Arthur Maury Corporation and Matthew Bennett International Announce NOJEX Auction on May 24, 2008 in Secaucus, New Jersey
Arthur Maury Corporation and Matthew Bennett International, two of the world’s most prestigious stamp auction houses, are pleased to announce their second joint U.S. auction to be held at the NOJEX Stamp Exhibition in Secaucus, New Jersey. The auction will take place on Saturday, May 24 from 11:00 AM until the last lot is called that afternoon.
This single-owner sale consists of the George Schwenk collection of 19th Century U.S. stamps, highlighted by nearly complete 1875 and 1880 Bank Note special printings. Both live floor and internet bidding will be available. Lots may be viewed on Friday, May 23 during regular exhibition hours.
About Arthur Maury Corporation Arthur Maury Corporation is an extension of the French stamp company founded by Arthur Maury, legendary philatelist and renowned author of several philatelic reference works, in 1860. M. Maury published his first stamp newspaper in 1864 entitled the “Collectionneur de Timbres-Poste”. In 1865 he issued his first catalogue and small collector’s album. Interestingly, Arthur Maury is credited with invention of the term “philatelie”, which comes from the Greek words “philo” and “telie”. Literally translated, it means “friendly franking”. Jean Vavrovsky, CEO of the Europe-based Arthur Maury Corp., acquired this renowned house in 1974.
About Matthew Bennett Founded in 1948 in Baltimore, Maryland, Matthew Bennett International has established itself as a premier auction house in both United States and worldwide philately. With the purchase of HA Harmers Auctions of Switzerland and Zurich-Asia in Hong Kong, MBI now has offices on three continents. Matthew Bennett International, under the stewardship of Harvey Bennett since 1988, has become known and trusted for offering the finest in stamps, postal history and historical documents to the worldwide philatelic community.
We look forward to having you at the auction. If you have any questions or are looking for bidding advice, please feel free to contact us at 800-638-4223 or send us an email.
Matthew Bennett International
Arthur Maury Corporation
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New York, NY 10280
Tel. (toll-free): 800-638-4223
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