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Auction: 8021 - British Empire Stamps and Covers
Lot: 986

x New Zealand Chalon Issues 1871 watermark Large Star, perf. 10 2d. vermilion neatly cancelled by part Wellington "070" duplex, very fine. A new discovery and only the second example recorded. A major New Zealand rarity and an important exhibition item. B.P.A. Certificate (2008). S.G. 130c, £18,000. Photo Estimate £ 10,000-12,000 Note: The other recorded example was formerly in the famous collection formed by R.C. Agabeg which was sold by Robson Lowe in 1971 where it realised £850.

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£17,000