Lot 273 o
New Zealand, 1863 Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d dull deep blue on thick soft white paper, imperf, unwatermarked, neat barred "17" in oval of Christchurch, ample to huge margin, rich vibrant color, Very Fine and choice, with Holcombe remark "A superb copy of a very scarce stamp"; with 1987 Holcombe & 2014 Odenweller certificates. Scott No. 26a. Campbell Paterson No. A2h.SG No. 96 £800 ($1,100).
Realized: $1,100
Lot 274 o
New Zealand, 1863 Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d dull deep blue on thick soft white paper, perf 13, unwatermarked, circular "Dunedin, Se 2, 63" date stamp cancel, beautifully centered with perfs clear of design, rich bold color, Very Fine and choice, a wonderful used example of the 1863 2¢ Provisional perforated issue; with 2014 Odenweller certificates. Scott No. 26. Campbell Paterson No. A2h (Z).SG No. 96a £475 ($660).
Realized: $625