A719-1994 First British Self-Adhesive Postage Stamp Cover with Letter Rare Que

Title:
1994 First British Self-Adhesive Postage Stamp Cover with Letter – Rare Queen Elizabeth II Philatelic Item
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Category:
Stamps → Great Britain → Covers → Elizabeth II (1952-Now) → Postal History
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Condition:
Used – Good vintage condition. The envelope shows age-related yellowing and light handling marks. The letter is clean, typed and signed, dated 1st May 1994. Stamp and postmark (Croydon, 3 May 1994) are clear and legible.
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Item Specifics:
Type: Philatelic Cover with Original Correspondence
Stamp Issue: 1st Class Queen Elizabeth II (Experimental Self-Adhesive, 1994)
Postmark Date: 3rd May 1994
Origin: Croydon, England
Addressee: B. Mackinson Esq., Hemel Hempstead
Additional Info: Accompanied by a typed and signed letter describing this as one of the first British self-adhesive stamp trials from Southampton, later withdrawn due to defects.
Theme: Royal Mail / Postal History / Stamp Errors / Queen Elizabeth II
Colour: Orange 1st Class Machin
Era: Modern (Elizabeth II)
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Description:
A highly collectible 1994 British philatelic cover featuring the first ever self-adhesive postage stamp issued by the Royal Mail.
This example includes its original letter, dated 1st May 1994, referencing the experimental Southampton issue withdrawn due to a printing or adhesive defect — making surviving examples particularly rare.
Postmarked Croydon, 3rd May 1994, and addressed to Hemel Hempstead. An excellent piece of modern postal history and a unique addition to any Queen Elizabeth II or Royal Mail collection.
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Valuation & Recommended Price:
Estimated Collector Valuation: £40–£60 (based on rarity and historical interest; higher if authenticated by a philatelic expert)
Recommended eBay Buy It Now Price: £49.99
Recommended Starting Bid (Auction): £24.99
Postage: Royal Mail Signed For 1st Class (£2.85 UK)
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Auction Option (Suggested):
Starting Price: £24.99
Duration: 7 days
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