E362-France 1946 General Leclerc 6F Stamp with Large Margins / Selvage –MNH/Unu
Title
France 1946 General Leclerc 6F Stamp with Large Margins / Selvage – MNH/Unused
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Unused (Mint, no hinge)
Original gum present
Light age toning / foxing visible on margins (see photos)
Stamp itself appears clean and well-centred
(On eBay, select: Unused and mention toning in description for transparency.)
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Item Description
Original French postage stamp issued in 1946, featuring General Leclerc commemorating the Koufra–Strasbourg campaign.
This example includes attached blank margin blocks (selvage) on two sides, making it more desirable to collectors than a single stamp alone.
Face value: 6 Francs
Country: France
Era: Post-WWII
Design: Portrait of General Leclerc with military imagery
Gum: Original, unused
Margins: Large attached selvage pieces
Please examine images carefully for condition.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1946
Quality: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)
Grade: Ungraded
Topic: Military, WWII, Historical Figures
Colour: Black/Grey
Certification: Uncertified
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market Value)
Standard single stamp (MNH): £2–£4
With large attached margins/selvage: £5–£8
With visible toning on margins: £4–£6
👉 Estimated fair value: £5
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🏷️ Recommended eBay Listing Price
Buy It Now: £7.99
Allows room for offers
Still attractive to collectors
Common practice for mid-range French commemoratives
Enable: “Accept Offers” (auto-accept £5+)
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🔨 Auction Option
If choosing auction instead:
Starting price: £2.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected final price: £4–£6
Auction is best if you have multiple stamp collectors watching your account.
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📦 Extras (Recommended)
Free UK postage (standard letter)
International postage via eBay Global Shipping
Use a stock card or glassine envelope
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