E381-France 20F Château de Chambord Stamp with Label / Selvage Block MNH/MNG V

Country: France
Stamp: Château de Chambord (Loire Châteaux series)
Face value: 20 Francs
Issue period: c. 1950s
Format: Stamp with attached blank label / selvage block (L-shape)
Back: Ungummed / disturbed gum, light toning visible
Title
France 20F Château de Chambord Stamp with Label / Selvage Block – MNH/MNG Vintage
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Unused, no cancellation
Gum absent or heavily toned (MNG / no gum)
Light age toning on reverse
Perforations intact
Please see photos for exact condition
(Important: Do not claim MNH unless gum is pristine – based on the back photo, this should be listed as Unused – No Gum)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: France
Year of Issue: 1950–1959
Topic: Architecture / Castles
Quality: Unused (No Gum)
Grade: Ungraded
Type: Postage Stamp
Denomination: 20 Francs
Certification: Uncertified
Number of Items: 1 (stamp with attached label/selvage)
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💰 Valuation (Realistic Market Value – UK)
Estimated value:
£3 – £6 in current collector market
Why:
Stamp itself is common
Added interest from attached blank label / selvage
Condition (no gum + toning) limits value
No visible printing error or plate flaw
⚠️ Unless a recognised constant variety or printer’s error is confirmed, values above £10 are unlikely.
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> Vintage French postage stamp from the Château de la Loire series depicting Château de Chambord. Offered with attached blank label/selvage as shown. Unused but without gum, with light age toning on reverse. Please examine photos carefully as they form part of the description. Ideal for collectors of France or architectural themes.