A465-Universal Postal Union Centenary 1874–1974 Mercury First Day Cover Harrog

Title:

Universal Postal Union Centenary 1874–1974 Mercury First Day Cover – Harrogate Postmark – GB Stamps

Category:

> Stamps > Great Britain > Covers > Commemoratives (1971-Now)

Condition:

Used – Very Good.

Envelope and stamps in good vintage condition with clear postmarks dated 12 June 1974 (Harrogate, Yorkshire). Minor age spotting and handling marks consistent with age.

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Item Specifics

Issue: Universal Postal Union Centenary

Date of Issue: 12 June 1974

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Postmark: Harrogate, Yorkshire

Cachet Maker: Mercury (Harry Allen, Rickmansworth)

Denominations: 3½p, 8p, 10p, 11p

Stamp Theme: Postal History / Airmail / Centenary

Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Addressed To: Mr. N.M. Robinson, Harrogate

Condition Description: Clean overall with light age marks; includes original Mercury order form.

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Valuation & Pricing

Current Market Range (as of 2025):

Standard UPU 1974 FDCs: £3–£6

Mercury cachet variants (private issue): £5–£10 depending on condition and clarity of postmark.

With original order slip: can add +£1–£2 for completeness.

✅ Recommended Valuation: £7–£9 retail value.

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Recommended Pricing

Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £8.95

Auction Option:

Start Price: £4.99

Duration: 7 days

Description (for listing body)

> Commemorative First Day Cover celebrating the Centenary of the Universal Postal Union (1874–1974). Issued 12 June 1974 with Harrogate, Yorkshire cancellation. Features four stamps illustrating postal and airmail history (3½p P&O packet ship 1888, 8p airmail van 1930, 9p biplane 1911, 10p flying boat 1937).

Produced by Mercury (Harry Allen, Rickmansworth), this is a fine vintage collectible. Addressed to Mr. N.M. Robinson, Harrogate. Includes original Mercury trade price order slip – a nice extra for collectors.

A clean and genuine piece of postal history – ideal for stamp or philatelic enthusiasts.

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