B156-C.S. Lewis 34p British Postage Stamps Sheet (1998) Photograph by Howard C

Title:

C.S. Lewis 34p British Postage Stamps Sheet (1998) – Photograph by Howard Coster – Mint Unused

Category:

> Stamps › Great Britain › Elizabeth II › Decimal (1971-Now) › Mint Sheets

Condition:

> Mint – Never Hinged / Unused (Original Gum Intact)

Item Specifics:

Face Value: 34 Pence

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Issue Year: 1998

Subject: C.S. Lewis (Author of The Chronicles of Narnia)

Photographer: Howard Coster

Format: Mini Sheet (Block of 6)

Denomination: 34p

Printer: Harrison & Sons

Theme: Literature / Authors / Great Britain

Postmark: Unused / Mint

Region: Great Britain

Era: Elizabeth II (Decimal)

Description:

This listing is for a mint, never hinged block of six C.S. Lewis 34p British stamps, issued in 1998 as part of the “Great Britons” series. The design features a photograph by Howard Coster, depicting Lewis writing at his desk.

Printed by Harrison & Sons, this block includes the left-hand margin with color registration marks and plate numbers, making it particularly desirable for collectors.

Perfect condition — clean gum, no bends, tears, or handling marks.

An excellent collectible item celebrating one of the UK’s most beloved authors.

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💷 Valuation & Pricing Guidance

Type Estimated Value Recommended eBay Price

Retail (Dealer Valuation) £8–£12 —

Private Collector / Realised Sales £6–£9 —

Recommended eBay Buy It Now — £9.95

Starting Auction Price — £4.99 (7-day auction)

Valuation Summary:

Mint C.S. Lewis 34p sheets are moderately sought after among British decimal collectors, particularly when complete with margins and numbering. Current eBay sold listings (2024–2025) typically close between £6 and £10 depending on centering and sheet position.