Canada 12 Pence Black, Queen Victoria
Canada · 1851 · 12 Pence
This definitive stamp features a portrait of a young Queen Victoria, based on the 1838 'Chalon' portrait by Alfred Edward Chalon. The design is framed by intricate lathework, with the denomination 'TWELVE PENCE' inscribed below the portrait. It was printed on laid paper and is renowned for its elegant design and deep black color.
Issued by the Province of Canada in 1851, this was one of the first postage stamps produced in the country. Its high face value, equivalent to a full shilling, meant it was primarily used for registered mail or on heavy letters, contributing to its scarcity today.
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Engraved
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