B8- 1963 Red Cross Centenary Congress GB Commemorative Stamps Blocks (3d, 1/3
🏷️ Title
1963 Red Cross Centenary Congress GB Commemorative Stamps Blocks (3d, 1/3, 1/6) MNH Queen Elizabeth II
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📁 Category
Stamps → Great Britain → Elizabeth II (1952-Now) → Commemoratives
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💎 Condition
Mint Never Hinged (MNH) — Unused, full original gum, excellent condition with marginal numbers visible.
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📋 Item Specifics
Attribute Details
Issue Year 1963
Country/Region of Manufacture Great Britain
Denominations 3d (Purple), 1/3 (Grey), 1/6 (Blue)
Event Red Cross Centenary Congress
Designer/Subject Queen Elizabeth II & Red Cross Symbol
Format Blocks of 4 (Plate Numbers Visible)
Quality Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Gum Original Gum
Certification Uncertified
Colour Multicolour (Purple, Grey, Blue, Red Cross)
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💰 Valuation & Price Recommendation (as of 2025)
Stamp Block Typical Market Value eBay Selling Price (Buy It Now) Auction Starting Price
3d Purple Block (Plate 533459) £3–£5 £5.99 £2.99
1/3 Grey Block (Plate 051048) £4–£6 £6.49 £3.49
1/6 Blue Block (Plate 093997) £6–£9 £8.99 £4.99
Set of All Three (as shown) £13–£18 £15.99 Buy It Now £9.99 (Auction Start)**
💡 Recommendation: List as a set of 3 complete mint blocks — this will appeal to collectors seeking the full 1963 Red Cross issue and can fetch a premium.
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📝 Description
Celebrate a piece of British philatelic history with this complete trio of 1963 Red Cross Centenary Congress commemorative stamp blocks. Each features Queen Elizabeth II alongside the iconic Red Cross emblem, issued to mark the 100th anniversary of the International Red Cross.
Includes: 3d (Purple), 1/3 (Grey), and 1/6 (Blue) values.
Format: Blocks of four with clear marginal numbers.
Condition: Mint Never Hinged (MNH), excellent colour and gum.
Ideal for: Collectors, Red Cross memorabilia enthusiasts, or postal history displays.
A beautifully preserved and sought-after commemorative issue — a fine addition to any GB collection.
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📦 Postage & Packaging
Royal Mail 1st Class (UK): £1.50
International Standard (Worldwide): £3.50
Combine postage for multiple purchases.
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🔧 Recommended eBay Listing Options
Format: Fixed Price (“Buy It Now”) + Offer Option
Buy It Now Price: £15.99 (set of 3)
Auction Option: Start at £9.99, 7-day duration, end on Sunday evening for best visibility.
