Canada postage stamp year 1872 / 6 c – Yellowish brown / SG 86 Unused
That is a classic Canadian stamp, part of the beloved “Small Queen” definitive series!
The 6 cent yellowish brown stamp from 1872 is a key stamp for collectors of early Canadian philately and is officially catalogued as Scott #39.
🇨🇦 Stamp Details: Canada Scott #39
| Feature | Detail |
| Series Name | Small Queen Issue |
| Denomination | 6 Cents |
| Colour | Yellowish Brown (or Yellow Brown) |
| Portrait | Queen Victoria (Small Queen design) |
| Perforation | Perforated 12 (Standard for this issue) |
| Issue Date | 1872 (Printed between 1872 and mid-1874) |
| Catalogue No. | Scott #39 (or Unitrade #39) |
💰 Collector’s Value (Scott #39)
The value of this 150-year-old stamp varies significantly based on its condition, particularly the presence of gum and the centering of the design.
| Condition | Approximate Retail Value (USD) | Notes |
| Used (Cancelled) | $8 – $20 | The value depends on the clarity of the cancel and the overall appearance (centering, clean edges). A lower-grade used copy might sell for as little as $4.00. |
| Mint Hinged (MH) | $50 – $150 | Unused stamp with original gum, but previously mounted with a hinge. |
| Mint Never Hinged (MNH) | $300 – $600+ | MNH copies are rare for this early issue and command a high premium. A well-centered, high-grade MNH example can catalog significantly higher, with some specialized listings showing values over $1,000. |
