A452-Churchill Centenary 1974 First Day Cover – Ilford Essex Postmark Complete

🏷️ Title

Churchill Centenary 1974 First Day Cover – Ilford Essex Postmark – Complete Set of 4 Stamps – Blenheim Palace Design

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📂 Category

Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers (1951-Now) > Historical/Commemorative

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🧾 Condition

Used – Excellent vintage condition

Envelope and insert are clean with minimal age-related wear. Light edge toning, clear postmarks from Ilford, Essex (9 Oct 1974). Includes all four original stamps and insert card. Unsealed back flap.

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📋 Item Specifics

Issue: Churchill Centenary

Date of Issue: 9 October 1974

Postmark: Ilford, Essex

Stamp Set: Complete set of 4

10p “Soldier” (South African Light Horse)

8p “Parliamentarian”

4½p “Sailor”

5½p “Architect of Victory”

Envelope Design: Blenheim Palace – birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill

Manufacturer: Harrison & Sons Ltd

Size: Standard FDC (approx. 8.75" x 4.5")

Insert: Original descriptive insert included

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Era: Decimal (1971–present)

Theme: Churchill, British History, Commemoratives

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💷 Valuation & Pricing

Estimated Collector Value (2025 market): £3 – £5

Typical retail price on eBay for clean examples with insert and clear postmarks.

Recommended eBay Buy It Now Price: £4.95

Recommended Starting Auction Price: £2.99 (7-day auction)