Item Description:
Up for sale is a genuine example of the Queen Victoria 1d Penny Red, issued between 1855 and 1857 (Die II, Alphabet III, stars in upper corners). This is the early, collectable variant before plate numbers were engraved on the side margins.
A great addition for collectors of early British line-engraved issues or those looking for an example with a completely clean reverse.
Key Features & Condition:
• Corner Letters: K-A (Row 11, Column 1 from the original sheets of 240).
• Cancellation: Light, authentic barred numeral postal cancellation.
• Watermark: Faint / hard to detect under light, typical for stamps of this age that have been soaked from paper.
• Perforation & Centering: Intact perforations on all sides, typical centering for this mechanical production era. No hidden tears or trims.
• Reverse & UV Check: Excellent clean back with no hinge remnants, no modern glue residue, and no thinning. Completely fresh under UV light inspection.
• Authenticity: Guaranteed 100% genuine Victorian era postal stamp.
Shipping & Handling:
• Carefully packed in a protective card/glassine envelope to ensure it arrives safely.
• Shipped via Royal Mail (Standard or Tracked available at checkout).
• Combined shipping is available if you purchase multiple items from my listings.
Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to judge the condition and margins for yourself. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!