Lot 144 P
Canada, 1851, Queen Victoria, 12d black, trial color large die proof on India, large margins, strong impression on bright paper, fresh and Very Fine. Scott No. 3TC.Unitrade No. 3TC C$8,500 ($6,630).
A RARE AND DESIRABLE 12 PENCE 1851 ISSUE "SCAR" DIE TRIAL COLOR IN BLACK.
The "Scar" die proofs show a "scar" in the CE of PENCE. All are rare, but black examples are particularly desirable.
Realized: $3,750