Since 1996 this firm has published several handbooks under the name of Charles G. Firby - Publications. If you have a manuscript that you believe to be worthy of publication, please contact Charles. We may be able to work together to bring your work to the many interested collectors. The following titles are from this oeuvre.
Most titles are available for purchase from the
British North America Philatelic Society.
Members receive a 40% discount (it pays to join).Go to BNAPS.org CLICK HERE
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CANADIAN MILITARY POSTAL MARKINGS
 This is the bible on military postal markings authored by Bill Bailey and Ritch Toop. It is complete with rarity factors, office opening and closing dates, etc.. All postmarks are shown in full size. The magnum opus in 2 Cardbound volumes, 872 pages, the cover and matching slipcase in lovely full color. This limited edition is useful for valuing any military cover - even by a non specialists. An essential tool to the postal historian, this well researched & colorful volume is a nice addition to your library. OUT OF PRINT.
This title was never entered into competition.
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THE CANADIAN POSTED LETTER GUIDE
 First offered at CAPEX `96, this full color 128 page glossy catalogue by Charles G. Firby and Victor L. Willson lists cover valuations by rate (class of mail, weight and destination). It was the first of it's kind in in philatelic literature. In it you will find pricing for more than 1,750 Canadian covers, common to rare from the Pence Issue through the Map Issue. If you buy Canadian covers - you need this book. Even though the pricing is no longer current, the relative values provided is essential to a collector of these issues It is spiralbound and indexed for ease of use. OUT OF PRINT
Winner Silver medal - National Philatelic Literature Exhibition, Palmerston New Zealand June 28, 2003
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GEMS OF CANADIAN PHILATELY
 This deluxe volume includes the entire CAPEX `96 Court of Honor display of 256 pages assembled by Charles G. Firby. The illustrated material was the property of 57 different worl wide collectors. It is reproduced in full and faithful, breathtaking, color and comes complete with a matching slipcase to protect your investment. Only 250 copies were printed insuring that it too will become a GEM. In fact, very few copies remain unsold. One of philately's highest quality publications. Having sold at US $250.00, it is now out of print and has sold out.
This title was never entered into competition.
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PHILATELIC FANTASIES OF BRITISH NORTH AMERICA 1860-1910
 The first ever compilation of the nefarious and peculiar issues that exist beyond the general stamp catalogue listings. This 124 page perfect bound volume was written by David F. Sessions, a leading specialist, in this once vague area of stamp issuances. This volume not only lists and illustrates all known emissions but also provides retail pricing. A must for anyone interested in the stamps of Canada. OUT OF PRINT
Winner Silver medal - Canada's Fifth National Philatelic Literature Exhibition , Ottawa May 6, 2000.
Winner Vermeil medal - APS Stampshow, Chicago, IL August 23-6, 2001
Winner Large Silver medal - National Philatelic Literature Exhibition, Palmerston New Zealand June 28, 2003
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AIR MAILS OF CANADA 1925-1939
 Written by George Arfken and Walter Plomish. A quote from a book reviewer: "For at least seven years, I have heard and/or read plans, predictions, rumors, reports, and finally reviews of a book based on Walter Plomish's collection of commercial air mail covers. My first impression on examining this book, is that it is a lot better than I was expecting after all this build-up." George and Walter have taken a huge topic, and produced an excellent summary. Congratulations to them. They have produced a book which is easy to read, very well illustrated, and full of information - in terms of statistics. It is approximately 8-1/2" x 11" in size, over 230 pages in length and contains 206 illustrations. OUT OF PRINT
Winner Vermeil medal - APS Stampshow, Chicago, IL August 23-6, 2001
Winner Vermeil medal - National Philatelic Literature Exhibition, Palmerston New Zealand June 28, 2003
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THE PENCE COVERS OF NOVA SCOTIA AND NEW BRUNSWICK 1851 - 1860
 By arrangement with The Vincent Graves Greene Foundation of Toronto, Ontario Canada, The following title has been published by the V.G. Greene Foundation in October, 2006.
George Arfken and Charles G. Firby., 344 pages, fully illustrated in full color. Note: after publication, it was discovered that the index had inadvertantly been altered. To print a corrected list click below PRINT CORRECTED INDEX
This title is available from The Vicent Graves Greene Foundation of Toronto - CLICK HERE
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THE POSTAL RATES OF CANADA:1851-1868 / THE PROVINCIAL PERIOD - A RECORDING by Charles G. Firby
The above title was last published in 1984 - it is now out of print & out of stock:
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THE POSTAL RATES OF CANADA - 1851- 1859 The Warren S. Wilkinson collection. By Charles G. Firby
 THE REVIEWS ARE IN: "What a marvelous achievement is your publication of the Wilkinson Rates. I am finding the book a real pleasure to read and study. I am not aware of another major Canadian auction being done in the format you have used for this catalogue. I find the collection assembled by Mr. Wilkinson and the display and documentation of the material by yourself to be an amazing achievement. Frankly, I don't know how you can sell this book for $55. I thought the Sotheby's catalogues for the Sir Gawaine Baillie collection had set a new standard for auction catalogues. I think your display of Mr. Wilkinson's collection has set an even higher standard. Your book will make a lasting contribution to philatelic literature in general and bring a new awareness to the importance of Canadian philately. Well done." ANOTHER "I personally believe it is a real masterpiece and destined to be the reference publication on the subject for years to come." To View sample pages click here and Here
This special auction catalog includes full (and virtually true) color illustration of the collector's actual album pages. The handbook/catalogue of this magnificent FIP Gold Medal winning exhibit is the definitive handbook on this fascinating Postal History subject Two editions were created to our demanding specifications.
The standard edition has both the illustrations as well as the required auction lot descriptions, estimates, info, etc. presented in a single perfect bound 304 page volume.
A special 256 page hardbound collection display-only edition, is available which also includes a seperate 48 page spiral bound volume (which includes lot numbers, auction descriptions, etc). Each produced in a limited quantity and, in fact, very few remain.
The special limited hardbound edition was available for US $120.00 including shipping.
The perfect bound edition was available for US $55.00 incl shipping.
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