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Auction: 22010 - The 'Lionheart' Collection of New Zealand - Part I
Lot: 256

(x) New Zealand
Printed by John Davies in Auckland
1871-3 Watermark Large Star, New Colours
Perf. 12½ 2d. vermilion, a block of four with part original gum, fresh colour and most attractive. A scarce multiple. R.P.S. Certificate (2006) states "vermilion" though we believe this block is closer to the orange shade group. S.G. 133/134

provenance:
Joseph Hackmey, May 2010

Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Sold for
£450

Starting price
£350