A638-Philympia 1970 London International Stamp Exhibition First Day Cover Penn

🏷 Title
Philympia 1970 London International Stamp Exhibition First Day Cover – Penny Black 5d Stamp – London 24 Sept 1970
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📂 Category
Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers (1953-Now)
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⚙️ Condition
Very Good (VG) – Clean cover and insert, minor natural aging, clear postmark, no tears or bends.
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📋 Item Specifics
AttributeDetails
EventPhilympia 1970 – London International Stamp Exhibition
Issue Date24 September 1970
Stamp Value5d (Five Pence)
Stamp DesignReproduction of the 1840 “Penny Black”
Postmark“Philympia Great Britain Day – London 24 Sept 1970”
DesignerDavid Gentleman
PrinterHarrison & Sons Ltd
InclusionOfficial information insert card
AddresseeTyped addressed (Karl David Makinson, Berkhamsted, Herts)
Envelope TypeOfficial GPO issue with exhibition logo and text panel
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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💰 Valuation
SourceApproximate Market Value (2025)
eBay sold listings£4.50 – £7.00
Stamp dealer catalogues£6.00 (standard example)
Mint/Unaddressed variantup to £10.00
With original insert (as yours)£7.00 – £8.50
Estimated Fair Value: £7.50
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💡 Recommended Listing Format
Fixed Price (Buy It Now): £8.99
(Includes slight premium for good condition + insert)
Auction Option: Start at £4.99, 7-day duration