Lot 6473 ()
New Zealand, 1872, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d vermilion, retouched, perf 12½, N Z watermark, unused without gum, pos. R. 20/10, rich bright color, strong sharp impression clearly showing heavy retouching, light diagonal crease at bottom left, Very Fine appearance; with clear 2017 Odenweller certificate. Scott No. 46 var. Campbell Paterson No. A2v (Y).SG No. 141a £1,900 ($2,500).
Realized: $850