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Title: WW1 two Naval censor cachet.
Post by: Chris Weddell on October 13, 2015, 07:47:07 PM

Hi All,

I have just brought these two covers from 2 different dealers. The top cover no 1 i think is a Gould 4C155 in light blue ink for HMS Yarmouth. The bottom cover no 2 i also think may be a Gould 4C155 in violet, but the bars seen bigger.If could confirm my thoughts or otherwise , that would be great.

Cheers

Chris.

Title: Re: WW1 two Naval censor cachet.
Post by: Tony Walker on October 13, 2015, 08:25:55 PM

Hi Chris

I'd agree with your Gould 4C155 for HMS Yarmouth for both covers.

I presume your query relates to the bars within the circular cancellation? If so, these are very variable in thickness even from the same source, and the difference you perceive is not significant.

Cheers
Tony

Title: Re: WW1 two Naval censor cachet.
Post by: Frank Schofield on October 14, 2015, 08:04:05 AM

Chris

Agree with Tony

The top cover to Manchester was censored by Fleet Surgeon Warren G Westcott

The bottom one (J.H.E.) by Lieut John H Edelsten

Both these officers were appointed to "Yarmouth" when she was re-commissioned at Colombo on 14th April 1914

Frank Schofield

Title: Re: WW1 two Naval censor cachet.
Post by: Chris Weddell on October 14, 2015, 08:44:33 AM

Tony and Frank,

Thank you both for your help. Frank again thanks for the censors names.

Cheers

Chris.

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