A586-Good King Wenceslas Christmas 1973 Royal Mail First Day Cover Stamps by D

🏷️ Title
Good King Wenceslas Christmas 1973 Royal Mail First Day Cover – Stamps by David Gentleman
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📂 Category
Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers > 1971-Now > Christmas
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🧾 Condition
Very Good – Light age toning and minimal edge wear. Envelope clean, clear postmarks dated 28 NOV 1973 (Edinburgh). Includes original insert sheet with carol lyrics and history.
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📋 Item Specifics
Issue: Good King Wenceslas
Date of Issue: 28 November 1973
Stamp Denominations: 3p x 4, 3½p x 1
Designer: David Gentleman RDI
Postmark: First Day of Issue – Edinburgh
Envelope Type: Post Office official FDC
Insert Included: Yes – “Good King Wenceslas” Christmas Carol text & details
Addressee: Typed – Mr F.W. Bradshaw, Reading, Berks
Condition: Light handling wear only, clean overall
Country: United Kingdom
Era: Decimal (1971–Now)
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💰 Valuation & Recommended Price
Estimated Collector’s Value: £4.00 – £7.00
Typical Retail (Dealer): £8.00 – £10.00
Recommended Listing Price (Buy It Now): £8.95
Recommended Auction Starting Price: £4.99