E278-France 1952 René Laënnec 12f Green – MNH Pair – Light Toning on Gum

Title 
France 1952 René Laënnec 12f Green – MNH Pair – Light Toning on Gum
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Original gum present with light to moderate toning spots on reverse (see photos).
Fronts clean with strong colour and well-centred pair.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Origin: France
Year of Issue: 1952
Stamp Type: Commemorative
Denomination: 12 Francs
Colour: Green
Topic: Medicine / Famous People
Person Featured: René Laënnec
Number of Stamps: 2 (Pair)
Gum: Original gum
Hinged: No
Quality: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Certification: Uncertified
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Description
Pair of French commemorative stamps issued in 1952 honouring René Laënnec, inventor of the stethoscope.
Both stamps are mint never hinged, well printed, and nicely centred.
There is visible gum toning on the reverse, typical of mid-20th-century French issues and reflected in the price.
Ideal for collectors of France, medical history, or commemorative pairs.
Please examine photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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💷 Valuation & Pricing
Estimated Market Value (with toning)
£3 – £6 retail
(Clean MNH pairs without toning usually sell £8–£12)
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Postage (Suggested)
UK: Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter
International: Royal Mail International Standard
Combine postage for multiple stamp purchases
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