Canada, 1851 3d Red 'Beaver'

Name: Canada, 1851 3d Red 'Beaver'
Brand: Canada

Canada · 1851 · 3d

This stamp features a beaver building a dam in a detailed engraving. It is framed by the words 'CANADA POSTAGE' and the denomination 'THREE PENCE', with royal crowns in the upper corners. The design, created by Sir Sandford Fleming, symbolizes the industry and sovereignty of the Province of Canada.

Issued on April 23, 1851, this was the first postage stamp ever issued by the Province of Canada. The beaver was chosen as a national symbol, representing the importance of the fur trade in the country's history.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

animals mammals beavers heraldry crowns

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1,500

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,000

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$650

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$300

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$150

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