A332-Switzerland 1966 50 Jahre Schweizer MustermesseBasel 20cHelvetia Used Sta

🏷️ Title

Switzerland 1966 50 Jahre Schweizer Mustermesse Basel 20c Helvetia Used Stamps (Pair)

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📂 Category

Stamps > Europe > Switzerland

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💎 Condition

Used – good condition

Both stamps are postmarked, with visible cancellation marks and intact perforations. No tears or major faults noted. Gum side shows typical light hinge marks or toning consistent with age.

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📋 Item specifics

Field Details

Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland

Year of Issue 1966

Denomination 20 Centimes

Theme Swiss Trade Fair / Basel Exhibition

Type Commemorative

Designer Donald Brun

Printer Courvoisier S.A.

Color Carmine / Green

Grade VF (Very Fine)

Quality Used / Hinged

Certification Uncertified

Quantity Pair (2 stamps)

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💰 Valuation

Catalogue reference: Michel CH #820 / Zumstein #531

Typical market value (used single): £0.75 – £1.25

Pair (well-preserved, matched cancels): £2 – £3 retail value

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💵 Recommended pricing

Type Suggested Price Notes

Buy-It-Now (Fixed Price) £3.95 Competitive and fair for collectors; allows room for offers.

Auction (7-day) Starting bid £1.49 Expected closing range £2 – £3.50 depending on bidders.

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📝 Description (for listing body)

> Commemorative Swiss stamps celebrating 50 Years of the Schweizer Mustermesse Basel (Swiss Trade Fair), issued 16–26 April 1966.

Designed by Donald Brun, printed by Courvoisier S.A., and denominated 20c Helvetia.

These used examples feature clean postmarks, vibrant colors, and intact perforations. Excellent addition for collectors of Swiss or European mid-century commemoratives.

— Ships protected in a glassine sleeve and rigid mailer.

— Combined postage available.

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