A587-1953-1978The Coronation” Commemorative Cover First Day Issue UK Washingto

Title:
1953-1978 “The Coronation” Commemorative Cover First Day Issue UK Washington Liverpool Postmark
Category:
Collectables → Stamps & Postcards → Covers & Postal History → First Day Covers
Condition:
Pre-owned collectible cover. Some age-toning and minor edge wear visible (see photos). Postage stamp and postmark intact. Overall good condition for age.
Item Specifics:
Issue: “The Coronation” 1953-1978 Commemorative Cover
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Date of Issue: 31 MAY (Liverpool post-mark)
Theme: Royalty / Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
Features: Commemorative cover, “First Day of Issue” hand-cachet, illustrated design showing State Coach & Westminster Abbey.
Colour: Multicolour illustration on white cover envelope
Size/Format: Standard envelope size (window style)
Cancellation: Liverpool 31 M … (1978) – clear postmark
Return/Undelivered Address: “The Spastics Society W1N 4EQ” on flap
Notes: Collector’s item, not used for mailing (no address to recipient). Slight toning at edges consistent with age.
Valuation / Price Recommendation:
Based on similar listings: many first day covers from the UK coronation era sell for low single-digit to low double-digit UK Pounds. For example, some FDCs of the 1953 coronation are listed around £5-£10.  Given the condition (visible toning, minor wear) and the fact it appears to have been kept rather than mailed, a fair market value might be £8 to £15.
Recommended Listing Price:
I would recommend setting a Buy It Now price of £14.99 to give room for negotiation and cover shipping/handling.
Auction Option:
You could also offer an auction starting at £4.99 with a 7-day duration, with “Buy It Now” option at £14.99 (if you want to allow a quick sale). This gives flexibility and can attract bidders.
Shipping & Handling:
Offer standard UK shipping (e.g., Royal Mail 2nd Class) and consider shipping internationally with tracking (buyer pays additional). Ensure it's packaged in a protective cover with board backing to avoid bending.
Additional Notes for Listing:
Mention explicitly that the item is for collectors of royal memorabilia and philately.
Provide detailed photos (front, back, close-up of postmark, condition issues).
Highlight that although the item is in good collectible condition, the minor toning and wear reflect its age.
Encourage questions from buyers about condition.
It may help to title the listing with keywords like “Queen Elizabeth II”, “Coronation 25th Anniversary”, “Royal Mail commemorative”, “First Day Cover”.
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