A445-GB 1987 “Order of the Thistle” 34p stamp pairguttermargin MNH RARE Britis
Title:
GB 1987 “Order of the Thistle” 34p stamp pair gutter margin MNH RARE British Heraldry Scotland SG1366 strip (2)
Category:
Stamps → Great Britain → Elizabeth II Commemoratives (Decimal)
Condition:
Mint Never Hinged (MNH). Unmounted, fresh gum, full original perforations and intact gutter margin (bottom margin with “00.00” print visible). No visible faults, bright colours.
Item Specifics:
Year of issue: 1987
Issue: “300th Anniversary of the Revival of the Order of the Thistle” (Scottish Heraldry)
Catalogue number: SG 1366 for the 34p value (guide value approx £0.60 UM)
Your item: a pair of the 34p value in a gutter-margin strip (two stamps + margin)
Country/Region of Manufacture: Great Britain
Denomination: 34p
Mint/Used: Mint Never Hinged
Format: Strip of 2 + gutter bottom margin
Price & Valuation / Recommended Price:
Based on trade listings: the single 34p MNH (UM) is listed at about £0.60 from one specialist dealer.
Given yours is a pair with gutter margin, that adds scarcity — I’d estimate a valuation in the region of £3.00 to £5.00 (approx) depending on market, condition and visibility of margin.
Recommended “Buy It Now” listing price: £4.50
Recommended auction starting price: £2.00 (with a 7-10 day duration)
Auction Option:
Yes — you may list as an auction with a start at £2.00, no reserve or a low reserve at £2.50 to encourage bidding. Include “Buy It Now £4.50” option too if you like.
Mention the gutter margin and that the bottom margin shows “00.00” print (a distinctive feature).
Mention that this is MNH and in pristine condition, emphasising the margin and perforations.
Add clear high-res photos: front of the strip, the gutter margin and back showing gum.
In the description, reference that the set commemorates the 300th anniversary of the revival of the Order of the Thistle (21 July 1987).
Use keywords like: “Scottish Heraldry”, “Order of the Thistle”, “SG1366”, “34p”, “mint never hinged”, “gutter margin strip”, “rare”.
