1862-3, 1d orange vermilion Chalon, horizontal pair, with centrally struck "4" cancel of Akaroa, entering of the transfer die resulting in a prominent shift of the right stamp of about 0.7mm below the left stamp, the left stamp with four large to clear margins, the right, due to the shift, with three margins, fresh colour, an impressive pair, fine; (Sc. 11; S.G. 33, £550+) (Image1)

Est. US$150-200

New Zealand . 1931-5, £3.10/- rose,. hinged and slightly toned gum, Cowan paper with horizontal mesh, bright color, rare and centered very fine. (S.G. F165, £2,250). Mint H (Image1)

Est. US$1,000-1,500