E366-France 12F Railway Electrification ValenciennesThionville Stamp with Gutte

Country: France
Stamp: Électrification de la ligne Valenciennes–Thionville
Denomination: 12 Francs
Issue period: Mid-1950s (French railway / electrification commemorative)
Format: Stamp with attached gutter/label block (printer’s margin with security pattern on reverse)
Printing: Recess (engraved)
Back: No gum remaining, visible toning / foxing spots
Title 
France 12F Railway Electrification Valenciennes–Thionville Stamp with Gutter Block
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used / No gum
Stamp cancelled or hinged previously
Noticeable foxing / age toning on reverse
Perforations intact
Please see photos for full condition details
(“Used” is safer and more accurate than “Mint” for this example.)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1950s
Topic: Railways / Transport / Industry
Denomination: 12 Francs
Stamp Type: Commemorative
Number of Items: 1
Quality: Used
Colour: Blue / Black
Gum: None
Certification: Uncertified
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Valuation (Realistic Market Value)
Because of:
Common mid-century French issue
No gum
Visible foxing
Not a rare variety
Estimated collector value:
£2.00 – £4.00
The attached gutter/label adds interest but does not significantly increase value in this condition.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price (£)
Buy It Now (Recommended)
Price: £3.99
Accept Offers: Yes
Reason: Allows room for negotiation while staying realistic
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Auction Option
If you prefer auction:
Start price: £0.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected final price: £1.50 – £3.00
Best used if you already have stamp-collecting watchers or multiple similar listings
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Seller Tip
Mention “gutter block / margin attached” clearly in title and description — railway collectors and France specialists search for these.