A552-1986 Swiss First Day Cover (FDC) – Europa Stamp Ernest Ansermet by Hans E

📦 Title
1986 Swiss First Day Cover (FDC) – Europa Stamp – Ernest Ansermet by Hans Erni – Ronco Sopra Ascona Cancellation
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🗂️ Category
Stamps > Europe > Switzerland > First Day Covers (FDCs)
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🧾 Condition
Excellent (Unused/Mint)
Envelope is clean, crisp, and unaddressed aside from printed details. Postmark and stamp are clear and sharp.
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📌 Item Specifics
AttributeDetails
Country/Region of ManufactureSwitzerland
Issue Date9 June 1986
Postmark LocationRonco Sopra Ascona, Ticino, Switzerland
ThemeEuropa / Cultural Figures
Stamp DesignerHans Erni
Stamp SubjectErnest Ansermet (Conductor)
Stamp Denomination90 Rp (HELVETIA)
Cancellation DesignChiesa S. Martino illustration
Language(s)German, French, Italian
TypeFirst Day Cover (FDC)
Special FeatureAdvertising Cancellation (“Werbestempel”) illustration
MaterialPaper
DimensionsApprox. 16 x 11 cm
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💰 Valuation
Based on current collector market trends for Swiss FDCs from the 1980s, especially Europa issues:
Estimated Collector Value: £4 – £8
If sold individually on eBay: £5.50 average sale price
Higher value if sold as part of a set or in pristine presentation album.
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💡 Recommended Listing Details
eBay Buy It Now Price: £7.95
Auction Starting Bid: £3.99
Duration: 7 days
illustration enhance the philatelic value.
The Werbestempel (advertising cancel) makes it a special thematic item — desirable for topical collections.
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