E255-France 1929 Chamber of Commerce Stamp Block with Margins & Printer’s Tabs

Title
France 1929 Chamber of Commerce Stamp Block with Margins & Printer’s Tabs – MNH / Hinged
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used / Mint Hinged (Mixed Condition)
Condition details (important for buyers):
Stamps appear unused, but with hinge marks or gum disturbance on reverse
Margins and tabs show foxing / age toning
No tears or thinning noted
Overall attractive front appearance, but reverse staining present
(Always mention foxing clearly – avoids disputes)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1929
Topic: Politics / Commerce / Allegory
Quality: Mint Hinged / Unused
Grade: Ungraded
Certification: Uncertified
Type: Single / Block with Margins
Denomination: As issued
Colour: Red
Number of Stamps: 3
Additional Features: Printer’s tabs / selvedge, margin block
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Description (you can paste this directly)
Original 1929 French stamp issue commemorating the Presidents of the Chambers of Commerce.
Attractive block of three stamps with attached margins and printer’s control tabs. Strong colour and clean design on the front.
Please note: the reverse shows age toning and foxing to the margins and gum, consistent with storage over time. Stamps may have been lightly hinged.
A nice specialist or collection-filling piece, priced accordingly. See photos for full condition details.
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market)
Catalogue value (ideal MNH, no foxing):
≈ £35–£50+
Adjusted value (foxing + hinged + margin staining):
👉 £10–£15
Foxing on selvedge significantly reduces collector demand, but margins still add interest.
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💰 Recommended eBay Pricing
Buy It Now (with Best Offer)
£14.99
Accept offers around £10–£12
Best option if you’re not in a hurry
Auction Option
Starting price: £6.99
Duration: 7 days
Format: Auction with Buy It Now disabled
Likely final price: £9–£13
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✅ Recommended Strategy
✔ Use Buy It Now + Best Offer if you want steady visibility
✔ Use Auction only if you have strong stamp-buyer traffic
✔ Clearly photograph the reverse (very important for trust)
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