A353-GB 1985 31p “Royal Scot” Steam Train Stamp Block of 6 Mint Never Hinged –

🏷 Title (Recommended)

GB 1985 31p “Royal Scot” Steam Train Stamp Block of 6 – Mint Never Hinged – Harrison Printing

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📂 Category

> Stamps > Great Britain > Elizabeth II (1952–Now) > Commemorative Issues

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🪙 Condition

> Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

Original gum, intact perforations, no marks or bends. Includes color control numbers and printer’s imprint (“Harrison”).

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📋 Item Specifics

Attribute Details

Issue Year 1985

Face Value 31p

Theme Trains / Railways / Royal Scot

Series British Railways (Locomotives)

Country/Region of Manufacture United Kingdom

Denomination 31 Pence

Printing Company Harrison & Sons

Format Block of 6 (with margins and control number)

Gum Original, Never Hinged

Perforations Fully intact

Color Control Numbers Present on margin

Orientation Landscape

Certification Uncertified

Era Elizabeth II Decimal Issue

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💷 Valuation

Typical Market Range (Retail / Collectors): £4 – £8 for a control block of six MNH

High-End Realized Prices (with Harrison imprint & full margins): up to £10–£12

Quick-Sale Valuation (eBay average): around £5–£6

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💰 Recommended Listing Price

Type Suggested Price Notes

Buy It Now (Fixed Price) £7.95 Good balance for visibility and fair collector value

Auction (Starting Bid) £3.99 Encourages bids while protecting value; typical auction end ~£5–£8

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🧾 Description (for listing body)

> Beautiful block of 6 mint never hinged 31p “Royal Scot” stamps issued by Royal Mail in 1985.

Features the iconic Royal Scot steam locomotive with full selvedge showing the Harrison printer’s imprint and color registration dots.

Crisp perforations, clean gum, and excellent color – ideal for collectors of GB railway or locomotive-themed issues.

Stored in a protective sleeve in a smoke-free environment.

Will be securely packed and shipped flat in a board-backed envelope.

Optional: “Combined postage available for multiple purchases.”

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