E309-France 1946–1950 Vintage Stamps – Paul Langevin 5F & Calmette BCG 10F4F Us

Title
France 1946–1950 Vintage Stamps – Paul Langevin 5F & Calmette BCG 10F+4F Used
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used
Genuine period stamps
Light cancellation visible
Original gum not present (used condition)
Rear shows age-related toning / small foxing spots (see photos)
Overall sound with clear designs and intact perforations
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Origin: France
Era: 1940–1949
Quality: Used
Type: Single stamps
Theme: Scientists, Medicine, History
Denomination:
5 Francs
10 Francs + 4 Francs (semi-postal)
Catalogue Reference (FYI):
Paul Langevin – Yvert 756 (1946)
Calmette / BCG Congress – Yvert B61 (1950)
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Description
Two classic mid-20th-century French stamps featuring prominent scientists:
• Paul Langevin (1946) – Physicist, contributor to modern magnetism and acoustics
• Albert Calmette (BCG Congress) – Pioneer of tuberculosis vaccination
A nice pair for collectors of French philately, medical history, or scientist themes.
Please review all images carefully as they form part of the description.
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market)
StampApprox. Value (Used)
Paul Langevin 5F£1.50 – £2.50
Calmette BCG 10F+4F£2.00 – £3.50
Combined Value£3.50 – £6.00
(Condition issues like toning reduce catalogue value, reflected above)
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💰 Recommended eBay Listing Price (£)
Buy It Now (Best Option)
£6.99 Buy It Now
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £1.99
Duration: 7 days
Reserve: None
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👉 Buy It Now at £6.99 with offers enabled is the safest and most profitable approach for these stamps.