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New Zealand, 1857, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 1s blue green, imperf, unwatermarked, unused without gum, full to large margins, beautiful bright color and impression, Extremely Fine and choice, Paul Kruger (private sale); with 2012 Odenweller certificate. Scott No. 10. Campbell Paterson No. A6c (2). SG No. 17 £17,000 ($22,340).
A STUNNING EXAMPLE OF THE RARE 1857 1S BLUE-GREEN IMPERF ISSUE, SURELY ONE OF THE FINEST RECORDED EXAMPLES.
Realized: $19,000