E307-France 1944–1946 Commemorative Stamps – UNESCO Paris 1946, Oradour, Clermo
Title
France 1944–1946 Commemorative Stamps – UNESCO Paris 1946, Oradour, Clermont-Ferrand (7)
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used
(Previously hinged, visible toning / age spotting on reverse, no gum. Fronts present well.)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: France
Era: 1940–1949 (WWII / Post-War)
Year of Issue: 1944–1946
Quality: Used (hinge marks, no gum)
Grade: Ungraded
Number of Stamps: 7
Duplicates: Yes
Certification: Uncertified
Topic: History, UNESCO, WWII Memorials, Architecture
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Description (copy-paste ready)
A small group of original French commemorative stamps from the immediate post-WWII period.
Includes:
UNESCO Paris 1946 – 10f (2 examples)
Oradour-sur-Glane Memorial – Juin 1944 – 2f (3 examples, incl. pair)
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral – 3f (1 example)
Plus additional example as shown
All stamps are used, with hinge remnants, toning and age spotting on reverse, consistent with mid-20th-century storage. Fronts remain clear and collectible.
Ideal for collectors of French commemoratives, WWII history, or UNESCO themes.
Please see photos for exact condition.
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
Individual catalogue values (mint) are higher, but used, hinged examples with toning trade much lower.
Realistic collector value:
UNESCO 1946 (used): ~£1.50–£2 each
Oradour 1944 (used): ~£1–£1.50 each
Clermont-Ferrand: ~£1
Total fair market value:
£6 – £9 as a mixed lot
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✅ Recommended eBay Listing Strategy
Option 1 – Buy It Now (Recommended)
Price: £9.99
Accept Offers: ON
Likely sale range: £7–£9
✔ Best balance between value and speed
✔ Appeals to collectors wanting themed lots
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Option 2 – Auction
Starting Price: £3.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected Result: £5–£8 (depends on bidder interest)
⚠️ Auction carries risk of low turnout
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⭐ Final Recommendation
List as Buy It Now at £9.99 with offers enabled.
If unsold after 30 days, reduce to £8.49.
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