E363-France 25F Pierre Martin “L’Acier” Stamp Pair with Gutter & Control Label

Title
France 25F Pierre Martin “L’Acier” Stamp Pair with Gutter & Control Label – MNH/MH
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Very Good (Mint Hinged / Mint Never Hinged mix)
Notes on condition:
Stamps appear fresh with strong colour and sharp perforations
Left gutter labels are intact and well-centred
Minor age toning visible on reverse of one label (common for this issue)
No tears, no thins, no creases
Overall an attractive collectable gutter pair
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: France
Era: 1940–1959
Year of Issue: 1950s
Denomination: 25 Francs
Subject: Industry / Steel / Pierre Martin
Stamp Type: Gutter Pair with Control Label
Number of Stamps: 2
Quality: Mint Hinged / Mint Never Hinged
Cancellation: None
Colour: Blue / Black
Catalogue Reference: Yvert & Tellier (variety – gutter/control)
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💷 Valuation (Realistic UK Market)
Catalogue value (as a pair with gutter): ~£25–£35
Realistic collector value: £12–£18
Retail dealer asking price: £18–£25
Likely auction realisation: £10–£15
(Gutter/control pairs add interest, but demand is specialist rather than mass-market.)
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💰 Recommended eBay Pricing
Buy It Now (Recommended)
£17.99
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✅ Best for collectors searching specifically for gutter varieties.
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Auction Option
Start price: £9.99
Duration: 7 days
Timing: End Sunday evening (UK time)
Expected result: £11–£15
⚠️ Auction works best if you already have stamp-related feedback.
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📦 Postage Recommendation
Royal Mail 1st Class Letter (stiffened)
Or International Standard for overseas buyers
Combine postage if selling other stamps
The gutter/control label
The reverse showing gum condition
This increases buyer confidence and final price.
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