 1844. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 247. Lettersheet creased but a rare and most unusual combination. Signed A. Diena. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Norman Hubbard, Christie's, Basel, 18 March 1975, lot 1514; R.B. Pracchia, DF, Zurich, Nov 1987, lot 60048; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 183, Sept 2013, lot 3432.
    Starting bid : 6,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 21,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3034 Brasil

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    30 reis black and 90 reis black, fine Early impressions in a deep shade, each with large margins all round, used on 1844 entire letter from Maceio to Porto, Portugal endorsed "per Pernambuco" paying the 1842 Decree Ship rate of 120 reis, tied by framed "MACEIO" handstamp of despatch in black and by "CORREIO GERAL DAS ALAGOAS" circular datestamp to reverse. Further superb strike of the "Alagoas" transit cds on obverse of entire (April 26) alongside oval framed "C. Est. de N." handstamp, Lisbon datestamp (June 12) and Porto arrival datestamp. Charged '160' reis in blue and 40 reis (internal charge) with '200' reis due upon receipt. A magnificent and famous entire, one of just a handful of genuine covers known to overseas destinations and the sole first issue cover known from Maceio. Illustrated in Edition D'Or XXXVII on page 120 and in Edition D'Or 59 on page 47 and in 'Bull's Eyes on Covers' by Bernd Juchert on page 209. A wonderful and rare entire in the foremost quality - the earliest cover crossing the Atlantic bearing South American Postage Stamps. Certs. B. Moorhouse (2011), BPA (2011).rnProvenance: Collection Maurino Ferreira (1993), collection Everaldo Santos, Corinphila sale 269, 7 June 2021, lot 5040.rnrnrnrnrn 
    Starting bid : 26,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 44,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3035 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, an unused example with large even margins all round showing horizontal marginal rule at top (Napier Plate 6, position 2), slight diagonal ironed creases not affecting the fine appearance; a very scarce stamp unused Scott = $ 1'100.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,700 CHF

    Lot# : 3036 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression on greyish paper, Second Composite plate, State B, the magnificent unused block of six (2 x 3), being the first two vertical rows of the pane (positions 1-2/7-8/13-14), enormous margins on all sides, minor closed tears in margin only and minor bends as expected in multiple of this size - none greatly affecting the delightful appearance, with all marginal lines at top, left and at base, showing the "Semi-Xifopagus" horizontal interpanneau line to adjoin the 90 reis pane below. Illustrated in Juchert "Ochsenaugen im Viererblock" on page 28. A sensational multiple of deep rich colour, unusually with large part original gum.rnProvenance: Collection Tefvik Kuyas, SG, Frankfurt, 18 May 1978, lot 63; Norman S. Hubbard, Siegel, New York, 25 May 1986, lot 2034; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4063.
    Starting bid : 7,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 42,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3037 Brasil

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    First Day of Issue 1843 (August 1): 60 reis black, Early Impression on yellowish paper, the magnificent used example with large margins all round and showing the horizontal frame line at top, tied to piece by clearly dated rimless "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE"  circular datestamp "1.8.1843" in black. A spectacular stamp used on First Day of Issue and, whilst five single 60 reis examples are known used on the first day, this is the sole recorded example used on piece of cover. Illustrated with all known examples in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on colour plate xxvi. A magnificent rarity in consummate condition - the first postage stamp issued on the American Continent, used on First Day of Issue. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, 13 June 2013, lot 19.
    Starting bid : 15,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 34,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3038 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression in a greyish shade, a large even margined example lightly cancelled by circular "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp in black. Signed Pfenninger.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3039 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a large margined used example, cancelled by part strike of the "PERNAMBUCO SHIELD" datestamp (Ayres fig. 1548) in black, dated April 5th. A very fine stamp.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 658.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3040 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a used example with three large margins and ample margin at right, showing two horizontal pre-printing paper folds at top and at lower right, cancelled by part "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (1845) in black.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 3041 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression in an extraordinarily deep shade, large margins all round and showing portion of adjoining stamp at base, neatly cancelled by part "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" cds in black. Choice and fine. Signed Ferchenbauer Scott = $ 300.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3042 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used example on yellowish paper with large margins all round, ironed vertical crease at left and tinyacid ink fault at right from cancellation, tied to small piece by complete strike of "CORREIO DE CAMPINAS" circular handstamp (Ayres fig. 1564) in red-brown. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 39. Scarce and despite faults, a very attractive piece.rnProvenance: Collection R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 332.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3043 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine used example with large margins all round, showing complete interpane dividing line horizontally at top, cancelled by framed "PINDAMI/NHAN/GABA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1402) struck in black. Rare.rnProvenance: Collection 'Crown Point', Corinphila sale 131, 8 Oct 2001, lot 6137.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3044 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression with beginning of wear to the Plate, large margins all round but with small corner bend not greatly affecting the appearance, cancelled by large part "VA DE AREIAS" framed handstamp in brown (Ayres fig. 1523). Scarce.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 3045 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression with beginning of wear to the Plate, large margins all round, cancelled by circular "CORREIO DE CAMPINAS" in red-brown (Ayres fig. 1565). Scarce.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3046 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a good to large margined used example, cancelled by large part strike of oval framed "CIDADE DE CAMPOS" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1256) in black. Slightest trace of ex hinge thin at top otherwise a very fine stamp.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 669.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3047 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a fine large margined used example neatly cancelled by part circular "C. DO SERRO" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1562) in black. Slightest Surface soiling but most attractive.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 91.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3048 Brasil

