commonpre-1900

New Zealand Queen Victoria 'Chalon Head' Sideface

Name: New Zealand Queen Victoria 'Chalon Head' Sideface
Brand: New Zealand
Availability: InStock

New Zealand · 1882 · 1d

This definitive stamp features a side-profile portrait of Queen Victoria, known as the 'Sideface' issue. The design is framed by an ornate oval with 'NEW ZEALAND' at the top and 'POSTAGE & REVENUE' below, with the denomination 'ONE PENNY' at the bottom. This series replaced the earlier 'Chalon Head' full-face portrait stamps.

Issued during the late Victorian era, this stamp reflects the enduring connection of New Zealand to the British Empire. The dual-purpose 'Postage & Revenue' inscription was common at the time, allowing the stamp to be used for both mail and fiscal purposes.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

royalty queen-victoria portraits heads-of-state

Catalog Numbers

sg188

scott79

michel50

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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