E310-Vintage France Postage Stamps – Barrage de Génissiat 12f & République Fran

Title
Vintage France Postage Stamps – Barrage de Génissiat 12f & République Française 3f+1f (Used)
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used – good vintage condition.
Both stamps show age-related toning and gum disturbance on reverse. No tears or missing perforations. Please see photos for full condition details.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1940s–1950s
Number of Stamps: 2
Currency: French Franc (pre-euro)
Denomination:
12 Francs (Barrage de Génissiat – Ain)
3f + 1f (Semi-postal – Agricultural theme)
Topic: Infrastructure, Agriculture, Engineering
Quality: Used
Cancellation Type: Light / Unclear
Grade: Ungraded
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Description (copy-ready)
Two original mid-20th-century French postage stamps featuring classic national themes.
Includes the Barrage de Génissiat hydroelectric dam and a République Française semi-postal agricultural design.
Ideal for collectors of France, European stamps, or thematic collections (engineering, farming).
Sold as a pair. Photos form part of the description.
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market)
StampEstimated Individual Value
Barrage de Génissiat 12f£1.50 – £2.50
République Française 3f+1f£1.00 – £2.00
Pair Total Value£2.50 – £4.50
(Condition prevents premium pricing; value is collector-grade rather than investment-grade.)
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💷 Recommended eBay Pricing
Buy It Now
Price: £4.99
Best Offer: ON (accept £3.50+)
✅ Best for casual collectors and faster sale.
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £1.99
Duration: 7 days
Reserve: None
⚠️ Auction risk: may end near starting price unless multiple bidders.
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📌 Recommendation
✔️ Buy It Now at £4.99 with Best Offer enabled
✔️ Auction only if you’re happy with £2–£3 outcome
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