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    60 reis black, late Early Impression, a clear to large margined example used on small piece cancelled by complete impression of framed "V. DIAMANTINA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1524) in brown. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 70. Minor imperfections but an attractive piece. Signed A. Diena.rnProvenance: R. Koester, Corinphila sale 70, March 1984, lot 4583; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 96.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF

    Lot# : 3049 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Intermediate Impression, a used example with large even margins all round, some staining at left, cancelled by large part "CORREIO DE MARANHAO" circular datestamp (Ayres fig. 1615) in red (May 10, 1844).rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 674.
    Starting bid : 160 CHF
    Hammer price : 220 CHF

    Lot# : 3050 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Intermediate Impression, a used example with large margins all round showing vertical marginal rule at right and at base, lightly cancelled by part circular "PORTO / ALEGRE / SUL" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1586) in black. A fine and scarce stamp.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 240 CHF

    Lot# : 3051 Brasil

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    60 r. black, Intermediate Impression, a used example with good margins all round, neatly cancelled by near complete "VICTORIA" straight line handstamp in black (Ayres fig. 1183). Scarce.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 64.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3052 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a delightful used exxample showing vertical dividing line at left, large margins on all sides, cancelled by part "CEARA" framed handstamp (Ayres fig. 1274) in black. Choise and scarce.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 685.
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 3053 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with large even margins all round, cancelled by small unframed "PRINCIPE" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1165) in red-brown and manuscript dated around the central vignette "2 / 9 / 1844". Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 230. Rare.rnProvenance: Collection Karlheinz Wittig, Corinphila sale 184, Sept 2013, lot 4077.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 850 CHF

    Lot# : 3054 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with large even margins all round cancelled by large part oval framed "V. DE FORMIGAS" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1525) in black. Slight corner bend and pinhole but very scarce.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 102.rnrnrn 
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,600 CHF

    Lot# : 3055 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Late Intermediate to Worn Impression, a very fine used example with large even margins all round, neatly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" cds in black Scott = $ 250.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3056 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with large margins all round and part of vertical frame line at left, slightest ageing and ink mark on reverse, neatly cancelled by fine strike of straight line "SABARÁ" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1176) in brown.rnProvenance: R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 139.rn 
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 200 CHF

    Lot# : 3057 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Worn Impression, a large margined used example showing horizontal frame line at top and vertically at left, cancelled by near complete strike of framed "CIDADE DE NICTHEROY" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1371) in black.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 691.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 300 CHF

    Lot# : 3058 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a fine large margined used example showing vertical dividing line at right, struckj with framed "SOROCABA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1505) in black. Choice and scarce.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 196, May 2015, lot 689.
    Starting bid : 300 CHF
    Hammer price : 340 CHF

