A498-Alexandra Palace 1990 First Day Cover – Stamp World London Exhibition Vic
Title:
Alexandra Palace 1990 First Day Cover – Stamp World London Exhibition – Victorian Heritage Postmark
Category:
Stamps → Great Britain → First Day Covers → 1971–Now → Commemoratives
Condition:
Used (Excellent condition – no tears, folds, or stains. Stamp and postmark crisp and clear. Envelope clean front and back.)
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📋 Item Specifics
Issue: Alexandra Palace Stamp World Exhibition
Date of Issue: 6 March 1990
Postmark: Alexandra Palace, London N22 – “Victorian Heritage”
Stamp Value: 20p
Stamp Design: Alexandra Palace – Stamp World London 1990
Designer / Producer: CoverCraft for Alexandra Palace
Location: Wood Green, London N22 4AY
Theme: Historical Buildings, Exhibitions, Architecture
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Era: Queen Elizabeth II
Cancellation Type: Commemorative Handstamp
Envelope Size: Approx. DL (220 x 110 mm)
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💬 Description
This official First Day Cover celebrates the Stamp World London 1990 Exhibition, held at Alexandra Palace, marking the 150th anniversary of the world’s first stamp — the Penny Black.
Issued on 6 March 1990, the envelope bears the 20p Alexandra Palace commemorative stamp, cancelled with the matching “Victorian Heritage” postmark. The cover was produced by CoverCraft for Alexandra Palace, featuring historical artwork of the original building opened in 1873.
A fine collectible for lovers of British philately, Victorian architecture, or Alexandra Palace memorabilia.
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💷 Valuation and Pricing
Type Recommended Price (£) Rationale
Retail / Buy It Now £5.99 – £8.99 Typical range for Alexandra Palace 1990 FDCs in excellent condition
Auction Start Price £3.99 Encourages bidding activity while preserving value
Estimated Market Value ~£6.50 Based on recent eBay and philatelic dealer sales for similar 1990 Stamp World covers
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💡 Recommended Listing Format
Listing Type: Auction (with Buy It Now option)
Auction Starting Price: £3.99
Buy It Now Price: £7.50
Duration: 7 days
