Country of production Canada Date of production 14 June 1851 No. in existence about 120 | Location of production New York Nature of rarity few exist Face value 12 pence | |
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Canada 12d black or The Black Empress of Canada is a rare Canadian postage stamp issued in 1851. The 12-pence stamp shows the portrait of Queen Victoria and is the third stamp issued by the province.
History
In 1851, the Province of Canada issued the stamps of Queen Victoria. For the stamp image, the Queen's portrait by Alfred Edward Chalon (1780–1860) was used. This design is called the Chalon head. The stamps were printed in New York.
In fine and unused condition, these stamps are very expensive. In February 2006, a Twelve Penny Black was sold £116,000.
References
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