E251-Czechoslovakia1968 Heraldic Lion 0.05 Kč Stamp Block of 6 + Control Margin

📌 Title
Czechoslovakia 1968 Heraldic Lion 0.05 Kč Stamp Block of 6 + Control Margins MNH
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📂 Category
Stamps > Europe > Czechoslovakia
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📝 Description
Original Czechoslovakia definitive stamps showing the national heraldic lion, issued in 1968.
This is a block of 6 stamps (2 × 3) with full bottom margin, including control number “7” and date “10.6.68”, which adds collectability.
Face value: 0.05 Kč
Red & white heraldic shield design
Issued during the late Prague Spring period
Back shows clean gum, never hinged
A nice specialist or margin collector piece, suitable for album display or resale.
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🔍 Condition
Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Full original gum
No creases, no thins
Clean perforations
Fresh colour
Very light natural gum toning only (normal for period)
Overall condition: Very Fine
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📋 Item Specifics
Country/Region: Czechoslovakia
Year of Issue: 1968
Denomination: 0.05 Kč
Stamp Type: Definitive
Block Size: 6 stamps
Margins: Bottom control margin with date & number
Cancellation: None (Unused)
Quality: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Grade: VF (Very Fine)
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💷 Price & Valuation
Catalogue / collector value (block with margin): £6 – £10
Realistic market value (private sale): £4 – £7
This is a common definitive, but the control margin increases desirability.
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✅ Recommended Selling Strategy
Best results come from:
Clear photos (front & back)
Emphasising MNH and dated control margin
Targeting European & specialist collectors
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🛒 Recommended eBay Prices (£)
🔹 Buy It Now
£6.99 Buy It Now
Accept Offers ✔️
(Expect sale around £5–£6)
🔹 Auction Option
Start price: £2.99
Duration: 7 days
Best ending time: Sunday evening (UK time)
Expected result: £4–£6
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