A627- 1978 British Architecture “Historic Buildings” First Day Cover Tower of

Title
1978 British Architecture “Historic Buildings” First Day Cover – Tower of London, Hampton Court, Caernarfon, Holyrood – Royal Palaces Stamps
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Category
Stamps → Great Britain → First Day Covers (1951–Now)
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Condition
Very Good (VG)
Light age-related yellowing and minor surface marks.
Unaddressed and complete with original information insert.
Stamps and postmark (“1 March 1978, London EC, First Day of Issue”) are clear and crisp.
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Item Specifics
Issue Date: 1 March 1978
Series: British Architecture – Historic Buildings
Theme: Historic Buildings / Royal Palaces
Stamps Included:
9p Tower of London
10½p Holyrood Palace
11p Caernarfon Castle
13p Hampton Court Palace
Postmark: London EC – First Day of Issue
Designer: Ronald Maddox
Printing: Harrison & Sons
Size: Approx. 220mm x 110mm
Insert Card: Included (historical details of the issue)
Format: Post Office Official First Day Cover
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
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Valuation
Market comparison: £4–£7 (based on recent 2024 sales of similar Royal Palaces FDCs).
Collector value: May reach up to £8–£10 in excellent condition or with clear cachet.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £7.99
or
Auction Starting Price: £4.99
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Recommended Listing Options
Auction Duration: 7 days
Postage: Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter (£1.50 UK)
Returns: Accept 30 days (buyer pays return postage)
Category Tags: “British Architecture FDC,” “Historic Buildings,” “Tower of London Stamps,” “Royal Palaces 1978”
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