E57-France 1968 Journée du Timbre First Day Cover Rural Postman 1830 & 0.05 Re

Title:
France 1968 Journée du Timbre First Day Cover – Rural Postman 1830 & 0.05 Red Lion Stamp – Paris FDC 16-3-1968
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Category:
Stamps → Europe → France → Covers → FDCs
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Condition:
Used – Very Good
Minor age-related toning on envelope edges
Stamps and cancellations clear and intact
Original handwriting present
No tears or major damage
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Item Specifics:
Country/Region: France
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Year of Issue: 1968
Theme: Postal History / French Postman / Journée du Timbre
Stamps Included:
Facteur Rural de 1830 (5f + 0.25 surtax)
0.05 Red Lion & Lamb stamp
Postmark: PARIS, 16 March 1968
Special Cancellation: Journée du Timbre pictorial cancel
Era: 20th Century
Format: Complete cover with two stamps
Hand Addressed: Yes
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Price & Valuation (UK Market):
Based on recent sold listings for similar French FDCs (1960s commemorative Stamp Day covers):
Typical value: £4 – £8
Higher end (clean, well-preserved examples): £8 – £12
This one is in good condition with dual stamps + clear cancels → £7–£10 realistic value
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Recommended eBay Buy-It-Now Price:
£9.99
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Auction Option:
Start Price: £3.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected Auction Finish: £5 – £8
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