    Lot# : 3059 Brasil

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    60 reis grey, Worn Impression, a large margined used example cancelled by fine oval framed "ANGRA DOS REIS" handstamp (Ayres fig.1200) struck in red. Rare. Signed Calves, A. Diena.rnProvenance: Collection R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 226.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF

    Lot# : 3060 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression on yellowish paper, a used horizontal pair with large even margins all round, lightly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (April , 1844) in black. Choice and fine pair. Signed Calves, A. Diena.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 74, 21-28 March 1987, lot 5256.
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF

    Lot# : 3061 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression on yellowish paper, a fine used vertical pair with large even margins all round, boldly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA BAHIA" datestamp (Sept 25, 1844) in black (Ayres fig. 1606). A fine and most attractive multiple. Signed Brun.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 74, March 1987, lot 5254; collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 183, Sept 2013, lot 3338.rn 
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 750 CHF

    Lot# : 3062 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Early Impression on greyish paper, a used vertical pair with ample to large margins all round and portion of horizontal frame line at base, cancelled by complete strike of circular "CORREIO DO MARANHAO" datestamp (Ayres 1615) in red (probably 12 May 1844). Corner bend but a most attractive multiple.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 76.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 800 CHF

    Lot# : 3063 Brasil

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    60 reis black, early Intermediate Impression, a used horizontal pair showing the horizontal marginal rule at top (Napier First Large Plate, State A, positions 3-4), cancelled by near complete circular "COR. GER. DO RIO GDE DO NORTE" datestamp (5 December 1848) in red-brown (Ayres unlisted). A fine and most attractive pair of great scarcity. Certs. E. Diena (1990), Moorhouse (2015).
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,700 CHF

    Lot# : 3064 Brasil

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    60 reis, deep grey-black, Intermediate Impression on yellowish paper, a fine horizontal pair with good margins all round, showing the almost immediate wear in the plate, with bold "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE / 9-8-1843" datestamp in black - the ninth day of issue. Minor faults, thin between the stamps of no significance, a fine and rare early usage.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4116.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 700 CHF

    Lot# : 3065 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Worn Impression, a used horizontal pair with large margins all round, cancelled by complete strike of circular "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (26 Nov 1844) in black. A choice and fine multiple. Signed Calves.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 74, March 1987, lot 5257 collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 191, Nov 2014, lot 748.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 550 CHF

    Lot# : 3066 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Late Intermediate Impression, vertical used strip of three from Second Large plate, State A (positions 20/26/32), margin just shaved at left on lower stamp otherwise ample to large all round, neatly cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamps (Nov 11, 1845) in black. Crease and tiny thin from hinge at top, a most attractive and scarce multiple.rnProvenance: Collection Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4120.
    Starting bid : 900 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,200 CHF

    Lot# : 3067 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, the used block of four from the 2nd. Large Plate, lower left stamp with closed tear just touching central design and same stamp with some ageing, sharing bold strikes of scarce "VICTORIA" handstamps (Ayres fig. 1183) complete in black. Ironed horizontal bend between the stamps but despite the small faults a remarkable and most attractive multiple. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on pages 201 and 260, Juchert "Ochsenaugen im Viererblock" on page 47 and also illustrated in L.G. Brookman's article on Saul Newbury's collection in the Collectors Club Centenary handbook (1943).rnProvenance: Collection Saul Newbury (1967), Norman Hubbard; Everaldo Santos, Afinsa, Madrid, 14 March 2001, lot 61; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 66.
    Starting bid : 6,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 6,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3068 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine ample to large margined example, First Composite Plate, State A (position 7), used on 20 January 1844 entire letter to Rio de Janeiro tied by bold strike of straight line "S. JOAO.DEL REI" straight line handstamp (Ayres fig. 1170) in black. Minor vertical file fold well away from the adhesive but a remarkable and extremely rare entire, especially so with the adhesive applied on the obverse of the cover. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 261. Many of the covers from this archive were acid ink affected, this however is a superb cover.rnProvenance: Collection Saul Newbury (1967), R.H. Meyer, DF, Geneva, Oct 2007, lot 20094; R. Frajola, Siegel, New York, 19 May 2015, lot 25.
    Starting bid : 4,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 20,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3069 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a fine ample to large margined example, some light soiling, used on 1844 entire letter to Rio de Janeiro tied by bold strike of circular "C. DO SERRO" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1562) in black with cruciform dates "18.9.1844" alongside in manuscript. Minor vertical file fold well away from the adhesive but a remarkable and extremely rare entire. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 268. One of just two Bulls Eye covers recorded from Cidade de Serro. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 93.
    Starting bid : 9,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 19,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3070 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Late Early Impression, a fine large margined example used on cover from Campinas to Uruguayana, Rio Grande Do Sul, boldly tied by extremely scarce "CORREIO DE CAMPINAS" circular handstamp in bright red-brown (Ayres fig. 1565). Just three Bulls Eye covers are recorded from Campinas - this illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 71. File fold well away from the adhesive and some splitting as usual but of great rarity and most attractive. Cert. Moorhouse (1987, photocopy).rnProvenance: Collection R.B. Pracchia, DF, Zurich, November 1987, lot 60058A; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4132.
    Starting bid : 6,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 17,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3071 Brasil

