Antigua postage stamp year 1863 6 Pence – Victoria perforation 14 used stamp
- Issue History
Antigua’s first stamps were issued in August 1862, starting with the sixpence (6d) denomination, printed by Perkins, Bacon & Co., featuring Queen Victoria’s portrait based on a drawing by Edward Corbould. - Design and Technical Specs
- Design: Queen Victoria, engraved from Edward Corbould’s drawing.
- Watermark: Small Star (sideways orientation).
- Perforation: Rough perforations ranging from 14 to 16 gauge.
- These stamps fall under Stanley Gibbons catalogue number SG 8 or variation SG 8a.
- Catalogue Value & Condition
A fine mint example with part original gum is quite scarce. Its Stanley Gibbons value is around £700. An auction listing described one in “remarkable condition” with fresh color. Another listing (StampAuctionNetwork) noted SG 8 with similar specs and estimated values . The StampWorld listing also confirms the 1863 Victoria issue with watermark and perforation detailes.
Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Year | 1863 (part of the first issues post‑1862) |
| Denomination | 6 Pence (6d) |
| Design | Queen Victoria (Corbould engraving) |
| Watermark | Small Star (sideways) |
| Perforation | Rough gauge 14–16 |
| Catalogue No. | SG 8 (sometimes 8a) |
| Value (mint) | Approx. £700 (Stanley Gibbons, fine mint) |
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