vol. 37(7): 1-146

Gibbons Stamp Monthly

Plot

SPECIAL FEATURES
31 British Champions- Paul Brittain looks at the annual British Youth Championships.
52 Cage and Aviary Birds on Stamps-A collection of stamps on this theme is sure to be a colourful one says P J Lanspeary.
57 Christmas is Coming- Colin Mount recommends some philatelic accessories for your Christmas list.
62 The Philately of the Edwardian Era as Shown in its Literature- David R Beech FRPSL looks at philately during its 'golden age'.
64 Glad 'Tidings' from the Solomon Islands- Reg Taylor combs the beach in a survey of the Solomon Islands new Shells definitives, some of which are given free with this issue of GSM
68 Spectacular Tristan Rarities in Stanley Gibbons December Auction - Stanley Gibbons are to auction a treasure trove of Tristan da Cunha postal history on 14 December; Peter Jennings FRPSL, FRGS, was given a special preview.
72 Queensland Postal Stationery- In Part 2 of this article Alan Griffiths FRPSL, FBASP, reviews the issues of 1901 to 1913.
79 Queen Elizabeth Definitives- Nick Halewood akes a look at he 1954-56 ssue of Rhodesia and Nyasaland.
BRITISH STAMPS
35 GB News- Six stamps and a miniature sheet feature the Beatles.
36 Machin Watch- John M Deering reports on new coils and the Victoria Cross booklet.
42 Watermark Varieties on King George VI Revenue Key Types -Details of the known varieties are given by Andrew McClellan, who also discusses their significance.
43 GB Letters- A rip-off and a secret plot—readers write.
44 GB Specialised Catalogue- A supplement to the Great Britain Specialised Catalogue.