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    60 reis black, early Intermediate Impression on greyish paper, a fine four margined example (huge margins on three sides, close but clear at top), used on 10 May 1844 entire letter to Rio de Janeiro (Tixieira correspondence), tied by straight line "S. JOAO. DEL REI" handstamp in brown (Ayres fig. 1170). A fresh and fine entire, especially so with the stamp applied to the obverse of the letter. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 249. An exceptionally fine entire.rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 144.
    Starting bid : 4,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 15,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3072 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, early Intermediate Impression, fine example with close to ample margins all round, used on reverse of 1844 entire letter written at Brumado (August 5) via V. D. Queluz to Rio de Janeiro, cancelled in manuscript "1844 - Agto. 11" and by straight line "V. D. QUELUZ" handstamp in brown. Adhesive lifted for checking and climactic ageing removed and ironed file fold at right. Docketing of receipt at left. Illustrated in "Bull's Eyes" by H. Bunselmeyer Ferreira on page 231 and in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page. 234 - although the cover is not ex Caspary. A fine and extremely rare entire that opens well for Exhibit display, this being the sole recorded usage of this cancellation on a Bull's Eye cover. Certs. Holcombe (1994, photocopy), Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection R. Koester, Corinphila sale 70, March 1984, lot 4589; Norman Hubbard, Siegel, 25 May 1986, lot 2075; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 183, Sept 2013, lot 3367.
    Starting bid : 6,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 19,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3073 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Early Intermediate Impression, a delightful four margined example used on the obverse of 1844 cover from Santos to Sao Paulo, tied by circular dated "CORREIO DE SANTOS" (Feb 18) well struck in black (Ayres fig. 1633). Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 246. Light file fold well away from the adhesive, a superbly attractive and fine cover. Cert. Moorhouse (2012).rnProvenance: Collection Josling; Saul Newbury (1967); Norman S. Hubbard, Siegel, New York, 25 May 1986, lot 2066; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4126.
    Starting bid : 6,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 13,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3074 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Early Impression, a superb large margined horizontal pair, vertical bend between stamps in margin, used on reverse of 21 December 1845 entire letter endorsed "p. Salvador" to Rio de Janeiro, cancelled by centrally struck circular "CORREIO GERAL DA BAHIA" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1556) in black, with circular dated "CORREIO GERAL DA BAHIA" datestamp on obverse (Jan 3) in black. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 65. Just three covers recorded from Bahia, this being the sole cover known from Bahia with this cancellation. Superb and most attractive entire.
    Starting bid : 10,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 10,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3075 Brasil

