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CANADA POST STAMP BOX, Vintage Stamp Box & Water Dispenser Combo, 1967 - $30 (Yonge and Steeles)
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Here's a piece of postal history, a CANADA POST stamp box from 1967, complete with a vintage stamp box and water dispenser combo! This collectible offers a glimpse into Canada's centennial year with its unique design and functionality and is in used condition. The stamp moistener has never been used.
Features and DesignStamps: The plastic front cover displays 12 authentic stamps issued in 1967, ranging in value from 1 cent to $1.
Functionality: It is a hinged black plastic case designed to store postage stamps.
Water Dispenser: The cylinder at the top contains a scored wheel and a reservoir for water, allowing the user to roll and moisten stamps for application.
Internal Storage: The inside typically features dedicated sections for storing stamps, including special areas for Air Mail and Special Delivery labels.
Low-Value Denominations (1¢ to 5¢)
As noted in the text, the lower-value stamps (1¢, 2¢, 3¢, 4¢, and 5¢) all feature a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. Each of these stamps also includes a small background scene representing a different region of Canada:
Northern Regions
Pacific Coast
Prairie Scene
Mid-Canada Seaway
Atlantic Coast
I've put together a gallery so you can see the original famous Canadian paintings alongside the stamp versions from the collection.
It’s interesting to see how the stamp designers chose to crop these large-scale works to fit the small horizontal format!
ValueStamp
Original Painting
Artist
8¢ Alaska Highway A.Y. Jackson
10¢ The Jack PineTom Thomson
15¢ Bylot Island Lawren Harris
20¢ The Ferry, Quebec J.W. Morrice
25¢ The Solemn Land J.E.H. MacDonald
50¢ Summer's Stores John Ensor
$1 Imp. Wildcat No. 3 H.G. Glyde
Most of these artists (Jackson, Harris, and MacDonald) were members of the famous Group of Seven, which is why these stamps are still so popular with collectors today.
* Centennial Issue
* Includes Original Box and Papers
* Stamp Moistener
This little gem is more than just a box; it's a conversation starter. Prices for these collectibles range, but given its good condition, I'm listing it at $30. It's ready to find a new home where it will be cherished for its history and novelty.
If the ad is up, it's available, so no need to ask! Get ready to add a touch of vintage charm to your collection!
Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue