Canada 1/2c Large Queen Victoria
Canada · 1868 · 1/2c
This stamp features a left-facing profile portrait of Queen Victoria, based on a drawing by Charles Henry Jeens. Known as the 'Large Queen' issue, it is renowned for its elegant design and high-quality engraving. The denomination is expressed as 'HALF CENT' at the bottom.
Issued shortly after the Canadian Confederation in 1867, the Large Queens were the first stamps of the newly formed Dominion of Canada. This half-cent value was intended for mailing newspapers and circulars.
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Engraved
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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