A650-1971 GB General Anniversaries First Day Cover Cotswold Covers – York, Rug

📦 Title
1971 GB General Anniversaries First Day Cover – Cotswold Covers – York, Rugby & British Legion
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📂 Category
Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers (1953–Now) > Commemorative
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🧾 Description
Beautiful 1971 "General Anniversaries" First Day Cover issued on 25th August 1971, postmarked London, S.W.C.
Issued by Cotswold Covers, this collectible features three commemorative stamps marking historic British anniversaries:
7½p “City of York – 1900th Anniversary”
3p “British Legion – 50th Anniversary”
9p “Rugby Football – 100th Anniversary”
Envelope printed with gold highlights and line drawings of York Minster, Rugby School, and The Cenotaph.
Embossed Cotswold Cover design on reverse.
A fine, clean example with clear cancellation mark — ideal for philatelic collectors or as a gift for British history enthusiasts.
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🪙 Condition
Very Good / Excellent
Clean front and reverse
Slight age toning near top right edge (see photos)
No tears, bends, or writing
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📋 Item Specifics
FeatureDetail
Issue Date25 August 1971
IssuerRoyal Mail (Great Britain)
TypeFirst Day Cover
ThemeAnniversaries / British History
ProducerCotswold Covers
PostmarkLondon S.W.C.
CurrencyPre-decimal (Pence)
Stamp DesignsCity of York, British Legion, Rugby Football
Year1971
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💷 Valuation & Recommended Price
Collector Market Value (2024): £3.50 – £6.00 (based on eBay UK & philatelic sales)
Recommended eBay Buy It Now Price: £5.99
Recommended Auction Starting Bid: £2.99
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💡 Recommendation
List as Buy It Now £5.99 with Best Offer option.
For auction, start at £2.99 for better engagement; FDC collectors often bid on these commemoratives.
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