New Brunswick 5 Cents Charles Connell Portrait Die Proof
New Brunswick · 1860 · 5 Cents
This 5-cent die proof from New Brunswick features a portrait of Charles Connell, the Postmaster General, within an ornate circular frame. The design is notable for being personally engraved by Connell himself, showcasing a distinctive, somewhat amateurish style.
Issued in 1860, this stamp is famous for its unique origin, as Charles Connell, the Postmaster General, engraved the die himself. This act of self-engraving by a high-ranking official makes it a significant and celebrated piece of British North American philatelic history.
Printing Method
Engraved
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Estimated Values by Condition
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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