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(All orders of course get the same matched numbered PAIR of these - 20 different stamps, 2 covers.)




(All orders of course get the PAIR of these sheets - i.e. 20 different stamps.)
















The Queen patting Black Caviar after bravely winning the Queen's Jubilee Stakes.


(All orders of course get the same matched numbered PAIR of these - 20 different stamps, 2 covers.)


(All orders of course get the PAIR of these sheets - i.e. 20 different stamps.)


As mentioned elsewhere, on Saturday I created a limited number of sets of these with the cancel of June 23 - the historic date she became in all minds THE best racehorse we will EVER see in our lifetime, and bravely won the Queen Diamond Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.

The Queen presented the cup to trainer and owners and jockey etc, and patted the horse after the race as you can see! Win number 22 in a row - in top company.

So I thought that cancel date was especially worth doing. I'd had the foresight to secure a decent stock before they sold out, so was in the box-seat here! No other dealer had more than a few packs on hand.

Australia Post rush released these packs of 2 different sheets of 10, and did NOT offer a FDC, nor was there any official FDI date. NOR did they offer CTO sheets for sale.

Collectors of USED or COVERS were thus not catered for at all by AP in this rush release.

These likely are the ONLY sheets of 10 cancelled on that day, and will outnumber mint by 1000 to 1.

Chris de Haer LATER discovered the 60c stamps are a different size and perf than any stamp ever issued, and are thus destined to have their own Catalogue listings. So a DOUBLE Whammy.

And never forget Horses are a VERY large topical subject globally, as is racing and racehorses.

THE hottest thing on the Australian stamp market in decades. The pack sold out lightning FAST from the PO's who ordered them, as the Mum & Dads out there snapped them up in days, such was the Caviar Frenzy! History tells us that 95% of those packs will never emerge onto the stamp market.

Australia Post Philatelic Mail Order long ago sold out of ALL Black Caviar stamp product, even Mint packs -

http://shop.auspost.com.au/collectables/impressions/sport/black-caviar/sku/0310362

I took along a special ink-pad of fast drying ink to do them all on that Saturday, or otherwise the PO water based ink pad cancel smears and smudges, and the ink "pools" and looks really terrible on high gloss surfaces like this. And takes an hour or more to dry.

For anything I do, I want it to be THE highest possible quality possible. No cheapie tissue thin acidic, Woolworths grade envelopes here. Thick grade, very top quality Brite-White cartridge paper was carefully chosen for rigidity and visual appeal and stability. Classy and attractive to own.

Each fits easily into a #1 Hagner, or stockbook page, or FDC album. The cover sets are getting $US100 on ebay as I type this, from the sole seller who had a few sets only - another stampboarder actually - http://tinyurl.com/CaviarCover

Two buyers of these asked me to sign and hand date vertically down left, and the other wanted me to do that on back - no problems if you specify either on order form.

I can offer the cover, and used sheets on June 23 Race Day, and mint packs as well if required of course.

In the photo above I have shown only ONE of the 2 sheets on cover, and only 1 in CTO .. all orders of course get BOTH sheets.

All orders for the CTO and covers will of course be supplied with the Deluxe pack outer as well in each case, so you can file them away with that - a MOST classy product.

As collector needs will vary, and many here are dealers and ebay re-sellers etc, I have offered varied packages below that should suit all buyers.

Cover Set Number 001 I will offer as a giveaway in a competition here - that is probably a $150 item ...


1. The pair of Limited Edition numbered covers - 1 set $A50 (Code 529LR) 5 sets $A200 (Code 529LS) 10 sets $A300 (Code 529LT)

2. The superb full gum crisp cds June 23 sheet pair - 1 set $A35 (Code 529LN) 5 sets $A135 (Code 529LP) 10 sets $A240 (Code 529LQ) 20 sets $A425 (Code 529LD)

3. The superb MUH sets of sheets - 1 set $A30 (Code 529LE) 5 sets $A115 (Code 529LG) 10 sets $A215 (Code 529LH) 20 sets $A400 (Code 529LJ)

4. One each of the above 1-3 - Save $15! $A100 (Code 529LU) 5 sets $A400 - Save $50 (Code 529LV) 10 sets - Save $A155 - $A650 (Code 529LW)

Please keep chit-chat **OUT** of this thread - the other one was derailed with bookmaker's ticket photos, and all sorts of off-topic diversions during the excitement of the race etc - start your own thread on that stuff please if you must.

