very rarepre-1900

Australia 1850 1d Sydney View

Name: Australia 1850 1d Sydney View
Brand: Australia

Australia · 1850 · 1d (One Penny)

This stamp, known as the 'Sydney View', is the first postage stamp issued by the colony of New South Wales. The design features an allegorical representation of Industry seated on a bale, overlooking Sydney Harbour with ships and a lighthouse. It is considered a classic of philately and was printed from plates engraved by Robert Clayton.

Issued in 1850, this was the first stamp from any of the Australian colonies, predating the federation of Australia by 51 years. It represents the beginning of postal services in the region.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

colonial-history cityscapes allegory first-issues

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,800

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1,200

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$600

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$250

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.