F281-Vintage French Colonial Stamps Lot – Guadeloupe, Dahomey,Somalis, Congo (U

Title
Vintage French Colonial Stamps Lot – Guadeloupe, Dahomey, Somalis, Congo (Used & Unused)
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Category
Stamps > Africa > French Colonies
(Alternative if needed: Stamps > Europe > France & Colonies)
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Condition
Mixed condition – Used & Unused
Overall Good/Fair vintage condition
Some stamps unused with no gum / disturbed gum
Some used with clear cancellations
Visible age toning, paper thinning, hinge marks, and stains on backs
No major tears noted
(Please refer to images for full condition details)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: French Colonies
Colonies Included: Guadeloupe, Dahomey (Afrique Occidentale Française), Côte Française des Somalis, Moyen Congo
Era: Early–Mid 20th Century
Year of Issue: c. 1900–1930s
Number of Stamps: 5
Denominations: 1c, 2c, 25c
Type: Definitive / Colonial Issues
Quality: Mixed (Used & Unused, no gum)
Cancellation Type: Circular date stamps (where used)
Grade: Ungraded
Topic: Colonial scenes, local life, agriculture, landscapes
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Price & Valuation (UK £)
Individual catalogue interest: modest due to condition
Estimated collector value as a mixed lot: £6 – £10
Strong appeal for starter collectors, world stamp lots, or colonial specialists
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Recommended Selling Strategy
✅ Sell as a single mixed colonial lot
✅ Highlight French Empire / Colonial history in title & description
✅ Clear photos of front & back already add buyer confidence
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eBay Listing Price (£) – Buy It Now
£9.99 Buy It Now
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £3.99
Duration: 7 days
Best timing: Sunday evening (UK)
Expected auction result: £6 – £9 depending on bidders
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> Ideal addition to a world stamp collection or French colonial album. Please study images carefully as they form part of the description.
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