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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