On my to do list, sure hope I get to it, cause I am colorblind and spend half my time waiting for my wife to help me try and sort out some hues and boy doesn't age raise the dickens with the actual color' so actual stamps of the era has always been on my to do list but so far it is still on my to didn't. Thanks for the wheel though, it's great idea.
Fascinating Russ, we can see how the scanner lets us down in this instance. I have found with India and Aust KG5's sideface the physical stamp in rows are the best way to determine shades.
Rod, my understanding is that 2 collectors made these about 1920 by cutting stamps in half. I have seen a few of these come up for auction but they are a bit pricey for me. It is a shame to think of the number of stamps that were cut up but it is a great color chart.
skilo54, yes. This was a common practice as I have seen several of these at auction. Today we would never think of doing this as the stamps on those 2 pages would cat for over $2000. But these were made in the early 1900's when these stamps were selling for pennies each. Edit: I know of at least 4 sets make by Dr. Chase.
Disclaimer: While a tremendous amount of effort goes into ensuring the accuracy of the information contained in this site, Stamp Community assumes no liability for errors. Copyright 2005 - 2026 Stamp Community Family - All rights reserved worldwide. Use of any images or content on this website without prior written permission of Stamp Community or the original lender is strictly prohibited. Privacy Policy / Terms of UseAdvertise Here
Posted 01/26/2011 10:06 am
