Sold for $13,225 — Lot 1478, Newfoundland #2

Newfoundland 1857 2d scarlet vermilion Heraldic, the great rarity, with four huge margins for the issue, deep rich colour and fine impression. Several light stains are mentioned for the record, very fine. Accompanied by 1949 R.P.S.L. Certificate stating "genuine, has slight stains, unused." Very fine. (SG #2 £15,000.)

A very good realization despite the staining.