E352-France 6F Région Bordelaise Stamp – Control / Traffic Light Block –MNH/MUH

Country: France
Inscription: République Française – Postes
Denomination: 6 Francs
Design: Région Bordelaise (landscape with pine trees and oil derrick)
Period: c. 1958–1960s (New Franc regional definitive issue)
Format: Corner traffic-light / control block (gutter pair with printed control number “3”)
Condition issue noted: Visible toning / foxing on the reverse, light staining
This is a collectable marginal/control piece, but not scarce.
Title 
France 6F Région Bordelaise Stamp – Control / Traffic Light Block – MNH/MUH
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Unused (MNH/MUH)
⚠️ Please note:
Light to moderate age toning / foxing on reverse, as shown
Front remains clean with good colour
Original gum present
(Photos form part of the description)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Region: Europe
Year of Issue: 1958–1965 (approx.)
Currency: Franc (Old/New Franc period)
Topic: Landscapes / Regions
Denomination: 6 Francs
Type: Definitive Stamp
Quality: Mint Never Hinged (with toned gum)
Grade: Ungraded
Cancellation Type: Unused
Features: Control Number, Traffic Light Margin, Gutter Pair
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
AspectValue
Standard single stamp£0.50–£1.00
Marginal/control block (clean gum)£4–£6
This example (toning present)£2–£3 realistic value
👉 Toning significantly reduces demand among condition-focused collectors.
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Price: £4.99
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Reason: Leaves room for offers and casual collectors
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Duration: 7 days
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Expected result: £2–£4 depending on interest
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📝 Suggested Description Text (you can paste this into eBay)
> France – Région Bordelaise 6 Franc definitive stamp in control / traffic-light block format.
Mint never hinged example with original gum. Please note age-related toning and light foxing on the reverse, clearly visible in the photos. Front remains clean with good colour and clear control markings.
A nice collectible marginal piece for France regional or definitive collectors.
See images for exact condition – item shown is the item you will receive.