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New Zealand, 1872, Queen Victoria "Chalon Head", 2d orange vermilion, perf 12½, unwatermarked, block of 15 (R. 13-15/4-8), o.g., bottom two rows never hinged, lightly hinged at top, brilliant color throughout, bright and fresh, Very Fine. Scott No. 48. Campbell Paterson No. A2t. SG No. 138 Estimate $3,000 - 4,000.
AN EXCEPTIONAL LARGE MINT ORIGINAL GUM BLOCK OF THE 1872 2D ORANGE VERMILION PERF 12½ ISSUE.
Realized: $4,000