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    60 reis black, Late Early Impression horizontal pair with enormous margins all round (Second Large Plate, State C, positions 17-18), used on July 1844 entire letter from Montevideo, Uruguay to the U.S. Consul in Rio Grande, with cover endorsed "Vapor" at lower left. Carried privately from Montevideo to the care of a Forwarding Agent, with reverse showing "Rio de Janeiro, Aug 29, forwarded by C. Coleman & Co.", who applied the adhesives which are neatly tied by bold "Correio Geral Da Corte" circular datestamp (Aug 30) in black, paying the 'By Sea' rate of 120 reis. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 117. Some splitting on one file fold mentioned for accuracy, otherwise a marvellous and extremely rare entire in paramount condition-certainly one of the prettiest Bulls Eye covers-and one of the great rarities of South American Maritime philately, this being the earliest entire letter from Uruguay bearing an adhesive postage stamp. Cert. Holcombe (1993).rnProvenance: Collection Saul Newbury (1967); Angelo Lima, DF, Zurich, Nov 1993, lot 30058; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4137.
    Starting bid : 13,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 26,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3076 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, late Intermediate Impression, a fine huge margined horizontal pair used on obverse of 1845 cover from Rio de Janeiro to Santos by sea (Wille correspondence), endorsed "p. Ypiranga" at top and thus rated at 120 reis, the adhesives tied by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp (Jan 24) in black. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 135. A sublime and beautiful cover. Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 200.
    Starting bid : 7,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 13,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3077 Brasil

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    1844 (March 29): Entire letter written from Hamburg to Rio Grande, carried privately as a consignee's letter to London, there prepaid "2/9 d." in manuscript at upper left and struck with London Tombstone datestamp in red (April 1) on obverse. Reverse with "London / F.B.O." (Foreign Branch Office) datestamp of April 3rd. in black, and mailed on to Rio de Janeiro per Naval Packet "Express" with British Post Office arrival datestamp (May 16) in black also on front. Forwarded from Rio de Janeiro with manuscript "Forwarded by C. Coleman & Co." who applied the adhesives - a horizontal pair of 1843 Early Worn Impression 60 reis grey, close to ample magins all round neatly tied by "Correio Geral Da Corte" datestamp (May 30) in black. Docketing of receipt inside (August 6). Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 118. A magnificent Bulls Eye usage on incoming letter that opens well for Exhibit display: the sole Bulls Eye cover to be handled by the British Post Office. Unique. Signed Holcombe (1988). Cert. Moorhouse (2013).rnProvenance: Collection R. Koester, Christie's, London, 25 July 1988, lot 228; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4138; Everaldo Santos, Corinhila sale 269, 7 June 2021, lot 5041.
    Starting bid : 25,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 29,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3078 Brasil

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    60 r. black, fine impression, two horizontal pairs used on reverse of 1844 entire letter at third weight step to the U.S. Consul in Rio Grande, both pairs from Large Plate, State B with large margins all round and of excellent rich colour (positions 43-44 and 45-46), each pair neatly tied by 'CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE' datestamps (July 30) in black. The area around the seal has been strengthened to protect the adhesives which have been removed for checking and replaced, otherwise fine. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Covers" on page 141. Just four covers are known bearing four 60 reis adhesives: only two with a strip of four. A splendid and particularly beautiful Bulls Eye cover for the connoisseur. Cert. Moorhouse (2014).rnProvenance: Soler y Llach, Barcelona, Feb 2007, lot 38; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 191, Nov 2014, lot 749.
    Starting bid : 27,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 50,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3079 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Intermediate Impression on yellowish paper, Napier Second Composite Plate D, position 10; an unused example with large even margins all round showing the first stages of wear to the Plate, unused without gum. Tiniest trace of thin spot just inside the lower right corner otherwise very fine. A rare stamp unused. Signed Sergio Sismondo Scott = $ 3'750.
    Starting bid : 1,200 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,200 CHF

    Lot# : 3080 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression, the famous unused horizontal strip of five from the Second Composite plate, State A (positions 1-5), showing the vertical marginal connecting line to the 30 reis pane, and the full horizontal marginal line at top; a fantastic multiple in a rich shade and of immaculate appearance, one minor bend mentioned for complete accuracy only. Illustrated in Juchert "Ochsenaugen im Viererblock" on page 55. A magnificent strip and one of the key items for the Brazil collector, the second largest unused multiple of the 90 reis.rnProvenance: Collection Duveen (1922) - mentioned in "The Duveen Collection of Rare Old Postage Stamps" by Charles Phillips (Nov 1922) on page 15; Muniz de Aragao, Corinphila sale 42, Jan 1955, lot 6131; Corinphila sale 54, Oct 1970, lot 5168; Tevfik Kuyas, SG, Frankfurt, May 1978, lot 178; Norman S. Hubbard, Siegel, New York, 25 May 1986, lot 2087; Dr. Hugo Goeggel, Corinphila sale 178, Feb 2013, lot 4147.
    Starting bid : 13,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 34,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3081 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Early Impression in a very deep shade, large margins all round, with dividing marginal lines at base and at right; lightly cancelled by circular "CORREIO DA BAHIA" wreathed datestamp in black. Superb and most attractive Scott = $ 1'400.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 650 CHF

