Lot 1528 o
New Zealand, 1867, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 3d lilac to mauve study, perf 12½, Large Star watermark, of 35 stamps, includes 28 lilac issues (117) with 7 mint, includes the range of Campbell-Paterson shades, choice pair, double perf variety, watermark lines, thick and thin papers, etc., 7 mauve issues with shades and double perf variety; condition well above the norm, four Odenweller certificates accompany (no photo).SG No. 117-118; £2,380+ ($3,130) Estimate $500 - 750.
Realized: $450