New Zealand Chalon Head

About New Zealand Chalon Head

The first stamps of New Zealand, featuring the same Queen Victoria portrait as the Penny Red. The Chalon Head stamps were printed in London and sent to New Zealand. The 1 penny, 2 penny, and 1 shilling values were the first issued. New Zealand was a pioneer in postal innovation. The Chalon Head design was used in many British colonies. The New Zealand Chalon stamps are collected by paper type, watermark, and perforation, creating dozens of varieties.