E357-France 1937 Maurice Ravel 15F + 5F Charity Stamp with 500F Label (Mint, MN

Title
France 1937 Maurice Ravel 15F + 5F Charity Stamp with 500F Label (Mint, MNH*)
> (*see condition notes)
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Mint Never Hinged (MNH) front, with age toning and light foxing on reverse.
Original gum present but discoloured due to age.
Stamp and attached label (tab) intact with clean perforations.
No tears or repairs.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1937
Topic: Music / Composer / Cultural Figures
Personality: Maurice Ravel (1875–1937)
Denomination: 15F + 5F (semi-postal / charity)
Label: Attached “500 F” subscription label
Type: Postage Stamp with Tab
Quality: Mint (see description)
Colour: Violet / Blue
Catalogue Reference: Yvert & Tellier B35 (with label)
Cancellation: None (Unused)
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
Typical market value (with label):
Clean MNH examples: £15–£25
With gum toning / foxing (as seen): £8–£14
Note:
The attached 500F label adds interest, but reverse toning limits premium value for collectors.
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💰 Recommended eBay Pricing
🔹 Buy It Now (Best Option)
£14.99 Buy It Now
✔ Enable “Best Offer”
✔ Accept offers around £10–£12
This balances collector interest with condition reality.
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🔹 Auction Option
Start price: £6.99
Duration: 7 days
Best ending time: Sunday evening (UK time)
⚠️ Auction is riskier unless multiple bidders are watching French semi-postals.
> 1937 French semi-postal stamp commemorating composer Maurice Ravel, issued shortly after his death. The stamp includes its original attached 500 Franc subscription label. Unused with original gum; please note visible age toning and light foxing on the reverse, typical for this issue. Front remains clean and well-centred. Ideal example for collectors of French charity stamps or music-themed philately.
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