Lot
6185 
New Zealand, 1862, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 1s green, imperf, Large Star watermark, four large even margins, tied by indistinct numeral "1" barred oval, matching "Auckland, MY 31, 1863" backstamp on blue cover to Hull, England, endorsed "Via Marseilles", reverse with Hull (8.15) arrival cds; cover tear and flap torn, vertical file fold affects 1s, Fine and scarce use. Scott No. 15. Campbell Paterson No. A6d (3). SG No. 45 Estimate $750 - 1,000.
Letter prepaid 1sh for a ¼-½ oz. letter to the United Kingdom via Marseilles.
Realized: $2,300