    Lot# : 3082 Brasil

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    90 reis black, early Intermediate Impression, a fine used example with large margins all round, lightly cancelled by part "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp in black. Signed Schlesinger. Cert. Moorhouse (2014) Scott = $ 1'300.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 460 CHF

    Lot# : 3083 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Intermediate Impression in a greyish shade on yellowish paper, a fine used example with large margins all round, tiny trace of thin at lower right, neatly cancelled by part "CORREIO DA BAHIA" wreathed circular datestamp (Ayres fig. 1605) in black. A fine example of a scarce stamp. Signed Darteyre. Cert. E. Diena (1990) Scott = $ 1'300.
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 400 CHF

    Lot# : 3084 Brasil

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    90 reis black, Intermediate Impression, a used example of good colour, good even margins all round, cancelled by crisp "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" cds in black Scott = $ 1'300.
    Starting bid : 400 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF

    Lot# : 3085 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a delightful used example with horizontal marginal line at top, of vibrant colour, cancelled by large part framed "GRAMPARÁ" handstamp in red (Ayres fig. 1311). Signed G. Bühler. J. Schlesinger, H. Köhler.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 600 CHF

    Lot# : 3086 Brasil

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    90 reis grey, Worn Impression, a fine large margined example with horizontal frame line at top, used on small piece and tied by bold strike of the extremely rare framed "ALDEIA DE S. PEDRO" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1193) struck well in brown. "Correio Geral Da Corte" cds at left with month and day dates reversed (8.17.1848) in black. A delightful piece. Signed Calves.rnProvenance: Collection Heitor Lyra, Corinphila sale 45, May 1958, lot 5667; Reinhold Koester, Corinphila sale 70, March 1984, lot 4328; R. Seabra Benavides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, 11 Oct 1996, lot 3010; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 225.
    Starting bid : 700 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,800 CHF

    Lot# : 3087 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Intermediate Impression, a used horizontal pair from the Second Composite Plate, State B (positions 14-15), with huge margins all round with horizontal frameline and sheet marginal at base, cancelled by two large part strikes of "CIDADE / DE / NICTHEROY" handstamp in black (Ayres fig. 1371). Small closed tear at top right and lower right corner margin slightly truncated but an extremely attractive and scarce pair. Cert. Moorhouse (2015).rnProvenance: Cherrystone, New York, 3 Dec 2015, lot 3042.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3088 Brasil

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    90 reis grey-black, Early Intermediate Impression, the used horzontal strip of five from Composite Plate State C (positions 14-18) showing most of the horizontal outer frameline at base and complete at right, good to large margins all round, individually cancelled by framed "CABO FRIO" handstamp (Ayres fig. 1248) in red-brown. The left adhesive with diagonal sealed cut, severed and re-joined. Illustrated in Juchert "Ochsenaugen im Viererblock" on page 62. Despite faults of superb appearance and of great scarcity.rnProvenance: Collection Maurino Ferreira, Christie's, New York, Nov 1994, lot 2071; R.Seabra Benevides ('Tijuca'), Torres, London, Autumn 2001; Luis Alemany, Corinphila sale 181, June 2013, lot 236.
    Starting bid : 4,500 CHF
    Hammer price : 12,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3089 Brasil

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    60 reis grey-black, Worn Impression and 90 r. black, Intermediate Impression, in a horizontal pair, used on 1843 entire letter from Rio de Janeiro to Cattas Altas Matto dentro, tied by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamps (Sept 23) in black. Illustrated in Juchert "Bull's Eyes on Cover" on page 165. Cancellation a tad smudged on the pair but a rare franking with just one further franking from Rio de Janeiro of this nature. Rare and attractive entire. Signed A. Diena.rnProvenance: Collection Norman Hubbard, RL, Basel, 14 March 1975, lot 1586; DF, Geneva, Nov 1982, lot 30101.
    Starting bid : 5,000 CHF
    Hammer price : 23,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3090 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 10 r. black, a used block of six (2 x 3) with large even margins all round and portion of adjoining stamp at top and at base, neatly cancelled by "PERNAMBUCO SHIELD" datestamp unusually struck in red (Ayres fig. 1548). A very scarce and delightful multiple.rnProvenance: Corinphila sale 80, March 1990, lot 5462.
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 260 CHF

