E387-France 1953 Sports Commemorative Stamps Set –Athletics, Tour de France, Fe

Title
France 1953 Sports Commemorative Stamps Set – Athletics, Tour de France, Fencing (Mint Hinged)
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used – Mint Hinged / Lightly Hinged
Gum present on reverse
Some toning / age spotting visible on gum side
No tears or missing perforations observed
Overall good collectible condition for age
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: France
Year of Issue: 1953
Theme: Sports / Athletics / Cycling / Olympics-era sport
Number of Stamps: 8
Denominations: 12F, 20F, 25F, 30F, 50F, 75F
Mint/Used: Mint Hinged (MH)
Quality: Average to Fine
Catalogue Reference: Yvert & Tellier (French Sports series, incl. Tour de France 1953)
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Description (Paste into listing)
A genuine 1953 French sports commemorative stamp selection, featuring classic engraved designs including athletics, swimming, fencing, rowing, horse riding, and Tour de France 1903–1953 cycling stamps.
Original gum remains on reverse with expected light toning consistent with age. A great lot for collectors of France, cycling history, or sports-themed philately.
Please see photos for exact condition – stamps shown are the stamps you will receive.
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Valuation (GBP)
ItemEstimated Value
Full mixed sports set (MH)£6 – £10
Tour de France 1953 pair (MH)£3 – £5
Total realistic collector value£8 – £12
(Not rare individually, but desirable as a themed group.)
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Starting Price: £4.99
Duration: 7 days
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