B186-GB 1984 British Council “Promoting the Arts” 22p Stamp Block Violinist –

Title

🇬🇧 GB 1984 British Council “Promoting the Arts” 22p Stamp Block – Violinist – MNH (Harrison Printing)

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Category

Stamps > Great Britain > Elizabeth II (1952-Now) > Commemoratives

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Condition

Mint Never Hinged (MNH) – pristine condition, full original gum, no marks or damage. Unmounted, block of six with selvedge showing colour registration marks and “HARRISON” imprint.

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Item specifics

Attribute Detail

Country/Region of Manufacture United Kingdom

Issued Year 1984

Denomination 22p

Theme Arts / Music / British Council

Format Block of 6 with left margin

Perforation Standard perforation

Printing Harrison & Sons Ltd

Gum Original, unmounted mint

Grade Superb

Topic Violin, British Council, Music

Certification Uncertified

Era Elizabeth II

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Description

Beautiful unmounted mint block of six 22p commemorative stamps issued by the British Post Office in 1984 to celebrate The British Council – Promoting the Arts.

Depicts a young violinist with a background of musical notation.

Left selvedge with colour guide, Harrison imprint, and plate markings visible — a desirable feature for collectors.

Perfect for philatelists of modern British commemoratives or music-themed issues.

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Valuation

Individual stamp (MNH) typically sells for £1.50–£2.00 each.

Block of 6 with margin and printer imprint: collector premium ×1.5–2.0.

Fair market value: £9–£12.

Strong collector/album value (with colour registration marks): up to £15.

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Recommended eBay Listing Price

Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £14.95

or Best Offer enabled: accept offers from £10.00+

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Auction Option (if preferred)

Starting bid: £7.99

Duration: 7 days

Expected final sale: £10–£14 depending on bidder interest and visibility.

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