A645- 1976 Bicentennial of American Independence First Day Cover Benjamin Fran

🏷 Title
1976 Bicentennial of American Independence First Day Cover – Benjamin Franklin 11p Stamp (Edinburgh Postmark)
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📁 Category
Stamps > Great Britain > Covers > First Day Covers (1971-Now)
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💎 Condition
Very Good (VG) – Clean envelope, minor age toning on reverse, unsealed flap, includes original printed insert card featuring biography of Benjamin Franklin.
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📋 Item Specifics
Issue: The Bicentennial of American Independence (1776–1976)
Date of Issue: 2 June 1976
Postmark: Philatelic Bureau, Edinburgh (Liberty Bell design)
Stamp: 11p Benjamin Franklin commemorative stamp
Designer: Philip Sharland (stamp), Dr. Denis Judd (insert author)
Manufacturer: Harrison & Sons Ltd
Dimensions: Standard First Day Cover size (approx. 162 × 114 mm)
Inclusion: Original printed insert card on Benjamin Franklin
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Theme: American Independence Bicentennial, Benjamin Franklin, Historical Figures
Era: QEII Decimal (1971–Now)
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💰 Valuation
Current market value (based on similar FDC sales, 2024–2025):
Typical range: £2.50 – £4.00
Mint condition examples: Up to £5.00
With insert (as yours): Around £4.50 value
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💡 Recommended eBay Listing Price
Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £4.49
Auction Option:
Starting Bid: £2.49
Duration: 7 days
Expected Final Range: £3.50 – £5.00
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📝 Recommended Description
Celebrate a key moment in both British and American philatelic history with this 1976 Bicentennial of American Independence First Day Cover, issued by the British Post Office on 2 June 1976.
Features an 11p Benjamin Franklin stamp and a Liberty Bell Edinburgh postmark, commemorating the 200th anniversary of U.S. independence.
Includes the original printed information card detailing Franklin’s life and contribution.
Perfect for collectors of British FDCs, American history, or Benjamin Franklin memorabilia.
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