Lot 6474 o
New Zealand, 1872, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d vermilion, perf 12½, Lozenges watermark, exceptionally well centered with large margins, strong color and impression on bright paper, neatly cancelled by central strikes of numeral "16" barred oval of Port Victoria, an Extremely Fine gem. Scott No. 50. Campbell Paterson No. A2x.SG No. 142 £500 ($660).
Realized: $400