They who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety. -Benjamin Franklin 09 Jun 2014 12:22:47pm
    Normal stamp                                   "the changling"
I like the "new" stamp and intend to place it in my collection. But I am concerned that if this is mold based foxing, should I seal it in a mount first? Anyone have thoughts, suggestions?
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re: UK Scott 132: Is this foxing, oxidation or something else?
The ink on classic stamps of Great Britain react to hot water. That is the most likely reason for the bleached color on the stamp. The only other (much less likely) possibility is prolonged exposure to sunlight.
The "bleeding" look of the cancel also indicates hot water soaking.
If I am right, though the cancel itself is not at all common, and may be desirable as such.
They who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety. -Benjamin Franklin 09 Jun 2014 01:52:32pm
re: UK Scott 132: Is this foxing, oxidation or something else?
Thanks Antonio. I like the stamp and, as you said, the cancel is worthwhile by its lonesome. Soon as I get around to creating my EVII pages, I'll put a space in just for it. (which will be shortly after I complete my thousand page "to do" list)
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