Lot 244 o
New Zealand, 1862, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d greenish slate blue, rouletted 7, Large Star watermark, with slight plate wear and showing roulettes on all four sides, barred "1" in oval cancel of Auckland, clear to large margins, strong bold color, Extremely Fine and choice, a premium example of this difficult issue; with 1969 R.P.S.N.Z. and 2014 Odenweller certificates. Scott No. 12c var. Campbell Paterson No. A2d (O).SG No. 50 £850 ($1,170).
Realized: $650