THIS thread is for orders from those who want to order the stamps please, so I can keep easy track.

Stock is on hand for all the above, and will be mailed the same day of order. Shipping on overseas orders is VERY inexpensive on these.

Thanks, Glen

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Remember, adding another lot of mine (posted by either Admin or GlenStephens or Global Administrator, or ozstamps) - here (or on my website) for sale in general adds ZERO to your shipping cost, so have a good look at what is on offer here in case something else appeals:

http://www.stampboards.com/viewforum.php?f=27

All payment details are on - http://www.glenstephens.com/payment.html

Call it "Caviar" - and use the CORRECT code above and please order SECURELY via:

https://www.glenstephens.com/order.html

For overseas members, to find out the approx cost in YOUR currency, click here - http://www.xe.com

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE - don't like it - mail it back within 48 hours of receiving it. No-one ever has yet.

- and "lay-by/layaway" is always possible - email me with any queries to glen [at] glenstephens.com - OR "trade-ins" always possible! If you have a pile of surplus stuff I may well be happy to offset that against this item - see http://www.glenstephens.com/buying.html

As most know - I do NO fairs or shows, have NO shop, and do NOT bother with ebay or other auctions. I buy endless bulk lots from Estates, and distress sales etc, in this massive city, and offer it here at NETT prices for fast turnover. NO "20% Buyer Fees" to add to my prices, as in auction!

And many similar mouth-watering NETT price offers are being loaded weekly onto -

http://www.glenstephens.com/rarity.html and http://www.glenstephens.com/specials.html

All stampboard lots under $A200 are mailed Unreg’d, as reported delivery problems are near nil. If Reg’d is required, STATE that on order form – cost is extra $A4 local, and minimum $A13 extra foreign. 'All risk' Insurance is always possible if required, at $A2 per $100 covered - again it must be specified on order form.

For members who make a BANK TRANSFER payment you WILL generally get your goods faster, as it saves me some hassle - but you MUST email me the confirmation number etc - many "forget"!
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Hi Glen. Could you put aside 1 of each for me please.

Will pay in the morning when my heads a bit clearer. (slight flu)

Cheers Bill.

Hello Glen, Order sent many thanks Ian

Order and payment sent.
Thanks Bill.

4. One each of the above 1-3 - Save $15! $A100 (Code 529LU) 5 sets $A400 - Save $50 (Code 529LV) 10 sets - Save $155 - $A650

5 sets please - order sent.

All packed up guys. :)

The covers look especially attractive I feel.

I see another stampboarder had covers on ebay this week and they sold for $US100 a set - great going!

http://tinyurl.com/CaviarCover

Glen

2 sets of option #4 for me please.

I will include $200.00 in my order with the Stockbooks

Tony A

5 SETS OF CODE 529LS (Envelope sets) FOR $200 TO RICHARD PLEASE.

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R.H.L.PETERS

Great work Glen, ordering now.

4. One each of the above 1-3 - Save $15! $A100 (Code 529LU)

Thanks,

Matt

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Hi Glen,

5 CTO June 23rd sets for me - 5 sets $A135 (Code 529LP) - order completed,

Thanks

I would like 5 sets of these please (1 for each of my grandkids) but I'm not sure how to pay?

It's been a while, and I am having a senior moment.

Can you let me know what I need to do?

Sheryl Mann

Would love the Code 529LR stamps. How do I pay?

Cheers
Irene

Hi Glen

Have just ordered the set of 3 for $100, and have paid for them.

Cheers
Irene

Easy to do Sheryl - All payment details are on - http://www.glenstephens.com/payment.html

Call it "Caviar" - and use the CORRECT code above, and please order SECURELY via:

https://www.glenstephens.com/order.html

Thanks.

GLEN, SENT ORDER FORM FOR SET OF 3 - 529LU FOR $100

All orders above packed and dispatched.

Stock getting low - please order now, if you'd like some of these great souvenirs.

Glen

Hi Glen

Please put aside a set of Nos. 1-3 ($100.00) please, and let me know how best to settle up.

