A343-“Cyprus 1998 WWF Cyprus Mouflon Stamp Ovis gmelini OphionMNH Block(25c)”

Title

“Cyprus 1998 WWF Cyprus Mouflon Stamp Ovis gmelini Ophion MNH Block (25c)”

Category:

Collectables → Stamps → Europe → Cyprus (1960-Now)

Condition:

Mint Never Hinged (MNH) — as appears unused, with full gum, no hinge marks (or describe any gum disturbance or faults)

Item Specifics:

Country/Region of Manufacture: Cyprus

Year of Issue: 1998

Theme / Topic: Wildlife / WWF / Endangered Species

Denomination / Face Value: 25c (or “25” as printed)

Catalog / Scott / Stanley Gibbons #: (if known, e.g. SG or Scott number)

Type: Commemorative / Wildlife Stamp

Format: Block or full sheet corner (if your piece includes attached margin)

Gum / Back: Full original gum

Perforation: (specify perforation gauge if known)

Other: WWF logo, Ovis gmelini ophion, “Paphos Forest” text

Description (body):

> For sale is a Cyprus 1998 WWF “Cyprus Mouflon (Ovis gmelini ophion)” stamp in mint never hinged condition. This is the 25c issue, with full original gum, and still attached with margin (as shown in photos). The design highlights the endangered Cyprus mouflon of Paphos Forest.

The stamp shows bright colours, clean perforations, and no signs of hinging or toning. Please look at the photos carefully; I have provided close-ups of front, back, gum, and margins.

This is a nice item for a thematic or Cyprus/WWF collection.

Shipping & Handling:

I will pack securely in a rigid stamp-card, and send via tracking / registered mail. International buyers: import duties, taxes, or customs charges, if any, are the buyer’s responsibility.

Returns: Accepted within 14 days, provided the item is returned in the same condition as shipped.

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💷 Price & Valuation

From research:

A similar “Cyprus ‘mouflon’, S.C. #923a (WWF block)” sold for ~ US $2.99 on eBay.

A Cyprus 1962 Mouflon SG 222 Fine Mint is listed at £15.99 by a stamp dealer.

However, your piece is later (1998 WWF issue) and likely of more modest catalogue value. Considering condition, demand, and the recent eBay sale, a realistic value in GBP might be £2 to £6 (for an MNH block or margin piece) depending on collector interest.

Thus:

Suggested “Buy It Now” price: £4.50

Auction starting bid option: £2.50 (with a reserve or “minimum price” if you prefer)

You might also consider using a “Best Offer” option, to allow negotiation.

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✅ Recommendations & Tips

Make sure you include high-resolution photos from multiple angles (front, back, margin, gum) to show condition clearly.

Use keywords in the title like “WWF”, “Cyprus”, “MNH”, “block”, “Ovis gmelini” to improve search visibility. Avoid filler words or excessive punctuation.

If you know the catalog number (Scott, SG, etc.), include it prominently (both in title and item specifics) — many collectors search by that.

Offer combined shipping if you have more stamps, to encourage multiple purchases.

Monitor completed eBay listings of similar stamps to see how much they actually sell for, and adjust your pricing strategy accordingly.

For auction listings, use a 7- or 10-day duration to allow visibility among more bidders.

In your description, be honest about any faults (gum disturbance, hinge remnants, slight toning) — buyers appreciate transparency.

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