Lot No. 423
| Auction No. | 27 |
| Category |
World Collections, Accumulations and Selections |
| Est. | $1000 |
| Status | SOLD $1250 |
New Zealand 1874-1878 QV first sideface issue detailed collection on leaves with "SPECIMEN" ovpts on 1d, 2d, 3d, 4d, 2/- & 5/-, used sorted by value & mounted to show shades, wmk changes & perforation varieties. Incls 1d wmk "large star" (Cat. £300), 2d compound perfs (2, Cat. £85 ea.), 3d perf. 12½ (4), perf. 10x12½ (2), 4d (8, incl 3 diff perfs), 6d (15), 1/- (12, incl compound perf Cat. £250), 2/- & 5/- (2 used & 1 mint of each). Also covers with 1d pair, 2d alone & strip of 3 with 6d (1878) detailing rate to U.K. via Brindisi, 8d per ½ ounce plus 4d extra weight. Neatly presented suitable for exhibition with condition above average for this issue. Inspection recommended. Cat £5000+ (95 + 3 covers)