A643-County Cricket 1873–1973 First Day Cover (FDC) – GB Commemorative Stamps, I

🏷 Title

County Cricket 1873–1973 First Day Cover (FDC) – GB Commemorative Stamps, Issued 16 May 1973

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📂 Category

Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers (1971–Now) > Commemorative

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🧾 Condition

Very Good (VG) – Clean envelope with clear postmark (Philatelic Bureau, Edinburgh), sharp colors on stamps, no visible creases or tears.

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📋 Item Specifics

Issue: County Cricket Centenary 1873–1973

Date of Issue: 16 May 1973

Country: Great Britain (UK)

Postmark: Philatelic Bureau, Edinburgh

Stamps Included:

3p Brown – Batsman

7½p Green – Bowler

9p Blue – Batsman Walking

Designer: Edward Ripley

Engraving / Printing: Harrison & Sons Ltd

Series Theme: A Hundred Years of County Cricket

Special Insert: Information card written by John Arlott included (explains history and design)

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💰 Valuation

Estimated Collector Value: £5 – £8 (depending on condition and buyer interest)

Market Range: Sold examples on eBay between £4.50 – £10.00

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💡 Recommended

Best suited for:

✅ Cricket enthusiasts

✅ British postal history collectors

✅ Sports-themed philatelic collectors

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Buy It Now: £7.95

Postage: £1.95 (Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter – Protected Sleeve)

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🎯 Auction Option

Starting Bid: £4.99

Duration: 7 days

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