E394-French Algeria Overprint Stamps – Corsica Head 10c Mint Sheet of 15 (Unus

Title
French Algeria Overprint Stamps – Corsica Head 10c – Mint Sheet of 15 (Unused, Hinged)
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France & Colonies > Algeria (French)
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Condition
Used – see description
(Explanation below is important for buyers)
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Description (Recommended to include in listing)
Original French colonial postage stamps overprinted “POSTES ALGERIE”, featuring the Corsican Head design.
Denomination: 10 centimes
Format: Complete sheet of 15 stamps (3 x 5)
Back: Original gum present, with visible hinging / mounting traces
Condition: Unused but hinged; some age toning and gum disturbance consistent with early 20th-century material
Authenticity: Original period printing (not modern reproductions)
A desirable multiples piece, increasingly harder to find intact as a full sheet. Ideal for collectors of French colonies, Algeria, or overprint issues.
Please examine all photos carefully as they form part of the description.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Origin: Algeria (French Colony)
Era: Edwardian / Early 20th Century (Pre-WWI)
Quality: Unused, hinged
Grade: Ungraded
Type: Postage stamp
Number of Stamps: 15
Overprint: POSTES ALGERIE
Topic: Historical / Colonial
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💷 Valuation (Realistic Market Assessment)
Individual hinged examples typically sell for £3–£6 each in the UK market.
A complete sheet of 15 carries a collector premium, even with hinge marks.
Estimated Value Range:
Conservative: £45
Fair Market: £55–£70
Strong Retail: £80 (slow sell)
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💰 Recommended eBay Listing Price (£)
Buy It Now (Recommended)
£69.99
✔ Accept offers enabled
✔ Attracts both collectors and dealers
✔ Leaves room for negotiation
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £29.99
Duration: 7 or 10 days
Best Start Time: Sunday evening (7–9pm UK)
⚠️ Auction carries risk — final price could land anywhere from £35–£75 depending on bidder interest.
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📦 Shipping Recommendation (UK)
Royal Mail Signed For
Card-backed envelope or stock card
Buyer pays postage (typically £2.50–£3.50)
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✅ Final Seller Tip
This will perform best with:
Clear photos of front + back
Mention of hinged gum (builds trust)
“Rare sheet / multiple” wording (accurate and appealing)