Canada 12 Pence Black
Canada · 1851 · 12 Pence
This stamp features the Chalon Portrait of a young Queen Victoria, engraved by Alfred Edward Chalon. The design is renowned for its elegance and intricate detail, set against a simple, dark background that highlights the Queen's profile. It is considered one of the most beautiful classic stamp designs in the world.
Issued by the Province of Canada in 1851, the 12 Pence Black is Canada's third postage stamp and its most famous classic rarity. Its high face value limited its use primarily to heavy international mail, resulting in very few surviving examples.
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Engraved
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
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Nicely centered, minor flaws
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Off-center or visible wear
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