B180-sle of Man 18401990 The Penny Black 150th Anniversary CommemorativeStamp

Title:

Isle of Man 1840–1990 The Penny Black 150th Anniversary Commemorative Stamp Sheet MNH #004548

Category:

> Stamps → British Colonies & Territories → Isle of Man → Commemorative Issues

Condition:

> Mint Never Hinged (MNH) — Excellent condition. Original gum intact, no bends or marks. Stored carefully in protective sleeve.

Description:

Celebrate the history of the world’s first adhesive postage stamp with this official Isle of Man commemorative miniature sheet issued in 1990 to mark the 150th anniversary of the Penny Black (1840–1990).

Printed by Enschede Holland and designed by C. Corlett, this sheet features five classic designs including:

The Wyon Medal (1p)

William Wyon’s Penny Half Ounce (32p)

Perkins Bacon engraved die proof (34p)

The Penny Black, May 6th 1840 (1p)

The Twopence Blue, May 1840 (37p)

Numbered sheet: 004548.

A beautiful collectible for philatelists and British postal history enthusiasts alike.

Item Specifics:

Issue Year: 1990

Country: Isle of Man

Theme: Postal History / Queen Victoria / Penny Black Anniversary

Denominations: 1p, 32p, 34p, 37p

Format: Miniature Sheet / Souvenir Sheet

Gum: Original gum (MNH)

Printing: Enschede Holland

Designer: C. Corlett

Perforation: As issued

Serial Number: 004548

Condition Notes:

Mint condition with full gum, unmounted.

Light handling wear on sheet edge only.

Reverse side clean and intact.

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💷 Valuation & Pricing

Type Recommended Description

Estimated Market Value £6–£10 Based on recent eBay & Delcampe sales of similar 1990 Isle of Man Penny Black sheets in MNH condition.

Recommended eBay Listing (Buy It Now) £8.95 Competitive fixed price to attract collectors while maintaining fair value.

Auction Option (Starting Bid) £4.99 Good starting bid to encourage interest and bidding activity.