#B231-“South Australia Queen Victoria Postage Set 1s / 3d / 4d / 6d / 9d / 10d
Title
“South Australia Queen Victoria Postage Set 1s / 3d / 4d / 6d / 9d / 10d — classic colonial issues”
(I shortened “pence” to “d” and “shilling” to “s” to save space, but you may want full words depending on your target buyers.)
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Category
Collectibles → Stamps → Australia & Oceania → Australia → States & Territories → South Australia
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Condition
Mixed set; some used / cancelled, some presumably unused or heavily toned.
Several have hinge remnants or gum disturbance (especially on back).
One (1 shilling) appears to have a “perfin” (punched holes).
Some discoloration and toning visible.
Overall grade: “Fair to Good” (or “Used / light hinged / disturbed gum”)
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Item Specifics
Spec Value
Country / Region of Manufacture South Australia (colonial)
Issue / Series Queen Victoria “Postage” set
Denominations Included 1s, 3d, 4d, 6d, 9d, 10d
Condition Mixed used / unused, some hinge / toning / gum issues
Cancellation Type Handstamp on used ones
Perforation / Format Standard perforated single stamps
Certification Not certified (seller’s description)
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Valuation / Price Guidance
Reference & Catalog Values
The 1906-12 South Australia SG 303b (1s) is catalogued at £7 in standard catalogues.
A mint (mounted) South Australia 1868 1s “Large Star” is listed at £60 in a dealer’s listing (catalog value ~£200)
A recent eBay listing of a “South Australia One Shilling Queen Victoria” (used) offered at US $324.95 (~£260-£280 depending on rate)
Given the mixed condition of your set, toning, used / hinge damage, and that several are lower-value denominations, a realistic estimate might put your entire set (all six stamps) in the £20–£70 range depending on buyer interest and how presentable the set is.
If one of the stamps is rare or in much better condition than the rest, you might extract more. But as a bundle, conservative pricing is safer.
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Recommended Listing Price & Format
Buy It Now (BIN): £45
This gives you some margin above costs and room for negotiation.
Auction Option: Start at £15 or £20, no reserve (or a low reserve), with “Best Offer” enabled. Use a 7- to 10-day listing to maximize exposure.
You could also list BIN + Best Offer, or BIN + Auction separate listings.
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Listing Text (Suggested Description)
> Up for sale is a classic colonial South Australia Queen Victoria “Postage” set including denominations 1 shilling, 3d, 4d, 6d, 9d & 10d. Some are used / cancelled, some show light hinging and toning. The 1s has punched “perfin” holes.
These are original late 19th / early 20th century issues from the South Australian postal era. Great for display or completion of a states collection.
Please review all photos carefully. There is some gum disturbance, toning, and hinge remnants. No certification is included.
Terms & Shipping:
• Ships worldwide (buyer pays shipping)
• Combined shipping if you buy multiple lots
