A723-Franz Josef Strauß 80th Birthday 1995 Germany First Day Cover (FDC) Bonn

🏷️ Title:
Franz Josef Strauß 80th Birthday 1995 Germany First Day Cover (FDC) Bonn 1 Postmark
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📂 Category:
Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Covers > First Day Covers (FDCs)
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🧾 Condition:
Used – Excellent condition (clean envelope, clear postmark, no tears or stains)
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📋 Item specifics:
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Issue Date: 06.09.1995
Occasion: 80th Birthday of Franz Josef Strauß (1915–1988)
Stamp Value: 100 Pfennig
Postmark Location: BONN 1 (53111)
Design Theme: Political Figures / German Statesmen
Publisher: Deutsche Post
Catalogue Reference: Michel FDC No. 31/1995 (Künstler-Ersttagsbrief)
Back Text: Biography and historical background of Franz Josef Strauß
Language: German
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💰 Valuation:
Typical market value for similar German commemorative FDCs:
Low range: £4.99
Average: £7.50
High (mint / collector demand): £10–£12
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💡 Recommended eBay Listing Price:
Buy It Now: £7.99
Best Offer: Enabled
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🔨 Auction Option:
Starting bid: £4.99
Duration: 7 days
Postage: £1.99 (UK) / £4.99 (International)
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📝 Description (for listing):
Commemorative First Day Cover issued by Deutsche Post on 6 September 1995 to celebrate the 80th birthday of Franz Josef Strauß (1915–1988), one of Germany’s most influential political figures and former Bavarian Minister-President.
Features:
Official BONN 1 (53111) cancellation dated 06.09.1995
High-quality 100 Pfennig commemorative stamp
Original Künstler-Ersttagsbrief (Artist First Day Cover) issue No. 31/1995
Includes biographical text on reverse
An excellent collectible for philatelists and enthusiasts of German political history.
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