E306-France 1943–44 Semi-Postal Set of 5 – Joan of Arc, Villon, Fouquet –Mint H

Title
France 1943–44 Semi-Postal Set of 5 – Joan of Arc, Villon, Fouquet – Mint Hinged
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Category
Stamps
> Europe
France
Collections, Lots & Sets
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Condition
Mint Hinged (MH)
Original gum present.
Noticeable age toning / foxing on gum side (see photos).
No tears or missing perforations.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1943–1944
Type: Semi-Postal (Charity / Surtax)
Number of Stamps: 5
Denomination: 2f+1f, 3f+1f, 4f+3f, 5f+4f, 6f+5f
Characters Featured:
François Villon
Jean Fouquet
Philippe de Commynes
Joan of Arc
Jean Gerson
Quality: Mint Hinged
Grade: Ungraded
Certification: None
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Description (you can paste this)
Original French semi-postal issue from the 1940s featuring important figures from French history.
All stamps are mint hinged with original gum.
There is visible toning/foxing consistent with age, mainly on the reverse.
A solid mid-century France set, ideal for a historical or semi-postal collection.
Please review photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market)
Catalogue value (Michel/Yvert, MH): ~£18–25
Actual market value in this condition: £6–10
Condition (toning + hinged) keeps this firmly in collector / filler set territory rather than investment grade.
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💷 Recommended eBay Listing Prices
🔹 Buy It Now (Recommended)
Price: £9.99
Accept Offers: Yes
Auto-accept: £7.50
Auto-decline: below £6.00
👉 Best balance between visibility and sale likelihood.
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🔹 Auction Option
Start price: £4.99
Duration: 7 days
Best start day: Thursday evening
Expected result: £6–9 depending on bidders
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📦 Postage Suggestion
UK: Royal Mail 1st Class Large Letter – £1.25
International: Standard International – £2.50–£3.00
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