E118-1958 German Frankfurt International Fair Postal Cover Senckenberg Institu

Title
1958 German Frankfurt International Fair Postal Cover – Senckenberg Institute – 40pf Stamp – Haslemere Addressed
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Category
Stamps → Postal History → Europe → Germany
(You can also list under: Collectables → Postcards & Supplies → Postage Stamps → Postal History)
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Condition
Used – Vintage (1958)
Shows age-related wear
Full original postal markings
Address typed
Stamp intact (40pf Bundespost, cancelled)
Envelope has minor corner wear, slight discoloration, and adhesive marks on the back
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Year: 1958
Type: Postal Cover / Envelope
Stamp: Bundespost 40pf (magenta)
Postmark: Frankfurt (Main) – dated 27.7.58
Event: Internationale / Nationale Frankfurter Messe (Frankfurt Fair)
Sender: Senckenbergische Naturforschende Gesellschaft, Frankfurt am Main
Recipient: Mr. N. B. Coltart, Haslemere, Surrey, England
Authenticity: Original
Theme: Exhibitions & Fairs, Postal History, German Post-War Period
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Price & Valuation (UK Market)
Vintage German postal covers from the 1950s with clear postmarks and event connections usually sell for:
Low end: £5
Typical/realistic sale: £8–£12
Higher end (collector interest): £15–£20
Given the good postmark, event link, and museum sender, your item is likely in the £10–£15 value range.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price (Buy It Now)
£14.99
(Include Best Offer to encourage buyers.)
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Auction Option
Start Price: £4.99
Auction Duration: 7 days
Expected Auction Outcome: £6–£12 depending on bidder interest
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