A409-“Great Britain Queen Victoria Used Stamp Classic Victorian Issue”
Title
“Great Britain Queen Victoria Used Stamp – Classic Victorian Issue”
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Category
Stamps → Great Britain & British Commonwealth → Great Britain → Used (Pre-1922)
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Condition
Used stamp (clear cancellation visible)
Perforations appear to be present all around (please verify no missing or heavily trimmed perforations)
Scan / photograph shows some age-toning/discolouration and what appears to be a heavy cancel (affects value)
No obvious major tears or missing pieces visible in photos (but you should inspect under magnification)
Good “collector grade” but not “mint” or “very fine unused” given usage and condition
Suggested condition note: “Used, some age toning, heavy cancellation – see images for details.”
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Item Specifics
Issue / Series: Queen Victoria era – Great Britain classic (dates c. 1840-1900)
Denomination: (If you can read it, mention the value — e.g., 1d, 2d etc)
Colour / Design: Bust of Queen Victoria, classic style
Watermark / Perforation: (If known: e.g., Watermark Crown/CA, perforation 14) — if not known, state “watermark/perforation unknown”
Cancel / Postmark: Heavy cancellation, used — visible in photo
Country of Manufacture: Great Britain
Year of Issue: approximate — Victorian era (pre-1901)
Condition Description: Used, some toning, heavy cancellation, good overall integrity
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Price & Valuation
Estimated valuation: From comparable listings and catalogues: many used Victorian GB stamps sell for modest amounts (for example: some Queen Victoria issues catalogue at low values used).
Given the heavy cancellation and condition, a reasonable ball-park valuation might be £10-£30 (depending heavily on exact variety, rarity, plate, watermark, condition).
Recommended “Buy It Now” price: £18
Auction option (starting bid): £9 with no reserve (or reserve at £15 if you prefer a minimum)
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Recommended Listing Strategy
Offer both a “Buy It Now” option (set at ~£18) and an auction format (starting at ~£9).
In description emphasise the collectible nature, show good clear photos of front and back, highlight condition/any faults.
Mention “Will ship worldwide / will ship UK only” depending on your preference and shipping cost.
Add note: “Please inspect photos, this is a used stamp, sold as seen, no returns accepted”.
