GB QV 1874 5/- Pale Rose – SG127, Plate 2 (FF), VGU, Superb Southport CDS (Cat £1500)
GB QV 1874 5/- Pale Rose - SG127, Plate 2 (FF), VGU, Superb Southport CDS (Cat £1500) - Image 2
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GB QV 1874 5/- Pale Rose – SG127, Plate 2 (FF), VGU, Superb Southport CDS (Cat £1500)

$285.00 excl GST

  • Investment Grade: Scarce high-value Queen Victoria definitive, SG127, 5/- Pale Rose.

  • Plate Rarity: Desirable and crucial Plate 2 issue with positional letters (FF).

  • Condition: Excellent VGU (Very Good Used) example, soundly perforated.

  • Cancellation: Features a light Southport CDS, preserving the stamp’s appearance.

  • Specialist Appeal: Represents a period of inherent scarcity due to its original high face value (5 shillings), confirming its Cat £1500 listing.

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Description

This GB QV 1874 5/- Pale Rose, SG127, Plate 2 (FF), VGU, Superb Southport CDS is a magnificent example of the Great Britain high-value definitive issue of Queen Victoria, specifically the 5/- Pale Rose (SG127). Issued in 1874, this stamp represents a significant piece of Victorian postal history and is a cornerstone for any serious GB collection.

GB QV 1874 5/- Pale Rose, SG127, Plate 2 (FF), VGU, Superb Southport CDS Key Features:

  • Denomination and Colour: The high face value of five shillings is presented in the scarce and sought-after Pale Rose shade.

  • Plate Identification: Clearly identified as being from Plate 2 with the positional letters FF. Varieties from Plate 2 are often more sought after by advanced collectors.

  • Cancellation Quality: The stamp bears a superb postmark—a clear, well-struck Circular Date Stamp (CDS) from Southport. The clarity and neatness of this specific cancellation greatly enhance the aesthetic appeal and value of the used stamp.

  • Condition: Graded VGU (Very Good Used), meaning it presents beautifully with no major faults, strong colour, and sound perforations, especially considering its age and high original face value.

  • Proven Value: Authenticated by its Stanley Gibbons (SG) catalogue number, with a published value of £1500, confirming its rarity and market standing.

This stamp is a genuine investment piece, combining rarity, strong condition, and an outstanding cancellation.

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