E340-France 1950s Angoumois Coat of Arms 2F –Block of 4 MNH/MH with Margin

Title
France 1950s Angoumois Coat of Arms 2F – Block of 4 MNH/MH with Margin
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Unused with original gum
Light gum disturbance and small age-toning spots on reverse (see photos)
Fronts clean with strong colour
Overall Very Good for age
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: c. 1950s
Denomination: 2 Francs
Currency: French Franc (pre-euro)
Stamp Type: Definitive
Design: Angoumois Coat of Arms (Heraldic Arms series)
Number of Stamps: Block of 4
Gum: Original gum, lightly disturbed
Cancellation: None (Unused)
Colour: Red & Yellow
Margin: Bottom margin with partial control number
Quality: Very Fine appearance overall
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Description (copy/paste friendly)
A genuine mid-20th century French stamp block featuring the Angoumois heraldic coat of arms, denomination 2 Francs.
This is a block of four with original gum and bottom selvedge margin, showing a partial control number. Colours remain bright and well-centred.
There is light gum disturbance and minor age spotting on the reverse, consistent with storage of vintage material.
Ideal for collectors of France, heraldry, or multiples & marginal pieces.
Please examine photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
Catalogue value (block, hinged): approx. £8–£12
Realistic collector market value: £4–£7
(Common issue, value enhanced slightly by being a block with margin)
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✅ Recommended eBay Listing Price (Buy It Now)
£6.99 Buy It Now
✔ Accept Offers: Yes
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🔨 Auction Option (Recommended if you want quicker sale)
Starting Price: £2.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected result: £4–£6
Auction is suitable if you have good feedback and clear photos.
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⭐ Selling Tips
Photograph front and back clearly (you’ve already done well here)
Mention “block of four” and “margin” in title (collectors search these terms)
Avoid using “MNH” unless you state gum disturbance clearly (you’ve done that)