B162-GB 1986 Halley’s Comet 17p Mint Block of 6 – MNH Unmounted Original Gum R

Title

GB 1986 Halley’s Comet 17p Mint Block of 6 – MNH Unmounted Original Gum – Rare Harrison Printing

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Category

Stamps > Great Britain > Elizabeth II (1952-Now) > Commemorative > 1980s

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Condition

Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

Original gum, unmounted.

Crisp perforations and clean margins.

Stored in protective sleeve, no toning or folds.

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Item specifics

Attribute Detail

Issue Year 1986

Country/Region of Manufacture United Kingdom

Denomination 17p

Topic Halley’s Comet, Astronomy

Quality Mint Never Hinged / Unmounted Mint

Printing Harrison & Sons

Format Block of 6 (Left margin with plate numbers and color guide)

Certification Uncertified

Grade XF/Superb

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Description

Beautiful block of six Great Britain 1986 “Halley’s Comet” 17p commemorative stamps featuring the artwork by David Gentleman.

Includes the left margin with color guide (IA–IG) and Harrison printer’s imprint, making it a premium collectible piece.

Perfect for philatelists, space enthusiasts, or collectors of GB commemoratives.

Reverse shows original unmounted gum (see photos).

A fine and bright example of this sought-after issue marking Halley’s Comet’s 1986 return.

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Valuation

Single MNH 17p stamp typically sells: £1.50–£2.50

Full blocks (especially with margin + imprint): £12–£20 retail

Estimated collector’s value: £15–£18

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Auction Option

Start price: £8.99

Duration: 7 days

No reserve, optional Buy It Now £17.99