A625-“Royal Mail First Day Cover ‘Christmas 1985 Pantomime’ 19 Nov 1985 UK Sta

Title:
“Royal Mail First Day Cover ‘Christmas 1985 – Pantomime’ 19 Nov 1985 UK Stamps Mint FDC”
Category:
Collectables → Stamps & Postal History → Postal History → Covers & FDCs (UK)
Condition:
Pre-owned (Vintage 1985). First Day Cover, stamps appear unused/unposted, postmarked 19 Nov 1985 (first day of issue) per listing. Envelope shows minor age-toning/spots at back (see photo). Excellent overall display condition.
Item Specifics:
Year of Issue: 1985
Issue Date: 19 November 1985 
Issued by: Royal Mail (United Kingdom)
Theme: Christmas – Pantomime Characters (values 12p, 17p, 22p, 31p, 34p) 
Format: First Day Cover (FDC)
Cancellation: First Day of Issue postmark
Condition Description: See photos for small foxing spots on back, front stamps/postmark crisp, envelope intact flap.
Price & Valuation:
Based on recent market listings:
Individual stamp set valuations: the full set of 5 stamps (Mint) is listed around £1.50 in a stamp price-list. 
Comparable FDC listings: one listing on eBay shows a similar FDC for approx US$4.61 (≈ £3.60) for “vintage First Day Cover” condition. 
Presentation packs of the same issue list around £1.90 on eBay for mint. 
Given condition (vintage cover, some foxing/spots), I’d estimate a reasonable listing (ask) price of around £10-£15 (or slightly higher if presentation is excellent) and a lower auction starting price around £5.
Recommended Listing Price: £12.00 Buy It Now.
Auction Option: Start auction at £5.00 with no reserve (or minimal reserve £8.00) for 7 days.
Additional Notes / Seller Tips:
Include clear photos of the front (stamps + postmarks), back (showing condition) and envelope flap.
Highlight the first-day cancellation and the full set of five stamps.
Mention any minor flaws (foxing/spots) to set buyer expectations and help avoid returns.
If shipping internationally, note extra cost/duties, and pack securely (cover + board + padded envelope) to protect stamps/cover.
Consider combining listing with related UK first day covers or stamp sets if you have more to attract collectors.
Use relevant keywords in description: “Royal Mail”, “Christmas 1985”, “Pantomime”, “First Day Cover”, “FDC”, “UK stamps”, “collectible”.
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