B48-1963 GB QEII Stamps Ninth Internationa Life-Boat Conference Set Gipsy Moth
Title:
1963 GB QEII Stamps – Ninth International Life-Boat Conference Set + Gipsy Moth IV Yacht – MNH
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Category:
Stamps → Great Britain → Elizabeth II (1952–Now) → Commemorative
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Condition:
Mint Never Hinged (MNH) – Excellent condition, vivid colours, sharp perforations, no marks or folds.
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Item Specifics:
Issue Year: 1963
Series: Ninth International Life-Boat Conference
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Denominations: 4d, 2½d, 1/6d, 1/9d
Designer: Harrison & Sons / Goaman
Subject: Lifeboats, Helicopter Rescue, Gipsy Moth IV, Crew in Oilskins
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (Post Office Fresh)
Format: Set of 4
Era: Elizabeth II
Features: Commemorative, Decimal Precursor Issues
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Description:
Complete set of four 1963 Great Britain commemorative stamps marking the Ninth International Life-Boat Conference. Includes designs featuring lifeboats, helicopter rescue, and lifeboatmen in oilskins — plus the separate Gipsy Moth IV (1/9d) issue celebrating Sir Francis Chichester’s yacht.
Beautifully preserved, Mint Never Hinged (MNH) condition. A great addition for any Royal Mail or maritime-themed stamp collection.
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Valuation (as of 2025 market):
Individual Values (approx.):
4d Life-Boat Conference: £1.50
2½d Life-Boat Conference: £1.50
1/6d Life-Boat Conference: £2.50
1/9d Gipsy Moth IV: £2.50
Total Estimated Catalogue Value: £7–£8
Collector Market Valuation (MNH set): £6–£10
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Recommended eBay Pricing:
Buy It Now (Fixed Price): £8.95
Auction Start Price: £3.99 (7-day auction recommended)
Postage: £1.50 (Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter, protected envelope)
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Recommended Keywords for Listing:
GB QEII stamps, 1963 lifeboat conference, RNLI, British commemorative stamps, maritime stamps, Gipsy Moth IV, Goaman design, MNH, Royal Mail vintage stamps.

