Lot
6443 
New Zealand, 1871, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 6d chalky blue, perf 12½, Large Star watermark, used 3d lilac (117), tied by two strikes of clear "8" barred oval, matching "Wanganui, JU 25 '73" backstamp on mourning cover to Truro, England, reverse with Wellington (6.27) transit and Truro (9.1) arrival cds, endorsed "Via Brindisi" at top left; some edge wear, Very Fine and attractive use at the 9d rate. Scott No. 41 var. Campbell Paterson No. A5k (5). SG No. 136 var. Estimate $300 - 400.
Prepaid at the 9d rate for a ½ oz. letter to the United States via Suez and Brindisi.
Realized: $525