Thanks

Kelvin Burke

1 set 3 sold for $100 to Kelvin -

All payment details are on - http://www.glenstephens.com/payment.html

Call it "Caviar" - and use the CORRECT code above - 529LU, and please order SECURELY via:

https://www.glenstephens.com/order.html

Thanks Glen

I'm about to pay for these items - can you advise postage costs please?

Kelvin

Kelvin .. well packed post anywhere in Australia, with superb franking is $5 for the sets of 3.

Hi Glen,

I have ordered 3 sets and paid for these as confirmed.

thanks for your service & great stamps used for postage !!

harry

Hi Glen

Have these items been posted yet, please?

Regards - Kelvin

Kelvin, yes yours should be in your mailbox.

GLEN ARRIVED A OK THANKS

Hi Glen,
Is it still possible to get an option 4 (All three above) for $100
Cheers
David

David .. yes still have a few sets left. I am the ONLY source for numbered cover sets and CTO June 23 sets in original folders.

All payment details are on - http://www.glenstephens.com/payment.html

Call it "Caviar" - and use the CORRECT code above and please order SECURELY via:

https://www.glenstephens.com/order.html

Glen

Hi Glen,
Order has been paid for through your site.
Let me know if there are any problems.
Thank you
Cheers
David

The sets just arrived today and all in order. For someone who says he is slow to mail that was quick by my standards.

You must have had an off day

Thank you

Glen

The official release date of the Black Caviar Souvenir Sheets was May 8, 2012.

It is usual for Australia Post not to have a fdc for these because the actual stamp was released much earlier. Although there was a different perforation, to Australia Post it is not a different stamp.

One had to do one's own "fdc's" & I would display one if I could work out how to insert the picture,

Regards

Brad

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Specialist Collector of World Horse Racing Covers, especially Melbourne Cup & Kentucky Derby

This mighty horse raced again today after a long spell to allow injuries to heal - the first race since the historic win in the UK EIGHT months ago, at Royal Ascot where The Queen presented the Gold Cup.

She won easily - OF COURSE! 23 wins in a row.

I still have 4 sets of the numbered covers shown above, and a few sets of the CTO sets of panes.

I am the ONLY dealer to have these for sale, ANYWHERE.

One client, a keen Turf fan, had cover set NUMBER ONE put aside, and he sadly passed away before he collected it, so that is offered for sale at $A125. (Stock 529LZ)

Glen

The news tells me that in winning, she broke the 25 year track record at Flemington for the 1000 metres, in 55.42 seconds.

Not bad for a horse coming back from a spell of 8 months!

Black Caviar claims win No 24 with trademark Moonee Valley romp in front of a monster crowd

The legend grew tonight when Black Caviar produced a trademark display to win the $400,000 Group 1 Hacer Group William Reid Stakes at Moonee Valley.

In front of a Cox Plate-sized crowd that assembled to see what had been billed as possibly her final start in Victoria, the Peter Moody-trained champion icon stretched her unbeaten run to 24 with a four-length romp in the 1200-metre event.

The six-year-old strolled home clear of Karuta Queen and Fawkner to prompt Moody to reiterate his belief that she is going as well as ever.

“I’ve thought that for a while and I’m glad she’s proven me right twice in a row,” Moody said of Black Caviar, who has now two from two this time in following victory in the Group 1 Black Caviar Lightning on 16 February.

“She’s going super. It’s scary how well she’s going.

“It’s great and to see the people out here and see her put on a wonderful show. That’s what it’s about now, it’s not about the wins, it’s about the great publicity she gives the sport in general.

“For our industry, she’s second to none.”

Black Caviar equalled Kingston Town’s Australasian record of 14 Group 1 wins with her second William Reid Stakes success – her 19th win in Victoria – which lifted her career earnings to $7,344,936.

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For those interested in Black Caviar, I noticed in the news here that her half brother sold for $5 million at Auction!

http://www.theage.com.au/sport/horseracing/black-caviars-halfbrother-sells-for-record-5-million-20130409-2hj1k.html

Pretty amazing $$$s for a horse no-one is sure can run fast.

Anyway for whatever reason had a few doters today for these covers above etc off my website. Now nearly out of stock if anyone meant to buy one, and put it off.

