A476- “Special Commemorative Cover – The Christening of PrinceWilliam ofWales

Title:

“Special Commemorative Cover – The Christening of Prince William of Wales 4 Aug 1982 – Limited Edition of 400 Covers”

Category:

Collectibles → Philately & Postal History → Covers, FDCs & Postal Cards → Commemorative Covers

Condition:

“Excellent used condition” (assuming the cover appears clean, with original stamp and postmark, minimal wear, no tears or major creases; adjust if there are any flaws)

Item Specifics:

Event: Christening of Prince William of Wales (4 August 1982)

Edition: Limited Edition of 400 Covers (as printed on front)

Stamp: UK 25p commemorative stamp featuring Prince Charles & Princess Diana

Postmark: “Christening of Wales, 4th August 1982, London S.W.1” (as per photo)

Publisher/Producer: (If known — check the small “Cotswold Marshfield Wills” label on front)

Format: Cover/envelope, unused (no contents)

Country/Region of Manufacture: UK

Certification: None (unless you have a certificate)

Packaging & provenance: (Mention protective sleeve, stored flat, etc.)

Price & Valuation:

My valuation: £10–£20 approx — given limited demand and previous comparables.

Recommended eBay “Buy It Now” price: £18.00 (to allow for negotiation).

Auction option: Start at £5.00 (no reserve) — this attracts bidders, with a soft “Buy It Now” option at £18.00 for quick sale.

Recommended Listing Strategy:

Set the listing duration to 7 days.

Include high-quality photos of the front, back, close-up of stamp/postmark, the “limited edition of 400 covers” inscription, and any minor flaws.

In the description emphasise: “Limited edition of 400”; “Issued 4 August 1982, London SW1 postmark”; “Excellent preserved condition; kept flat and protected”.