    Lot# : 3091 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 10 r. black, two used blocks of eight (2 x 4), each with shaved to mostly large margins all round, one cancelled by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamps (1851) in black, the second block with good margins all round lightly cancelled in red. A scarce pairing Scott = $ 400+.
    Starting bid : 180 CHF
    Hammer price : 320 CHF

    Lot# : 3092 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 10 r. black, a block of twelve (4 x 3), touched to good margins as to be expected, used on large piece cancelled by circular "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamps in black. Minor bends and aging from the gum but a scarce and impressive multiple.rnProvenance: Cherrystone, New York, 3 Dec 2015, lot 3054.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 280 CHF

    Lot# : 3093 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 30 r. black, Type II on thin paper, a fine used horizontal pair on 1849 cover front and part back to Paty do Alferes, neatly tied by circular "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (Oct 2) most unusually with the adhesives on the obverse and the cancellation struck in red. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3094 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 30 r. grey-black, Type I, a used example, sheet marginal at left in combination with 90 r. black, two examples (Types II/I) on small piece (RHM 5A+7A+7), tied by framed "CIDADE / DE/ NICTHEROY" handstamps in black (Ayres fig. 1371). Scarce and most unusual piece. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 350 CHF
    Hammer price : 350 CHF

    Lot# : 3095 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 30 r. black and 90 r. black, both Type II, large margins all round and the 30 r. showing large portion of adjoining stamp, used on reverse of 1846 entire letter to Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais tied by circular "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" datestamp (July 25) in black. A fine and attractive cover. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3096 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 60 r. grey-black, Type II, a used block of four, shaved at top left otherwise with good to large margins all round, neatly cancelled by circular "CORREIO DA BAHIA" datestamp (16 Feb 1846) in black. Extremely scarce multiple and most attractive. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 250 CHF
    Hammer price : 380 CHF

    Lot# : 3097 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 60 r. black, Type II, a used example with shaved to good margins all round, used on reverse of 30 October 1846 single rate entire letter to Casas Altas de Mato dentro, tied by "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp in black. A fresh and very fine cover that displays well. Cert. S. Sismondo (2002).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,100 CHF

    Lot# : 3098 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 60 r. black, Type II, intermediate impression on thin paper, a used example with close to good margins all round, on reverse of 1848 cover to Rio de Janeiro, tied by oval framed "CIDADE DE CAMPOS" handstamp in black (Ayres fig. 1256), with "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamp of arrival (Sept 2) in black alongside. An attractive cover. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 200 CHF
    Hammer price : 1,500 CHF

    Lot# : 3099 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 60 r. grey-black on greyish, a vertical strip of six applied to a six page Judicial document dated 1 June 1851 sent by special court messenger from Sao Joao da Barra to Rio de Janeiro, the strip with large margins all round but slightly aged at base; paying a franking of 360 reis. These Judicial usages, which paid for mailing via messenger at a lower charge than the postal charges, are discussed by Everaldo Santos FRPSL in the London Philatelist, Volume 124, Oct 2015, a copy of the article is enclosed with the lot. An extremely rare and most attractive multiple that exhibits well.
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 2,000 CHF

    Lot# : 3100 Brasil

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    Inclinados 1844/46: 60 r. black, Type II, the remarkable part Judicial document / heavy packet, franked by two horizontal pairs, and two vertical format blocks of fourteen (2 x 7) and twelve (2 x 6) all tied by seven centrally struck "CORREIO GERAL DA CORTE" circular datestamps (16 Nov 1844) in black. The lower block with central closed tear where the multiple was applied over a seal from a heavy packet - an exceptional 1'800 reis franking and of extreme rarity. Cert. Moorhouse (2010).
    Starting bid : 3,500 CHF
    Hammer price : not sold
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