E320-France 1944–45 Reconstruction Semi-Postal Stamps Dunkerque Caen Saint-Mal

Title
France 1944–45 Reconstruction Semi-Postal Stamps – Dunkerque Caen Saint-Malo Rouen – Mint Blocks
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Mint Never Hinged (MNH) / Mint with Original Gum
(gum shows age toning and discoloration on reverse – see photos)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: France
Era: 1940–1949 (WWII / Post-War)
Year of Issue: 1944–1945
Theme: War, Reconstruction, Architecture, Cities
Denomination: Semi-Postal (Surcharge Issues)
Stamp Type: Semi-Postal
Cancellation Type: None (Unused)
Quality: Mint Original Gum
Grade: Ungraded
Number of Items: 12 stamps (multiple copies of 4 designs)
Designs Included:
Dunkerque (1f + 50c)
Caen (2f + 40c)
Saint-Malo (4f + 4f)
Rouen (2f + 2f)
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💷 Valuation (UK Market Estimate)
Catalogue value (single MNH stamps): approx. £6–£10 per set
Adjusted for gum toning & multiples:
Realistic collector value: £15–£25 total
(Condition affects value; reverse toning places these below premium MNH but still collectible)
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💰 Recommended eBay Listing Price (Buy It Now)
£19.99
✔ Fair, attractive price for collectors
✔ Allows room for offers
Accept Offers: ✅ Yes (auto-accept around £16)
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🔨 Auction Option (Alternative)
Start Price: £9.99
Duration: 7 days
Best Timing: Sunday evening (UK time)
Expected Result: £14–£22 depending on bidding interest
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Authentic French semi-postal stamps issued 1944–45 depicting war-damaged cities following WWII: Dunkerque, Caen, Saint-Malo and Rouen.
Stamps are unused with original gum, arranged in multiples. Gum shows age-related toning, typical for issues of this period.
A solid lot for collectors of France, WWII postal history, or reconstruction issues. Please examine photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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