New South Wales, Australia · 1850 First Issue
Sydney Views 2d dull blue later impressions
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US$332RRⓘ
From New South Wales's very first stamp issue, 1 January 1850.
ConditionVery fine used, imperforate, large margins, no faults, bn '83' Wellingrove postmark (rated 4R), Plate 1,
CatalogueSG 18
Expert markDr. Antonio Roig Soler (AIEP 1954–70)
CertificatesThe Royal Philatelic Society of Victoria (2000)
ShippingFree shipping within Australia, elsewhere arranged privately after checkout.
Issue background
Australia’s very first stamps were issued in 1850, with several denominations featuring the iconic Sydney View design. The stamp shown here is the 1d value, known for its rich variety of plate characteristics and collectible quirks. One of the most notable features of the 1d is the “with cloud” vs “no…
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