E502-France 1949 Frédéric Chopin 20f Purple – Pair with Gutter Margin MNH/Unus

Title
France 1949 Frédéric Chopin 20f Purple – Pair with Gutter Margin – MNH/Unused (Foxing)
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Unused – No gum toning visible on front, but foxing/brown spotting present on reverse and lightly on margins.
Perforations intact.
Overall condition: Good/Fair for age.
(On eBay condition selector: choose “Used” or “Unused, hinged” and clarify in description)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: 1949
Topic: Composers / Music / Chopin
Denomination: 20 Francs
Colour: Purple
Number of Stamps: 2 (pair)
Format: Vertical pair with gutter margin
Printing Method: Typography
Quality: Unused (see condition notes)
Cancellation Type: None
Certification: Uncertified
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Description (ready to paste)
Pair of French postage stamps from 1949 featuring Frédéric Chopin (1810–1849), denomination 20 Francs, in purple.
The stamps are presented as a vertical pair with central gutter margin, an attractive format for collectors.
Condition is unused, however there is visible foxing/brown spotting on the reverse and lightly on margins, consistent with age. Please examine photos carefully as they form part of the description.
A solid example of a classic mid-20th-century French commemorative.
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Valuation (Realistic Market Value)
Catalogue value (clean MNH pair): ~£6–£8
Adjusted value with foxing: £2–£4
Foxing significantly affects demand, but gutter pairs remain collectible.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price (Buy It Now)
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Auction Option (Alternative)
Starting Price: £1.99
Duration: 7 days
Best start time: Sunday evening (UK)
Expected final price: £2.50–£4.00