F317-DDR East Germany 1961 Commemorative Stamps – Space, Zoo & University –Used

Title
DDR East Germany 1961 Commemorative Stamps – Space, Zoo & University – Used Set of 4
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Category
Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Germany (East)
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Condition
Used
Clearly postmarked
No gum (as issued used)
Perforations intact
Some light handling/age toning on reverse (see photos)
Overall: Good used condition for age
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: Germany (East / DDR)
Year of Issue: 1961
Themes: Space Exploration, Education, Animals, History
Denominations: 20 Pfennig (x3), 25 Pfennig (x1)
Postage Condition: Used
Number of Stamps: 4
Type: Commemorative
Era: Cold War / Space Race
Original Gum: No (used)
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Stamp Details (Identification)
20pf – 100 Years Dresden Zoo (1861–1961)
20pf – Yuri Gagarin First Space Flight (12.4.1961)
25pf – Yuri Gagarin Space Capsule Return
20pf – 150 Years Humboldt University of Berlin
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Price & Valuation (UK Market)
Typical catalogue values are higher mint, but used DDR stamps are common
Estimated combined used value: £2.50 – £4.00
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
£3.49 Buy It Now
(Competitive price to attract collectors and thematic buyers)
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Auction Option
✅ Optional
Start price: £1.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected result: £2.50 – £4.00
Buy It Now is usually more effective for DDR used sets.
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Postage Suggestion (UK)
Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter
Combine postage welcome
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