Lot
6221 (
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New Zealand, 1862, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 1d vermilion, perf 13, Large Star watermark, unused without gum, close margins except huge bottom margin, deep vibrant color, fresh and Very Fine, a rare unused stamp; with 1977 R.P.S.N.Z. certificate as carmine vermilion. Scott No. 16 var. Campbell Paterson No. A1f (3). SG No. 69 var. £3,250 as carmine vermilion ($4,270).
Realized: $625