A600-Great Britain 1986 Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference” 34p
Title:
Great Britain 1986 “Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference” 34p Stamp First Day Cover – 19 Aug 1986 Edinburgh
Category:
Stamps & Postal History → Great Britain → First Day Covers
Condition:
“Excellent – unmounted, crisp envelope, clear first-day cancellation from 19 August 1986 (Edinburgh). Minimal wear, no obvious creases or stains.”
Item Specifics:
Issue Date: 19 August 1986
Stamp Value: 34p (34 pence)
Theme: Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference 1986
Format: First Day Cover (FDC) with special pictorial cancellation
Designer: John Gibbs (stamp)
Printer: The House of Questa
Envelope/Cachet: “ROYAL MAIL FIRST DAY COVER” & specialises “Stanley Gibbons Ltd 399 Strand London” label as shown in photos
Region: United Kingdom
Issue number/reference: SG 1335 for the stamp (as found)
Price & Valuation:
Based on recent listings, similar covers appear listed around £3,000 on specialist sites (though actual sale prices may be lower)
A more realistic market expectation might be £10–£30 in a general eBay auction depending on demand and condition.
Recommended eBay Listing Price:
I suggest a “Buy It Now” price of £25 with free shipping (or adjust shipping cost) to attract philatelists and stamp collectors.
Auction Option:
You may also list it as an auction with a starting bid of £5 (no reserve) and a 7-day duration. This can stimulate bidding and help gauge interest.
Tip to highlight in the listing:
Emphasise the genuine first-day cancellation and neat condition.
Mention that this is a collectible cover from the 32nd Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference, and reference the designer and printer for added provenance.
Include several clear photos of the full cover, front & back, and the cancellation close-up.
Consider adding “Stanley Gibbons Ltd.” label provenance to demonstrate authenticity.
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