New Zealand stamp year 1899 5 shillings

New Zealand stamp year 1899 5 shillings – Mi 350 eur / Used stamp

The New Zealand 5 shillings stamp from 1899 is a high-denomination stamp that is part of the notable Pictorial Series of New Zealand.

Significance

• Pictorial Series: This stamp is part of the first definitive stamp issue in the world to feature local landscapes and birds rather than only a royal portrait, making the series highly significant in philatelic history.
• High Value: The $\text{5}$ shillings value was a high rate for its time, mainly intended for heavy parcels, high-value money orders, or possibly as a fiscal (revenue) stamp. It is less common than the lower-value Pictorials.

To find the current market value, you would need to consult a current stamp catalog (like Scott or Stanley Gibbons) for the specific condition of the stamp (e.g., unused/mint hinged, mint never hinged, or postally used).