Lot 6478 o
New Zealand, 1872, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d vermilion, retouched, perf 12½, showing "c" of "Invicta" watermark, pos. R. 18/4, exceptionally well centered with bright color, light strike of letter "C" thick barred oval, showing "C" of "Invicta" watermark, Extremely Fine and choice, Bernard Symonds, Spink, July 2007, lot 1451. Scott No. 50 var. Campbell Paterson No. A2x (Y).SG No. 142a £750 ($980).
Realized: $375