Be quick as once they are gone, there is no other source for covers on that day, or CTO sets

Australia Post Philatelic Mail Order long ago sold out/withdrew ALL Black Caviar stamp product, even Mint packs -

http://shop.auspost.com.au/collectables/impressions/sport/black-caviar/sku/0310362

Hi Glen

Do you still have option 4 (all 3 sets) available?

Tony

mrrass -- yes a few of all options in post #1 are still on hand - please order using the relevant order code here -

All payment details are on - http://www.glenstephens.com/payment.html

Call it "Caviar" - and use the CORRECT code above and please order SECURELY via:

https://www.glenstephens.com/order.html

Black Caviar of course runs AGAIN on this Saturday in Sydney in the "T.J.Smith Stakes" at Randwick on Derby Day.

On track for win 25 in a row I hope!

Order submitted (I hope)

Tony

In the mail.

Only a few left now.

What an incredible horse!

"Sydney Doubters Silenced"

The incomparable Black Caviar has slaughtered the best field ever assembled against her to remain unconquered and supreme.

In a race billed as her greatest test and one in which her rivals unashamedly served notice they were out to make her work harder than she ever had, the world champion mare proved she brawls as magnificently as she runs.

Black Caviar won the Group One TJ Smith Stakes at Randwick on Saturday, her 25th consecutive victory, by three lengths, leaving rival jockeys and horses dumbfounded and, in some cases, distraught.

Corey Brown, who threw down the strongest pre-race challenge, said he couldn't believe how easily he and his horse Rain Affair had been beaten.

"I was surprised how quickly and how early she came at me," Brown said.

Hugh Bowman, who rode the second favourite and third placegetter Bel Sprinter, said he felt deep disappointment for his horse.

"It can break their hearts when they're trying their hardest and they get flogged like that," Bowman said.

Glyn Schofield, who tried to ram Black Caviar into a pocket on Hay List, was too overcome to speak after the race, perhaps in sympathy with a horse who probably shouldn't have been out there.

The style of the victory gave the Black Caviar camp the right to give back as good as they had got.

"She came to Sydney and she kicked their arses," jockey Luke Nolen said.

"If there are still any knockers out there after that, come and see me and I'll sort you out."

Trainer Peter Moody, who had fielded the barbs of the Sydney trainers and jockeys, was more gracious.

"I'm just really pleased for her," Moody said.

"Everyone appreciates her for what she is."

In response to claims that her previous opposition had been vastly inferior to the field she would meet in the TJ Smith, Moody said the record had now been set straight.

"That's the best field she's ever met, so they tell me. I hope they remember that tomorrow," he said.

In maintaining her unbeaten record, Black Caviar won her 15th Group One race, passing Kingston Town's record.

The closest horse to Black Caviar ($1.14) on the line was Epaulette ($41) who came from near last.

Bel Sprinter ($13) was a further 2-1/4 lengths away in third place.

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Poor old Hay List looked good at the turn for about 3 seconds.

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From the latest Stamp Bulletin Issue No. 322/May - June 2013

I spoke to the Philatalic Bureau who cannot advise release date nor can confirm whether it has her 25 wins or only 24 (as would have been designed before her most recent win).

My guess it that it will be 25 wins & be released on 10th May 2013 at World Stamp Expo 2013.

Stay tuned

Brad

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Black Caviar has been retired. Sad to see her go.

Tony

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LOL- great bikini!

One of the best kept secrets of the Stamp Show!

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No the BEST kept secret was that cover with the WHITE border 60c Caviar next to the one you show, side by side with the official Show May 10 pictorial canceller. One stampboard member I urged to do some, and the PO obliged.

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I still have a few sets of these earlier Caviar issues below, and I have numbered cover #1 set of 2 sheets sitting here that I was going to offer as stampboards prize for the show and never got organised enough.

Anyway, whilst Caviar is Hot, that is on offer for $A100 (Stock number 529LA) - cover ONE cancelled the historic day she won the Epson and was presented by the Queen. Mailed in the Deluxe PO pack.

First to post "#001 SOLD" here, gets number #001.


(You of course get the same matched numbered PAIR of these - 20 different stamps, 2 covers Numbered #001.)

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